49 Shows We Excited About in 2026: ‘The Bear,’ ‘Ted Lasso’ & More
We may be well into 2026, but the fun and excitement over upcoming shows is never-ending in a fruitful TV landscape.
While plenty of buzzy shows have already kicked off, including scripted returning favorites like The Pitt, Scrubs, Bridgerton, Rivals, and The Vampire Lestat, or the debuts of new shows like HBO‘s latest Game of Thrones entry, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, or CBS‘s Yellowstone spinoff, Marshals, there’s been no shortage of entertainment. From Survivor‘s 50th anniversary to final seasons for Outlander, Hacks, and The Boys, we’ve certainly been busy.
Below, we’re breaking down a handful of 2026’s most-anticipated premieres and returns, covering everything from Ted Lasso to Adults, Lanterns, and The Bear. Scroll down for a closer look at the shows that have already arrived alongside forthcoming titles we can’t wait for, and let us know which TV shows you’re most looking forward to as 2026 continues in the comments section below.
The Pitt (HBO Max)
Head back to the ER with Dr. Robby (Noah Wyle) and team at the Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center as the addictive TV drama chronicles another 15-hour shift, delivering new cases and exploring shifting dynamics between the staff. One of 2025’s biggest TV hits, we have no doubts The Pitt will cast a similar spell in 2026. Season 2 Premiered Thursday, January 8, HBO Max
The Night Manager (Prime Video)
Tom Hiddleston returns as Jonathan Pine, the former British intelligence operative who faced off against arms dealer Richard Roper (Hugh Laurie) nearly 10 years ago, when The Night Manager, inspired by John le Carré‘s work, originally debuted. Also back for more action alongside Hiddleston is Olivia Colman‘s Angela Burr. New costars include Diego Calva and Camila Morrone. Season 2 Premiered Sunday, January 11, Prime Video
Industry (HBO)
The fast-paced series plunges viewers into the world of international finance and welcomes back Harper (Myha’la) and Yasmin (Marisa Abela), who are living the lives they’d originally set out to achieve when they were Pierpoint grads. But they’ll be drawn into a cat-and-mouse game when a fintech darling emerges onto the London scene. Also back for more is Kit Harington‘s Sir Henry Muck and Ken Leung as Eric Tao. Notable additions? Toheeb Jimoh, Charlie Heaton, Kiernan Shipka, and Kal Penn, among others. Season 4 Premiered Sunday, January 11, 9/8c, HBO and HBO Max
All Creatures Great and Small (PBS)
Return to the rolling hills of Yorkshire Dales for the latest chapter of this delightful series. Picking up in 1945, Darrowby is in the midst of finding its footing as war in Europe winds down, offering the Skeldale family a chance at a fresh start with new opportunities amid peacetime. And of course, there will be animals aplenty. Season 6 Premiered Sunday, January 11, 9/8c PBS
Tell Me Lies (Hulu)
Lucy Albright (Grace Van Patten) and Stephen DeMarco (Jackson White) have rekindled their rollercoaster romance for their spring semester at Baird College as the latest season of this steamy series kicks off. But will past behaviors and indiscretions come back to haunt them? Fans won’t want to miss the latest entry to their twisted tale. Season 3 Premiered Tuesday, January 13, Hulu
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (HBO)
A new Westeros-based story begins in this tale set a century before Game of Thrones. Following two unlikely heroes, the young and courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall (Peter Claffey), and his squire Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell), the show is set in a time when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne. Series Premiered Sunday, January 18, 10/9c, HBO and HBO Max
The Beauty (FX)
The new series from Ryan Murphy follows FBI Agents as they investigate a string of gruesome and mysterious deaths of super models, only to uncover a sexually transmitted virus that transforms people into visions of physical perfection with deadly consequences. As the investigation unfolds, they’ll find themselves in the crosshairs of “The Corporation,” a tech billionaire (played by Ashton Kutcher), who has secretly created a miracle drug known as “The Beauty.” Evan Peters, Rebecca Hall, Anthony Ramos, and Jeremy Pope all star in the highly anticipated drama. Series Premiered Wednesday, January 21, 9/8c, FX and Hulu
Wonder Man (Disney+)
