While September officially kicks off the fall, October is truly when the season takes hold. The skies turn grayer, the leaves become more colorful, and “spooky season” arrives in full force, culminating in Halloween at the end of the month. And, while there may be a new show or two to help get you in the horrified mood, the list of series to watch for October runs the gamut, from returning broadcast favorites to new shows based on iconic horror franchises.
Here are the top 12 shows I’m most excited for in October 2026 across broadcast TV, Netflix, Hulu and more.?SIGN UP for Parade’s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox ?
The 12 Biggest TV Premieres in October 2026
Marshals Season 2 (CBS): Oct. 4
(L-R): Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton and Brecken Merrill as Tate Dutton in ‘Marshals’Fred Hayes/CBS
Earlier this year, Yellowstone fans got to see Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes) wear a brand-new hat, as the rancher and former Navy SEAL became one of the Montana Marshals. And, after a blockbuster first season on CBS, the spinoff is already back in the saddle to come back this fall. Season 2 will pick up from the pulse-pounding shootout cliffhanger that left multiple marshals’ lives hanging in the balance. But it seems like everyone on the team is still in attendance, including Cruz (Ash Santos), despite her saying her goodbyes at the end of last season. With Tate’s (Brecken Merrill) betrayal causing a rift between father and son, it seems Kayce has plenty of chaos to deal with both at home and on his home turf. And we’re loving every minute of it.Related: ‘Marshals’ Season 2 Trailer Drops—But Two Fan Favorites Are Noticeably Missing
NCIS: New York (CBS): Oct. 6
LL COOL J as Sam Hanna in ‘NCIS: New York’Cara Howe/CBS
NCIS spinoffs lately have had their hits (the Gibbs prequel Origins) and misses (the one-and-done Paramount+ series Tony & Ziva). But CBS is hoping a trip out east will fall squarely into the latter — and it helps to have a familiar face. NCIS: New York will take Sam Hanna (LL Cool J) from coast-to-coast, as he returns to his hometown of the Big Apple to lead a brand-new team. While LL is the only actor reprising his role, he’ll be joined by plenty of notable names, including Scott Caan and Jennifer Beals. But, given how many crossovers exist in the NCIS universe, we wouldn’t be surprised at all that some high-profile cameos will show up in a New York minute.Related: A 1980s Icon Just Joined ‘NCIS: New York’ — And Fans Are Already Thrilled
Carrie (Prime Video): Oct. 7
Summer H. Howell as Carrie in ‘Carrie’Courtesy of Amazon
Mike Flanagan is the proverbial prom king of televised horror. After hitting it big with The Haunting of Hill House, the director has gone on to create four more projects for Netflix, including Midnight Mass and The Fall of the House of Usher. Now Flanagan has transferred to a new streaming school as he gives another iconic horror property a new life: Carrie. Based on the novel of the same name that launched Stephen King’s career, Summer H. Howell takes a turn as the titular teen who contends with both rampant high school bullying and the emergence of telekinetic powers. Admittedly, it will be tough to top the Sissy Spacek film adaptation from 50 years ago. But if there’s anyone we can trust to give a bloody good new spin on one of horror’s most iconic characters, it’s Mike Flanagan.Related: Stephen King Fans React to New Footage of His Debut Novel’s ‘Surprising’ TV Adaptation
Eternally Yours (CBS): Oct. 8
(L-R) Ed Weeks as Charles, Allegra Edwards as Liz in ‘Eternally Yours’Bertrand Calmeau/CBS
For five years, Ghosts has given (after)life to comedy on CBS, as the adaptation of the hit British series has become one of the network’s most popular shows. Unfortunately, it will be a bit of time before we check back in with the denizens of Woodstone Manor, as the show isn’t set to return until midseason (save a couple of holiday specials). Luckily, another supernatural series has appeared in its place, courtesy of the same showrunner. Eternally Yours focuses on a married vampire couple played by Ed Weeks and Allegra Edwards who are well past the seven-year itch. The two are brought out of their stupor, however, when their daughter Emma (Helen J. Shen) begins to romance a human (Jaren Lewison). Hopefully the new series will have a “fang-tastic” reception and not serve as a nail in the coffin for renewal prospects.Related: CBS Reveals Trailer for the New Series From the ‘Ghosts’ Creators — And Fans Are Excited!
