Discover all the top OTT releases of April 2026 on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+ and Disney+. New shows, dates and platforms covered!
Do you love sitting on your couch, grabbing snacks, and watching great shows? Well, April 2026 is going to be a really big month for streaming fans. There are so many new shows and movies coming to platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, Disney+, and more. Whether you like action, romance, scary stories, or superhero stuff, there is something for everyone this month.
Let's go through all the exciting new OTT releases coming this April so you don't miss a single one.
What Is OTT Anyway?
Before we get into the list, let's quickly explain what OTT means. OTT stands for "Over The Top." It just means streaming services like Netflix or Amazon Prime Video that you watch through the internet on your TV, phone, tablet, or computer. You don't need a cable connection. You just need the internet and a subscription.
Now that we know what OTT is, let's talk about all the fun stuff coming this month.
Netflix: A Packed Month Full of Big Names
Netflix is going all out in April 2026. The month opens on April 1 with a huge catalog drop that includes five Mission: Impossible movies, the full Madagascar trilogy, American Gangster, and Bohemian Rhapsody. That's already a great start even before the original shows begin.
XO, Kitty Season 3 (April 2)
XO, Kitty Season 3 launches on April 2. The spin-off series sees Anna Cathcart reprising her role as Katherine "Kitty" Song-Covey as she finds her way as a foreign exchange high school student in South Korea. This third season is extra special because Lana Condor is finally returning as Kitty's older sister Lara Jean Covey in a guest role. If you loved the To All the Boys movies, this one is for you.
Beef Season 2 (April 16)
This is one of the biggest shows coming to Netflix this April. We'll be treated to a new season of Lee Sung Jin's Beef, the first installment of which took home eight Emmys, with an all-new cast. Carey Mulligan and Oscar Isaac play a millennial couple beefing with the Gen Z employees (Cailee Spaeny and Charles Melton) of the tony country club Isaac's character manages.
A Gen Z couple witnesses an alarming fight between their millennial boss and his wife. They are both lower-level staff at a country club and find themselves becoming entangled in the unraveling marriage of their general manager. Season 1 was full of shocking moments, and this one looks just as wild.
Stranger Things: Tales From '85 (April 23)
Stranger Things fans have been waiting for this one. Netflix has confirmed that the series will premiere globally on April 23, 2026. As the title suggests, the series takes place in the winter of 1985, placing the timeline firmly between Season 2 and Season 3.
It is an animated spin-off that follows the Hawkins gang as they encounter a new paranormal mystery and a terrifying threat lurking beneath the ice. Even though it's animated, it still brings back the spooky, exciting world of Hawkins that fans love.
A new character named Nikki Baxter will also be joining the main heroes throughout the series. She sports a pink mohawk and has a cool connection to the world of Hawkins.
Apex (April 24)
Apex is a Netflix original film starring Charlize Theron as a woman in a human-hunting competition where the prey decides to fight back against the elite hunters. Taron Egerton plays the dangerous hunter after her. It sounds like a heart-pounding thriller you won't want to miss.
Other Netflix Highlights in April
Mid-April also brings Ronaldinho: The One and Only on April 16, which is a documentary about the legendary soccer player. Running Point Season 2 comes on April 23, with Kate Hudson returning as the president of a professional basketball team.
WWE WrestleMania Season 42 arrives on April 19, where the greatest superstars compete for championship titles on the biggest stage of them all.
Amazon Prime Video: The Boys Are Back
The Boys Season 5 (April 8)
The fifth and final season of The Boys lands on Prime Video on April 8. This is the last season of the popular superhero satire, and fans are very excited to see how it all ends.
It's the end of the world as we know it for the show. Homelander is firmly in charge and the titular gang is scattered across internment camps. Humanity's hope comes in the form of Billy Butcher, who emerges from the shadows with a way to wipe rogue "supes" off the map entirely. If you haven't started this show yet, it's time to catch up fast before the final season drops.
O'Romeo (April 10)
O'Romeo is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on April 10, 2026. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the romantic adventure stars Shahid Kapoor as Ustara and Tripti Dimri as Afsha. The story follows Afsha as she seeks revenge against a powerful underworld don for her husband's death, joining forces with rival gangster Ustara in a gripping tale of love and vengeance.
The House of the Spirits (April 29)
The House of the Spirits arrives on Prime Video on April 29. This is based on one of the most celebrated novels in Latin American literature, and it looks like a big, dramatic story with a strong cast.
Apple TV+: New Stories Worth Your Time
Apple TV+ is also bringing some really interesting new shows this April.
Your Friends and Neighbors Season 2 (April 3)
Jon Hamm's Coop, a disgraced financier, is back for more drama in Season 2. Jon Hamm returns as financial titan-turned-white collar criminal Coop Cooper in this dark comedy series. The first season ended on a wild note, and fans are curious where the story goes next.
