The 20 TV Shows We're Excited to Watch This Summer ...Saudi Arabia

With Memorial Day come and gone, the summer season has unofficially kicked off! But, while the sun and surf are calling your name, there's plenty of great TV inviting you back indoors for the next few months. This summer contains a wide array of highly anticipated shows, ranging from the return of Emmy-winning shows to exciting new series to the newest edition of your favorite reality shows.

Here are the 20 shows we're most excited to check out in summer 2026, until Labor Day.

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June 2026 TV premieres

America’s Got Talent Season 21 (NBC): June 2

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The acts are warmed up, the judges have been seated, and the buzzers are ready! This year, America’s Got Talent celebrates a whopping 20 years on the air, having brought to the spotlight a skilled array of singers, dancers, magicians, and everything in between. We shall see if the hit NBC reality show will do anything special to commemorate the milestone, including appearances from some famous faces from seasons past. Regardless, the game is still the same for Season 21, as Simon Cowell, Mel B, Sofia Vergara, Howie Mandeland host Terry Crews return to find the next big undiscovered talent. While much remains the same about the show from last season, AGT is throwing in a brand-new round this summer, as the “Judges’ Callback” will give a second chance for acts to make it through to the live shows and the endgame of the season.Related: ‘America’s Got Talent’ Returns for Season 21—With a Brand-New Twist

Love IslandUSA Season 8 (Peacock): June 2

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It hasn’t truly felt like summer the past few years until we get Love Island back on our screens on a near-daily basis. Once again, we’ll be treated to a new group of sexy singles entering the Fijian Villa, looking for love (in what some would say, all the wrong places). Since its breakout season in 2024, the American version has become one of the hottest reality shows, helping put Peacock on the map as a bastion of unscripted TV. Ariana Madix will once again enter the Villa to lend her hosting skills, while the “Aftersun” after show will instead be hosted by Tefi Pessoa and Ciara Miller. The Summer House star will be using Love Island as a warm-up act for Dancing with the Stars this fall, which she’ll compete on alongside previous “Aftersun” host Maura Higgins.Related: Which Love Island USA Couples Are Still Together?

Cape Fear (Apple TV): June 5

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Almost 70 years ago, The Executioners by John D. MacDonald lit up bookshelves. But you know the story by a different name, Cape Fear, due to the numerous film adaptations, with the most recent starring Robert DeNiro. Now, the terrifying tale makes its TV debut (outside of a classic episode of The Simpsons, of course) on Apple TV. This time, it’s Javier Bardem whose criminal seeks revenge for the married couple who helped put him away (played by Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson) at any cost. Whether it be strapping himself to the underside of a car or stalking a family on a houseboat, the Oscar winner’s portrayal will be sure to keep everyone in titular terror.

The Vampire Lestat/Interview with the Vampire Season 3 (AMC) June 7

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While it seems like the world has moved on from vampires post-Twilight and True Blood, AMC has very much proven that’s not the case. Since 2022, the network’s adaptation of Anne Rice’sInterview with the Vampire has titillated viewers, making a meal out of the emotional and complicated romance between Louis (Jacob Anderson) and Lestat (Sam Reid). The show depicting the lives of immortal creatures has taken on a new life in Season 3, changing its title to The Vampire Lestat after Rice’s second book in her iconic series. Despite the new name, though, we’re still in store for plenty of the familiar with one of AMC’s most popular shows, with hopefully enough “Loustat” to heat up this summer even more.

Every Year After (Prime Video): June 10

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It’s been almost a year since The Summer I Turned Pretty came to a close. And while a feature film is on the way, there is still a hole in many people’s hearts to be filled with dramatic, passionate teenage romance. And Amazon hopes they found a proper fill-in with their new Prime Video series Every Year After. Based on the novel Every Summer After by Carley Fortune, the show takes place over the course of six unforgettable summers, as Persephone Fraser (Sadie Soverall) and Sam Florek (Matt Cornett) form a complicated relationship that both develops and disintegrates. Helmed by showrunner Amy B. Harris (Sex and the City, The Carrie Diaries), I couldn’t help but wonder: Has Amazon found its next YA hit?Related: ‘Every Summer After’ Is Getting a Prime Video Adaptation—And Book Fans Will Notice These Changes

Sweet Magnolias Season 5 (Netflix): June 11

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Meanwhile, over on Netflix, literary romance fans have gotten their fill since May 2020 courtesy of Sweet Magnolias. For four seasons so far, we’ve watched Maddie (JoAnna Garcia Swisher), Dana (Brooke Elliott) and Helen (Heather Headley) navigate everything from marriages to infidelity to divorces, and everything in between. But can the trio of best friends handle a move up north? With Maddie being offered a new publishing job up in New York City, Season 5 will take us to the Big Apple, proving that no matter where you go, it’s always margarita night somewhere.Related: ‘Sweet Magnolias’ Season 5 Finally Has a Release Date — And Fans Won’t Wait Much Longer!

