What To Watch On Netflix This April 2026

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as John Creasy in “Man On Fire”
Credit: Juan Rosas/Netflix © 2024

If you’ve been scrolling Netflix like “nothing looks good,” April is about to fix that real quick.

From emotional docuseries to messy reality TV and high-stakes drama, there’s something dropping almost every other day. Let’s break it all down so you know exactly what’s worth pressing play.

What To Know Before You Press Play

  • “BEEF” Season 2 and “Love on the Spectrum” return
  • True crime and documentaries dominate the lineup
  • New comedy, thrillers, and reality series are stacked
  • A new “Stranger Things” animated series arrives

📅 April 1–3

XO Kitty Season 3 Netflix key art featuring Kitty Song Covey navigating love and life in Korea

April 1 – “Love on the Spectrum” Season 4
A heartfelt docuseries following singles on the autism spectrum as they navigate dating, relationships, and finding love.

April 2 – “XO, Kitty” Season 3
Kitty heads into her final year at KISS, but unexpected revelations shake up her plans, friendships, and her complicated relationship with Min Ho.

April 3 – “The Truth and Tragedy of Moriah Wilson”
A powerful true crime documentary exploring the life and tragic death of cyclist Moriah Wilson and the impact on those who loved her.

April 3 – “Sheng Wang: Purple”
Sheng Wang returns with a laid-back stand-up special reflecting on adulthood, everyday moments, and finding humor in life.


📅 April 7–10

Thrash Netflix 2026 horror film key art featuring hurricane chaos and deadly sharks

April 7 – “Untold: Chess Mates”
A deep dive into the controversy between Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann, blending competition, scandal, and redemption.

April 8 – “Trust Me: The False Prophet”
A chilling docuseries about a self-proclaimed religious leader and the couple who infiltrated his inner circle to expose the truth.

April 9 – “Big Mistakes”
Two siblings get pulled into organized crime after a botched theft, leading to chaos, danger, and unexpected consequences.

April 10 – “Temptation Island” Season 2
Couples test their relationships by living separately among singles, forcing tough decisions about love and loyalty.

April 10 – “Thrash”
A Category 5 hurricane unleashes destruction and something even more terrifying lurking in the waters.


📅 April 11–16

Untold Jail Blazers Netflix documentary key art featuring Portland Trail Blazers controversy story

April 11 – “At Home With the Furys” Season 2
Tyson Fury attempts retirement while balancing family life, business ventures, and plenty of chaos at home.

April 14 – “Untold: Jail Blazers”
A look back at the early 2000s Portland Trail Blazers, exploring talent, controversy, and media scrutiny.

April 15 – “Million Dollar Secret” Season 2
A high-stakes game of deception where one contestant secretly holds $1 million and must avoid being exposed.

April 16 – “BEEF” Season 2
A new cast and fresh drama unfold as two couples become entangled in conflict, power struggles, and emotional chaos.


📅 April 17–23

Funny AF With Kevin Hart Netflix comedy competition series key art featuring Kevin Hart

April 17 – “A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough”
A moving documentary connecting past and present through the story of a gorilla family in Rwanda.

April 17 – “Roommates”
A college friendship spirals into passive-aggressive tension and psychological warfare.

April 20 – “CoComelon Lane” Season 7
More family-friendly adventures with JJ and friends.

April 20 – “Funny AF With Kevin Hart”
A comedy competition series searching for the next breakout stand-up star.

April 21 – “Untold: The Shooting at Hawthorne Hill”
A shocking true crime story involving a feud that escalates into violence within the elite equestrian world.

April 21 – “Unchosen”
A psychological thriller about a woman trapped in a cult and torn between loyalty and escape.

April 22 – “This Is a Gardening Show”
Zach Galifianakis brings humor and curiosity to gardening in this unconventional, feel-good series.

April 22 – “Lainey Wilson: Keepin’ Country Cool”
A documentary following Lainey Wilson’s rise and journey in modern country music.

April 23 – “Stranger Things: Tales From ’85”
An animated expansion of the Stranger Things universe set during the winter of 1985.

April 23 – “Running Point” Season 2
A sports drama filled with family power struggles and high-pressure decisions behind the scenes.


📅 April 24–30

Apex Netflix 2026 thriller film key art featuring survival drama in the wilderness

April 24 – “Apex”
A survival thriller about a woman facing deadly danger in the wilderness.

April 29 – “Should I Marry a Murderer?”
A woman discovers her fiancé is hiding a dark and deadly secret, forcing an impossible decision.

April 30 – “Man on Fire”
A former mercenary battling PTSD is pulled back into action in this intense, redemption-driven story.


Why April Is A Must-Watch Month

This lineup is doing exactly what Netflix does best… giving you options.

Whether you’re in your true crime bag, want messy reality drama, or just need something light to balance it all out, April is stacked.

And I’m not even going to lie… “BEEF” Season 2 alone might have the timeline in a chokehold.


Will You Be Watching?

So what’s first on your list?

Are you diving into true crime, tapping into the drama, or just looking for something easy to binge?

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