From star-studded thrillers to must-watch finales, here’s your guide to the best streaming picks in April 2025. Find out what’s new on Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Max, Prime Video, and more.
April is bringing a wave of exciting new releases across major streaming platforms. From high-stakes thrillers and action-packed dramas to long-awaited series finales, there’s something for every viewer. Whether you’re in the mood for gripping crime stories, intense political thrillers, or lighthearted comedies, here’s everything coming your way this month.
Notable Shows Premiering in April
The Bondsman (Prime Video, April 3) – Kevin Bacon stars as a bounty hunter resurrected by the devil to hunt down escaped demons in this supernatural thriller from Blumhouse Television.
Pulse (Netflix, April 3) – Willa Fitzgerald leads this medical drama about a third-year resident thrown into a leadership role as a hurricane approaches Miami.
Dying for Sex (Hulu, April 4) – Michelle Williams stars in this true-story adaptation about a woman exploring her desires after a terminal cancer diagnosis. Jenny Slate and Jay Duplass co-star.
Your Friends and Neighbors (Apple TV+, April 11) – Jon Hamm plays a disgraced hedge fund manager-turned-thief who stumbles upon dark secrets. Amanda Peet, Olivia Munn, and Hoon Lee also star.
Étoile (Prime Video, April 24) – From the creators of Gilmore Girls, this series follows world-renowned ballet dancers in New York and Paris as they fight to save their institutions.
Must-See Movies Arriving This Month
MobLand (Paramount+, March 30) – Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan, and Helen Mirren lead this Guy Ritchie-directed crime thriller about a global crime syndicate.
A Complete Unknown (Hulu, now streaming) – Timothée Chalamet transforms into Bob Dylan in this Oscar-nominated biopic.
G20 (Prime Video, April 10) – Viola Davis takes on the role of an American president who must fight back when an international summit is attacked.
The Order (Hulu, April 18) – Jude Law stars as an FBI agent tracking a violent white supremacist group in the 1980s.
Havoc (Netflix, April 25) – Tom Hardy plays a battered detective battling his way through the criminal underworld to save a politician’s son.
Final Seasons You Won’t Want to Miss
The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu, April 8) – The dystopian drama enters its sixth and final season.
Andor (Disney+, April 22) – The Star Wars prequel starring Diego Luna wraps up its story.
You (Netflix, April 24) – Penn Badgley returns for the last chapter of the psychological thriller.
More Streaming Highlights
Banger (April 2) – A washed-up DJ joins a French intelligence agency in this action-comedy.
Black Mirror (April 10) – Six new mind-bending episodes featuring Paul Giamatti, Cristin Milioti, Awkwafina, and more.
Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing (April 9) – A chilling documentary on the exploitation of child social media stars.
Hacks (April 10) – The Emmy-winning comedy returns for its fourth season.
The Last of Us (April 13) – The long-awaited second season debuts.
Babygirl (April 26) – Nicole Kidman plays a corporate executive exploring a submissive relationship.
Got to Get Out (April 11) – Simu Liu hosts a high-stakes competition show.
Ernest Cole: Lost and Found (April 29) – A documentary on the legendary South African photographer.
Spy High (April 8) – A deep dive into digital surveillance at a prestigious American school.
#1 Happy Family USA (April 17) – A satirical animated comedy from Ramy Youssef.
Pets (April 11) & “Sea Lions of the Galapagos” (April 22) – Two new National Geographic documentaries.
Government Cheese (April 16) – A surrealist family comedy starring David Oyelowo.
Number One on the Call Sheet (now streaming) – A two-part documentary highlighting Hollywood’s top Black actors.
The Carters: Hurts to Love You (April 15) – A documentary exploring the troubled lives of Nick Carter and Aaron Carter, told through the eyes of their sister, Angel Carter Conrad.
Girl You Know It’s True (April 4) – A dramatized take on the Milli Vanilli scandal.
With so many exciting premieres and finales, April is set to be a streaming-packed month. Whether you’re catching up on the final season of The Handmaid’s Tale or diving into new releases like Your Friends and Neighbors, there’s no shortage of must-watch content.
