The Best Movies & TV Shows Coming To Hulu And Disney+ In May 2020

Streaming content is so important right now that Netflix stock recently became worth more than Disney. But the House of Mouse isn't taking that lying down, because they have both Disney+ and Hulu bringing new content to the masses every single week. With May right around the corner, the full list of new movies and TV shows coming to each of the streaming services has been revealed, including programming for kids and adults alike. So let's check out the TV shows and movies coming to Hulu and Disney+ starting in May.

The new Disney+ series dives into the legacy of props from some of Disney's most famous movies. TRON, Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, Pirates of the Caribbean, Mary Poppins, Who Framed Roger Rabbit and more are covered in the first season of the documentary series. All episodes will be available on Disney+ starting on May 1.

While we're in between seasons of The Mandalorian, Disney+ is providing an extensive behind the scenes glimpse at the making of the Star Wars series. Jon Favreau hosts the series where each episode will explore a different facet of the production, from directing to practical effects to new technology and more. A new episode will arrive each week starting on May 4.

Pixar director Andrew Stanton made his live-action debut with this sci-fi action adventure based on the character created by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Even though this movie ended up being a financial disappointment for Disney, it's a sorely underrated movie that should have sparked an entire franchise. Taylor Kitsch deserved to become a household name with this movie that has the spirit of Star Wars inside it, and Lynn Collins makes for a stunning, badass heroine. Available on Disney+ on May 2.

Even though it's a bummer that 20th Century Fox and Fox Searchlight as we once knew them are changing under the tutelage of their parent company Disney, there is at least some benefit from the acquisition. Wes Anderson's perfectly quirky stop-motion animated feature Fantastic Mr. Fox is coming to Disney+ for your family's entertaining. An all-star cast voices the animal characters in this adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic children's book, and it'll bring some fun to your living room on May 22.

Over on Hulu, some terrifying horror is coming to the streaming library. Our own Chris Evangelista raved about the movie from Sundance last year, writing in his review, "The overall feeling of dread here is pervasive to the extreme. The dread on display here seeps into your bones like a winter chill, and you just can't shake it. Long, slow zooms and lonely wide-shots create a disorienting mental state in the viewer, knocking us for a loop and leaving us constantly on guard for whatever might come next." Give it a shot on Hulu starting on May 5.

Rick and Morty co-creator Justin Roiland is teaming with Mike McMahan (ex-writer's assistant on Rick and Morty) for the new Hulu animated series Solar Opposites. We'll have a full review coming in early May, but for now, we'll just say that you'll want to seek out this new series that is full of deranged sci-fi comedy, violence and insanity.  All episodes will be available starting May 8.

This might not be the best movie to watch if the coronavirus pandemic is putting strain on your long distance relationship, but this indie romance from Drake Doremus is one of the most authentic portrayals of love struggling through distance. Anton Yelchin and Felicity Jones star in this simultaneously heart-breaking and touching romance, and Jennifer Lawrence has a supporting role from just before she turned into a superstar. Available on Hulu on May 19.

Finally, watch the musical biopic that puts Bohemian Rhapsody to shame. The story of legendary musician and singer Elton John is told in a most fantastical musical fashion with Kingsman: The Secret Service star Taron Egerton giving an Oscar-worthy performance. Plus, Egerton actually sings the signature songs of Elton John, which takes everything to a new level.

