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Premiere dates have been set for adult swim’s Smiling Friends and Haha, You Clowns. Smiling Friends will return for season three October 5. The new season finds Pim, Charlie, Flint and the whole gang going absolutely bonkers once again, diving headfirst into their ultimate quest to spread joy upon the land. We’ll see a bunch of unexpected stuff here such as Mr. Frog running full speed at the camera, the team finally collecting all the spirit gems they need, and a totally epic showdown spectacle with an Ancient Witch of some sort. AHHHHH!!!! New series Haha, You Clowns will premiere October 19. The series which started off as an adult swim SMALLS celebrates wholesome family programming. Join the Campbell boys, three doting teenagers and their tenderhearted dad, as they live, laugh, love their way into your living rooms. They’re big dudes with big feelings who are learning to navigate life in the wake of their mother’s death, sensing her presence in everyday adventures.
Season three of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives premieres November 13 on hulu with all ten episodes. #Momtok is back, but damaging revelations and allegations threaten its future. The members face a crisis of friendship as loyalties shift, trust is tested, and the lines between fact and fiction blur. When the pursuit of the truth calls character into question, a war over morality begins and a clash between #Momtok and #Dadtok erupts. With their sisterhood and everything they’ve built hanging in the balance, can the women find a path forward to salvation? Or will their collective sins destroy #Momtok for good?
Two more cast members from Saturday Night Live will be leaving the series before its 51st season. Heidi Gardner is leaving the NBC late night series after eight years. Michael Longfellow has also left after three years with the series.
Wayward premieres September 25 on Netflix. In the picture-perfect town of Tall Pines, sinister secrets lurk behind every closed door. Not long after police officer Alex Dempsey (Mae Martin) and his pregnant wife Laura (Sarah Gadon) move into their new home, he connects with two students Abbie (Sydney Topliffe) and Leila (Alyvia Alyn Lind) from the local school for “troubled teens” who are desperate to escape and could be the key to unearthing everything rotten in the town. As Alex begins investigating a series of unusual incidents, he suspects that Evelyn (Toni Collette), the school’s mysterious leader, might be at the center of all the problems. Created by Mae Martin, the limited series is a thrilling and genre-bending series about the eternal struggle between one generation and the next, what happens when friendship and loyalty are put to the ultimate test, and how buried truths always find a way of coming to the surface.
Robin Hood premieres November 2 on MGM+. The series brings a modern energy to the classic tale of the roguish outlaw hero who stole from the rich and gave to the poor, and the epic love story between him and a courageous and daring Marian. It is a smart, sweeping, romantic adventure that brings historical authenticity, psychological depth, and a heightened focus on the relationship between Rob and Marian to the beloved story. Following the Norman invasion of England, Rob – a Saxon forester’s son – and Marian, the daughter of a Norman lord – fall in love and work together to fight for justice and freedom. As Rob rises as the leader of a band of rebel outlaws, Marian infiltrates the power at court, as both work together to thwart royal corruption and bring peace to the land.
The Real Housewives of Potomac returns for season ten October 5 on Bravo. Returning this season are housewives, Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Wendy Osefo, Stacey Rusch and Keiarna Stewart. The ladies are joined by new housewives Tia Glover, a British-Nigerian luxury real estate advisor, and Angel Massie, an outdoor experiential curator. Tia is a mother of four whose strong family values are matched by her sense of humor. Angel is married to an ex-NFL star and brings her family back to Potomac ambitiously looking to grow her business. Friendly face Jassi Rideaux returns while Monique Samuels makes her long-awaited return to the franchise and, without missing a beat, stirs the pot as a friend of the housewives.
Genie, Make a Wish will premiere October 3 on Netflix. The series follows a genie awakened after a thousand years, only to meet Ga-young, his cold and psychopathic new master. Bound by three wishes and a deadly wager, the two clash in a suspenseful yet sweet romantic comedy where survival and desire are on the line. As the Genie chillingly declares in the teaser: “He’s not your run-of-the-mill genie, but a truly evil one – To use a name you may recognize, it’s ‘Satan’.” A dark and haunting declaration that deepens the enigma around this sinister figure, promising secrets and dangers that twist far beyond the ordinary.
Original Chicago Med star Marlyne Barrett will not return for the upcoming eleventh season. Barrett, who plays ER nurse Maggie Lockwood, stepped back from the role for personal reasons.
Hilary Duff will star in the hulu single camera comedy project Pretty Ugly. The potential series is based on the book of the same name by Kirker Butler.
Professional dancer Jan Ravnik will be joining Dancing with the Stars as a pro. The dancer is well know for being a part of Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour. The rest of the new cast will be announced on Good Morning America September 3.
