Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2026
Rolling Stone••entertainment
Key Points:
- The TV industry is undergoing rapid changes driven by corporate mergers, the rise of AI, and shifting audience habits, especially among younger viewers unfamiliar with traditional TV.
- Despite these challenges, creators and showrunners remain committed to producing new content, ensuring a strong lineup of diverse shows.
- This year’s slate includes a mix of prestige dramas, camp comedies, and star-studded casts, featuring both continuations of beloved stories and entirely new worlds.
- Great TV shows continue to offer valuable experiences of escape and connection, which are particularly needed in today’s climate.
- A total of 40 upcoming series are highlighted as highly anticipated releases for viewers to look forward to this year.