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II steps into the shoes of Simon Williams, a struggling actor who crosses paths with fellow performer Trevor Slattery (Sir Ben Kingsley) as they audition for roles in the coveted remaking of the superhero flick Wonder Man. While Simon and Trevor may be at different ends of their careers, their endless pursuit for stardom brings them together for a Hollywood adventure you won’t want to miss. Series Premiered Tuesday, January 27, Disney+ and Hulu
Shrinking (Apple TV)
The comedy from Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein returns to continue the story of therapist Jimmy (Jason Segel), who breaks the rules by telling his clients exactly what he thinks. In addition to welcoming back the ensemble that includes Harrison Ford, the latest chapter makes way for new additions like Jeff Daniels and Michael J. Fox. Season 3 Premiered Wednesday, January 28, Apple TV
Bridgerton (Netflix)
Shondaland’s Regency era romance series returns for Season 4, putting the second-eldest Bridgerton son, Benedict (Luke Thompson), into the spotlight as the latest leading man. When he crosses paths with the mesmerizing Lady in Silver (Yerin Ha) at his mother’s masquerade ball, he’ll set out to uncover her true identity, unaware that she’s separated by more than just a mask. Season 4 Premiered Thursday, January 29, Netflix
The Artful Dodger (Hulu)
The series inspired by the works of Charles Dickens returns with Jack (Thomas Brodie-Sangster) facing the noose as he’s hunted by Port Victory’s newest lawman, Inspector Boxer (Luke Bracey). Attempting to see his love, Lady Belle (Maia Mitchell), also puts Jack in danger, as does the latest scheme of Fagin’s (David Thewlis). Needless to say, get ready for more Australian adventures. Season 2 Premiered Tuesday, February 10, Hulu
Dark Winds (AMC)
Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon) returns in AMC’s critically acclaimed drama alongside Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) and Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten) as they reunite in the Navajo Nation for Season 4. A new mystery will unfold, taking them west to Los Angeles in what’s sure to be an exciting entry in the ’70s-set noir. Season 4 Premiered Sunday, February 15, 9pm, AMC and AMC+
The Night Agent (Netflix)
The series, based on Matthew Quirk’s novel, returns to continue Peter Sutherland’s (Gabriel Basso) story as he’s called in to track down a Treasury Agent who fled to Istanbul with sensitive information after killing his boss. Tag along as Peter investigates a network of dark money as he also ducks its paid assassins. Season 3 Premiered Thursday, February 19, Netflix
The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins (NBC)
Tracy Morgan plays a washed-up former footballer, Reggie Dinkins, in this comedy about redemption. In an attempt to rehabilitate his image, Reggie hires filmmaker Arthur Tobin (Daniel Radcliffe) to help win back the love of his fans and the respect of his family. The highly anticipated series marks a reunion for Morgan with 30 Rock duo Tina Fey and Robert Carlock, making it a can’t-miss series. Series Premiered Monday, February 23, 8/7c, NBC
CIA (CBS)
Dick Wolf‘s TV empire expands with this new addition to CBS, as this series follows two unlikely partners, played by Tom Ellis and Nick Gehlfuss. While one is a rule-breaker CIA agent, and the other is a by-the-book FBI agent, this duo must learn to work together as they’re partnered up to work out of the CIA’s New York station. Series Premiered Monday, February 23, 10/9c, CBS
Paradise (Hulu)
Sterling K. Brown‘s Xavier Collins returns as he embarks on a mission to find his wife outside of the bunker he’d retreated to with his children and select individuals amid a cataclysmic weather disaster. But as fans saw in Season 1’s finale, survivors remained in the outside world, giving way to a new chapter that also includes new stars like Shailene Woodley. Season 2 Premiered Monday, February 23, Hulu
Scrubs (ABC)
Head back to Sacred Heart Hospital with JD (Zach Braff), Turk (Donald Faison), Elliot (Sarah Chalke), Carla (Judy Reyes), Dr. Cox (John C. McGinley), and more as the fan-favorite comedy from Bill Lawrence returns. Along with familiar faces, the show’s return brings with it a new crop of doctors who are sure to keep viewers on their toes. We’re itching for our next shift. Revival Premiered Wednesday, February 25, 8/7c, ABC
Survivor (CBS)
