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Season 50 of Saturday Night Live premieres September 28 on NBC. Jean Smart is set to host with musical guest Jelly Roll. Nate Bargatze will host October 5 with musical guest Coldplay. Ariana Grande will host October 12 with Stevie Nicks as musical guest. October 19 will see Michael Keaton as host with Billie Eilish as musical guest. John Mulaney will host November 2 with Chappell Roan serving as musical guest.
Prime Video has ordered two seasons of author Patricia Cornwell’s Scarpetta. Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis are set to star in the series. The mystery thriller, based on the book series, follows Kay Scarpetta, the Chief Medical Examiner, as she returns to Virginia and resumes her former position with complex relationships, both personal and professional – including her sister Dorothy, with plenty of grudges and secrets to uncover. The series also stars Bobby Cannavale Simon Baker, Ariana DeBose, Rosy McEwen and Jake Cannavale.
Season seven of Love Is Blind premieres October 2 on Netflix. Singles who want to be loved for who they are have signed up for a less conventional approach to modern dating, and will choose someone to marry without ever meeting them. Over several weeks, the newly engaged couples will move in together, plan their wedding, and find out if their physical connection matches their strong emotional bond developed in the pods. When their wedding day arrives, will real-world realities and external factors push them apart, or will they marry the person they fell blindly in love with? Hosted by Nick and Vanessa Lachey, this addictive series will uncover whether looks, race, or age do matter – or if love really is blind.
The new season of Belle Collective premieres November 1 on OWN. The series continues to spotlight the personal and professional journeys of a group of successful boss women, redefining the essence of a Southern belle in Jackson, Mississippi. Returning this season are Belles Tambra Cheri, Marie Hamilton-Abston, Aikisha Holly-Colon, Lateshia Pearson, Latrice Rogers and Sophia O. Williams aka “Sogucci”. This group of entrepreneurs proudly represent their hometown of Jackson, showcasing the very best of Black female entrepreneurship in the modern South. They skillfully navigate their businesses, charity work, and the ups and downs of their personal lives, all while looking fabulous and maintaining their signature blend of sweet and spice.
Season two of Queens Court premieres October 6 on Peacock. New celebrity queens LisaRaye, K. Michelle and London ‘Deelishis’ Charles embark on a journey to find their forever partners. Even with success, fame and fortune, the one area they have not ruled is matters of the heart. In this era of self-discovery, these Queens are opening their hearts to find their Kings amongst 22 confident, successful men. Hollywood power couple Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete return to guide the new Queens as they let go of the past, embrace new connections, and look for their happily ever after.
Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian has been renewed for a second season. The series streams in English subtitles and dub on Crunchyroll. Alya is a transfer student enjoying popularity at her new high school, often sporting a cold shoulder while earning high marks in class. She ignores her nerdy classmate, Kuze Masachika, except for when she blurts out a flirtatious line to him in Russian. Little does she know, Kuze understands Russian, though he pretends not to. Let’s see where this wacky love story takes them!
The Law According to Lidia Poet 2 premieres October 30 on Netflix. As Lidia continues to advocate for equality, the arrival of a new prosecutor shakes her world and Enrico considers a major change in his vocation.
Crunchyroll has announced its lineup for the Fall 2024 anime season. The lineup includes series with English subtitles, and a lineup of series with English dubs as well. Series set to premiere in the coming weeks include Dragon Ball DAIMA (October 11), DAN DA DAN (October 3), Season Two of Blue Lock (October 5), and the continuations of One Piece, Tower of God Season 2, FAIRY TAIL: 100 Years Quest, True Beauty, and more.
Daniel Lubetzky has been promoted to a full time Shark on season 16 of Shark Tank. The season premieres October 18 on ABC. Lubetzky has been a guest shark on the last five seasons. He joins joins fellow Sharks Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John, and Kevin O’Leary. Guest Sharks include Todd Graves, Jamie Kern Lima, Rashaun Williams, and returning guest Shark Kendra Scott.
Investigation Discovery has a docuseries about Sean “Diddy” Combs in production amid his legal woes. It will explore the rise and influence of Sean “Diddy” Combs and the allegations of violent behavior and illegal activity that have trailed the music mogul. As accounts of sexual assault, abusive behaviors, and other disturbing claims surface, the doc traces the story of this self-proclaimed Bad Boy, unraveling allegations of a pattern of depravity. The multipart docuseries is set to premiere in 2025 on ID and Max.
