New Shows and Movies on Hulu in April 2026: Full Schedule and 4 Staff Recs

What’s new on Hulu this month

April 2026 is a big month for Hulu. The streaming platform is adding a wide variety of content—from Hulu Originals and Fox network premieres to a massive wave of classic films and fan-favorite franchises.

Whether you’re in the mood for a Shrek marathon, the complete Hunger Games saga, or a brand-new Hulu Original, this month has something for you.

Below is the full list of every title arriving on Hulu in April 2026, pulled directly from the official Hulu Press schedule. But before we go any further, here are a handful of staff recommendations to get you started.

CableTV.com staff picks for Hulu April 2026

“Good Boy” (2025)

Don’t we all think our dogs (or cats) are movie stars? Ben Leonberg cast his own dog, Indy, as the star in this inventive horror film, which uses 100+ year-old editing techniques to convey the dog’s emotions. It’s surprisingly cool to experience supernatural horror through a dog’s eyes, not to mention effective and refreshing. “Good Boy” is a whole new spin on horror, and I hope to see a sequel someday. —Randy Harward, Entertainment Editor

“Napoleon Dynamite” (2004)

Napoleon and Pedro are back on Hulu, and I’m excited to see how the cult classic holds up (been ’bout 10 years since my last watch). If you’ve never basked in the crestfallen football glory of Uncle Rico or craved pocket tots, you gotta see this quirky comedy—especially if you call the Intermountain West home. —Mike Strayer, Managing Editor

“Paradise” (2025–present)

This isn’t an April release, but the second season wraps today (March 30). I’m losing sleep bingeing this smart sci-fi thriller, which is rife with personal, political, and post-apocalyptic drama and current-events-flavored existential dread. I highly recommend checking out “Paradise,” the tale of a Secret Service agent (Sterling K. Brown) who finds the President dead one morning. And that’s just the crest of the suspense tsunami. —Randy Harward, Entertainment Editor

“Sirāt” (2025)

Although it didn’t win the Oscar for Best International Feature, “Sirāt” is well worth your time. Pedro Álmodovar produced the film, and it’s truly an international affair, filmed in Morocco with primarily French and Spanish actors and crew. I’m not a raver or burner, but this thriller will have you “unce unce-ing” from beginning to end. —Mike Strayer, Managing Editor

Full April 2026 Hulu schedule

Data effective as of post date. Dates and titles subject to change.

April 2026 Hulu FAQ

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