TV Shows and Movies Coming to Disney+ in May

May 1

Awesome Animals (S1)

Birth of Europe (S1)

Bride of Boogedy

Buried Secrets of the Bible with Albert Lin (S1)

CAR SOS (S1 – S7)

Disney Kirby Buckets (S1-S3)

George of the Jungle

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey

Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco

How to Play Baseball

In Beaver Valley

Lost Treasures of Egypt (S1)

Love & Vets (S1)

Nature's Half Acre

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

Prairie Dog Manor (S1)

Primal Survivor (S1-S4)

The Princess Bride

Prowlers of the Everglades

Secrets of the Zoo

Secrets of the Zoe: Tampa

Survive the Tribe (S1)

United States of Animals (S1)

Unlikely Animal Friends (S3)

Water Birds

Be Our Chef

Episode 106 "Slimy Yet Satisfying"

In this "Lion King" inspired challenge, the Perez family and Platt family are competing to rule the land as they figure out a way to include veggies in a dish that's fit for the whole family. Just as Simba didn't want to eat bugs at first, kids sometimes don't want to eat their vegetables. These families will be tasked with incorporating vegetables into a dish that they all will find satisfying. Episodic Photos | Media Kit

Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Episode 711 "Shattered"

After capturing Maul on Mandalore, Ahsoka's journey to the Jedi Council is disrupted when Order 66 is declared, turning her world upside down. Media Kit

Disney Family Sundays

Episode 126 "Star Wars: Clock"

The Kurzawa family joins Amber for a craft inspired by "Star Wars." Media Kit

One Day At Disney

Episode 122 "Robin Roberts: Good Morning America Co-Anchor"

Follow along as GMA Co-Anchor Robin Roberts takes us behind-the-scenes of America's favorite morning show. From covering breaking world news on a daily basis to chronicling her personal health battle on air in 2012, Robin shows what it takes to be a part of the well-oiled machine that sets the tone for America's day. Media Kit

Prop Culture

Series Premiere – All 8 Episodes Available

Film historian and prop collector Dan Lanigan reunites iconic Disney movie props with the filmmakers, actors, and crew who created and used them in some of Disney's most beloved films.

Throughout this journey, Dan will recover lost artifacts, visit private collections, and help restore pieces from the Walt Disney Archives to their original glory. Among the films featured this season are Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Mary Poppins, The Muppet Movie, Tron and Who Framed Roger Rabbit? Media Kit

May 2

John Carter

May 4Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian

Series Premiere – Episode 101 "Directing"

"Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian" is an eight-episode documentary series that pulls back the curtain on The Mandalorian. Each chapter explores a different facet of the first live-action Star Wars television show through interviews, behind the scenes footage, and roundtable conversations hosted by Jon Favreau.

In the first episode, the filmmakers speak about their individual journeys on the way to the director's chair and take us inside the filmmaking process of The Mandalorian. Media Kit

Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Series Finale – Episode 712 "Victory and Death"

Ahsoka and Rex must use their wit and skills to survive the turbulent end of the Clone Wars. Media Kit

May 8Be Our Chef

Episode 107 "Anyone Can Cook"

In round seven of "Be Our Chef", the Perez and Wells families are tasked with reimagining their own family-inspired "Ratatouille" dish. Both families explore the French Pavilion at Epcot to test out the culinary wonders of the park, while they visit with Remy and Emile for inspiration. Episodic Photos | Media Kit

Disney Family Sundays

Episode 127 "Star Wars: Hanging Art"

The Freeman family joins Amber for a craft inspired by "Star Wars." Media Kit

One Day At Disney

Episode 123 "Joe Hernandez: Attractions Host"

Ride along with Attractions Host Joe Hernandez aboard the historic Mark Twain Riverboat and take in the iconic scenery around the Disneyland Resort. From the helm of the wheelhouse, Joe creates a mesmerizing and memorable experience for all guests, young and old, as they embark on one of Disneyland Resort's favorite floating adventures. Media Kit

Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian

Episode 102 "Legacy"

The team behind The Mandalorian examines the profound impact of George Lucas' STAR WARS. Media Kit

Disney Insider

Episode 105 "Running through Disney, Sorcerer's Arena, Opening the Archives"

This week on Disney Insider, run Disney goes behind the scenes on how they plan a marathon through The Walt Disney World Resort that puts a smile on every racer's face. Meet the team behind the new interactive game Disney Sorcerer's Arena that lets fans play as one of over 100 Disney and Pixar characters. The Walt Disney Archives celebrates its 50th anniversary by putting 400 iconic props, costumes and original artwork on display.Media Kit

