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The 10 Best TV Shows to Stream in May 2026

By

Jennifer M. Wood

11d ago· 8 min readenReview

Summary

A curated list of the 10 best TV shows to stream in May 2026, highlighting both new releases and returning favorites across various streaming platforms. The article notes the industry trend toward reboots, prequels, and franchise expansions (like Yellowstone's multiple spinoffs), while recommending shows such as Battlestar Galactica, Rick and Morty, The Boroughs, and a new project from the Duffer Brothers that resembles Stranger Things.

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While streaming may be the future of television, the medium itself—much like its big-screen counterpart—often leans on familiar properties, prequels, and reboots to keep things moving along.
Which explains why Yellowstone has morphed into a full-on franchise, with four current spinoffs and more on the way.
May's best shows to stream are full of familiar titles, from Battlestar Galactica to the Duffer Brothers' newest project … which sounds a bit like their most famous project.
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‘Rick and Morty,’ ‘The Boroughs,’ and ‘Battlestar Galactica’ are just a few of the TV shows you should be watching right now.

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