AceShowbiz - The month of April 2026 promises an exciting lineup of new releases on Netflix, featuring a mix of TV series and films across various genres. Among the most anticipated titles are the third season of the popular series XO, Kitty, the second season of the acclaimed anthology Beef, a survival thriller from director Tommy Wirkola, and a fresh adaptation of the novel series Man on Fire starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II.

Fans of coming-of-age stories will be thrilled as XO, Kitty returns on April 2 with its third season. Anna Cathcart reprises her role as Kitty Song Covey, now entering her senior year at KISS, a prestigious high school in Seoul, South Korea. This season features eight episodes and marks a change in leadership behind the scenes, with Valentina Garza stepping in as showrunner. Along with Minyeong Choi, Gia Kim, and Sang Heon Lee, Kitty faces mounting secrets, scandals, and the typical insecurities that accompany the senior year experience.

On April 10, Netflix will debut Thrash, a survival thriller directed and written by Tommy Wirkola, known for Silent Night. Originally planned for a theatrical release, the film transitioned to Netflix and stars Phoebe Dynevor, Whitney Peak, and Djimon Hounsou. Set in a coastal town devastated by a Category 5 hurricane, the story centers on a terrifying surge of hungry sharks unleashed by the storm. The premise blends natural disaster and creature feature elements, appealing to genre enthusiasts looking for suspense and thrills.

The critically acclaimed anthology series Beef returns for its second season on April 16. Created by Lee Sung Jin and produced by A24, Beef introduces a new cast including Carey Mulligan, Oscar Isaac, Charles Melton, and Cailee Spaeny. This season's plot revolves around a blackmail conflict sparked by two young employees who witness a disturbing fight between their boss and his wife at an exclusive country club. The show continues to explore themes of rage and human complexity with a fresh narrative and talented ensemble.

Comedy fans will find a new series to enjoy on April 20 with the arrival of Funny AF with Kevin Hart. This stand-up competition series stars Kevin Hart and features a panel of rotating guest judges such as Keegan-Michael Key, Tom Segura, and Nikki Glaser. The show aims to discover emerging comedic talent in a format reminiscent of Kill Tony but with a less abrasive tone. The series will feature unfiltered content and culminate in live episodes where the winner receives a Netflix comedy special.

Basketball drama enthusiasts can look forward to the second season of Running Point, beginning April 23. Kate Hudson returns as Isla Gordon, the president of the Los Angeles Waves. With executive producers Mindy Kaling and Ike Barinholtz involved, the season adds Uche Agada and Justin Theroux as series regulars. As the championship approaches, Isla faces challenges both on and off the court, including managing team turmoil and navigating a complex love triangle.

Also premiering on April 23 is Stranger Things: Tales From '85, an animated spinoff set during the winter of 1985 in Hawkins. Directed by Phil Allora and showrun by Eric Robles, the series bridges events between the second and third seasons of the original Stranger Things. Featuring a voice cast including Odessa A'zion, the show explores new mysteries within the beloved supernatural universe, catering especially to dedicated fans of the franchise.

The genre offerings continue on April 24 with the release of Apex, a survival thriller starring Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton, and Eric Bana. Filmed on location in the Australian wilderness, the film follows Theron’s character, a grieving woman whose solo adventure turns deadly when she becomes the target of a cunning killer played by Egerton. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur, known for Beast and Everest, and written by Jeremy Robbins, Apex promises intense suspense and action-packed sequences set against a rugged natural backdrop.

April closes with the highly anticipated series premiere of Man on Fire on April 30. This new adaptation of A.J. Quinnell’s novel series stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as John Creasy, a former mercenary suffering from PTSD who is drawn back into dangerous action in his search for redemption. Scoot McNairy co-stars as Creasy’s CIA contact. The series is written and showrun by Kyle Killen and offers a fresh take on the story previously immortalized by the 2004 Denzel Washington film.

In addition to these premieres, Netflix is adding a wide range of popular films throughout April, including The Age of Adaline, Along Came Polly, American Gangster, Atonement, Bohemian Rhapsody, Everest, Hotel Transylvania 2, Kindergarten Cop, Lucy, Madagascar and its sequels, multiple Mission: Impossible titles, Money Talks, and Penguins of Madagascar: The Movie.

With a diverse slate of programming, ranging from intense thrillers and gripping dramas to comedy competitions and animated spinoffs, April 2026 stands out as a vibrant month for Netflix subscribers seeking fresh entertainment options across multiple genres and styles.