Get ready for an exciting year of television in 2026! With the conclusion of fan-favorite shows like Stranger Things and The Summer I Turned Pretty in 2025, the upcoming year promises to deliver an array of highly anticipated series and returning favorites. Let's dive into the release dates for some of the most talked-about shows and keep an eye out for more announcements throughout the year.
January: A Month of Dramatic Returns and Premieres
Kicking off the year with a bang, January brings back some beloved HBO/HBO Max dramas. The Pitt, a hit medical drama, returns for its second season on January 8, promising an action-packed Fourth of July weekend at PittsburghTrauma Medical Center. Get ready for some intense hospital drama and the potential departure of Dr. Robby (Noah Wyle) on sabbatical. Industry, the financial drama, also makes its comeback on January 11, with the creators Mickey Down and Konrad Kay taking the story beyond the trading floors. Will the characters find their paths in this new season?
Additionally, the Game of Thrones prequel series, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, premieres on January 18, and the newest Marvel series, Wonder Man, begins its rollout on January 27. And let's not forget the fourth season of Bridgerton, split into two parts, and Season 3 of the comedy Shrinking, both returning to our screens in January.
February: Thrillers and Remakes
February has some exciting offerings too. Peacock brings us The Burbs, a remake of the 1989 horror comedy, starring Keke Palmer and Jack Whitehall as new parents navigating a mysterious neighborhood. The Night Agent returns for its third season on Netflix, and Apple TV presents Season 2 of The Last Thing He Told Me, based on Laura Dave's novel. Get ready for new twists and turns in these gripping stories.
March and April: A Mix of Genres
March and April are packed with a diverse range of shows. From the long-awaited comedy collaboration between Steve Carell and Bill Lawrence, titled Rooster, to the highly anticipated Season 2 of One Piece, an adaptation of Eiichiro Oda's manga, there's something for every taste. Outlander fans will finally get their fix with the eighth and final season, while Starz presents Scarpetta, a crime thriller based on Patricia Cornwell's novels, starring Nicole Kidman.
April brings the fifth and final season of The Boys, where the underdogs might finally settle their score with Homelander. Euphoria, the popular teen drama, returns for its third and likely final season, and Hulu premieres The Testaments, a follow-up series to The Handmaid's Tale. Get ready for some intense and thought-provoking television.
And There's More...
As we move through the year, keep an eye out for the return of beloved shows like My Life With The Walter Boys, Outer Banks, and Hacks. Plus, we can look forward to some exciting reboots and new series, including the Little House on the Prairie reboot on Netflix and the Malcolm in the Middle reboot on Hulu.
With so many shows to look forward to, 2026 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for television enthusiasts. Stay tuned as we update you on release dates and more throughout the year!
And this is the part where we ask: Which show are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments, and don't forget to share your predictions and theories!
