The Boys S05 and Hacks S05 at the top, Euphoria S04 and Beef S02 right behind. Four of the most-anticipated returns of the year all in one month. April's list basically wrote itself.
By Premiere Lens TV
Ranked from audience rating, release timing, and editorial fit. Updated May 16, 2026.
The month's strongest pick: a 8.6-rated season 5 return on Prime Video with action / fantasy appeal.
A group of vigilantes set out to take down corrupt superheroes who abuse their superpowers.
8.2 audience rating, Won 12 Primetime Emmys. 101 wins & 243 nominations total, and a proven season 5 return make this a credible shortlist choice.
Explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.
8.1 rating on Netflix, anchored by drama / crime, with enough signal to earn shortlist space.
In order to pay off their debt, three daring youths jump into the money-lending business while confronting the rich and powerful who prey on the weak.
8.0 audience rating, 1 win & 4 nominations, and a proven new-series entry make this a credible shortlist choice.
7.7 audience rating, Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. 2 wins & 9 nominations total, and a proven season 2 return make this a credible shortlist choice.
7.5 audience rating, 2 nominations total, and a proven season 2 return make this a credible shortlist choice.
7.4 audience rating, 8 wins & 4 nominations total, and a proven season 2 return make this a credible shortlist choice.
7.3 audience rating, 6 nominations, and a proven season 3 return make this a credible shortlist choice.
6.9 rating on Apple TV, anchored by drama / comedy, with enough signal to earn shortlist space.
