The last week of April is absolutely stacked. Whether you’re in the mood for a gripping true-crime doc, a haunted island comedy, a sweeping period romance, or a feel-good animated adventure — this week’s OTT lineup has something for every kind of viewer. Here’s your complete guide to everything dropping on Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, JioHotstar, and more.
All 9 OTT Releases This Week
| # | Title | Platform | Release Date | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Straight to Hell | Netflix | Apr 27 | Biography, Drama |
| 2 | Should I Marry A Murderer? | Netflix | Apr 29 | True Crime, Docuseries |
| 3 | The House of the Spirits | Prime Video | Apr 29 | Drama, Family |
| 4 | Widow’s Bay | Apple TV+ | Apr 29 | Comedy, Horror |
| 5 | Gold Land | Disney+/Hulu | Apr 29 | Action, Thriller |
| 6 | Man on Fire | Netflix | Apr 30 | Action, Thriller |
| 7 | Swapped | Netflix | May 1 | Animated Comedy |
| 8 | Wuthering Heights | JioHotstar | May 1 | Romance, Period Drama |
| 9 | My Dearest Señorita | Netflix | May 1 | Drama |
Show-by-Show Breakdown
1. Straight to Hell (Netflix, Apr 27) A Japanese biographical drama tracing the extraordinary life of fortune-teller Kazuko Hosoki — from her teenage years working in nightlife to becoming a Guinness World Record holder. The drama covers her journey from age 17 to 66, charting her climb from economic hardship to national fame. Starring Erika Toda, it’s a compelling story of grit and reinvention.
2. Should I Marry A Murderer? (Netflix, Apr 29) A chilling two-part true-crime docuseries. It follows a woman whose farmer husband Alexander “Sandy” McKellar confessed in 2020 to being involved in a hit-and-run killing of 63-year-old charity cyclist Tony Parsons in 2017 — and her dangerous mission of collecting evidence without him finding out. Gripping from the first minute.
3. The House of the Spirits (Prime Video, Apr 29) A rich Spanish-language family saga. Based on Isabel Allende’s beloved novel, the series follows three generations of the Trueba family — Clara, Blanca, and Alba — through their societal, economic, and personal struggles, including romances and financial hardship. A must-watch for fans of sweeping Latin American drama.
4. Widow’s Bay (Apple TV+, Apr 29) The week’s wildcard pick. A mayor who doesn’t believe in island lore is soon forced to reckon with ancient curses when tourists arrive and long-dismissed stories start horrifyingly coming true. Starring Matthew Rhys, this comedy-horror blend is perfectly timed for a late-night watch.
5. Gold Land (Disney+/Hulu, Apr 29) Park Bo Young is back and she’s after gold. A security officer at an international airport gets drawn into the world of a hotel casino, loan sharks, and gangs after her pilot boyfriend ignites her hidden greed. Stylish, fast-paced Korean crime drama that promises to binge in one sitting.
6. Man on Fire (Netflix, Apr 30) A gritty action-thriller reboot. Based on A. J. Quinnell’s 1980 novel, it follows a former Special Forces mercenary haunted by PTSD who is pulled back into violent vengeance when his dead mentor’s daughter becomes a target. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II leads a stacked cast including Bobby Cannavale.
7. Swapped (Netflix, May 1) The week’s lightest and most fun entry. A tiny woodland mammal and a massive bird — sworn enemies — swap bodies after encountering a magical plant and embark on a journey of survival, self-discovery, and unlikely friendship. With Michael B. Jordan and Juno Temple voicing the leads, this is family viewing gold.
8. Wuthering Heights (JioHotstar, May 1) The biggest title of the week. Directed by Emerald Fennell, this loose adaptation of Emily Brontë’s classic stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, exploring their characters’ turbulent desire, jealousy, and strange love across a brooding period backdrop. This one has awards season written all over it.
9. My Dearest Señorita (Netflix, May 1) A Spanish drama remake rooted in personal liberation. Based on the 1972 film, it follows Adela, raised in a deeply conservative family, as she breaks free and embarks on a journey of self-discovery that eventually brings her to Madrid. Thoughtful, quietly powerful storytelling.
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