The 2026 TV premiere calendar is a bustling hub of entertainment, offering a diverse range of shows and specials across various platforms. From network shows to streaming newcomers, the lineup promises something for every viewer. This comprehensive guide provides a sneak peek into the exciting programming coming your way in the next year, with a focus on the months ahead. Get ready to mark your calendars and dive into the world of TV!
September
The month kicks off with a bang, featuring a mix of returning favorites and fresh releases. 'The Varnell Hill Show' makes its debut on Paramount+, while '9/11: United We Stand — 25 Years Later' takes viewers back in time on ABC. The comedy 'Lego Star Wars: The Mandalorian' arrives on Disney+, and Hulu introduces 'Chad Powers'. Netflix brings back 'Earle Meets World' and 'The Gentlemen', while 'The Program: Texas Tech' makes its mark on Paramount+. Fox College Football takes center stage, and NBC/Peacock presents 'Big Ten Saturday Night'.
As the month progresses, PBS showcases 'A Tale of Two Cities' and 'The Marlow Murder Club', followed by 'Marble Hall Murders'. HBO Max and ID team up for 'O.J. Unseen: Exploitation of Evil', while 'Dang!' and 'The Real Housewives of New York City' entertain on Netflix and Bravo, respectively. The Drop: A Snowfall Saga' adds to the mix on FX/Hulu, and 'The Drop' follows suit. Apple TV introduces 'Last Seen', and Peacock presents 'The Paper'. The NFL kickoff game on NBC/Peacock sets the tone for the season, followed by a host of other sporting events and specials.
October
October brings a plethora of new releases, including 'Six Kings Slam' (Netflix, TBD), 'East of Eden' and 'Scrabble' (The CW), and 'Trivial Pursuit' (The CW). Big Brother bids farewell, making way for 'Coven Academy' on Freeform, which will also be available on Disney+ and Hulu. HBO Max's 'War' and Netflix's 'The Paper' continue to captivate audiences. Starz's 'Tip Toe' and AMC+'s 'Kill Jackie' add a touch of suspense, while 'Celebrity Wheel of Fortune' brings the fun on ABC. Adult Swim's 'Get Jiro' and CBS's 'Marshals' and 'Tracker' keep viewers on their toes.
November
November is a month of diverse offerings, with 'The Gilded Age' on HBO Max, 'St. Denis Medical' and 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins' on NBC, and 'Bass x Machina' on Netflix. Prime Video's 'The Greatest' and 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' are must-watches, while 'The Body' on Netflix adds a layer of mystery. Peacock's 'The Good Daughter' and Apple TV's '12 12 12' provide a mix of drama and intrigue. The CW's 'Kids Choice Awards' and Prime Video's 'The Chosen' bring a touch of fun and fantasy. PBS's 'Crime and Punishment in America' and Netflix's 'The Altruists' offer a deeper dive into society and human nature.
December
December wraps up the year with a range of holiday-themed specials and finales. Netflix's 'Emily in Paris' concludes its journey, while HBO Max's 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone' brings magic to screens. ABC's 'New Year’s Rockin’ Eve' and CBS's 'New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash' ring in the new year with music and celebration.
January
The new year kicks off with a bang, featuring a mix of returning shows and fresh releases. Netflix's 'Run Away' and TLC's 'The Cult of the Real Housewife' set the tone, while MTV's 'RuPaul’s Drag Race' brings the glamour. NBC's 'Dateline Saturday' and Hallmark's 'When Calls the Heart' keep viewers entertained. ABC's 'The Wall' and NBC's 'The Voice' add to the mix, while Fox's 'Best Medicine' and 'Finding Your Roots' on PBS offer a touch of insight and inspiration.
February
February brings a range of new releases, including Netflix's 'Glitter & Gold: Ice Dancing' and MGM+'s 'Vanished'. CBS's 'Grammy Awards' and NBC's 'Sunday Night Basketball' keep viewers engaged, while AMC/AMC+'s 'Rise of the 49ers' and 'The Burbs' on Peacock add a touch of nostalgia. Hulu's 'The Artful Dodger' and Netflix's 'Cross' and 'Love Is Blind' bring a mix of drama and romance. HBO Max's 'Neigbhors' and 'Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr.' add a layer of intrigue, while 'The Night Agent' and 'Girl on the Run: The Hunt for America’s Most Wanted Woman' keep the action going.
March
March is a month of diverse offerings, with Netflix's 'Actor Awards' and CBS's 'Marshals' setting the tone. 'Tracker' and 'DTF St. Louis' on HBO Max, and 'American Classic' and 'Disaster: The Chernobyl Meltdown' on CNN add a touch of history and drama. 'Watson' on CBS brings a sense of mystery, while 'Young Sherlock' and 'The Hunt' on Prime Video add a layer of adventure. The CW's 'Scrabble' and 'Trivial Pursuit' keep viewers entertained, while 'The Floor' and 'One Day in My Body' on TLC offer a touch of insight and inspiration.
April
April brings a range of new releases, including Netflix's 'XO, Kitty' and 'Big Mistakes'. Hulu's 'Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair' and 'The Reunion: Laguna Beach' add a touch of nostalgia, while 'Temptation Island' on Netflix brings a layer of drama. CNN's 'Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever' and ABC's 'The Bachelorette' keep viewers engaged, while 'The Audacity' and 'Eva Longoria: Searching for France' on AMC/AMC+ add a touch of fun and fantasy.
May
May is a month of diverse offerings, with Netflix's 'Conbody vs. Everybody' and 'Twenty Twenty Six' bringing a touch of fitness and fashion. Starz's 'Amadeus' and 'RuPaul’s Drag Race: All-Stars' keep viewers entertained, while 'Song of the Samurai' on HBO Max adds a layer of adventure. ABC's 'The Roast of Kevin Hart' and CNN's 'Disaster: The Chernobyl Meltdown' bring a sense of celebration and history. Netflix's 'Everyone Is Doing Great' and 'Regular Show: The Lost Tapes' add a touch of humor and nostalgia.
June
June is a month of diverse offerings, with Netflix's 'Alice and Steve' and 'Below Deck Mediterranean' bringing a touch of romance and adventure. ABC's 'American Ninja Warrior' and NBC's 'Password' keep viewers entertained, while Prime Video's 'The Legend of Vox Machina' and 'Michael Jackson: The Verdict' add a layer of mystery and intrigue. ABC's 'NBA Finals game 1' and 'NBA Finals game 1' bring a sense of excitement and competition.
July
July brings a range of new releases, including Netflix's 'Survival of the Thickest' and 'Silo'. Hulu's 'A Capitol Fourth' and 'The Simpsons: Simpsley' add a touch of holiday cheer, while ABC's 'The Great American Block Party' and CBS's 'Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular' keep viewers entertained. Nat Geo's 'Hammerhead Sharks Up Close With Bertie Gregory' and Adult Swim's 'The Robot Chicken Adult Swim Special' bring a sense of adventure and fun.
August
August is a month of diverse offerings, with Paramount+'s 'Lioness' and HBO Max's 'The Librarians: The Next Chapter' setting the tone. Hulu's 'Futurama' and 'The Chelsea Detective' add a touch of nostalgia, while Netflix's 'Betrayal' and 'Mourinho' bring a layer of drama and intrigue. Prime Video's 'Reacher' and 'Conversations With a Killer: The Charles Manson Tapes' add a sense of mystery and suspense. Netflix's 'Tires' and 'My Brilliant Career' keep viewers entertained, while HBO Max's 'Lanterns' adds a touch of fantasy and adventure.
