The 20 Best Shows of 2026 (So Far)

Key Points:

• Peacock’s horror comedy “The ‘Burbs” follows new parents Samira and Rob as they navigate eerie suburban life, blending dark humor with an engaging mystery centered on neighborhood secrets and racial isolation.
• HBO’s “Half Man,” created by Richard Gadd, explores masculinity and brotherhood through a violent and intense narrative spanning three decades, focusing on the complex relationship between two non-biological brothers.
• Prime Video’s “The House of the Spirits” adapts Isabel Allende’s novel, chronicling three generations of women affected by tyrannical men against the backdrop of a 1970s military coup, blending family saga with political drama.
• Apple TV’s thriller “Imperfect Women” delves into the unraveling friendship of three women after one is murdered, using flashbacks to reveal secrets and explore themes of trust, deception, and female empowerment.
• Hulu’s “Rivals,” based on Jilly Cooper’s novels, is a dark comedy about media moguls in England locked in a fierce rivalry, featuring business espionage, steamy drama, and complex character dynamics.