VisionQuest (Disney+): Oct. 14
Paul Bettany as Vision in ‘VisionQuest’Courtesy of Disney
MCU fans will be spending the next two months staring at the countdown clock, awaiting Dec. 18 when Avengers: Doomsday arrives. But if you want to bide some time before checking in with Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, you can head over to the small screen for the newest Disney+ miniseries. The second spinoff of WandaVision (the first, and most well-regarded off the experimental superhero TV shows), the series follows White Vision (Paul Bettany, as always), as he reconciles with his newly restored memories. As he attempts to lay low, he finds figuring himself out is much harder than expected, especially when a number of AI personas begin to start manifesting themselves in his mind. Bettany won’t be the only familiar artificial face, however, as, nearly a decade after lending his mellifluous tones to Age of Ultron, James Spader reprises his role as the titular terror, albeit trading the god complex for an art affinity.Related: ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Trailer Reveals the Mind-Blowing MCU Crossover Fans Have Waited Seven Years to See
Crystal Lake (Peacock): Oct. 15
Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees in ‘Crystal Lake’Courtesy of Peacock
In 1980, the face of horror was changed forever with a singular hockey mask. Friday the 13th introduced us to Jason Voorhees and his penchant for murdering teenagers, producing twelve films and myriad Halloween costumes. People may not remember, however, that Jason was not the killer in the original movie; rather his mother, Pamela Voorhees, was slaughtering youths as revenge for her child. Crystal Lake, a new Peacock prequel, will shine a spotlight on the matriarch, grieving her son’s alleged death as the town seemingly moves on from the tragedy. Things are far from returning to the status quo, however, when a series of bodies begin turning up, uncovering her dark history in the process. With recent Emmy winner Linda Cardellini anchoring the series, horror fans will be thrilled about getting a deep dive into the demented, depraved woman who would kick off one of the most iconic pop culture franchises ever.Related: Peacock Debuts First Trailer for Iconic 1980s Horror Franchise’s Terrifying Prequel Show
The Diplomat Season 4 (Netflix): Oct. 15
Keri Russell as Kate Wyler (L) and Rufus Sewell as Hal Wyler (R) in ‘The Diplomat’Courtesy of Netflix
If you’re getting too beleaguered by political machinations and tense international relations in our modern-day society, you can always turn to a slightly less dramatic version on Netflix. Over three seasons, The Diplomat has put Kate Wyler (Keri Russell) into a series of conflicts that span not only our country, but the entire world. Last year, Kate — and the audience — got brought fully into the White House inner circle, as new president Grace Hagan Penn (Allison Janney), and her mysterious intentions, entered the Oval Office. In one of her first maneuvers as Commander-in-Chief, she’s kept the Wylers at arm’s reach, making Hal (Rufus Sewell) her Vice President and co-conspirator. Season 4 will continue to build on the foursome of Kate, Hal, Grace, and First Gentleman Todd (Bradley Whitford), as the Americans’ conspiracy to steal Russia’s most powerful weapon could spark World War III. No matter what happens globally, things are about to go nuclear.Related: Matthew Rhys on Falling in Love With Keri Russell While Being Co-Stars: ‘You Can’t Fight It’
Tulsa King Season 4 (Paramount+): Oct. 16
Sylvester Stallone as Dwight Manfredi in ‘Tulsa King’Steve Swisher/Paramount+
2026 is proving to be a big year for Sylvester Stallone. This year marks the 50th anniversary of his career-making Rocky, and the milestone will also see the premiere of a first-ever biopic for the actor. But fans who are looking for their dose of the Oscar winner proper can see him on Paramount+, providing his trademark gruff demeanor to crime boss Dwight Manfredi in Tulsa King. Season 4 of the Taylor Sheridan series has Dwight attempting to keep his empire together, facing opposition from corrupt politicians, brand-new foes and a “crushing personal loss.” And, for Samuel L. Jackson fans, it’s the perfect way to bide time until his own Sheridan spinoff, Frisco King, makes its way over to streaming.Related: ‘Tulsa King’ Season 4 Sets October Premiere Date—See Sylvester Stallone’s First Official Trailer