Margo's Got Money Problems (April 15)
Margo's Got Money Problems is based on Rufi Thorpe's bestselling novel, in which the main character makes an OnlyFans account to make money after dropping out of college with a baby on the way. It comes to Apple TV+ on April 15, 2026. This one sounds funny, bold, and very different from most shows.
Widow's Bay (April 29)
Matthew Rhys will anchor Katie Lippold's new horror-comedy show Widow's Bay, which arrives on Apple TV+ this month. This one mixes scary and funny together, which sounds like a great combo.
Disney+: A Galaxy Far, Far Away
Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord (April 6)
Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord premieres on Disney+ on April 6, 2026. It focuses on Darth Maul's rise within the criminal underworld. Star Wars fans have been wanting more Darth Maul content for a long time, and this animated series delivers exactly that. If you love the dark, mysterious side of the Star Wars universe, this is a must-watch.
Netflix: Even More Big Shows Coming Late April
Beef Season 2 Cast and Story
We already covered Beef above, but it's worth noting more about why this show is so special. The first season of Beef was a surprise hit for the streamer. It won eight Emmy Awards and became one of the most talked-about shows of its year. Season 2 is an anthology, meaning it has completely new characters and a brand-new story. That means you don't even need to have seen Season 1 to enjoy it.
More OTT Shows to Keep an Eye On
Criminal Record Season 2 (Apple TV+)
A second installment of Criminal Record is also coming to Apple TV+ this month. The first season was a gripping crime drama, and this new season continues the story with more tension and mystery.
Big Mistakes (Netflix)
New series Big Mistakes, a dark comedy from Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott about a sibling duo in way above their heads, is also coming to Netflix this month. If you like funny but also slightly dark and awkward humor, this one could be a favorite.
Thrash (Prime Video)
Thrash is a survival thriller starring Shanaya Kapoor as Avani Shah and Adarsh Gourav as Maruti Kadam. Their lives take a drastic turn when they get trapped in an empty swimming pool with a crocodile. Yes, you read that right. A crocodile. In a swimming pool. This one is going to be very tense.
What Genre Are You in the Mood For?
With so many new shows coming, it can be hard to decide what to watch first. Here's a quick way to think about it:
If you love superhero action, go straight to The Boys Season 5 on Prime Video. If you like drama with great actors, Beef Season 2 on Netflix is your best bet. If animated adventures are your thing, Stranger Things: Tales From '85 is a perfect pick. For thriller fans, Apex on Netflix and Thrash on Prime Video will keep you on the edge of your seat. And if you want something funny but smart, Your Friends and Neighbors on Apple TV+ or Big Mistakes on Netflix will make you laugh.
Why April 2026 Is Special for Streaming
April 2026 might be one of the biggest months for OTT content in a long time. You have a final season of one of the most popular shows ever (The Boys), a sequel to an Emmy-winning hit (Beef), an animated return to one of the most beloved sci-fi universes (Stranger Things), and a brand-new action thriller with one of Hollywood's biggest stars (Apex). All in one month.
Netflix, Prime Video, AMC+, and others are all stacking their lineups with new originals and anticipated returns to grab viewers' attention this spring. Streaming platforms know that spring is a big time for binge-watching, and they are pulling out all the stops.
Quick Release Date Summary
Here is a fast look at all the key dates for April 2026 OTT releases:
April 2 — XO, Kitty Season 3 (Netflix) April 3 — Your Friends and Neighbors Season 2 (Apple TV+) April 6 — Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord (Disney+) April 8 — The Boys Season 5 Final Season (Prime Video) April 10 — O'Romeo (Prime Video) April 15 — Margo's Got Money Problems (Apple TV+) April 16 — Beef Season 2 (Netflix) April 19 — WWE WrestleMania Season 42 (Netflix) April 23 — Stranger Things: Tales From '85 (Netflix), Running Point Season 2 (Netflix) April 24 — Apex (Netflix) April 29 — Widow's Bay (Apple TV+), The House of the Spirits (Prime Video)
Tips to Enjoy This Month's OTT Releases
Since there are so many great shows dropping this month, here are a few simple tips to make the most of it:
Make a watchlist. Write down all the shows you want to see and their release dates. That way you don't forget anything.
Share the fun. Some of these shows are great to watch with friends or family. The Boys or Stranger Things are perfect for group watching.
Don't rush. You don't have to watch everything the same day it drops. Take your time and enjoy each show.
Try something new. Even if a show sounds different from what you usually watch, give it a try. You might discover a new favorite.
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Final Thoughts
April 2026 is a dream month for streaming fans. Whether you are into intense action, heartfelt drama, funny dark comedies, or animated adventures, the platforms have something for you. Netflix leads the way with Beef Season 2, Apex, and the Stranger Things spin-off. Prime Video is ending The Boys with a bang. Apple TV+ is bringing fresh, original stories. And Disney+ is keeping the Star Wars universe alive and exciting.
So clear your schedule, charge your devices, and get ready for a great month of binge-watching. Happy streaming!