Ella Hunt, Avantika, Will Angus, Jack Martin and Nicholas Duvernay have joined the cast of Mindy Kaling’s Not Suitable For Work. The hulu series revolves around five work-obsessed twenty-somethings who strive for professional success and, if they have time, personal happiness in Manhattan’s most glamorous neighborhood, Murray Hill.
Leanne Morgan’s new special Unspeakable Things premieres on Netflix on November 4. In this new hour, the comedic powerhouse returns to the stage with her classic southern drawl and unique points of view, opening up about everything – from newfound stardom and family life, to trying CBD for the first and last time, serving up the kind of real, relatable, and sometimes cheeky stories you can’t get enough of.
Shudder’s epic Season of Screams programming event returns September 1 featuring a supersized lineup of new film releases, series, specials and live watch parties on Shudder TV. The four-month celebration of fear rounds out the streamer’s 10th anniversary with the best in horror and will spotlight popular franchise films from REC to 28 Weeks Later to The Blair Witch Project, bring back an all-new Ghoul Log as well as Shudder’s popular Halloween Hotline with movie recommendations from Shudder’s Head of Programming Samuel Zimmerman. Shudder’s Season of Screams features highly anticipated films such as the acclaimed Dangerous Animals, a new installment in the popular V/H/S franchise – V/H/S/Halloween – and the found footage breakout hits House on Eden and Hell House LLC: Lineage, as well as new seasons of The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans and The Creep Tapes, and a new Halloween special, Joe Bob’s Splatterween, featuring special guests, the legendary rock band GWAR. These new films and series join Shudder’s extensive library, including the original 1935 classic The Bride of Frankenstein (celebrating its 90th anniversary), beloved Hitchcock collection of films The Birds, Rear Window, Vertigo and Psycho (celebrating its 65th anniversary), as well as popular TV series Bitten and Hemlock Grove.
Season three of docuseries Betrayal premieres September 2 on hulu. The series , Sept. 2, only on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+. “Betrayal: Under His Eye” follows Stacey, a single mother whose whirlwind romance with charming physician Dr. Justin Rutherford seemed like a dream come true. The couple married, moved into a beautiful new home, and began creating what felt like a picture-perfect life together – until the discovery of a hidden camera in the family’s home unearthed dark secrets. Stacey was forced to confront a devastating betrayal that shook her family to its core. Eventually, Rutherford is put behind bars when a key witness comes forward, and Stacey and her children begin the long process of healing and finding a new normal. But just as they start to rebuild, the case takes an even more disturbing turn when Rutherford is accused of plotting murder to silence the case’s key witness. Across three gripping episodes, it spotlights the key witness, a young survivor whose bravery helped expose the truth about Rutherford; features raw and emotional interviews with Stacey, her children and their relatives; and has an exclusive interview with actor and advocate for survivors of sexual abuse Anthony Edwards. The series also includes chilling audio, court testimony, and never-before-seen evidence that takes viewers inside the unraveling of a man who weaponized charm, trust and power to manipulate everyone around him.
Cocaine Quarterback premieres September 25 on Prime Video This three-part docuseries explores the rise and fall of Redondo Beach native Owen Hanson, from walk-on to the National Championship-winning USC football team to cocaine kingpin for one of the world’s most dangerous cartels.
Words + Music, a new music docuseries from Gunpowder & Sky and Audible, based on Audible’s acclaimed audio series of the same name will premiere on November 30 on MGM+. It features member of the Songwriter’s Hall Of Fame Elvis Costello, nine-time Grammy winner Sheryl Crow, 13-time Grammy winner John Legend, and seven-time Grammy winner Alanis Morissette. It will feature iconic artists sharing stories about songs pivotal to their careers, followed by all-new performances of those songs either solo or with a band. The innovative visual adaptation will be shot on Amazon MGM Studio’s volume stage, an immersive video environment, allowing the creation of dynamic visual narratives that complement each artist’s storytelling. As the artists’ stories unfold, the environment around them will transform to reflect each anecdote and song, creating an intimate yet visually stunning experience.
ESPN’s signature morning show Get Up starring host Mike Greenberg will be joined this football season by two of the most entertaining new voices in sports media. Starting Thursday, Sept. 4, former NFL players Taylor Lewan and Will Compton, the hosts of the popular podcast and sports entertainment brand Bussin’ With The Boys’, will make appearances across ESPN platforms throughout the football season, mainly on Get Up. In addition to Get Up, Lewan and Compton will make select appearances on SportsCenter and other ESPN studio content.