The landmark 50th season of Survivor brings back former competitors for what’s sure to be a nail-biter run. Jeff Probst returns as the Emmy-winning competition series’ mainstay host for the Fiji-set season you won’t want to miss. Stay tuned for more on the highly anticipated chapter as Survivor 50 approaches. Season 50 Premiered Wednesday, February 25, 8/7c, CBS
Marshals (CBS)
Network TV makes way for Yellowstone‘s first direct spinoff as Kayce Dutton’s (Luke Grimes) story continues. Joining the elite unit of U.S. Marshals, Kayce combines his skills as a cowboy and Navy SEAL to bring range justice to Montana. Among Kayce’s teammates are Pete Calvin (Logan Marshall-Green), Belle Skinner (Arielle Kebbel), Andrea Cruz (Ash Santos), and Miles Kittle (Tatanka Means). Also in the mix are Kayce’s son Tate (Brecken Merrill) and pals Thomas Rainwater (Gil Birmingham) and Mo (Mo Brings Plenty). Series Premiered Sunday, March 1, 8/7c, CBS
Outlander (Starz)
The final chapter of Claire (Caitriona Balfe) and Jamie Fraser’s (Sam Heughan) time-traversing romance, inspired by Diana Gabaldon‘s books, kicks off this spring, welcoming back their onscreen family, including Brianna (Sophie Skelton), Roger (Richard Rankin), Ian (John Bell), Lord John (David Berry), William (Charles Vandervaart), Marsali (Lauren Lyle), and Fergus (César Domboy), among others. It’s a can’t-miss TV event years in the making. Season 8 Premiered Friday, March 6, Starz
Rooster (HBO)
Steve Carell headlines this new college-set comedy series from Bill Lawrence, which also features Danielle Deadwyler, Charly Clive, John C. McGinley, Phil Dunster, and Lauren Tsai. The action centers around Carell’s author character and the relationship he has with his daughter (played by Clive). Series Premiered Sunday, March 8, 10/9c, HBO
Daredevil: Born Again (Disney+)
Matt Murdock’s (Charlie Cox) story continues as the lawyer-by-day and masked vigilante-by-night is forced to evade capture at the hands of his nemesis and current mayor of New York City, Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio), a.k.a. Kingpin. He’ll work alongside familiar faces to defeat evil, including Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter), who returns to the fray. Season 2 Premiered Tuesday March 24, 9/8c, Disney+
Euphoria (HBO)
Rue (Zendaya), Jules (Hunter Schafer), Nate (Jacob Elordi), Lexi (Maude Apatow), Maddy (Alexa Demie), and Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) are back and five years older in the latest chapter of Sam Levinson‘s edgy HBO hit. Find out where life has taken these characters who haven’t been seen onscreen since 2022 when Season 3 finally arrives. Season 3 Premiered Sunday, April 12, 9/8c, HBO
The Boys (Prime Video)
Vigilante Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) and Supe Homelander’s (Antony Starr) final battle all comes down to Season 5 of Prime Video’s hit superhero drama. The scorched-earth fight against good and evil is sure to take a bloody and emotional turn, as it delivers the kind of laughs fans have become accustomed to. Don’t miss the closing chapter to the flagship series, which is also set to feature a Supernatural reunion. Season 5 Premiered Wednesday, April 8, Prime Video
Hacks (HBO Max)
Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and her comedy partner Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder) are back for HBO Max’s Emmy darling, alongside Jimmy (Paul W. Downs), Kayla (Megan Stalter), and Damien (Mark Indelicato). Get ready for a trip to the Big Apple as the team takes on New York City and returns to Vegas for the latest chapter. Season 5 Premiered Thursday, April 9, HBO Max
The Testaments (Hulu)
The highly anticipated spinoff of The Handmaid’s Tale sees the return of Ann Dowd‘s Aunt Lydia in this coming-of-age tale centering around a new generation of young women in Gilead. One Battle After Another breakout Chase Infiniti stars as Agnes, a.k.a. Hannah, the older version of June (Elisabeth Moss) and Luke’s (O-T Fagbenle) daughter, who was stolen from them in Season 1 of the flagship series. Don’t miss the latest chapter in this series based on Margaret Atwood‘s works. Series Premiered Wednesday, April 8, Hulu and Disney+
Big Mood (Tubi)
Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West reprise their roles as estranged pals Maggie and Eddie, who haven’t seen each other in roughly a year when Season 2 picks up. Can their time apart help strengthen bonds, or will Maggie struggle to find space in Eddie’s new life? It’s a question that the Camilla Whitehill-created series will explore in Season 2. Season 2 Premiered, Thursday, April 16, Tubi
The Vampire Lestat (AMC)