May 15

Furry Files

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

Be Our Chef

Episode 108 "Worth Melting For"

In this round the Merrill family and Platt family are challenged to create a cold delicious dessert inspired by Elsa's icy powers. The families visit Epcot's Norway Pavilion to see the pastry display at the Nordic bakery and after a warm hug from Olaf, they head to the kitchen to heat things up. Which family will be left out in the cold? Episodic Photos | Media Kit

Disney Family Sundays

Episode 128 "Beauty and the Beast: Stained Glass"

The Kurzawa family and Amber create a piece of art inspired by Disney's "Beauty and the Beast." Media Kit

One Day At Disney

Episode 124 "Stephanie Carroll: Ranch Hand"

Fulfilling her lifelong dream of working with horses, Stephanie Carroll has served as a Ranch Hand at Walt Disney World Resort's Tri-Circle-D Ranch for over 8 years. From caring for the majestic Cinderella Ponies to driving the Main Street Trolley, Stephanie creates magical moments for guests by bringing fantasies to life through her love of horses. Media Kit

Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian

Episode 103 "Cast"

Pedro Pascal, Gina Carano and Carl Weathers discuss the making of The Mandalorian. Media Kit

It's a Dog's Life with Bill Farmer

Series Premiere – Episode 101 "Whale Poop Dogs & Sheep Herding Dogs"

The iconic voice of Goofy and Pluto for more than 30 years, Disney Legend Bill Farmer steps out from behind the microphone to meet his own favorite characters — dogs! Join Bill as he crosses the country meeting dogs doing all kinds of incredible jobs that make our lives better.

In the series premiere, Bill is at sea with a dog who sniffs for whale poop. Then, he meets a dog keeping a sheep ranch moving. Media Kit

May 22

The Boys: The Sherman Brothers' Story

Disney Just Roll with It (S1)

Disney Mech-X4 (S1-2)

Disney Vampirina (S2)

Disneyland Goes to the World's Fair

Fantastic Mr. Fox

Heartland Docs, DVM (S1)

Hello, Dolly!

Marvel's Future Adventures (S2)

The Big Fib

Series Premiere – All 15 Episodes Available

Ever thought you could spot a fib better than a kid? Find out on The Big Fib. A new Disney+game show, hosted by Yvette Nicole Brown and featuring Rhys Darby as her robot sidekick, C.L.I.V.E. In each episode of this comedy game show, a kid starts by playing a warm up round where a silly liar and an authentic expert share fabulous fibs and fun facts.

Starring up and coming comedic talent, this round is played for laughs as well as always having a nugget of real information about the topic be it ice cream, tree climbing or toy design. Next our kid contestant plays the main round where they question an expert who's paired with a really good liar on the same topic. It's up to our kid to find the fibber. There are visual clues, fascinating props, a hot seat round of rapid fire questions and various topics, including jellyfish, venom and killer plants.

The show culminates with the expert and liar standing under the Fib Foam machine to await their fate. If our kid chooses correctly, the liar gets foamed. The Big Fib is full of outrageous truths that sound like lies and audacious lies that sound like the truth. Media Kit

Be Our Chef

Episode 109 "Tiana's Place"

The Wells and Robbins families leap into action when tasked to conjure up an inspired "Princess and the Frog" dish that could be served at Tiana's Palace restaurant. Before heading to the kitchen, the families hop on over to Magic Kingdom Park to get cooking advice from Princess Tiana herself. Whose dish will give them a fighting chance at the finale? Episodic Photos | Media Kit

Disney Family Sundays

Episode 129 "Bambi: Lanterns"

The Pyle-Lawrence family joins Amber to make a craft inspired by Disney's "Bambi." Media Kit

One Day At Disney

Episode 125 "Ed Fritz: Imagineering Ride Engineer"