Nobody Wants This Season 3 (Netflix): Oct. 22
(L to R) Adam Brody as Noah, Kristen Bell as Joanne in ‘Nobody Wants This’Courtesy of Netflix
Considering its massive popularity in its first two seasons, Nobody Wants This has to be one of the most ironically named TV shows in recent history. The romcom Netflix show starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody became an instant hit, as we’ve tracked the ups and downs of Noah and Joanne across 20 episodes. After recommitting to one another, the two have decided to take many next steps, from moving in together to Joanne continuing to navigate her complicated relationship with Judaism. And she’ll have many meshuggah people to do with along the way, including Sarah Silverman and Andrew Rannells, who both join Season 3 in recurring roles.Related: ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 3 Trailer Is Here & Teases the Relationship Everyone Wants to See
Newlyweds (NBC): Oct. 23
(L-R) Tim Daly as James, Tea Leoni as Jeanie in ‘Newlyweds’Nicole Weingart/NBC
Despite formerly being the home of “Must See TV,” NBC is surprisingly scant on the new comedies this TV season. One exception, however, is Newlyweds, starring real-life power couple Tim Daly and Tea Leoni. The new show follows a pair finding love in their twilight years, with her free-spirited nature and his buttoned-up professionalism a true testament to the phrase “opposites attract.” Not only is Newlyweds serving a slice of life by casting Daly and Leoni, who only got married last year, as its leads, it’s also co-created by Jamie Lee Curtis, with the story being at least partially based on the relationship with spouse Christopher Guest.Related: NBC Sets Fall Premiere Dates for 2026-27 Season, Including OneChicago Shows, ‘The Voice’ and ‘The Traitors: New Blood’
The Mob (Hulu): Oct. 26
The cast of ‘The Mob’Courtesy of Hulu
Four years in, The Traitors keeps, well, killing it. The hit Peacock series has become the latest reality TV smash, breaking both viewership and award records as viewers become mesmerized by the combination of high-stakes drama, jaw-dropping fights, and bank-breaking outfits. It was only a matter of time before a streaming competitor attempted their own take. Enter The Mob, Hulu’s own go at a celebrity-filled social strategy game of deception housed within a European estate. A cast of 12 stars, including DWTS judge Bruno Tonioli, The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives villain Demi Engmann and Netflix reality star Harry Jowsey will compete in a series of challenges based on famous mob movies. But despite working together as a group, only one of them, the “Don,” holds all the cards, with the ability to dole out rewards — and decide who goes home. Helmed by another beloved camp star, Parker Posey, we shall see if The Mob becomes the latest breakout all-star celebrity reality show, or if it winds up sleeping with the fishes.Related: ‘White Lotus’ Fan-Favorite to Host Reality Show Where Celebs Join ‘The Mob’
The One About Matthew Perry (Netflix): Oct. 27
Matthew PerryPhoto by Christopher Polk on Getty Images
In 2023, the world was rocked by the death of Friends star Matthew Perry, who passed from acute effects of ketamine use, along with accidental drowning. And three years after the shocking loss, Netflix is bringing the first-ever in-depth documentary about the late actor. The One About Matthew Perry is a three-part series covering the tumultuous life of the Emmy nominee, anchored by testimonies from his lifelong best friends and sister Mia Perry Bowick. Featuring unreleased photos and videos from the family’s private archive, it follows Perry’s roller coaster life, from his meteoric rise to one of TV’s favorite comedic stars to his private struggles with addiction. As Perry Bowlick puts it, “I hope this series gives everyone who loved him, whether personally or from afar, a deeper appreciation for who he truly was, and the legacy he leaves behind.”Related: Matthew Perry Would Have Turned 57 Today — Revisiting His Best Chandler Bing Moments on ‘Friends’
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