April has finally arrived, dragging in unpredictable weather, spring allergies, and—thankfully—a solid batch of TV shows to distract us from both. Whether you’re craving a brand-new series or counting the days until a favorite returns, this month’s lineup has a little something for everyone. Below, we’ve broken it all down: premieres worth popping popcorn for, and comebacks so satisfying they might just make you cancel your plans.
So kick back, grab the remote (or pretend you’re just “resting your eyes” while it auto-plays), and let’s dive in.
✨ Fresh Premieres to Bookmark
The Bondsman (Prime Video) – April 3
Kevin Bacon is back and he’s not just hunting fugitives – he’s bagging demons. In this gritty supernatural debut, Bacon plays Hub Halloran, a dead bounty hunter brought back to life by the Devil to wrangle escaped souls. Yes, it’s as bonkers as it sounds, and yes, we’re absolutely here for it. Produced by horror legend Jason Blum, The Bondsman tosses in a wicked blend of eerie and cool with a side of undead swagger.
Pulse (Netflix) – April 3
Hospitals are stressful enough. Now add a hurricane, a missing chief, and a scandalous romance to the mix. Set in a Miami hospital under lockdown during a catastrophic storm, Pulse follows third-year resident Danny Simms (Willa Fitzgerald) as she’s suddenly thrust into leadership. With Justina Machado and Néstor Carbonell also starring, the stakes (and heart rates) stay high from minute one. Bonus: It’s co-created by Carlton Cuse of Lost fame.
Karma (Netflix) – April 4
Twist-lovers, rejoice. This Korean thriller kicks off with a fatal hit-and-run and unravels from there. Six people become tangled in a moral web after one irreversible night. Park Hae-soo (Squid Game) leads the cast, so expect bold performances and bigger questions. Every episode tightens the grip, proving that karma isn’t just a concept—it’s coming for you.
Devil May Cry (Netflix) – April 3
Dante’s slicing his way onto screens in this adrenaline-pumped anime adaptation of the iconic Capcom game. Produced by Adi Shankar (Castlevania), the series follows the demon hunter as he stylishly obliterates hellspawn with sharp wit and sharper blades. Voiced by Johnny Yong Bosch and the late Kevin Conroy, it blends action, attitude, and gothic vibes in true DMC fashion.
#1 Happy Family USA (Prime Video) – April 17
Forget apple pie. This animated satire tackles what it means to be an all-American Muslim family in post-9/11 suburbia. Created by comedian Ramy Youssef and Pam Brady (South Park, Team America), this show is as clever as it is chaotic. Featuring the voices of Alia Shawkat, Mandy Moore, and Chris Redd, it’s equal parts awkward, poignant, and laugh-out-loud hilarious.
Étoile (Prime Video) – April 24
From the minds behind The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel comes Étoile, a glossy dance drama pirouetting between Paris and New York. Two ballet companies try to survive by swapping their star dancers—and the clash of cultures begins. With Luke Kirby, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and real-life ballerinas in the mix, it’s sharp, stylish, and thoroughly theatrical.
Sherlock & Daughter (The CW) – April 16
David Thewlis dons the deerstalker to play a world-weary Sherlock Holmes facing a case that gets personal. His daughter—yes, surprise! he has one—shows up after her mother’s murder, dragging him out of retirement. Blu Hunt co-stars in this gritty reinvention of a classic, filled with father-daughter tension and dark London alleys.
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The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu) – Final Season, April 8
June’s fight against Gilead is reaching its boiling point. In its sixth and final season, The Handmaid’s Tale pulls out all the stops. Expect a collision course between long-buried secrets and long-awaited justice. Elisabeth Moss leads the resistance in one last act of rebellion.
The Last of Us (HBO) – Season 2, April 13
Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey return as Joel and Ellie, diving into the emotional wreckage left by season one. The highly anticipated second season introduces Abby (played by Kaitlyn Dever), setting up confrontations that fans of the game know will be unforgettable. It’s brutal, beautiful, and bound to ruin you—in the best way.
Black Mirror (Netflix) – Season 7, April 10
Technology is back to haunt us in six all-new stand-alone episodes. Season 7 features stars like Issa Rae, Awkwafina, and Paul Giamatti confronting twisted, terrifying futures. It’s the same satirical gut punch, now with fresh Black Mirror polish. You’ll laugh. You’ll gasp. You’ll definitely unplug your smart speaker.
You (Netflix) – Final Season, April 24
Joe Goldberg’s story is coming to a close, and let’s be honest—it’s about time. Penn Badgley returns for one last chapter of obsessive love, shaky morality, and blood-soaked charm. It’s the bookend fans have been dying for.
Hacks (Max) – Season 4, April 10
Jean Smart is back as comedy icon Deborah Vance. This time, she’s chasing late-night glory with her sharp-tongued protege Ava. Their fiery mentorship hits new highs (and some painful lows) in a season packed with punchlines and power moves. No one serves roast better than Deborah.
Andor (Disney+) – Final Season, April 22
The Rebellion needs heroes, and Cassian Andor is stepping up. Diego Luna returns for one final mission in this grounded Star Wars prequel. It’s a slow-burn espionage tale loaded with stakes, sacrifice, and the grit that made Rogue One shine. Strap in, rebels.
Godfather of Harlem (MGM+) – Season 4, April 13
Bumpy Johnson’s war for Harlem escalates. With Malcolm X gone, the city is a powder keg, and the Black Panthers are rising. Forest Whitaker’s towering performance anchors this electric new season where crime, politics, and family collide with explosive intensity.
🚪 Remote Control Wrap-Up
So, what are you waiting for? April 2025 isn’t messing around. Whether you’re in the mood for animated chaos, dystopian drama, or demon-slaying bounty hunters, there’s a story with your name on it. Consider your evenings officially booked.
Now all that’s left to do is decide which show to start with. Or don’t decide. Let autoplay pick and surrender to the binge.
