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CBS has handed out full season orders to freshman comedy series Poppa’s House and freshman drama series NCIS: Origins. Starring Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr., Poppa’s House features Wayans as legendary talk radio host and happily divorced “Poppa” who has his point of view challenged at work when a new female co-host is hired, and at home where he finds himself still parenting his adult son, a brilliant dreamer who is trying to pursue his passion while being a responsible father and husband. Essence Atkins and Tetona Jackson also star. NCIS: Origins follows a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Austin Stowell) in 1991, years prior to the events of NCIS, and is narrated by Mark Harmon. In the series, Gibbs starts his career as a newly minted special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office, where he forges his place on a gritty, ragtag team led by NCIS legend Mike Franks (Kyle Schmid). Mariel Molino, Tyla Abercrumbie, Diany Rodriguez and Caleb Foote also star.
The fifth and final season of Stranger Things will premiere on Netflix in 2025. A love letter to the ’80s classic genre films that captivated a generation, Stranger Things is a thrilling drama set in the seemingly normal Midwestern town of Hawkins, Indiana. After a boy vanishes into thin air, his close-knit group of friends and family search for answers and are pulled into a high-stakes and deadly series of events. Beneath the surface of their ordinary town lurks an extraordinary supernatural mystery, along with top-secret government experiments and a dangerous gateway that connects our world to a powerful yet sinister realm. Friendships will be tested and lives will be altered as what they discover will change Hawkins and possibly the world – forever. Additional projects in the universe in the works, including: Stranger Things: The First Shadow live on stage in London’s West End and coming to Broadway in 2025, along with an untitled animated spinoff series.
Three part docuseries Snoop’s Fatherhood: Cori and Wayne’s Story premieres on E! December 5. The series follows Cori Broadus, entrepreneur and daughter of globally recognized superstar Snoop Dogg, and her fiancé, Wayne Duece, as they plan the wedding of the century. However, with four months to plan, a growing guest list and pending to-do’s before their I do’s, life does not always go as planned. Cori has a solid support system with Wayne, dad Papa Snoop, mom “Boss Lady” Shante, brothers Corde and Cordell and bestie bridesmaids by her side to get through the stress of wedding preparations. After an epic bachelorette celebration, Cori and Wayne’s picture-perfect wedding crumbles when Cori’s gown isn’t what she envisions, Wayne and his groomsmen get off on the wrong foot with a conflict over “kicks” and a pre-marital counseling session reveals some underlying issues and ultimatums that turns their lives upside down. As Cori and Wayne are left to manage these relationship tensions, all while facing public backlash over their union, it proves to be too much. After a sudden life-threatening health scare, Cori must come to terms with her own private health struggles, leaving the Broadus crew to focus on what’s most important … family.
Love Never Lies: South Africa premieres November 29 on Netflix. Six couples face trust issues, temptations, and a ruthless lie detector in South Africa’s first dating show of its kind – testing their love and honesty. With R500K at stake, how far will they go to protect their love?
BEASTARS Final Season Part 1 premieres on Netflix December 5. It is a world where carnivores and herbivores coexist. Following the battle with the culprit who devoured his classmate at school, Legoshi decides to drop out and begins living alone at Beast Apartments. Louis has entered a prestigious university and resolves to face his father, Ogma. Haru also deals with many struggles as she tries to enjoy campus life. Meanwhile, the city sees an increase of devouring incidents. The fangs of the heinous criminal who is pulling all the strings begin to close in on Legoshi and the others.
The CW has acquired repeats of Bob Hearts Abishola. Episodes of the CBS series will begin airing November 15.
When the Phone Rings premieres November 22 on Netflix. A rising politician and his mute wife’s tense marriage begins to unravel after a call from a kidnapper turns their lives upside down.
Echoes of The Past premieres on Netflix December 6. Falsely accused of murdering his sister “Nadia” during a diving trip, “Yehia” spends years behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit. Now, 15 years later, he returns to untangle the web of lies and track down the true perpetrator. But will he succeed?
Bill Burr is set to host Saturday Night Live November 9. He will be joined by musical guest Mk.gee on the late night NBC series.
Tomorrow and I premieres on Netflix December 4. The Thai drama/sci-fi anthology series reimagines Thailand in a dystopian future where technology scrapes at the surface of old customs, exposing rips in the fabric of culture.
Season two of Nothing to See Here premieres November 20 on Netflix. Alexis found love, a craft, and his independence. Now he’ll have to do everything possible to achieve the hardest thing: becoming an adult without losing his loved ones.
Season three of Sago Mini Friends premieres November 22 on Apple TV+. The five-episode season is a delightful nod to gratitude, featuring Harvey the floppy-eared dog and his best friends, Jinja the cat, Jack the rabbit and Robin the bird. Along with a unique cast of residents as colorful as their own whimsical world, the four friends play, explore, imagine and celebrate daily in their joyful town of Sagoville. In each episode, Harvey and all his friends express their true thankfulness for all things big and small, through optimism, kindness, preschool-friendly humor and unforgettable original songs!