ABC News will dedicate month-long coverage celebrating Hispanic and Latin American (HLA) Heritage Month. The network-wide coverage will celebrate the diverse and unique history and heritage of the multifaceted Hispanic and Latin American community, including the contributions of individuals from multiple origin countries. The special coverage will culminate with a new, one-hour primetime special October 11, Latinos in Hollywood: Owning Our Destiny, which will celebrate the resiliency, artistry, and ingenuity of Hollywood’s creative Latino community while providing an in-depth look at representation, visibility and creative opportunity both in front of and behind the camera. Reported by John Quiñones, the groundbreaking special will illuminate the career experiences of some of the globe’s most famous Latino stars, including co-executive producer and titular star of ABC’s hit show Will Trent, Ramón Rodríguez; actress and Hyphenate Media Group co-founder, Eva Longoria; actress and producer Gina Torres; actor and 3Pas Studios co-founder Eugenio Derbez; actor and comedian John Leguizamo; as well as legendary trailblazers Rita Moreno and Edward James Olmos; plus rising Gen Z stars like Xochitl Gomez.
Family Secrets: The Disappearance of Alissa Turney premieres October 13 on Oxygen. The series explores what happens when one unrelenting woman demands a thorough investigation of her sister’s vanishing and exhausts all traditional legal avenues. Turning to podcasting and social media, Sarah Turney sparks an inescapable grassroots campaign, resulting in an arrest and a trial, but not peace of mind. Sarah Turney became a viral sensation when she posted suspicions on social media that her dad killed her sister, Alissa. Now Sarah gives unprecedented access to the continuation of her story, including a recently unearthed trove of home videos, as she re-examines her and Alissa’s childhood. Sarah makes chilling discoveries, breaking through years of manipulation to reconstruct the truth of the past and be free of her father’s influence. Sarah’s final conversation with her father is haunting and a testament to her tenacity and unending search for Alissa.
Expedition Unknown returns October 9 on Discovery Channel. Intrigued by legendary mysteries and driven by insatiable curiosity, seasoned explorer Josh Gates investigates the world’s most iconic unsolved events, and hunts for lost cities, buried treasures and sacred artifacts. Leaving no stone unturned, Josh’s adventures take him around the globe and into dangerous situations as he uncovers the truth behind enduring mysteries. Using his background in archaeology and unique sense of humor, Josh brings a new understanding of age-old stories.
Ellen DeGeneres: For Your Approval premieres September 24 on Netflix. The final comedy special of her historic career, Ellen gets personal and reveals what she’s been doing since being “kicked out of show business.” From the mundane world of raising chickens and parallel parking to the harsh reality of becoming a brand name celebrity, she goes deep into her stand-up roots and brings the laughs through life’s most real and absurd realities.
The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh premieres October 17 on Prime Video. Inspired by the personal experiences of creator Vijal Patel, the series follows the Pradeep family and the events of their first few months after moving to America from India. As told through hilarious (and often conflicting) flashbacks from an interrogation room, the Pradeeps quickly find themselves embroiled – romantically, personally, and professionally – with a polar-opposite neighborhood family, leading to a predicament with many surprising twists.
Season 23 of Life Below Zero premieres October 8 on National Geographic. At the onset of the winter season, Alaskans face new threats to their survival. But the dangers of the Arctic year have only just begun. Kavik is slammed with a brutal storm as Sue Aikens races to fortify camp. Ricko DeWilde seeks an elusive animal in the Alaskan Interior. The Hailstones must seize an opportunity to fish under the ice. And Johnny Rolfe strives to secure food in the Brooks Range.
Ancient Apocalypse: The Americas returns on Netflix October 16. Graham Hancock explores the Americas in search of a prehistoric society whose ancient knowledge has been passed down and spread across the continents.
The heart-pounding Paramount+ Peak Screaming collection returns to the service today with a monster-sized lineup of thrills for audiences to enjoy this Halloween season. The popular collection expands each year and features more genre-defining hits and classics than ever before, with over 450 new originals, fan-favorite horror movies and iconic Halloween episodes from beloved series.
Huluween returns this October with a fresh selection of frightening content that guarantees to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Whether preparing for a horror-filled binge or seeking thrills for a Halloween watch party, Hulu has assembled a month of chilling entertainment.
A mysterious figure lurking at a Kamp Koral reunion and Patrick Star learning about his spooky fortune lies ahead in two-all new specials. Nickelodeon and Paramount+ continue the landmark 25th anniversary celebration of SpongeBob SquarePants with SpongeBob SquarePants special, “Kreepaway Kamp” October 10 and The Patrick Star Show special, “Something Stupid This Way Comes” October 14.