Ride Project Engineering Executive Ed Fritz brings new attractions like Avatar Flight of Passage to life through cutting edge immersive and interactive technology. From the initial sketch to the grand opening, Ed is one of the many talented cast members behind Disney's favorite attractions. Media Kit

Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian

Episode 104 "Technology"

Favreau and team reveal how a new filmmaking technology was used to bring The Mandalorian to life. Media Kit

It's a Dog's Life with Bill Farmer

Episode 102 "Dogs & Cheetahs & Companion Dogs"

Bill meets a dog whose friend is a Cheetah. Then, he meets a helpful companion dog. Media Kit

May 29

Disney Doc McStuffins (S5)

Disney Gabby Duran & the Unsittables (S1)

Disney The Evermoor Chronicles (S1-2)

Mickey and the Seal

The Moon-Spinners

Violetta (S2)

Be Our Chef

Episode 110 "Woody's Lunchbox"

In round ten of "Be Our Chef" two families are Inspired by the Pixar film Toy Story. These two families will have to bring new life to their favorite childhood snack. Before heading into the kitchen, the families visit Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios to play with Woody and Jessie and to sample some out-of-this-world snacks!. There is only one spot left in the finale, and both teams want to make it in. Episodic Photos | Media Kit

Disney Family Sundays

Episode 130 "Nightmare Before Christmas: Candy Bowl"

The Freemans work on a Halloween -themed craft inspired by "The Nightmare Before Christmas." Media Kit

One Day At Disney

Episode 126 "Jerome Ranft: Pixar Sculpton"

Pixar sculptor Jerome Ranft spends his days creating characters the old-fashioned way. Through the use of clay, Ranft is responsible for helping imagine Pixar characters in a tangible way that modern technology has yet to replicate. Molding, sculpting and carving all come into play as Jerome employs his elegant – and yet occasionally messy – craft. Media Kit

Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian

Episode 105 "Practical"

The team celebrates the artistry behind the practical models, effects and animatronic creatures. Media Kit

It's a Dog's Life with Bill Farmer

Episode 103 "Macot Dogs & Guide Dogs for Runners"

Bill is at Texas A&M to meet their mascot. Then, he's in New York to meet a guide dog for a runner. Media Kit

May 1

Bloom: Complete Season 2 (Stan)

A Life Less Ordinary (1997)

Aeon Flux (2005)

Assassination Tango (2003)

Batman Begins (2005)

Billy the Kid (2013)

Brick Mansions (2014)

Crooked Hearts (1991)

Demolition Man (1993)

Escape from Alcatraz (1979)

Friday the 13th – Part III (1982)

Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter (1984)

Gloria (2014)

GoodFellas (1990)

Harry Benson: Shoot First (2016)

House of D (2005)

Megamind (2010)

Men With Brooms (2002)

Molly (1999)

Monster House (2006)

Mutant Species (1995)

Pathology (2008)

Planet 51 (2009)

Race for Your Life, Charlie Brown (1977)

Sands of Iwo Jima (1950)

Slums of Beverly Hills (1998)

Some Kind of Hero (1982)

Soul Food (1997)

Sprung (1997)

Strategic Air Command (1955)

Tamara (2006)

Tank Girl (1995)

The Conjuring (2013)

The Dark Knight (2008)

The Graduate (1967)

The Green Mile (1999)

The Patriot (2000)

The Whistle Blower (1987)

Treasure Hounds (2017)

Universal Soldier (1992)

Walking Tall (1973)

May 5

Vikings: Season 6A (MGM)

The Lodge (2020)

When the father is forced to abruptly depart for work, he leaves his children, Aidan and Mia, in the care of his new girlfriend, Grace. Isolated and alone, a blizzard traps them inside the lodge as terrifying events summon specters from Grace's dark past.

