Upcoming Releases: Hulu and Disney+ Highlights for May 2026

Mo. Basuony

Published: April 18, 2026 6:26 PM ET

Upcoming Releases: Hulu and Disney+ Highlights for May 2026

Hulu’s May slate brings new seasons, stand-up specials, and major film additions. Rivals, Tucci in Italy, and Welcome to Wrexham headline the month.

This roundup collects Upcoming Releases and Hulu and Disney+ highlights for May 2026. Many titles will also appear for Disney Bundle subscribers via Hulu On Disney+.

New seasons and originals

Rivals — Season 2

Rivals returns with a tense power struggle for the Central South West television franchise. Tony Baddingham escalates his campaign against Corinium and Venturer. The three-episode Season 2 premiere arrives on May 15.

Tucci in Italy — Season 2

Stanley Tucci visits lesser-known Italian regions in the new season. Episodes spotlight Le Marche, Campania and Naples, Veneto, Sardinia, and Sicily. The new season starts streaming on May 12.

Welcome to Wrexham — Season 5

Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds’ club story continues in Season 5. The series follows the Red Dragons after historic back-to-back promotions. A two-episode season premiere lands on May 14.

Stand-up and other returning shows

Lisa Ann Walter debuts her comedy special, tackling Gen-X life and social observations. Her special premieres on May 15. Medalist returns with a dubbed Season 2 on May 4.

Notable film additions

May opens with a large catalog drop. The original Star Wars trilogy arrives alongside Rogue One.

Several acclaimed titles join the service on May 1. Examples include The Departed, The Prestige, Minority Report, Sicario, I, Robot, and Con Air. Family offerings include the Descendants trilogy and Holes.