2026 Streaming Guide: Biggest New & Returning TV Shows
Un's Ultimate Streaming Watchlist for the Year Ahead
Coming Soon to Netflix (2026)
- Bridgerton (Season 4 Pt. 2): The ballrooms of London are buzzing as romance, scandal, and family drama return.
- BEEF (Season 2): A new cast, new feud, and the next chapter in Netflix’s acclaimed dark comedy anthology.
- 3 Body Problem (Season 2): Cosmic mysteries deepen in this global sci-fi hit from the creators of Game of Thrones.
- Avatar: The Last Airbender (Season 2): The live-action reimagining continues with more elemental epicness.
- East of Eden (Limited Series): Florence Pugh headlines a lush, star-studded retelling of Steinbeck’s saga.
Coming Soon to Prime Video (2026)
- The Boys (Season 5): Supes, satirical chaos, and no holds barred.
- Legendary (Season 4): Ballroom competition returns with new voguers, fierce houses, and wild creativity.
- Blade Runner 2099: Ridley Scott expands the noir future in this live-action event series.
- Cross (Season 2): Aldis Hodge returns as the legendary detective Alex Cross for darker, deeper cases.
- Reacher (Season 4): The no-nonsense hero goes undercover for another season of justice.
Coming Soon to Disney+ (2026)
- Daredevil: Born Again (Season 2): More street-level heroics and MCU crossover intrigue.
- Wonder Man: Marvel introduces Simon Williams in a new kind of hero story.
- Percy Jackson and the Olympians (Season 2): More ancient gods, monsters, and heroic quests.
- Star Wars: The Acolyte: Twisty High Republic intrigue in this Star Wars saga from Leslye Headland.
- A Shop for Killers (Season 2): The acclaimed action-packed K-drama is back for more high-stakes thrills.
Coming Soon to Max (2026)
- A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: Game of Thrones fans, get ready for a return to Westeros.
- The White Lotus (Season 4): New destination, new guests, more satire and dark secrets.
- House of the Dragon (Season 3): The Targaryen drama continues with more politics and dragonfire.
- The Last of Us (Season 3): The harrowing post-apocalyptic journey presses on.
- Lanterns: DC superheroes in a cosmic mystery with the Green Lanterns at the center.
Coming Soon to Paramount+ (2026)
- Star Trek: Starfleet Academy: Brand-new young cadets go boldly into the Trek universe.
- Frasier (Season 2): The comedy legend returns for more classic sitcom wit.
- Evil (Season 5): The church, science, and the supernatural collide in this twisted drama.
- NCIS: Origins: Go back to the start with this anticipated crime drama prequel.
- Criminal Minds: Next Evolution: Classic crime-solving evolves with a new cast and stories.
Coming Soon to Peacock (2026)
- Crystal Lake: Friday the 13th gets a horror TV origin story.
- Bel-Air (Season 3): The gritty, dramatic reboot of the classic sitcom continues.
- The Continental (Season 2): The John Wick universe expands with more underworld power plays.
- Dr. Death (Season 3): Another true medical crime story based on actual events.
- Twisted Metal (Season 2): Blazing action and wild humor based on the iconic video game.
Coming Soon to Apple TV+ (2026)
- Foundation (Season 3): The sci-fi epic returns with even more intergalactic stakes.
- Severance (Season 3): Unravel deeper mysteries at Lumon Industries in this thought-provoking thriller.
- Pachinko (Season 3): Family legacy and resilience unfold across generations and borders.
- Slow Horses (Season 5): More MI5 intrigue and dark British humor.
- Dark Matter: A reality-bending sci-fi drama based on the bestselling novel.
Un's Frequently Asked Questions
Are these TV show release dates guaranteed?
These picks are based on production news and announcements, but dates can change! Check back monthly for updates as more info is confirmed.
Why isn't my favorite show included?
I highlight the shows with the strongest likelihood of arriving during 2026. As networks announce new release windows, I'll keep this guide fresh.
Are all these shows included in my streaming subscription?
Yes, unless otherwise noted, every series here will stream at no extra cost to paid subscribers of the respective platform once released.