May 8

Solar Opposites: Series Premiere (Hulu Original)

Co-created by Justin Roiland (Rick & Morty) and Mike McMahan (ex-writer's assistant on Rick & Morty), Solar Opposites centers around a family of aliens from another world who must take refuge in middle America. They disagree on whether Earth is awful or awesome.

Into the Dark: Delivered: New Episode Premiere (Hulu Original)

In Delivered, a pregnant woman's life is upended when she realizes someone close to her has darker plans for her and the baby. Delivered is Directed by The Wind's Emma Tammi and stars Tina Majorino (Veronica Mars, Napoleon Dynamite).

Spaceship Earth (2020)

A mission that became a dystopian simulation of ecological crisis, Spaceship Earth is a look at the group of people who built the Biosphere 2, a giant replica of the earth's ecosystem, in 1991.

May 12

The Happy Days Of Garry Marshall: Special (ABC)

May 15

The Great: Series Premiere (Hulu Original)

The Great is a satirical, comedic drama about the rise of Catherine the Great from outsider to the longest reigning female ruler in Russia's history.

Beat Bobby Flay: Complete Seasons 8 & 9 (Food Network)

Caribbean Life: Complete Season 15 (HGTV)

Chopped: Complete Seasons 37 – 39 ( Food Network)

Fast N' Loud: Complete Season 15 (Discovery Channel)

Gold Rush: Complete Season 8 (Discovery Channel)

Murder in the Heartland: Complete Season 2 (ID)

Property Brothers: Complete Seasons 12 & 13 (HGTV)

Street Outlaws: Complete Seasons 8 & 9 (Discovery Channel)

The Great Food Truck Race: Complete Seasons 8 & 9 (Food Network)

The Little Couple: Complete Seasons 13 & 14 (TLC)

Worst Cooks in America: Complete Season 14 (Food Network)

Open Door: Complete Season 2 (Conde Nast)

On the Market: Complete Season 1 (Conde Nast)

Reverse Engineering: Complete Season 1 (Conde Nast)

Molly Tries: Complete Season 1 (Conde Nast)

Andy Explores: Complete Season 1 (Conde Nast)

Handcrafted : Complete Season 1 (Conde Nast)

From the Test Kitchen: Complete Season 1 (Conde Nast)

It's Alive with Brad: Complete Season 2 (Conde Nast)

Epic Conversations: Complete Season 1 (Conde Nast)

Iconic Characters: Complete Season 2 (Conde Nast)

Drag Me: Complete Season 1 (Conde Nast)

73 Questions: Complete Season 2 (Conde Nast)

Community en Español: Complete Series (NBC)

It's a Disaster (2012)

May 19

Story Of The Soaps: Special (ABC)

Like Crazy (2011)

Trial by Fire (2019)

May 20

Ultimate Tag: Series Premiere (Fox)

May 22

Holey Moley: Season 2 Premiere (ABC)

To Tell The Truth: Season 5 Premiere (ABC)

Rocketman (2019)

Premature (2020)

Seventeen year old Ayanna meets handsome and mysterious Isaiah in her path towards self-discovery. Her entire world is turned upside down as she travails on the rigorous terrain of young love on the summer before she leaves for college.

Top End Wedding (2019)

Painter and the Thief (2020)

An artist befriends the thief who stole her paintings. She becomes his closest ally when he is severely hurt in a car crash and needs full time care, even if her paintings are not found. But then the tables turn.

May 25

The Tracker (2019)

May 26

I Still Believe (2020)

May 28

Marvel's Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D.: Season 7 Premiere (ABC)

May 29

Ramy: Complete Season 2 Premiere (Hulu Original)

Ramy follows first-generation, Egyptian-American Ramy Hassan (Ramy Youssef) who is on a spiritual journey in his politically-divided New Jersey neighborhood. In the second season, Ramy delves further into his spiritual journey, finding a new Muslim community and embracing a deeper commitment to his faith.

Disappearance at Clifton Hill (2020)