New OTT Releases This Week (May 18 – May 24, 2026): From Jack Ryan: Ghost War, Lee Cronin's The Mummy, Desi Bling to System – Key Digital Premieres for Your Binge-List
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OTT Releases This Week (May 18 to May 24, 2026)
OTT releases this week (May 18 to May 24, 2026) are poised to electrify digital screens with a diverse blend of high-octane spy thrillers, glamorous reality spin-offs, and grounded regional dramas. Leading the charge is the final covert mission of John Krasinski in Jack Ryan: Ghost War on Prime Video, alongside the ultra-luxury lifestyle drama of Desi Bling on Netflix. From the supernatural secrets of The Boroughs, produced by the Duffer Brothers, to the high-stakes courtroom tension in the legal drama System featuring Sonakshi Sinha and Jyotika, the streaming slate offers an impressive variety of genres. Whether it is the gritty rural crime world of the Tamil series Warrant on Zee5 or the highly anticipated digital rental premieres of Lee Cronin's The Mummy and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, this week ensures that every major platform is loaded with premium entertainment.
Here's a complete breakdown of all the movies and shows releasing on OTT between May 18 and May 24, 2026.
May 19, 2026
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Lee Cronin's The Mummy
supernatural thriller
AmazonPrime - Rent
Language:English
Running Time:2h 14m
IMDB Rating:6.4/10
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The young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace. Eight years later, the broken family is shocked when she is returned to them, as what should be a joyful reunion turns into a living nightmare.
Lee Cronin's The Mummy Cast and Crew
Jack ReynorActor
Laia CostaActor
May CalamawyActor
NatalieGraceActor
Lee CroninDirector
Lee Cronin's The Mummy Trailer
May 19, 2026
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Mother Mary
Musical Drama
AmazonPrime - Rent
Language:English
Running Time:1h 51m
IMDB Rating:6.1/10
Long-buried wounds rise to the surface when iconic pop star Mother Mary reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer, Sam Anselm, on the eve of her comeback performance.
Mother Mary Cast & Crew
Anne HathawayActor
Michaela CoelActor
Hunter SchaferActor
Sian CliffordActor
David LoweryDirector
Mother Mary Trailer
May 20, 2026
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Jack Ryan: Ghost War
Action, Thriller
AmazonPrime
Language:English
Running Time: 1h 45m
IMDB Rating:NA
Direct OTT Release
Follows Jack Ryan who reunites with CIA operatives to navigate a treacherous web of betrayal against an enemy who knows their every move, facing a past they thought was long put to rest.
Jack Ryan: Ghost War Cast & Crew
John KrasinskiActor
Sienna MillerActor
Wendell PierceActor
Michael KellyActor
Andrew BernsteinDirector
Jack Ryan: Ghost War Trailer
May 22, 2026
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Madhuvidhu
Romantic , Comedy
Sonyliv
Language:Malayalam,Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi
Running Time:2h 5m
IMDB Rating:7.1/10
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A newlywed couple's dreams of happiness fade as everyday pressures mount. What began with promise turns into a test of endurance, with each day requiring more effort to bridge the growing gap between them.
Madhuvidhu Cast & Crew
SharafudheenActor
Malavika NairActor
jagadishActor
SaikumarActor
Vishnu AravindDirector
Madhuvidhu Trailer
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May 20, 2026
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Sathi Leelavathi
Drama,Romantic
SunNxt
Language:Telugu,Tamil
Running Time:2 hr 11m
IMDB Rating:7.6/10
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Sathi Leelavathi is an upcoming Telugu rom-com featuring Lavanya Tripathi and Dev Mohan in the lead roles. Directed by Tatineni Satya, the film promises a delightful blend of love, laughter, and heartwarming moments.
Sathi Leelavathi Cast and Crew
Lavanya TripathiActor
Dev MohanActor
Madonna SebastianActor
NareshActor
Tatineni SatyaDirector
Sathi Leelavathi Trailer
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may22, 2026
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System
Courtroom Drama
AmazonPrime
Language:Hindi
Running Time:NA
IMDB Rating:NA
Direct OTT Release
Privileged prosecutor Neha Rajvansh and humble stenographer Sarika Rawat's lives collide in a system where power shapes truth, forcing them to question the meaning of justice.