Get ready to see Lestat (Sam Reid) in a whole new light as the vampire goes rock’n’roll for Season 3 of AMC’s hit series Interview With the Vampire, which shifts its title to The Vampire Lestat in accordance with Anne Rice’s literary inspiration. Also back for more vampire shenanigans are Jacob Anderson‘s Louis, Eric Bogosian‘s Daniel, Assad Zaman‘s Armand, and even Delainey Hayles‘ Claudia, among plenty of exciting additions. Don’t miss what’s sure to be an electrifying season. Season 3 Premiered Sunday, June 7, AMC and AMC+
Rivals (Hulu)
This steamy drama, based on the books by Jilly Cooper, brings viewers back to the 1980s Cotswolds countryside for more high-stakes business dealings, romance, and much more. David Tennant, Alex Hassell, Aidan Turner, Bella Maclean, Nafessa Williams, and more return for plenty of fun in this British import you won’t want to miss when it drops the latest season. Season 2 Premiered Friday, May 15, Hulu and Disney+
House of the Dragon (HBO)
The third chapter of HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel returns to dig the feuding Targaryens deeper in their familial civil war. How will Rhaenyra’s (Emma D’Arcy) grab for the Iron Throne against Alicent’s (Olivia Cooke) children unfold? Tune in to find out. Season 3 Premiered Sunday, June 21, 9/8c, HBO and HBO Max
The Bear (FX and Hulu)
The Bear‘s fifth and final season will follow Carmy (Jeremy Allen White), Sydney (Ayo Edebiri), Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), and co as they have their final shot at a Michelin star amid a torrential storm in Chicago. Can they make it through a chaotic service with the success they’ve been striving for? Fans will find out in what’s sure to be a buzzy closing chapter. Season 5 Premiere, Thursday, June 25, 9/8c, FX and Hulu
Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness (HBO)
Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness arrives in time for America’s 250th anniversary as the comedy from Larry David and Barack and Michelle Obama serves up sketches depicting different moments throughout history. Tune in for an all-star lineup of guests performing alongside David for his latest team-up with HBO following Curb Your Enthusiasm. Series Premiere, Friday, June 26, 9/8c, HBO and HBO Max
Elle (Prime Video)
Prime Video’s Elle uncovers the early years of Elle Woods’ life as Lexi Minetree steps into the character’s shoes following Reese Witherspoon‘s iconic turn as the character in Legally Blonde. Follow along as Beverly Hills-based Elle adjusts to high school ups and downs in Seattle when her family moves to the Northwest. Series Premiere, Wednesday, July 1, Prime Video
Trying (Apple TV)
Apple’s charming comedy Trying returns for Season 5 as Nikki (Esther Smith) and Jason (Rafe Spall) tackle the latest chapter of adoptive parenthood. Find out what happens when their kids’ biological mom reenters the picture, and they must adjust to career changes, family drama, and much more. Season 5 Premiere, Wednesday, July 8, Apple TV
Ride or Die (Prime Video)
Hannah Waddingham plays a secret assassin named Judith in this buddy comedy co-led by Octavia Spencer‘s Debbie, who knows nothing about her pal’s double life. But when a mission goes awry, they’ll embark on a mission together, traveling around the world in the process and pushing the boundaries of their bond. In other words, sign us up! Series Premiere, Wednesday, July 15, Prime Video
The Hawk (Netflix)
If sports comedy is your thing, look no further than Will Ferrell‘s Netflix series The Hawk, in which he plays Lonnie Hawkins, a washed-up former top golfer who is looking to recapture the success he once had twenty years prior. Tune in to see him strive for greatness, something he believes is around the corner at every turn. Series Premiere, Thursday, July 16, Netflix
Ted Lasso (Apple TV)
The titular coach played by Jason Sudeikis is back in action, this time heading up a women’s team for Richmond. Also back for some football fun are Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, and Jeremy Swift, among others. Keep an eye out for updates on this one! Season 4 Premiere, Wednesday, August 5, Apple TV
The Shards (FX)
Based on Bret Easton Ellis’s bestselling novel of the same name and executive produced by Ryan Murphy, The Shards is set against the backdrop of 1980s Los Angeles and follows a group of privileged teens at an elite prep school as they explore identity, sex, jealousy, and obsession as dangers lurk around the corner. The young lineup of talent includes Igby Rigney, Homer Gere, Kaia Gerber, Hayes Warner, and Graham Campbell. Series Premiere, Wednesday, August 5, 9/8c, FX and Hulu
