
April 2025 is shaping up to be an electrifying month on Netflix, packed with must-watch series and movies that will keep you glued to your screen. Whether you're into action-packed anime, mind-bending thrillers, or gripping dramas, Netflix in April has something for everyone.Â
Get ready for the highly anticipated Devil May Cry, an anime adaptation that brings the demon-slaying hero to life, and Pulse, a chilling sci-fi series that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Fans of intense reality drama won’t want to miss Karma, while Black Mirror returns with season seven, delivering more eerie, thought-provoking tales about the dark side of technology.
That’s not all—crime and romance collide in Ransom Canyon, Chef’s Table: Legends honors culinary pioneers, and You season five takes Joe Goldberg back to New York for his final chapter. Plus, step behind the curtain with Stranger Things: The First Shadow, a documentary that explores the making of the Broadway sensation.Â
Whether you're a sci-fi enthusiast, a true crime addict, or a hopeless romantic, April’s lineup is designed to keep you entertained all month long. Don’t miss out on all the action—check out the full list of everything coming to Netflix in April 2025!
Release Date: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Scorpex (Vincent Cassel), a washed-up DJ clinging to his past fame, gets a wild shot at redemption when eccentric intelligence agent Rose (Laura Felpin) recruits him to take down his rising rival, Vestax (Mister V). Determined to reclaim his throne, Scorpex sees this mission as his ultimate comeback.
Release Date: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The docu-reality series Love on the Spectrum returns for season three, following individuals on the autism spectrum as they navigate dating and relationships. This season features new hopefuls and familiar faces, all on a heartfelt journey to find love. It is your go-to series to watch on Netflix in April 2025.Â
Release Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
In this animated adaptation of the Capcom game, Adi Shankar brings Dante to life—a demon-hunter-for-hire caught between the human and demon realms. As sinister forces plot to open a deadly portal, Dante unknowingly holds the key to both worlds' fate. It is your go-to animated show to watch on Netflix in April 2025.Â
Release Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
As a hurricane hits Miami’s busiest trauma center, Dr. Danny Simms (Willa Fitzgerald) is suddenly promoted after Chief Resident Dr. Xander Phillips (Colin Woodell) is suspended. With the hospital on lockdown and an influx of critical cases, Danny and Phillips must navigate both the chaos and their complicated romance—while their colleagues juggle personal and professional challenges in a fight where saving lives is easier than living their own.
Release Date: Friday, April 4, 2025
In this gripping crime thriller, six lives become entangled in a relentless karmic loop, where reckless choices ignite a chain of chaos with no escape.
Release Date: Monday, April 7, 2025
Blippi and Meekah bring their role-play to life at the Clubhouse, turning curiosity into real-world adventures as they explore exciting jobs firsthand!
Release Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
After four years in prison, Moritz is ready to start fresh—but the world has moved on. His former friend Dan has turned Bonus Life into a thriving business, landing on the top 30 under 30 list. When Moritz discovers that Lenny owns half the company, he becomes determined to take back what he believes is his—at any cost. Don’t forget to add this in your list of what to watch on Netflix in April 2025!
Release Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Go behind the scenes with the 2024 Boston Red Sox in this immersive series, offering unprecedented access to their lives on and off the field. Experience the highs and lows of a grueling 162-game season as players navigate intense mental and physical challenges like never before.
Release Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
This explosive docuseries delves into the dark side of child influencers, focusing on Piper Rockelle and her momager, Tiffany Smith. Through shocking allegations from former Squad members, Bad Influence uncovers a world of manipulation, exploitation, and abuse behind the glitzy facade of social media fame. Don’t forget to add this docuseries to your what to watch on Netflix in April 2025 list.
Release Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
After a major loss, TV producer Gallo sets off on a heartfelt journey with his son Benito and old friend Diana. As they reconnect with their past, they uncover life-changing truths about family, love, and what truly matters.
Release Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
After a dramatic and public breakup, a young Inuk woman sets out to rebuild her life. But in a tight-knit Arctic town where gossip spreads fast, starting over is easier said than done.
Release Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Jab, a notorious troublemaker in juvenile detention, is unexpectedly chosen to lead a snow sculpture team under the sharp-eyed Kru Chom. With no snow in their home country and a team of so-called "problem kids," winning an international competition seems impossible. But through grueling training, self-doubt, and family struggles, they fight to prove they belong—and rediscover belief in themselves.
Release Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
In a future where Earth thrives under AI rule, the Moon suffers under its harsh policies, leading to a battle for independence. When Jacob "Jack" Shadow loses his family to a rebel attack, he enlists in Earth's army for revenge—only to uncover surprising truths about the resistance.Â
Release Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Charlie Brooker’s dark, satirical anthology Black Mirror returns in 2025 with six new episodes, including a highly anticipated sequel to the sci-fi thriller USS Callister. Black Mirror season seven is one of the top highlights coming to Netflix in April 2025.