System Cast and Crew
Sonakshi SinhaActor
JyotikaActor
Ashutosh GowarikerActor
Nishant SinghActor
Ashwiny Iyer TiwariDirector
System Trailer
May 20, 2026
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Desi Bling
Reality Show
Netflix
Series:Desi Bling
Language:Hindi, English
No Of Episodes:8
Desi Bling is a reality series that follows an ultra-wealthy circle of Indian expats and celebrities, including Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash, navigating the high-octane social scene of Dubai. The show showcases a lifestyle of extreme luxury—penthouses, supercars, and designer fashion—while focusing on the personal drama, shifting alliances, and social rivalries within the group. It blends the glitz of the elite UAE lifestyle with the cultural nuances and high-stakes ambitions of its prominent Indian cast members.
Desi Bling Cast and Crew
Karan KundrraActor
Tejasswi PrakashActor
Rizwan SajanActor
Marcel DufourDirector
Desi Bling Trailer
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May 22, 2026
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Satrangi: Badle Ka Khel
Crime, Action
ZEE5
Series:Satrangi: Badle Ka Khel
Language:Hindi
No Of Episodes:1
Satrangi: Badle Ka Khel is a gritty revenge thriller set in rural Uttar Pradesh that follows Bablu, a young man forced to adopt his murdered father’s profession as a Launda dancer. While navigating the social stigma of his cross-dressing identity, he secretly infiltrates the inner circle of the powerful Singh family to avenge his father’s death. The series blends a tense psychological game with a raw exploration of caste dynamics, toxic masculinity, and the fight for justice in a lawless landscape.
Satrangi: Badle Ka Khel Cast and Crew
Anshumaan PushkarActor
RJ MahvashActor
Kumud MishraActor
Upen ChauhanActor
Jai Basantu SinghDirector
Satrangi: Badle Ka Khel Trailer
May 22, 2026
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Warrant : From the world of Vilangu
Investigative Thriller
ZEE5
Series:Warrant : From the world of Vilangu
Language:Tamil
No Of Episodes:7
Warrant is a gritty crime thriller spin-off from the Vilangu universe, focusing on the dramatic evolution of Koattai Karuppasamy. Originally a timid and mocked constable known for his empathy, Karuppasamy reaches a breaking point after years of systemic humiliation and violence. He transforms into a ruthless enforcer of justice, blurring the lines between a lawman and a vigilante. The series explores themes of identity and power as his former colleagues and the public grapple with whether he is a protector of the law or its most dangerous threat.
Warrant : From the world of Vilangu Cast and Crew
Prasanth PandiyarajActor
Balaji SakthivelActor
Kaali VenkatActor
AruldossActor
Vignesh NatarajanDirector
Warrant : From the world of Vilangu Trailer
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May 21, 2026
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The Boroughs
Supernatural Fiction
Netflix
Series:The Boroughs
Language:English
No Of Episodes:8
The Boroughs is a supernatural mystery from executive producers the Duffer Brothers (Stranger Things) set in a seemingly peaceful New Mexico retirement community. The story follows a ragtag group of elderly residents who witness a terrifying, otherworldly threat that the authorities refuse to acknowledge. Forced to take matters into their own hands, these unlikely heroes must band together to uncover a dark conspiracy and stop a monster that is literally stealing time from the living.
