Apple TV+ is rolling out an impressive lineup this May, featuring everything from a road trip across Europe to a rock legend’s intimate storytelling session.
Whether you’re into sci-fi, feel-good family specials, or untold history, these new titles have something to offer every type of viewer.
Here’s your watchlist of what’s new and worth streaming.
📅 Apple TV+ May 2025 Releases
🚲 Long Way Home
Premieres: May 9
Genre: Adventure/Documentary
What It’s About:
Besties Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman are back and hopping on old bikes (again!) for their fourth “Long Way” road trip. This time, the duo revs through 17 European countries, soaking up culture, chaos, and brotherly banter.
This one’s for the adventurers at heart and anyone itching to hit the open road.
🤖 Murderbot
Premieres: May 16
Genre: Sci-Fi Thriller / Dark Comedy
What It’s About:
Based on Martha Wells’ fan-favorite novels, “Murderbot” follows a rogue security droid who just wants to be left alone to binge-watch space soaps. Instead, it’s forced to fake obedience while secretly protecting its human clients — and battling its own aversion to emotion.
If you like your sci-fi with sarcasm, sass, and existential dread, this one’s a must-watch.
✊ Deaf President Now!
Premieres: May 16
Genre: Documentary
What It’s About:
This powerful doc tells the story of the 1988 Gallaudet University protests — a pivotal moment in Deaf civil rights history. Through exclusive interviews, archival footage, and immersive Deaf POV techniques, it captures the week students fought for — and won — representation at the top.
Educational, emotional, and essential viewing.
🌍 Fountain Of Youth
Premieres: May 23
Genre: Action/Adventure
What It’s About:
Natalie Portman and John Krasinski play estranged siblings forced to team up for a globe-trotting treasure hunt. With high stakes and history-driven clues, they chase the legendary Fountain of Youth in an action-packed journey that just might heal their broken bond — and unlock eternal life.
Give us National Treasure meets Indiana Jones with sibling drama, and we’re IN.
🦏 Lulu Is A Rhinoceros
Premieres: May 30
Genre: Family/Musical
What It’s About:
Lulu might look like a bulldog, but in her heart? She’s a rhinoceros. This heartwarming family special follows Lulu on a feel-good journey full of friendship, catchy songs, and big identity energy.
Parents, this one’s a winner for the kids — and for you, too.
🎤 Bono: Stories Of Surrender
Premieres: May 30
Genre: Music/Documentary
What It’s About:
Get up close and personal with Bono in this cinematic version of his hit one-man stage show. Between U2 classics and candid storytelling, Bono opens up about his life, loves, losses, and legacy in a performance that’s part concert, part confessional.
If you’re a U2 fan — or just love a good life story — don’t miss it.
From inspiring true stories to wild adventures and robot drama, Apple TV+ is making May 2025 one to remember. Add these six titles to your queue and thank me later. 👏
Which of these are you watching first?
