May is shaping up to be a bittersweet month for Netflix UK subscribers. While exciting new titles are rolling in, the platform is simultaneously waving goodbye to over 50 movies and TV shows — including some real fan favourites. From the entire Transformers and Men in Black collections to Schitt’s Creek, Saving Private Ryan, and The Greatest Showman, the clock is ticking. Here’s everything you need to know — and what to queue up right now before it’s too late.
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The Biggest Titles Leaving Netflix UK in May 2026
| Title | Leaving Date | Why You Should Watch It |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Reacher (2012) & Never Go Back (2016) | May 1 | Tom Cruise at his action-hero best — slick, brutal, endlessly rewatchable |
| Puss in Boots (2011) | May 1 | The beloved Shrek spin-off that still holds up brilliantly for all ages |
| Zombieland: Double Tap (2019) | May 1 | A hilarious, gory sequel that delivered exactly what fans wanted |
| Transformers Full Collection (5 films) | May 4 | Michael Bay’s chaotic blockbuster saga — loud, explosive, and weirdly fun |
| Men in Black Full Collection (4 films) | May 7 | Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones at their coolest; MIB International included |
| Saving Private Ryan (1998) | May 13 | Spielberg’s devastating WWII masterpiece — a genuine must-watch |
| The Greatest Showman (2017) | May 15 | Hugh Jackman’s crowd-pleasing musical that you’ll hum for days |
| Schitt’s Creek (6 Seasons) | May 16 | One of the funniest, warmest sitcoms of the last decade — binge it fast |
| Birdman (2014) | May 19 | Michael Keaton’s Oscar-winning comeback — filmed to look like one single take |
| The Addams Family (2019) & Sequel (2021) | May 20 | Animated family fun with dark, gothic charm |
| Bob Marley: One Love (2024) | May 21 | A vibrant, music-filled biopic celebrating a true global legend |
| The Holdovers (2023) | May 22 | Paul Giamatti’s quiet, Oscar-winning gem — funny, moving, and deeply human |
| Migration (2023) | May 23 | Illumination’s charming animated adventure about a family of ducks finding their wings |
Shows & Films Worth Highlighting
Schitt’s Creek leaving on May 16 is genuinely the biggest loss of the month. All six seasons of this sitcom — which follows a wealthy family forced to rebuild their lives in a small town — are going at once. If you’ve been putting it off, stop. Start tonight.
Saving Private Ryan on May 13 is another one that demands attention. Spielberg’s 1998 war epic remains one of the most visceral, emotionally overwhelming films ever made — the Omaha Beach opening sequence alone is worth the watch.
The Holdovers quietly became one of 2023’s best films and deserved every award it received. Paul Giamatti plays a grumpy teacher forced to spend the holidays with a troubled student — it’s warm, funny, and unexpectedly moving. Don’t miss it before May 22.
Birdman and Bob Marley: One Love round out the must-watches — one a cerebral, technically brilliant drama, the other a joyful celebration of a music icon. Both deserve a spot on your watchlist before they vanish on May 19 and May 21 respectively.
For everything new hitting Netflix UK this month to replace what’s leaving, head over to TechnoSports for the full breakdown. And if you want to stay ahead of every streaming departure and arrival, TechnoSports has you covered month by month.
Full Departure Calendar at a Glance
| Date | Key Titles |
|---|---|
| May 1 | Jack Reacher x2, Puss in Boots, Zombieland: Double Tap, In the Line of Fire |
| May 4 | All 5 Transformers films, Love & Other Drugs |
| May 7 | All 4 Men in Black films |
| May 13 | Saving Private Ryan |
| May 15 | The Greatest Showman, Mr. Bean’s Holiday |
| May 16 | Schitt’s Creek (all 6 seasons), Harriet |
| May 19 | Birdman |
| May 20 | The Addams Family & Sequel |
| May 21 | Bob Marley: One Love |
| May 22 | The Holdovers |
| May 23 | Migration |
FAQs
Q: When is Schitt’s Creek leaving Netflix UK?
A: All six seasons of Schitt’s Creek are leaving Netflix UK on May 16, 2026 — so binge it before it disappears.
Q: Are all the Transformers movies leaving Netflix UK at the same time?
A: Yes! All five films in the Transformers collection depart together on May 4, 2026.