The Boroughs Cast and Crew
Alfred MolinaActor
Raghav DarrActor
Ben TaylorDirector
Augustine FrizzellDirector
Kyle Patrick AlvarezDirector
The Boroughs Trailer
Upcoming OTT releases this week May 18 to May 22
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The Midway Point
English
May 19
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
Mile End Kicks
English
May 19
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
Monkey’s Magic Merry Go Round
English
May 19
ScreamBox
Normal
English
May 19
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
Palestine ’36
English
May 19
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
The Stranger
English
May 19
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
English
May 19
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
Wasteman
English
May 19
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
Satan The Dark
Tamil
May 20
Prime Video, Aha Tamil & Tentkotta
Carizzma: Season
Spanish, English
May 20
Netflix
One Three Hill (Series)
English
May 21
Netflix
James: Season 1 (Series)
Spanish, English
May 21
Netflix
Memu Copulam (Series)
Telugu
May 22
Zee5
System
Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam
May 22
Amazon Prime Video
Bhishmar
Malayalam
May 22
Prime Video & Sun NXT
Sesha 2016
Kannada, Malayalam
May 22
Sun NXT
Sky + Med: Season 4
English
May 22
JioHotstar
Arco
English
May 22
Hulu
The Bride
English
May 22
HBO Max
Bushido
Japanese
May 22
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
Giant
English
May 22
Amazon Prime Video (Rent)
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair
English
May 22
Peacock
Ladies First
English, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi
May 22
Netflix
Panda Plan: The Magical Tribe
English, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi
May 22
LionsGatePlay
This Is Not a Test
English
May 22
Netflix
Mating Season: Season 1
English, Hindi
May 22
Netflix
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Frequently Asked Questions: OTT Releases (May 18 – May 22, 2026)
What are the biggest movies and shows releasing on OTT this week?
The week of May 19 to May 22 is one of the busiest of the year for digital premieres. The most anticipated titles include the high-octane action film Jack Ryan: Ghost War on Amazon Prime Video, the luxury reality series Desi Bling on Netflix, and the supernatural mystery The Boroughs on Netflix. Indian audiences are also eagerly waiting for the legal drama System starring Sonakshi Sinha and Jyotika on Prime Video, and the gritty crime series Warrant on Zee5.
When and where can I watch Jack Ryan: Ghost War?
Jack Ryan: Ghost War is scheduled to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 20, 2026. Starring John Krasinski in his final outing as the iconic operative, the movie will be available to stream in multiple languages including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.
What is the premise of the new reality series Desi Bling?
Releasing on Netflix on May 20, Desi Bling is a spin-off of the global hit Dubai Bling. The series follows a circle of ultra-wealthy Indian expats in Dubai, featuring popular Indian television stars like Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash as they navigate the high-stakes world of luxury, fashion, and social rivalries.
Is there a connection between the new series Warrant and the 2022 hit Vilangu?
Yes, Warrant is a rural crime drama set in the same gritty universe as the 2022 cult-favorite series Vilangu. Premiering on Zee5 on May 22, the series features Vilangu director Prasanth Pandiyaraj in his acting debut as a second-grade constable. It is one of the most searched Tamil series of the month.
What is the plot of the legal drama System starring Sonakshi Sinha?
System is an intense legal thriller releasing on Amazon Prime Video on May 22. Directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, the story follows a high-stakes courtroom battle where a public prosecutor (Sonakshi Sinha) and a courtroom stenographer (Jyotika) uncover a web of corruption within the judicial system.
Which major Malayalam movie is arriving on OTT this week?
The Malayalam comedy-drama Madhuvidhu, which was a success during its theatrical run, makes its digital debut on SonyLIV on May 22. Starring Sharaf U Dheen in a popular dual role, the film will be available in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi.
Are there any notable supernatural or mystery shows?
A major highlight for fans of mystery is The Boroughs, executive produced by the Duffer Brothers. Arriving on Netflix on May 21, the series follows a group of unlikely heroes in a retirement community who must band together to stop an otherworldly threat from stealing their time.
What new Hollywood movies are available for rent this week?
Starting May 19, Amazon Prime Video is offering several high-profile Hollywood titles for rent. These include Lee Cronin’s horror-reboot The Mummy, the sci-fi thriller The Midway Point, and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Additionally, the highly anticipated drama Mother Mary starring Anne Hathaway is also available for digital rental.
Which South Indian sequels or spin-offs should I look out for?
Apart from Warrant, fans can look forward to the Telugu series Memu Copulam on Zee5 and the Malayalam action-drama Bhishmar on Prime Video & SunNXT, both releasing on May 22. Kannada audiences can also stream Sesha 2016 on SunNXT on the same day.
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