Three part docuseries Tales From The Ryder Cup in Partnership with Rolex premieres October 31 on NBC. It highlights the defining moments, memorable characters, and most miraculous shots in Ryder Cup history, taking viewers inside the team rooms of the American and European sides. Tales From The Ryder Cup’s in-depth storytelling features more than 40 interviews with current and former Ryder Cup captains and players discussing the pressure and passion surrounding the biennial event, including:
ESPN announced its deep roster of NBA game commentators for the 2025-26 season. Veteran analyst Tim Legler will join ESPN’s lead NBA broadcast team, which includes Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame broadcaster Mike Breen, analyst and NBA Champion Richard Jefferson and reporter Lisa Salters.Legler, Breen, Jefferson and Salters will call the NBA Finals on ABC, the Conference Finals, high-profile first and second round games during the NBA Playoffs, a Christmas Day game and NBA Saturday Primetime on ABC – the marquee, national NBA game of the week. Legler is celebrating his 25th anniversary with ESPN, having served as an analyst since 2000.
Season 51 of Austin City Limits (ACL) will return October 4 on PBS. ACL presents an all-star slate of highly-anticipated debuts and callbacks, including FINNEAS as the season opener and multiple 2025 Grammy nominees, including The Marías, My Morning Jacket, Charley Crockett, Waxahatchee, Samara Joy, Kelsea Ballerini, Cam and Jon Batiste. ACL will also celebrate the legendary Austin blues club Antone’s 50th anniversary as well as the series’ own 50+ year history of showcasing the blues in a special hour, Austin City Limits Celebrates Antone’s & the Blues, featuring a stellar slate of all-stars taking the ACL stage in a new installment.
Two part documentary Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television premieres September 9 on HBO, followed by part two airing September 10. The series takes audiences on a two-part journey through the history of Black representation on television, showcasing how Black artists and creators both shaped and revolutionized the medium while confronting the systemic challenges that have often undermined their contributions. From early stereotypical portrayals to today’s more authentic and complex narratives, the series highlights how Black television makers have not only survived but thrived, despite the industry’s early reluctance to fully recognize their power and creativity.
Improv sketch series The Hospital will premiere September 10 on BET. The four episode limited series will air two episodes each night, concluding with the finale on September 17. The series offers a “behind-the-scenes” look at what happens when you mix improv comedy with total medical negligence. This season is set inside the most incompetent medical facility in the country. Mostly improvised, the series is performed by KevOnStage Studios’ favorite established and emerging comedic actors, stand-up comedians, and social media stars.
Six part docuseries Unlocked: Family Secrets premieres September 27 on OWN. The series explores the emotional impact of family secrets in six courageous households. Each story reveals buried truths and generational mysteries, as families come together to share their stories, while confronting the past. Each episode features a different family sharing their personal stories of hidden secrets that have shaped and, in some cases, fractured their lives. Their revelations range from shocking to heartbreaking, but will always be grounded in authenticity, vulnerability and the shared pursuit of truth, new beginnings, and ultimately a path toward forgiveness. From a husband and father coming to terms with his sexual identity to a respected family man whose criminal past comes to light, and a woman who finds her birth mother only to unearth a secret that threatens to shatter the entire family,it delves into twists and turns in every episode.
Love Is Blind: France premieres September 10 on Netflix. Hosted by Teddy Riner and Luthna Plocus, the series follows 15 women and 15 men divided into pods as they meet, date, and get engaged – sight unseen – in their quest to find and marry their one true love.
Diary of a Ditched Girl will premiere on Netflix September 11. Meet Amanda: 31, single, and diving headfirst into the wild world of modern dating. Swipes, flings, heartbreaks – nothing’s off-limits in her quest for love. With her friends by her side, every date is a new adventure (and potential disaster). Why is finding love so hard?
Juan Gabriel: I Must, I Can, I Will premieres October 30 on Netflix. Juan Gabriel taught us about love and pain; a dreamer determined to succeed, who with his passing left us a personal archive that María José Cuevas transformed into the documentary series
Stand up comedy special Rel Talk premieres September 5 on Netflix. The series has Howery bringing his signature humor to Chicago’s What’s Funny Comedy Festival in a hilarious, high-energy stand-up performance, delivering a no-holds-barred set filled with sharp wit, signature storytelling, and unfiltered takes on everything from family and fame to everyday absurdities.
Countdown: Canelo vs. Crawford premieres September 4 on Netflix. Narrated by Josh Brolin (English) and Diego Luna (Spanish), go inside Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford’s training camps and personal lives as they prepare for their once in a lifetime super middleweight matchup. It showcases the unparalleled collision of talent and skill as the world eagerly awaits who will claim victory live on Netflix September 13.
