OTT Releases This Week (April 29-May 5, 2026): 5 New Movies And Shows To Watch On JioHotstar, Prime Video, And More

OTT Releases This Week: Looking for something new but not sure where to start? These new OTT releases bring a mix of crime, mystery, and light-hearted storytelling. Whether you want something intense or easy-going, there’s a new movie or series to add to your watchlist. Here are the top OTT releases this week from April 29 to May 5, 2026, so you can decide what to watch this week:

OTT Releases This Week (April 29-May 5, 2026)

1. Should I Marry A Murderer? OTT Release

‘Should I Marry A Murderer’ OTT Release Date: April 29, 2026

‘Should I Marry A Murderer’ where to watch: Netflix 

If you enjoy true crime documentaries, this one is worth your attention. ‘Should I Marry A Murderer?’ follows a woman who begins to suspect that her partner may be hiding a dangerous past. What starts as a normal relationship slowly turns into something far more unsettling. According to IMDb's synopsis, the miniseries documentary is about, “A fiancée becomes a key witness after staying engaged to a man accused of murder to gather evidence against him in this documentary series.”

The series builds tension through real-life-style storytelling, making it feel personal and intense.

2. The House of the Spirits OTT Release

‘The House of the Spirits’ OTT Release Date: April 29, 2026

‘The House of the Spirits’ where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

'The House of the Spirits' stars Alfonso Herrera, Nicole Wallace, Dolores Fonzi, Fernanda Urrejola, and Sara Becker in the main roles. ‘The House of the Spirits’ tells the story of generations living through shifting times, blending personal struggles with a wider historical backdrop. “The House of the Spirits follows the lives of revolutionary and resilient women - Clara, the grandmother, Blanca, the daughter, and Alba, the granddaughter - over half a century in a remote, conservative South American country shaped by disaster, class conflict, and magic”, states Prime Video's synopsis. 

It’s the kind of show you watch when you’re in the mood for something meaningful rather than fast-paced storytelling.

3. Widow’s Bay OTT Release

‘Widow’s Bay’ OTT Release Date: April 29, 2026

‘Widow’s Bay’ where to watch: Apple TV

Directed by Hiro Murai and starring Matthew Rhys in the lead role, ‘Widow’s Bay’ is an interesting watch for mystery fans. It is. IMDb states that this horror series is about “A sceptical mayor leads the superstitious residents of a cursed New England island.” As the plot unfolds, secrets about the town begin to surface. It is a good pick for a late-night binge if you like horror shows. 

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4. Batchmates OTT Release

‘Batchmates’ OTT Release Date: April 30, 2026

‘Batchmates’ where to watch: JioHotstar

If you are looking for something lighter you can watch ‘Batchmates’. This Telugu series stars Bindu Madhavi, Sai Sriraam Vemparaala, Sindhu Reddy, Geeravani Reddy, and Anthony Karthik in the main roles. According to JioHotstar, “When four wide-eyed first-year students enter the world of engineering, they undergo a rude shock as they face the harsh realities of college life.” It’s easy to watch and perfect if you want something simple and comforting.

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5. Glory OTT Release

‘Glory’ OTT Release Date: May 1, 2026

‘Glory’ where to watch: Netflix

‘Glory’ is a sports series with an emotional theme and features a star-studded cast led by Divyenndu, Pulkit Samrat, and Suvinder Vicky in the main roles. It centres around ambition, discipline, and personal struggles, set in the world of competitive boxing. Netflix synopsis states, “In a small-town boxing hub, two brothers investigate a shocking murder while navigating a troubled reunion with their father, a renowned coach.”. It's an engaging and inspiring series to watch this week.

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