Lanterns (HBO)
The latest DC entry for HBO and HBO Max is Lanterns, which follows new recruit John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) as he teams up with the legendary Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) to unravel an earth-based mystery as intergalactic cops. The ensemble for this series also includes Laura Linney, Kelly Macdonald, Garret Dillahunt, Poorna Jagannathan, Jason Ritter, Ulrich Thomsen, Nathan Fillion, J. Alphonse Nicholson, and Jasmine Cephas Jones. Series Premiere, Sunday, August 16, 9/8c, HBO and HBO Max
Adults (FX)
FX’s hit comedy series follows a group of friends making their way in the world as new adults, and the shenanigans are set to continue in 2026. What will happen next after Season 1’s wedding cliffhanger that found roommates, Paul Baker (Jack Innanen) and Anton (Owen Thiele) married? We’re eager to unravel that mystery when the delightful series returns. Season 2 Premiere, Thursday, August 27, 9/8c Hulu and FXX
Outlander: Blood of My Blood (Starz)
Outlander prequel spinoff Outlander: Blood of My Blood returns for its latest chapter as Henry (Jeremy Irvine) and Julia (Hermione Corfield) face a potential separation at the standing stones of Craigh Na Dun. Meanwhile, Brian (Jamie Roy) faces a fight to come as tensions in Scotland rise, forcing him to put new pressures on his romance with Ellen (Harriet Slater). Season 2 Premiere, Friday, September 18, Starz
Brothers (Apple TV)
Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey play heightened versions of themselves in this Apple comedy loosely inspired by their own story, which suggests they may be biological brothers. Tune in to see how the show unfolds as they navigate new territory in their friendship. Series Premiere, Wednesday, September 23, Apple TV
VisionQuest (Disney+)
The third chapter of the WandaVision trilogy follows the titular Vision as Paul Bettany reprises his synthezoid role. The series will follow his attempt to regain his memory and save the world. Series Premiere, Wednesday, October 14, Disney+
Lupin (Netflix)
Omar Sy returns for the latest chapter of Netflix’s fan-favorite mystery thriller series Lupin as he reprises his role as Assane Diop. The gentleman thief who has captured the hearts of viewers around the world takes them on another adventure in France. Season 4 Premiere, Friday, October 23, Netflix
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Prime Video)
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power takes a leap forward in time as Season 3 picks up several years after the events of Season 2 amid the height of the War of the Elves and Sauron. Viewers will follow along as the Dark Lord seeks to craft the One Ring that will give him the advantage he needs to win the war and conquer Middle-earth. Season 3 Premiere, Wednesday, November 11, Prime Video
Dig (Peacock)
Amy Poehler reunites with Michael Schur for the Peacock comedy Dig, which is an adaptation of Kate Myers’ bestselling book. The show follows a group of women working at an archaeological dig in Greece, as they uncover a secret that could change history. Along with Poehler, the cast includes Hugh Laurie, Geraldine Viswanathan, Fina Strazza, and Antonia Thomas. Series Premiere, November 2026, Peacock
Eternally Yours (CBS)
Ghosts bosses Joe Port and Joe Wiseman bring their supernatural humor to Eternally Yours, a vampire comedy that explores what happens to a 500-year-old marriage, especially when they learn their daughter is dating a human. Allegra Edwards, Ed Weeks, Helen J. Shen, Jaren Lewison, Rose Abdoo, and Parker Young star in the series that’s sure to deliver laughs. Series Premiere, Fall 2026, Thursdays, 8:30/7:30c, CBS
Pride & Prejudice (Netflix)
Emma Corrin and Jack Lowden step into the famed roles of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy for the six-part limited series from Dolly Alderton and Euros Lyn. Don’t miss the latest spin on the Jane Austen classic, which is sure to capture plenty of hearts. Series Premiere, Fall 2026, Netflix
East of Eden (Netflix)
Florence Pugh steps into the shoes of antihero Cathy Ames for Netflix’s adaptation of John Steinbeck‘s acclaimed masterpiece, which explores the multigenerational saga of the Trask family. Make sure to tune in when it drops on the streamer. Series Premiere, Fall 2026, Netflix
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