Release Date: Friday, April 11, 2025
The Gardener follows Elmer, a cold-blooded hitman working under his domineering mother, La China Jurado, who runs a garden center doubling as a murder-for-hire business. But when Elmer falls for his next target, a kind nursery school teacher named Violet, he must learn to love—while his mother fights to end Violet’s life.
Release Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Before its Broadway debut this spring, go behind the scenes of the West End sensation! Behind the Curtain: Stranger Things – The First Shadow premieres on Netflix April 15.Â
Release Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Lejla returns to her Swedish village, where tradition clashes with modernization. But her homecoming is haunted by a dark past—she was once held captive in a glass dome. Now, another girl has vanished. As Lejla investigates, she’s forced to confront her buried trauma. Is it just coincidence, or is history repeating itself?
Release Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
In Ransom Canyon, Texas, three powerful ranching families fight to protect their land from outside threats. At the center is Staten Kirkland (Josh Duhamel), a hardened rancher seeking vengeance while battling his past. His only solace is Quinn O’Grady (Minka Kelly), a longtime friend who may hold the key to his redemption. But when a mysterious cowboy arrives, buried secrets resurface, threatening everything they hold dear. It is your go-to series to watch on Netflix in April 2025!
Release Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
iHostage is a gripping thriller based on the real-life 2022 Amsterdam Apple Store hostage crisis. Directed by Bobby Boermans, it follows a Bulgarian man trapped in a deadly standoff as an armed attacker takes hostages. Told from multiple perspectives—including the assailant, hostages, and first responders—it’s a tense, emotional story of survival and resilience.
Release Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
This gripping documentary explores the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in U.S. history, revisiting the tragic event and its lasting impact.
Release Date: Monday, April 21, 2025
From the director of My Octopus Teacher comes Pangolin: Kulu's Journey, a moving story of a man who rescues a baby pangolin in South Africa and dedicates himself to its rehabilitation, forging a deep bond in the fight for its freedom.
Release Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Set in 1959 Hawkins, Stranger Things: The First Shadow follows Henry Creel as he seeks a fresh start—until dark secrets emerge, linking him to a series of shocking crimes. The play is written by Kate Trefry, directed by Stephen Daldry and co-directed by Justin Martin, and is set up as a prequel to the television series.
Release Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Director Shinji Higuchi (Shin Godzilla) brings The Bullet Train back to life in a gripping reboot of the 1975 classic that inspired Speed. Starring Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, this high-stakes thriller blends real bullet train footage with cutting-edge visuals for an adrenaline-pumping ride.
Release Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
This gripping documentary series delves into the devastating 2007 Congonhas Airport disaster in São Paulo, which claimed 199 lives. Through expert analysis and survivor accounts, it explores the tragedy’s lasting impact on Brazilian aviation.
Release Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Alcaraz is a Netflix docuseries produced by Morena Films, offering an intimate look at Carlos Alcaraz, the youngest world No. 1 in tennis history. Following his 2024 season, the series goes beyond the court, exploring the life of a rising sports icon who is redefining the game.
Release Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
In the thrilling fifth and final season, Joe Goldberg is back in New York, ready to embrace his happily ever after—until his past resurfaces, threatening everything he’s built and forcing him to confront his darkest impulses once again. It is one of the most highly anticipated releases on Netflix in April 2025.
Release Date: Friday, April 25, 2025
Walker (Tom Hardy) is a battle-worn detective navigating a city on the brink, pursued by a vengeful crime syndicate, a corrupt politician, and even his own colleagues. When a botched drug deal exposes a tangled web of conspiracy, Walker’s only way out is to rescue the politician’s estranged son—while confronting the demons that haunt him.
Release Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
The Emmy-nominated Chef’s Table returns with Legends, honoring four culinary icons—Jamie Oliver, José Andrés, Alice Waters, and Thomas Keller—who revolutionized the way the world eats. Celebrating the series’ 10th anniversary, this season delves into their lasting impact, inspiring generations of chefs and food lovers worldwide.
Release Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
On a fateful night in Buenos Aires, a deadly snowfall wipes out most of the city, leaving survivors trapped in a desperate fight for their lives. As Juan Salvo and his friends struggle to survive, they uncover a chilling truth—the toxic storm is just the first strike of an alien invasion. The only hope? Banding together and fighting back.
Release Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Rome is determined to crush the last free village in Gaul, home to Asterix and Obelix. Thankfully the villagers have a secret weapon- A magic potion that grants them unmatched strength. But when their potion master loses his memory, the villagers must face the Roman army without their greatest advantage. Can Asterix and Obelix outwit Caesar’s forces and save their home?
Release Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Turning Point: The Vietnam War delivers an unfiltered look at one of the most defining and divisive conflicts in modern history. With exclusive access to CBS News archives, rare Vietnamese footage, declassified records, and White House recordings, the series revisits the war’s lasting consequences as both America and Vietnam mark the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon.
Last month’s guide: New Netflix shows and movies in March 2025
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