Amazon Prime Video Is Adding 5 New Shows in May, But This Superhero Series Is Our #1 Pick

By Grace Haass Parade - Entertainment Stories

Updated May 1, 2026 8:12 AM

Amazon Prime subscribers get the best of both worlds with same-day delivery on their favorite products on the Amazon app and a never-ending list of titles to choose from on Prime Video. Since the development of Amazon's in-house production studio, Amazon MGM Studios, the streaming service has been releasing exclusive shows and movies every month.

From a heartfelt comedy drama and the long-awaited TV adaptation of a popular romantic book series to the return of a popular spy thriller (starring Nicolas Cage), all five shows set to debut on Prime Video in May 2026 have us excited. However, there's one we've already blocked our calendars for to binge upon its release. Hint: Marvel fans will be pleased.

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Best New Shows To Stream on Amazon Prime Video in May 2026

5. "Citadel" (Season 2)

Coming to Prime Video: May 6, 2026

This star-studded spy thriller returns to send a team of agents back into the field to stop a high-stakes new threat. Mason Kane (Richard Madden), Nadia Sinh (Priyanka Chopra Jonas) and Bernard Orlick (Stanley Tucci) must recruit a team of operatives to assist with the global conspiracy they're up against.

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4. "Off Campus" (Series Premiere)

Coming to Prime Video: May 13, 2026

This collegiate romance drama series is based on the bestselling book series of the same name by Elle Kennedy. When Hannah Wells (Ella Bright), a reserved music major at Briar University, finds herself crushing on a guy, she strikes up a deal with Garrett Graham (Belmont Cameli), a star hockey player with struggling grades.

They'll pretend to be in a relationship to make Hannah's crush jealous, and in return, she'll help Garrett pass his classes. It's strictly a business proposition-until one "pretend" kiss leaves both of them confused on what it is they really want from each other.

3. "It's Not Like That" (Season 1)

Coming to Prime Video: May 15, 2026

After his wife's tragic death flips his world upside down, Pastor Malcolm Jeffries (Scott Foley) finds himself struggling with single fatherhood. His wife's best friend, Lori Soto (Erinn Hayes), is newly divorced and grieving the loss of her dear friend. The two find themselves anchoring each other during the trying time, in friendship and in faith. As their relationship grows, both of them insist it's not in a romantic way…but are they just acting out of guilt, or are they telling the truth?

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2. "Good Omens" (Season 3)

Coming to Prime Video: May 13, 2026

The third season of this otherworldly comedy picks up in the midst of the feud between the two main characters, angel Aziraphale (Michael Sheen) and demon Crowley (David Tennant). After accepting the role of Supreme Archangel, Arizaphale returns to Heaven, leaving a heartbroken Crowley sulking through Soho on Earth. With the Second Coming looming on the horizon, Aziraphale is feeling the weight of his new responsibilities-and the void of his ex-best friend. The two are forced to confront their emotions as they navigate a delicate expedition to save the world.

1. "Spider-Noir"

Coming to Prime Video: May 27, 2026

Topping our list of new upcoming shows on Prime Video is a live-action adaptation of the Marvel comic, Spider-Man Noir. After experiencing a personal tragedy, NYC-based private investigator Ben Reilly (Nicholas Cage) must finally cope with his past life…as the city's only superhero.

This show will be released in both true-hue full color and authentic black-and-white. Trust us: This is one you don't want to miss!

This story was originally published May 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM.