ScreenRant’s 2026 Fall TV Preview: An Exclusive Look At Over 40 Upcoming Shows

September is just around the corner, which means 2026's fall TV season is almost here. In fact, there's an overwhelming number of TV series premiering throughout the rest of 2026, and ScreenRant is here with exclusive looks at more than 40 of those new and returning titles.

Like the summer season, the fall months will have plenty of new streaming options, especially on platforms like Netflix, Prime, and Paramount+. However, fall also means the return of network TV, with plenty of premieres on channels like ABC, CBS, and NBC beginning in September and October.

As for the TV series featured in this 2026 Fall TV Preview, you'll find Stephen King adaptations, adult animated series, spinoffs of hit shows, dramas based on true stories, revivals, wild comedies, and a prequel to one of the biggest horror franchises of all time. If you're interested in big names, the preview includes exclusives featuring Florence Pugh, Glen Powell, Alan Cumming, Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Ethan Hawke, Paul Bettany, and Linda Cardellini.

The Gentlemen Season 2

All 8 Episodes Release September 3, 2026 On Netflix

Guy Ritchie is having a stellar year, and that will continue thanks to the return of The Gentlemen, Netflix's action comedy that serves as a spinoff of Ritchie's movie of the same name. Season 2, which debuts on September 3rd, is set a year after the events of The Gentlemen season 1's ending, following Eddie (Theo James) joining forces with Susie (Kaya Scodelario) as they navigate criminal syndicates across Europe. Season 2's cast also includes Daniel Ings, Ray Winstone, Joely Richardson, Vinnie Jones, Jasmine Blackborow, and Giancarlo Esposito.

Chad Powers Season 2

All 6 Episodes Release September 3, 2026 On Hulu

Glen Powell is stepping back into the world of football with the arrival of Chad Powers season 2 on September 3rd. The new season will see Powell's Russ Holliday try to lead the South Georgia Catfish to the College Football Playoff as Coach Hudson (Steve Zahn) becomes increasingly concerned with his quarterback's behavior. Granted, his Chad Powers disguise is getting harder and harder to keep a secret, forcing Russ to turn to Ricky (Perry Mattfeld) for help.

A Tale Of Two Cities

Premieres September 6, 2026 On MGM+

MGM+ is gearing up to release A Tale of Two Cities, a new adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens novel of the same name. The British historical drama set in London during the late 1700s centers on two men, Sydney Carton (Kit Harington) and Charles Darnay (François Civil), as they become involved in a dangerous love triangle with Lucie Manette (Mirren Mack), a woman attempting to find her father, whom she presumed was dead. The new version of A Tale of Two Cities was developed by Daniel West, who previously worked with Harington on Gunpowder.

The Paper Season 2

All 10 Episodes Release September 9, 2026 On Peacock

The Office's Midwestern spinoff is back for more, with The Paper season 2 arriving in early September. After succeeding at the Ohio Journalism Awards, editor-in-chief Ned Sampson (Domhnall Gleeson) will be tasked with evolving the Toledo Truth Teller ​​​​​​and turning his staff into bona fide journalists. The new season will also dive into the potential romance between Ned and Mare (Chelsea Frei), who have been compared to the spinoff's version of Jim and Pam.

High Value Target: The Hunt For Saddam

Premieres September 13, 2026 On TNT

Joel Kinnaman will star in his third TV show this year with the arrival of High Value Target: The Hunt for Saddam in September. The TNT political thriller is based on the memoir by John Nixon, the CIA analyst who was the first American to interrogate Saddam Hussein in 2003. Kinnaman is portraying the polarizing figure who came face-to-face with Hussein in search of answers and key intel as Nixon and the rest of the nation go on to understand the consequences as a result of the US invasion of Iraq.

The first two episodes of High Value Target: The Hunt for Saddam will debut Sunday, September 13 at 9pm ET/PT, followed by episode three on Monday, September 14 at 9pm ET/PT on TNT. New episodes will premiere on subsequent Sunday and Monday evenings at 9pm ET/PT, culminating with the finale on Sunday, October 4 on TNT.

R.J. Decker Season 2

Premieres September 15, 2026 On ABC (Available Next Day On Hulu)

After making its debut on ABC in March, R.J. Decker is back for its sophomore season as part of ABC's fall TV schedule. The series starring Scott Speedman as the titular character was inspired by the Carl Hiaasen book Double Whammy, and it focuses on a former journalist-turned-private investigator following an 18-month prison stint. R.J. Decker season 2 will notably feature a guest appearance by Sasheer Zamata. Here's what ABC exclusively revealed about Zamata's character:

"Special Agent Melinda Winwood: FBI agent Melinda Winwood has a history with Detective Mel Abreau [Bevin Bru, also pictured above], which initially leaves her a bit buttoned-up and all business. Eventually, the two find common ground and do what they're best at: solving a complex crime."

Agatha Christie's Tommy & Tuppence

Premieres September 15, 2026 On BritBox

Tommy and Tuppence have been around since 1922, first appearing in Agatha Christie's novel titled The Secret Adversary. Over a century later, they are getting a contemporary adaptation in Agatha Christie's Tommy & Tuppence, a six-episode series set to release on BritBox beginning September 15th. Josh Dylan and Antonia Thomas will portray the titular detectives, who also happen to be a romantic couple. Actress Imelda Staunton will notably star in the series as Aunt Ada, a key character from Christie's Tommy and Tuppence stories who also serves as a mentor for Tommy.

The Creep Tapes Season 3

Premieres September 15, 2026 On Shudder & AMC+

Mark Duplass' found footage horror series, The Creep Tapes, is returning for season 3, which will consist of six brand-new episodes. Duplass, who co-created the Creep franchise, portrays the serial killer at the center of the series who records his victims on videotapes before killing them. Notable names that will make an appearance in The Creep Tapes season 3 include Kate Siegel, Elliott Fullam, Ora Duplass, Chris Gethard, Nicholas Hamilton, and Rekha Shankar.

Golden Axe

All 10 Episodes Release September 16, 2026 On Paramount+

Based on the SEGA arcade classic, Golden Axe is gearing up to be a fun new addition to the growing list of video game adaptations. The animated series follows fierce warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead reuniting to take down the villainous Death Adder in order to save the realm of Yuria. On their mission, the trio is forced to work with an inexperienced adventurer named Hampton Squib. Golden Axe features a noteworthy voice cast that includes Matthew Rhys, Lisa Gilroy, Liam McIntyre, Danny Pudi, and Carl Tart.

Route 187

All 4 Episodes Releasing September 16, 2026 On Paramount+

In addition to Golden Axe, Paramount+ will also be welcoming the release of Route 187 on September 16th. The four-part miniseries, which is executive produced by Tyler Perry, centers on the city of South Winslow after a deadly attack on a city bus catches the eye of a journalist named Mason James (Christopher Livingston). The investigation into the city's issue with crime then uncovers a larger conspiracy involving a serial killer and a forgotten community.

Neagley

All 8 Episodes Release September 16, 2026 On Prime Video

The Reacher franchise is officially expanding this fall with the debut of Neagley, a spinoff focused on Maria Sten's Frances Neagley. The series, which will span eight episodes total, will follow Neagley investigating the death of an old friend. While Alan Ritchson will make an appearance as Jack Reacher, the new show is set to star Greyston Holt, Jasper Jones, Adeline Rudolph, Matthew Del Negro, and Damon Herriman in key roles.

The Traitors: New Blood

The First 2 Episodes Premiere September 17, 2026 On NBC (Available Next Day On Peacock)

The Traitors is back for another competition, but this time around, the contestants will consist of civilians. Up to $250,000 is on the line for The Traitors: New Blood, which will force contestants to work through thrilling missions with a group of "Traitors" secretly in their midst. Of course, it wouldn't be The Traitors without Alan Cumming serving as the host. Here's a list of the contestants who will be featured in The Traitors: New Blood:

• Abbey Benjamin - Mangham, LA
• Abby Lee - Saint Paul, MN
• Arisa Thomas - Los Angeles, CA
• Ben McDonnell - Granbury, TX
• Clyde Moser - Charleston, SC
• Jay Vinnedge - Oklahoma City, OK
• Joe Vanella - Wantagh, NY
• Katie Fites - Jacksonville, FL
• Kim Daily - Houston, TX
• Kriste Lewis - Hattiesburg, MS
• Logan Smith - Gatlinburg, TN
• Madeline Kostopulos - San Diego, CA
• Mark Zgoda - Phillipsburg, NJ
• Michael Foote - New York, NY
• Morgan Cook - Midland, MI
• Niyyah Hayes - Indianapolis, IN
• Shane Beatty - Staten Island, NY
• Sherry Kuehl - Leawood, KS
• Tomica Adams - Boston, MA
• Victor Vollbrechthausen - New York, NY
• Wyatt Gillespie - Ligonier, PA
• Xavier Scruggs - Wesley Chapel, FL

Stranger Things: Tales From '85 Season 2

All 10 Episodes Release September 17, 2026 On Netflix

The main Stranger Things show may have come to an end, but the franchise is still going strong on Netflix. After debuting the animated spinoff, Stranger Things: Tales from '85, in April, the series is already set to debut season 2 on September 17th. Following the defeat of the Upside Down monster in Tales from '85 season 1, the new chapter picks up around Valentine's Day in 1985. Nikki Baxter and the gang – Eleven, Mike, Dustin, Will, Lucas, and Max – are forced to investigate a new batch of mysterious creatures, and this time, they're of the paranormal variety.

Outlander: Blood Of My Blood Season 2

Premieres September 18, 2026 On Starz

Outlander: Blood of My Blood, the prequel to Outlander, is back for a season 2 beginning on September 18th on Starz. The prequel follows the parents of Jamie Fraser, Brian Fraser and Ellen MacKenzie, in 18th-century Scotland, with season 2 diving deeper into their forbidden love as they remain on different sides of rival clans as tensions rise. The new season will also see the return of Claire Beauchamp​​​'s eventual parents, Henry Beauchamp and Julia Moriston, with the former forced into encountering Jamie's grandfather, Lord Lovat.

American Hostage

Premieres September 20, 2026 On MGM+

After reprising his role in Your Friends & Neighbors season 2, Jon Hamm is set to lead another series in 2026 with the debut of American Hostage. Based on the thriller podcast of the same name, American Hostage will tackle the story of Fred Heckman, a newscaster who is forced to interview hostage-taker Tony Kiritsis (Giovanni Ribisi) on his Indianapolis news program. American Hostage is an anthology, and though a season 2 hasn't been greenlit just yet, the show's return would follow a different life-or-death scenario.

Brothers

Premieres September 23, 2026 On Apple TV

Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson are reuniting for the upcoming Apple TV comedy Brothers, where they will be playing fictionalized versions of themselves. When the Harrelson family heads to the McConaughey ranch in Texas for an extended stay, Woody and Matthew learn that they might be brothers. While Woody becomes obsessed with finding the truth, Matthew is distracted by his potential run for Governor of Texas. In addition to Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, the series was also co-created by David West Read and Lee Eisenberg.

A Different World

All 10 Episodes Release September 24, 2026 On Netflix

NBC's sitcom that first originated in the '80s is getting the revival treatment with the arrival of Netflix's A Different World. The comedy will also act as a sequel, bringing back key figures from the original, like Whitley Gilbert-Wayne (Jasmine Guy) and Dwayne Wayne (Kadeem Hardison). Like the original, A Different World will heavily involve Hillman College, especially with Whitley and Dwayne's daughter, Deborah (Maleah Joi Moon), entering her freshman year at the school. Viewers should be on the lookout for guest stars, including an appearance by NFL player Cam Jordan from the New Orleans Saints, who will be playing himself.

S.W.A.T. Exiles

Premieres September 25, 2026 On Starz

Just over a year after the CBS series came to an end, the S.W.A.T. franchise is back with the upcoming Starz spinoff, S.W.A.T. Exiles. Shemar Moore is returning as Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson Jr., the former S.W.A.T. team leader within the LAPD who comes out of retirement to oversee an experimental unit of young, unproven recruits. Ahead of its official debut, S.W.A.T. Exiles was already renewed for season 2. In addition to Moore, there will be guest appearances by S.W.A.T. vets, Jay Harrington and Patrick St. Esprit.

Scrubs Season 2

Premieres September 30, 2026 On ABC (Available Next Day On Hulu)

Technically the eleventh installment of the medical sitcom, season 2 of the Scrubs revival is gearing up to release with a two-episode premiere on September 30th. Zach Braff, Donald Faison, and Sarah Chalke will continue serving as the central characters, leading the next generation at Sacred Heart Hospital. However, Scrubs season 2 will feature the return of Scott Foley, reprising his role as Sean Kelly from the show's original run.

East Of Eden

All 7 Episodes Releasing October 1, 2026 On Netflix

Based on the John Steinbeck novel of the same name, East of Eden is an upcoming miniseries led by Florence Pugh. The epic drama tells the story of the Trask and Hamilton families across multiple generations, with antiheroine Cathy Ames (Pugh) acting as the foundation of the drama. East of Eden also stars Christopher Abbott, Mike Faist, Joseph Zada, Joe Anders, and Ciaran Hinds.

Netflix's East of Eden was created by Zoe Kazan, whose grandfather, Elia Kazan, directed the 1955 film adaptation of the novel that starred James Dean.

WAR

Premieres October 1, 2026 On HBO & HBO Max

To kick off October, HBO is debuting its newest legal drama, WAR, from the creator of Hijack and Lupin. Season 1 will focus on a brutal divorce between tech mogul Morgan Henderson (Dominic West) and movie star Carla Duval (Sienna Miller), as well as the fight from their respective London law firms, Cathcarts & Sons and Taylor & Byrne. WAR has already been renewed for season 2, which will follow a different high-profile defamation case, and is set to star Marisa Tomei in a lead role.

Kill Jackie

Premieres October 2, 2026 On AMC+

Though Catherine Zeta-Jones is busy filming the new season of Wednesday, where she plays Morticia Addams, the actress will next be seen in the revenge thriller titled Kill Jackie. Based on the book The Price You Pay by author Nick Harkaway, Kill Jackie follows a former drug smuggler, Jackie Price (Zeta-Jones), as she becomes the target of a group of hitmen known as The Seven Demons. Rather than run from her past, Jackie sets out to take down the hired killers in a series that also stars Daniel Ings, Darci Shaw, Ron Perlman, and Raff Law.

NCIS Season 24

Premieres October 6, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

NCIS, the flagship series within the NCIS franchise, officially returns on October 6th with its season 24 premiere. The new season will finally uncover who may have been shot after the tense encounter between Nick Torres (Wilmer Valderrama) and Mateo (Patrick Keleher) at the end of NCIS season 23. Though season 4 will deal with Leon Vance's (Rocky Carroll) exit, fans of the long-running series will be excited to see the return of Tony DiNozzo (Michael Weatherly), who is back for more than just a brief guest appearance.

NCIS: New York

Premieres October 6, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

Following the premiere of NCIS season 24, the franchise's newest spinoff, NCIS: New York, is set to debut on the same night. The seventh official NCIS spinoff, NCIS: New York, follows LL Cool J reprising his role as Sam Hanna from NCIS: Los Angeles. The former special agent returns home to New York and partners up with Scott Caan's Nick Schaeffer to lead a new NCIS team. Prior to the New York-based spinoff, LL Cool J's character guest-starred in NCIS: Hawaiʻi ​​​​​​following the cancellation of NCIS: Los Angeles.

NCIS: Origins Season 3

Premieres October 6, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

Last but not least is NCIS: Origins, which will hold the final primetime slot on Tuesdays for the CBS fall schedule. The prequel series that follows Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Austin Stowell) in the '90s is already set to kick off its third season. Aside from NCIS: Origins season 3 diving deeper into the relationship between Gibbs and Cecilia “Lala” Dominguez (Mariel Molino), the show's return will mark the return of a familiar face. Mark Harmon is set to return to the NCIS franchise, reprising his role as the older version of Gibbs for the prequel, which he also narrates.

Carrie

All 8 Episodes Release October 7, 2026, On Prime Video

One of the most anticipated releases from the fall 2026 slate is Carrie, a new iteration of the Stephen King novel from 1974. Created by horror master Mike Flanagan, Summer H. Powell steps into the role of the titular teen with dangerous telekinetic powers in Prime Video's miniseries. The upcoming Carrie series will be a reimagined take on the classic, mixing in some more modern elements into the traumatic tale. Other notable cast members include Samantha Sloyan, Matthew Lillard, Kate Siegel, Katee Sackhoff, and Rahul Kohli.

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage Season 3

Premieres October 8, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, the sequel to Young Sheldon, returns for its third season in early October. The upcoming installment will see a very divided Cooper family following the revelation that Mary (Zoe Perry) agreed to go on a date with Georgie's (Montana Jordan) rival, Fred (Matt Letscher). The conflict between Georgie and Mary will be a major aspect of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage season 3, and fans can expect Perry to stick around a while. Appearances from other Young Sheldon characters have also been teased.

Eternally Yours

Premieres October 8, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

From the creators of Ghosts, Joe Port and Joe Wiseman, comes Eternally Yours, a brand-new CBS comedy about a vampire family in present-day Seattle. The series primarily follows Liz (Allegra Edwards) and Charles (Ed Weeks), who have been together for 500 years but no longer feel a spark in their marriage. To make matters worse, their vampire daughter, Emma (Helen J. Shen), comes home to introduce her human boyfriend, Max (Jaren Lewison). The show will also feature a wacky vampire coven, which includes Jesse (Parker Young) and his human wife, Phyllis (Rose Abdoo), who can be seen in the image above.

Elsbeth Season 4

Premieres October 8, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

Elsbeth is back for season 4 on CBS, but this time around, the comedy-drama is getting a new timeslot. When the series returns this October, it will air on Thursday nights at 9 pm ET rather than its previous 10 pm slot. Elsbeth season 4 will continue to follow attorney Elsbeth Tascioni (Carrie Preston), with the expectation for the new installment to dive deeper into the titular character's family life, especially after her son Teddy (Ben Levi Ross) got engaged at the end of Elsbeth season 3.

Below

All 6 Episodes Release October 8, 2026 On Netflix

Netflix will have plenty of spooky titles arriving this October, including Below, a miniseries about a small Newfoundland town being terrorized by a mysterious sea creature. The thriller primarily follows a fisherman named Calvin (Josh Hartnett) who teams up with a marine biologist (Mackenzie Davis) to search for answers, not only regarding the creature but also about the town's dark secrets. Stranger Things' Charlie Heaton portrays Calvin's son, Wade, with other cast members including Rohan Campbell, Natasha Henstridge, Ruby Stokes, and Joshua Close.

Sheriff Country Season 2

Premieres October 9, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

The Fire Country spinoff, Sheriff Country, is back for its second season after the show's debut in October 2025. The series will continue to follow Sheriff Mickey Fox (Morena Baccarin), with all supporting characters set to return for season 2, including Matt Lauria's Lt. Nathan Boone. Amanda Arcuri and Ian Quinlan will also be bumped to series regulars for the new installment. Showrunner Matt Lopez has also teased more crossovers with Fire Country, seeing as both shows take place in Edgewater, California.

Fire Country Season 5

Premieres October 9, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

Fire Country will follow new episodes of Sheriff Country this Fall, with season 5 set to begin, and with it come several big changes. Eric Guggenheim is taking over as the showrunner in Fire Country season 5, which will be shortened to 13 episodes. Max Thieriot will continue to lead Fire Country's cast as Bode, but season 5 will introduce a few new characters, including Cecilia Jade “CJ” Ryan (Olivia Thirlby), a new firefighter with a mysterious past who joins Station 42.

Avatar: Seven Havens

Premieres October 9, 2026 On Paramount+

Following the release of Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender on Paramount+ in July, the streamer is debuting another chapter of the franchise with the release of Avatar: Seven Havens. Serving as a sequel to both Avatar: The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra, Seven Havens centers on Avatar Pavi and her twin sister Nisha in an era when the Avatar is seen by civilization as a destroyer. Not only is Korra's successor dealing with saving the Seven Havens, but the Earthbender must deal with mysterious origins involving her and her sister's origins.

26 episodes of Avatar: Seven Havens have been ordered, though the exact release schedule is yet to be announced by Paramount+.

Ludwig Season 2

Premieres October 13, 2026 On BritBox

Following the initial release on BBC One, Ludwig season 2 will arrive on BritBox in mid-October. The detective comedy-drama is led by David Mitchell and Anna Maxwell Martin, with the former portraying puzzle-maker John "Ludwig" Taylor while also doubling as his missing twin brother, James Taylor. Though Ludwig now works as a Crime Scene Consultant in season 2 (without the need to pretend to be his DCI brother this time around), finding what happened to James is still the number one priority for Ludwig and James' wife, Lucy (Martin).

Helluva Boss Season 3

Part 1 Releases October 14, 2026 On Prime Video (Part 2 Expected For 2027)

Following successful releases on YouTube, the first two seasons of Helluva Boss arrived on Prime Video in late 2025. A year later, the streamer is ready to welcome Helluva Boss season 3, which will be split into two "parts," with Part 1 scheduled to drop on October 14th. Season 3 of the raunchy adult animated series set in Hell will focus on Stolas working more closely with I.M.P. and his evolving relationship with Blitzø.

Hazbin Hotel, which is set in the same universe and also created by VivziePop, is also set to return. Prime Video has renewed the series through season 5.

VisionQuest

Premieres October 14, 2026 On Disney+

While many eyes are on Avengers: Doomsday as Marvel Studios gears up for the movie's release in December, the MCU has another big premiere before then. VisionQuest, the fifth TV series in Phase 6 of the MCU, is scheduled to debut on October 14th and will mark the end of the trilogy that also includes WandaVision and Agatha All Along. Paul Bettany is reprising his role as Vision, with the android on the run as he tries to understand his existence. In addition to Bettany, VisionQuest's cast includes James Spader, Ruaridh Mollica, James D'Arcy, Emily Hampshire, T'Nia Miller​​​​​, and Todd Stashwick.

The Lowdown Season 2

Premieres October 14, 2026 On FX & Hulu

Ethan Hawke is back in the role of Tulsa “truthstorian” Lee Raybon with the return of the FX hit crime comedy-drama, The Lowdown. In season 2, which debuts in mid-October, a public defender played by Betty Gilpin turns to Lee for help when a client goes missing in prison. After reluctantly turning to others in his life for help, Lee's estranged father, Lee Raybon Senior, shows up. The character is played by Tommy Lee Jones, among a cast that already includes Keith David, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Kyle MacLachlan​​, and Martha Plimpton.

9-1-1 Season 10

Premieres October 15, 2026 On ABC (Available Next Day On Hulu)

9-1-1 will hit a milestone when the procedural drama returns in October, celebrating the show's tenth season. Following the tragic death of Bobby Nash (Peter Krause) in season 8, season 9 saw Chimney (Kenneth Choi) step into the role as the captain of the 118. In 9-1-1 season 10, Athena (Angela Bassett) will have a new role, working as a detective. The new season will also continue Buck's (Oliver Stark) journey acting as a guardian for Theo after the young boy's parents died in an accident. Then there's Eddie (Ryan Guzman), who will still be recovering after being stabbed in 9-1-1 season 9's finale.

9-1-1: Nashville Season 2

Premieres October 15, 2026 On ABC (Available Next Day On Hulu)

While the original show is about to kick off its tenth season, 9-1-1: Nashville is getting ready to begin its sophomore season on ABC. The spinoff will pick back up from 9-1-1: Nashville season 1's finale, dealing with the fallout following the romantic conflict between Blythe (Jessica Capshaw), Dixie (LeAnn Rhimes), and Don (Chris O'Donnell). As for newcomers, Ryan Philippe is set to join 9-1-1: Nashville season 2 as a series regular, portraying a detective from New York.

Grey's Anatomy Season 23

Premieres October 15, 2026 On ABC (Available Next Day On Hulu)

October 15th will also see the return of ABC's longest-running primetime scripted series, Grey's Anatomy. When the show comes back for season 23, it will be without Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver, who both exited in Grey's Anatomy season 22's finale. It's unclear if there will be more cast changes based on what happened at the end of last season, which saw Meredith's (Ellen Pompeo) engagement, Dr. Kwan's (Harry Shum Jr.) firing, and various romantic relationships becoming more complicated. That includes the love triangle between Dr. Simone Griffith (Alexis Floyd), resident Lucas Adams (Niko Terho), and intern Wes Bryant (Trevor Jackson), which will come into play in season 23.

Crystal Lake

All 8 Episodes Release October 15, 2026 On Peacock

There hasn't been a new Friday the 13th movie since 2009, but the franchise is expanding in another exciting way with the debut of Crystal Lake. Plans for a TV series set in the franchise have been discussed for over 20 years, and A24 is finally making it happen with creator Brad Caleb Kane. The prequel to the original 1980 movie will primarily focus on Pamela Voorhees, who is still heavily grieving the death of her young son, Jason. Linda Cardellini will star as Pamela, with Callum Vinson playing the young version of the iconic killer.

Ghosts (Halloween Special)

Premieres October 29, 2026 On CBS (Also Available On Paramount+)

Ghosts season 6 isn't debuting until early 2027, but fans of the CBS sitcom will still get new episodes before then. On October 29th, Ghosts will air a two-episode Halloween special that will focus on Hetty (Rebecca Wisocky) and her sister, Margaret, who will be a new kind of ghost for the series. Ghosts will also have a Christmas special that airs Thursday, December 10th, before season 6's midseason debut next year.

Bass X Machina - Netflix

All Episodes Release November 3, 2026 On Netflix

Netflix's slate of adult animation will be getting a massive boost in November with the arrival of Bass X Machina, a sci-fi western inspired by the real-life lawman Bass Reeves. Brian Tyree Henry leads the voice cast, portraying Bass as he deals with a Steampunk West being overrun by outlaws and machines. Other notable members of the cast include Janelle Monáe​​​​​​, Tati Gabrielle​​​​​​, Starletta DuPois, Cree Summer, and Chaske Spencer.

Bass X Machina was created by LeSean Thomas and Studio Mir, the animation studio behind titles like The Legend of Korra, My Adventures with Superman, X-Men '97, and The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf.

The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power Season 3

The First 4 Episodes Premiere November 11, 2026 On Prime Video

The wait for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 3 is finally over. Prime Video's epic high fantasy returns with eight new episodes this fall, beginning on November 11th. The Rings of Power season 3 will see Middle-earth in the midst of a war against Sauron. The show's return will also feature a slew of new characters, including Gerda and Gamli, who can be seen in the exclusive image above. Here's what Prime Video exclusively shared about the characters:

"While Durin and Disa's children have always had a presence on the show, in Season 3 audiences will finally meet their daughter, Gerda (played by Amber Mendez-Martin), and son, Gamli (played by Lee Braithwaite), both of whom are now energetic teens. Over the five-year gap since Season 2 these two royal children have grown up in Khazad-dûm, watching their parents lead the Dwarves as a united front against the threat of Sauron’s growing power. And though they might be young…the siblings find themselves playing a critical role in the growing unrest deep within the mountain kingdom."

The Chosen Season 6

The First 3 Episodes Premiere November 15, 2026 On Prime Video

Prime Video's hit historical drama depicting the life of Jesus is making its grand return this November. The Chosen season 6 will specifically follow Jesus' final day leading up to the crucifixion. While the latest chapter is expected to run through the first week of December, the season 6 finale is getting a theatrical release titled The Chosen Crucifixion, which is slated to release in the spring of 2027.

The Altruists

All 8 Episodes Release November 19, 2026 On Netflix

Inspired by the real-life FTX collapse, The Altruists is a limited series depicting the fall of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried (Anthony Boyle) and his business partner/girlfriend, Caroline Ellison (Julia Garner). The duo finds themselves at the center of the scandal, which also involves the accusation that they stole $8 billion in cryptocurrency. The cast is also highlighted by Matt Rife, Hudson Williams, Jennifer Grey, Paul Reiser, and Alex Lawther. Here's an exclusive quote from Jacqueline Hoyt, who serves as a showrunner, executive producer, and writer for The Altruists:

"The headlines you may have read about Sam and Caroline were nowhere near the full story. Like all of us, they are complex individuals: philanthropic but ambitious, well-intentioned but flawed. We worked hard to incorporate this dichotomy into the scripts, and knew we needed the right actors who could convey their complexity on screen. We feel so fortunate to have found our Sam and Caroline in Anthony and Julia, who embodied and elevated every aspect of the complicated characters we dramatized in the series."

Percy Jackson And The Olympians Season 3

Premieres November 20, 2026 On Disney+

Even though Percy Jackson and the Olympians season 2 ended in January, the series is already returning for its third season before the end of the year. Season 3, which will adapt Rick Riordan's The Titan's Curse, is scheduled to debut on November 20th. As the core cast of Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries, and Aryan Simhadri get older, Percy Jackson season 3 will also get a bit darker, especially as Percy and Grover team up with new allies to save a kidnapped Annabeth. New casting for the third installment includes Dafne Keen as Artemis, Ming-Na Wen as Hera, Holt McCallany as Titan Atlas, Kate McKinnon as Aphrodite, Saara Chaudry as Zoë Nightshade, and Olive Abercrombie as Bianca di Angelo.

The Institute Season 2

Premieres Fall 2026 On MGM+ (Date TBA)

We can officially confirm that The Institute season 2 will premiere later this year, though an exact release date has not been announced by MGM+ just yet. With that said, the show's return will pick up after The Institute season 1's ending, following Tim Jamieson (Ben Barnes) and Luke Ellis (Joe Freeman)'s next journey after finding out what the Institute intended to do with Luke and other kids with telekinetic abilities. However, Tim, Luke, and other Institute survivors find that there are similar facilities around the world. The MGM+ series is an adaptation of Stephen King's 2019 novel and first debuted in 2025. Season 2 also stars Mary-Louise Parker and Game of Thrones' Alfie Allen.