What To Watch This Week: The Titles Worth Your Time
What to Watch This Week: The Titles Worth Your Time
This week (May 25-31, 2026), the top titles worth your time are Spider-Noir (MGM+/Prime Video, premiere May 25), A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Season 2 (Netflix, May 27), For All Mankind Season 5 finale plus Star City prequel (Apple TV, May 29), Deli Boys Season 2 (Hulu, May 28), The Four Seasons Season 2 (Netflix, May 28), and the Tom Hanks-narrated docuseries World War II With Tom Hanks (History Channel, May 25).
Top Picks by Day (May 25-31, 2026)
The weekly release calendar clusters premieres across Monday-Friday, giving families and educators multiple high-quality options aligned with values-driven storytelling and historical learning.
- Monday, May 25: Spider-Noir series premiere on MGM+ (8PM ET); World War II With Tom Hanks premieres with 3 episodes on History Channel (8PM ET)
- Wednesday, May 27: A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Season 2 on Netflix; all 8 episodes of Spider-Noir drop on Prime Video (3AM ET)
- Thursday, May 28: Deli Boys Season 2 on Hulu; The Four Seasons Season 2 on Netflix
- Friday, May 29: For All Mankind Season 5 finale on Apple TV; Star City prequel premiere (first 2 episodes) on Apple TV; Criminal Minds: Evolution Season 19 on Paramount+; Calabasas Confidential on Netflix
- VOD (May 26): Over Your Dead Body available on Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Movies & TV, Fandango at Home
Headline Titles and Why They Matter
These flagship releases combine strong craft with substantive themes-ideal for family viewing and classroom discussion about ethics, history, and community.
| Title | Platform | Premiere Date | Genre | Rotten Tomatoes Score | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spider-Noir | MGM+/Prime Video | May 25 | Drama/Noir | - | Nic Cage leads a 1930s PI spinoff from Spider-Verse; noir aesthetic teaches visual storytelling |
| A Good Girl's Guide to Murder S2 | Netflix | May 27 | Mystery/Thriller | - | True-crime podcast plot promotes critical inquiry and evidence-based reasoning |
| For All Mankind S5 Finale | Apple TV | May 29 | Sci-Fi/Drama | - | Mars resilience plot line models collaborative problem-solving under pressure |
| Star City | Apple TV | May 29 | Sci-Fi/Drama | - | Soviet prequel explores alternate history; great for historical empathy lessons |
| World War II With Tom Hanks | History Channel | May 25 | Docuseries | - | 20-episode deep dive with 3-episode premiere; supports civic education and global history |
| Deli Boys S2 | Hulu | May 28 | Comedy | - | Family business + FBI raid plot balances humor with ethical decision-making |
Best for Families and Students
For parents and educators seeking age-appropriate content with teachable moments, the week offers strong options across genres.
- World War II With Tom Hanks-A 20-episode docuseries that premieres with three episodes on History Channel at 8PM ET on May 25; subsequent episodes air Mondays, ideal for weekly history blocks
- A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Season 2-British mystery thriller returning simultaneously with the U.K.; follows true-crime podcaster Pip solving a disappearance based on "Good Girl, Bad Blood"
- Star City-Prequel exploring the Soviet moon landing from their perspective; first two episodes drop Friday, May 29 on Apple TV
- Deli Boys Season 2-Comedy about brothers taking over a family deli after an FBI raid; balances humor with family responsibility themes
Marist-Aligned Viewing Principles
Our values-driven lens prioritizes content that fosters solidarity, respect for human dignity, and intellectual rigor-core to Marist pedagogy across Brazil and Latin America.
- Truth & Evidence: Favor titles emphasizing investigation, historical accuracy, and source reliability (e.g., World War II With Tom Hanks, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder)
- Community & Solidarity: Choose stories highlighting teamwork, service, and care for the common good (e.g., For All Mankind Mars resilience plot)
- Cultural Responsiveness: Include diverse perspectives and alternate histories that build empathy (e.g., Star City's Soviet viewpoint)
- Practical Leadership: Use narratives showing ethical choices under pressure to spark school leadership discussions
Where to Stream Each Title
Knowing the exact platform removes friction for families and administrators planning group viewings.
| Title | Streaming Service | Release Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Spider-Noir | MGM+ (linear), Prime Video (on-demand) | Premieres MGM+ May 25; all 8 episodes on Prime Video May 27, 3AM ET |
| A Good Girl's Guide to Murder S2 | Netflix | Season 2 premiere May 27 |
| For All Mankind S5 Finale | Apple TV | Season 5 finale May 29 |
| Star City | Apple TV | First two episodes May 29 |
| Deli Boys S2 | Hulu | Season 2 premiere May 28 |
| The Four Seasons S2 | Netflix | Season 2 premiere May 28 |
| Criminal Minds: Evolution S19 | Paramount+ | Season 19 premiere May 29; new episodes weekly Thursdays |
| Calabasas Confidential | Netflix | Premiere May 29 |
| Over Your Dead Body | VOD (Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Movies & TV, Fandango at Home) | Available May 26 |
How to Use This List for School Programming
School administrators can leverage these titles for evening family nights, media literacy modules, and values-based discussions aligned with Marist mission.
- Host a World War II documentary night with guided questions on civic duty and historical truth
- Use A Good Girl's Guide to Murder to teach evidence evaluation and research ethics in true-crime media
- Pair Star City with a lesson on alternate history and cultural perspective-taking
- Facilitate leadership dialogues using For All Mankind's crisis-resolution arcs
This curated list reflects evidence-based analysis and practical insights for educators seeking student-focused outcomes across Latin America.
Helpful tips and tricks for What To Watch This Week The Titles Worth Your Time
What is the best show to watch this week for families?
World War II With Tom Hanks is the best family choice: a 20-episode docuseries premiering May 25 on History Channel with three episodes at 8PM ET, combining authoritative narration with civic education value.
When does Spider-Noir premiere?
Spider-Noir premieres on MGM+ on Monday, May 25; all eight episodes drop on Amazon Prime Video at 3AM ET on Wednesday, May 27.
What new seasons are releasing on Netflix this week?
Netflix releases A Good Girl's Guide to Murder Season 2 on May 27 and The Four Seasons Season 2 on May 28; Calabasas Confidential also premieres May 29.
Is there a For All Mankind finale this week?
Yes-the For All Mankind Season 5 finale airs Friday, May 29 on Apple TV, testing Mars resilience.
What movie is available on VOD this week?
Over Your Dead Body is available to rent on VOD starting May 26 via Apple TV, Prime Video, Google Movies & TV, and Fandango at Home.
