May 2024 Watchlist – From Star Wars to Wrexham

As May 2024 brings warmer weather and longer days, it’s the perfect time to update your entertainment lineup. Whether you’re a fan of action-packed adventures, touching dramas, or comedies that leave you laughing out loud, our May watch list has something for every taste. Get ready to be enthralled by the latest premieres and season finales on your favorite streaming platforms.

Turtles All the Way Down – Debuts May 2 on Max

This adaptation of John Green’s bestseller explores the challenges and triumphs of mental health through its compelling narrative and complex characters. A profound drama that’s both enlightening and deeply moving.

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Welcome to Wrexham: Season 3 – Starts May 3 on Hulu

Return to the charming town of Wrexham as the series continues to follow the inspiring journey of its beloved football club. This heartfelt series blends sports, community, and drama in a storytelling experience that’s both unique and engaging.

Star Wars: Tales of the Empire – Premiering May 4 on Disney Plus

Immerse yourself in the galaxy far, far away with this new addition to the Star Wars universe. “Tales of the Empire” promises to bring new stories and thrilling adventures that are sure to captivate both new and longtime fans.

Blood of Zeus: Season 2 – Arriving May 10 on Netflix

Dive back into the mythological world of ancient Greece with the second season of “Blood of Zeus.” Expect more epic battles, intricate plots, and breathtaking animation that will keep mythology buffs and fantasy fans glued to their screens.

FINALE | X-Men ’97 – Episode 10: “Tolerance is Extinction Pt. 3” – Releasing May 15 on Disney Plus

Don’t miss the season finale of “X-Men ’97.” This episode concludes a gripping saga of heroism and perseverance in the face of adversity, making it a must-watch for Marvel enthusiasts.

May 2024 is packed with exciting new content across various streaming platforms. From the action-packed realms of Disney+ to the dramatic depths of HBO and Max, and the comedic and heartfelt narratives on Hulu and Netflix, there’s ample opportunity to be captivated by the magic of storytelling. Refresh your watch list and enjoy the best that entertainment has to offer this month!

IT: Welcome to Derry Finale, Supergirl Teaser, Avatar Season 2, and Game Awards Highlights – Geek Freaks

Episode Summary This episode is a geek news and trailer roundup with a full IT: Welcome to Derry Season 1 finale discussion, plus reactions to the Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow teaser and the Netflix live action Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 trailer. We also hit the biggest Game Awards 2025 winners and reveals, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, a new Divinity announcement, and first impressions of the Street Fighter movie trailer. Spoiler note: Full spoilers for IT: Welcome to Derry Season 1 kick in during the dedicated segment later in the episode. Timestamps and Topics 0:00:00 Intro, holiday check-in, and California fog weather 00:01:22 Question of the Week: Which classic horror movie should become a modern series? 00:05:31 Streaming consolidation talk and why big mergers worry creators and viewers 00:12:08 Far Cry series discussion and what makes the games work as TV 00:17:05 The Game Awards 2025 recap: winners and biggest reveals 00:25:48 Trailer reactions: Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow teaser and Lobo glimpse 00:32:52 Trailer reactions: Netflix Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2, Toph, Azula, bending rules 00:39:25 IT: Welcome to Derry Season 1 spoiler discussion and finale thoughts 00:49:28 What's next: Season 2 (1935) and Season 3 (1908) setting breakdown 00:53:03 Ratings and recommendations, plus network updates and wrap-up Key Takeaways The show dives into how streaming consolidation could impact jobs, creativity, and what viewers pay. Far Cry feels like a perfect TV sandbox if it nails the villain and the escalating rebellion vibe. The Game Awards conversation focuses on what looks exciting now versus what might be years away. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow looks like it's keeping the comic's tone and trauma-driven edge front and center. Netflix Avatar Season 2 has the ingredients, but the details matter, especially Toph's presentation and Azula's intensity. IT: Welcome to Derry sticks the landing for the crew, and the back-in-time structure could keep future seasons fresh. Memorable Quotes "Merging in the end makes a small amount of people rich." "That is such a devious strategy. You almost got to respect it." "How does this story about Pennywise make me feel feelings?" "I need to see bloodbending." Call to Action If you enjoyed the episode, follow Geek Freaks on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, leave a five star review, and share the show using #GeekFreaksPodcast. Also keep an eye on our socials for Geekies voting and nominees this week. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast.com is the source of all news discussed during our podcast. Follow Us Instagram: @geekfreakspodcast Threads: @geekfreakspodcast Twitter: @geekfreakspod Facebook: Geek Freaks Podcast Patreon: Geek Freaks Podcast Listener Questions Send us what you want covered next, including: Which Game Awards reveal are you most excited to actually play? What moment from IT: Welcome to Derry Season 1 hit you the hardest? What Avatar Season 2 moment do you think Netflix cannot afford to cut? Apple Podcast Tags IT: Welcome to Derry, IT Welcome to Derry finale, Pennywise, Stephen King, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, DCU, Lobo, Jason Momoa, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Netflix Avatar live action, Toph, Azula, The Game Awards 2025, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, Knights of the Old Republic, Divinity, Larian Studios, Street Fighter movie, Far Cry series, Noah Hawley, Rob McElhenney, streaming wars, geek news, TV trailers, video game news