All shows releasing on Hulu in May 2024

The Kardashian Season 5 releasing on Hulu (Image via Imdb)
The Kardashian Season 5 releasing on Hulu (Image via IMDb)

As May approaches, Hulu is gearing up to unveil an enticing roster of fresh content. Audiences can expect a host of new shows, from gripping dramas to side-splitting comedies, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

April 2024 saw some pretty exciting releases from Hulu such as Vanderpump Villa, American Horror Story: Delicate (Part 2), Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story, Grey's Anatomy, and more.

With April coming to an end, subscribers are eager to see what Hulu has in store for them for May.


Sandland, and 7 other shows coming to Hulu this May

The month of May will see the platform launch some pretty promising Original shows and release new seasons of the existing shows.

Series NameSeasonRelease Date
ShardlakeSeason 1May 1, 2024
SandlandSeason 1, Episode 13May 1, 2024
Black Twitter: A People’s History
DocuseriesMay 9, 2024
Past LiesSeason 1May 10, 2024
Uncle Samsik
Season 1
May 15, 2024
Chief Detective 1958
Season 1
May 22, 2024
The Kardashian
Season 5
May 23, 2024
Camden Season 1May 29, 2024

1) Shardlake, May 1

Still from the trailer (Image via Hulu/Youtube)
Still from the trailer (Image via Hulu/Youtube)

The first series on this list is a four-part historical drama adapted from C.J. Sansom Tudor's murder mystery book series. The show will adapt the first book Dissolution in which two men are assigned to investigate the chilling murder by Thomas Cromwell. The show stars Arthur Hughes, Anthony Boyle, and Sean Bean in prominent roles.


2) Sandland, May 1

Still from the trailer ( Image via Hulu/Facebook)
Still from the trailer ( Image via Hulu/Facebook)

Based on the acclaimed work of the legendary Akira Toriyama, Sandland is a dystopian science-fiction animated series. It tells the story of a world where years of war and natural disasters have ravaged the water supply of the world.

The show is a typical Toriyama-style adventure comedy about good and evil. The last episode of the series will be released on Hulu on May 1, 2024.


3) Black Twitter: A People’s History, May 9

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Black Twitter: A People's History, is a three-part docuseries, based on Jason Parham's article 'A People's History of Black Twitter'.

The show delves into the cultural significance of Black users on the social media platform, exploring their impact on social media and society. It charts the rise, the movement, and the memes that made it a significant part of American political and cultural life.


4) Past Lies, May 10

Still from the trailer (Image via Disney+ España/YouTube)
Still from the trailer (Image via Disney+ España/YouTube)

Past Lies is a powerful, Spanish-language thriller mini-series starring Elena Anaya, Belén Cuesta, Irene Escolar, and Marta Etura. The Hulu feature has an eminently female team in front of and behind the cameras.

This is the first series from director Clara Roquet, a powerful female thriller that reflects on the weight of guilt and how the friendship of a group of friends evolves over the years. The show will be released on May 10, 2024.


5) Uncle Samsik, May 15

Still from the trailer (Image via Disney+ Singapore/YouTube)
Still from the trailer (Image via Disney+ Singapore/YouTube)

Uncle Samsik is a South Korean period drama series, written and directed by Shin Yeon-shick, and starring Song Kang-ho, Byun Yo-han, Lee Kyu-Hyung, Jin Ki-Joo, and Seo Hyun-woo.

Set in 1960s South Korea, the series follows two men through their bromance and the obstacles they face during a turbulent time in the country's history.


6) Chief Detective 1958, May 22

Still from trailer (Image via Disney+ Singapore/YouTube)
Still from trailer (Image via Disney+ Singapore/YouTube)

A young detective, played by Lee Jee-Hoon, becomes furious at the reality of violating human dignity and teams up with his colleague detectives at the Jongnam Police Station in Seoul.

The South Korean show is a prequel to another famous show Chief Inspector, and the story unfolds ten years before the original series. Set in the 1950s to 1960s, the story follows Detective Park, and his colleagues in their quest to break down the absurdities of corrupt power with common sense and trickery.


7) The Kardashians, May 23

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The Kardashian fans can rejoice, as the 5th season of the show is all set to release on May 23, 2024.

Just a few months after Season 4 wrapped up, The Kardashians is back for more action. Like the previous seasons, the famous family would keep the fans in the loop with their day-to-day lives of glitz, glamour, and drama.


8) Camden, May 29

Camden is a docuseries, produced by singer-songwriter Dua Lipa. The series explores the music scene of the London neighborhood of Camden.

Chris Martin, Pete Doherty, Mark Ronson, Questlove, Little Simz, Nile Rodgers, Boy George, Yungblud, Black Eyed Peas, Jazzie B, Bob Vylan, Chuck D, and Sister Bliss are all confirmed to feature in the series. The series will premiere on May 29, 2024.


With such an exciting and diverse lineup of shows arriving, viewers are in for a month full of thrill, laughter, and exciting moments in the comfort of their homes.

Whether you're a fan of suspenseful thrillers, heartwarming dramas, or gut-busting comedies, Hulu has something for everyone to enjoy. So grab your popcorn, settle in on your couch, and get ready to stream your new favorite shows on Hulu this May.

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