House of the Dragon Season 3 (HBO): June 21

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It’s truly surreal to think Game of Thrones premiered 15 years ago, considering how much the land of Westeros and its characters have had an iron grip on pop culture since then. While the original show ended in 2019, it has had a couple of successors, most notably House of the Dragon. Season 3, which will serve as the penultimate season of the HBO prequel, will continue to stir up the tension in the Targaryen civil war, as Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Alicent (Olivia Cooke) and look to gain and maintain the Iron Throne, respectively. What will the kingdom look like with Aegon (Tom Glynn-Carney) vacating the throne? How much more blood will be shed, bodies burned by dragon fire? Will Daemon (Matt Smith) ever leave Harrenhal? The answers to these should be sweeter and more pleasing than a helping of milk of the poppy.Related: ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 Finally Has a Release Date — Plus First Trailer and What Might Happen Next

The Bear Season 5 (FX/Hulu): June 25

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Since 2022, we have relied on sitting down one summer day in late June to binge the sumptuous meal that is The Bear. And indeed, the Emmy-winning culinary “comedy” is back for a fifth course on FX and Hulu on June 25. But things are left up in the air more than ever, with Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) leaving “Beef” behind, in the trusting hands of Sydney (Ayo Edebiri) and Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach). Perhaps the superstar chef already knows what guest star Jamie Lee Curtis has teased: That Season 5 of The Bear may be its last. If that’s the case, we should expect another 10-episode batch of intense family drama, high-stress kitchen scenes, and all-star guest appearances from Brie Larson to John Mulaney to Bob Odenkirk to the late Rob Reiner. Regardless of whether this is our last time seeing our ragtag group of Chicago restaurateurs, getting to check in with them again has us eagerly saying, “Yes, chef!”

Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness (HBO): June 26

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On July 4, America will celebrate its 250th birthday. Leave it to Larry David to make a party all about himself. Two years after Curb Your Enthusiasm went off the air, the legendary comedian is back on HBO, giving his own take on American history in Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness. The seven-episode series gets David back to his sketch roots from his time on SNL, taking a variety of cracks at famous moments across the quarter-millennium history of the U.S. The show should feature plenty of famous faces from Curb Your Enthusiasm, and has the backing (though begrudgingly, if you ask them) from Barack and Michelle Obama.Related: Larry David’s Net Worth in 2026 Is Pretty, Pretty Good! How He Made a Fortune From ‘Seinfeld’ and ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’

July 2026 TV premieres

Elle (Prime Video): July 1

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Oh my god, you guys, it’s been 25 years since Legally Blonde hit theaters! The iconic Reese Witherspoon comedy has transcended multiple mediums since 2001, spawning a sequel, a reality show, and even a popular musical. So, when the idea was floated out to bring the story of Elle Woods to television, Amazon simply replied, “What, like it’s hard?” Elle serves as a prequel to Harvard Law and even the Delta Nu sorority, as the titular protagonist, this time played by Lexi Minetree, navigates high school in Seattle during the 1990s. Safe to say, I don’t know if her “think pink” mindset will vibe with the grunge scene at the time. Regardless, the series doesn’t have to bend (and snap) to become a Prime Video mainstay, as it’s already been renewed for Season 2.Related: Amazon’s ‘Legally Blonde’ TV Series Gets a Release Date—and a Season 2 Renewal

Little House on the Prairie (Netflix): July 9

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For over a decade, viewers were obsessed with the life and times of the Ingalls family on Little House on the Prairie. Based on the iconic book series by Laura Ingalls Wilder, we were taken back a century, watching the trials and tribulations that came with living a “simpler” life on the frontier. Now, Wilder’s work gets brought into the 21st century, as a new adaptation of Little House is coming to Netflix on July 9. Based on her third book of the same name, which also served as the pilot movie of the original series, the new version comes courtesy of Rebecca Sonnenshine, who recently broke out with her screenplay of The Housemaid. But, even though Little House on the Prairie is now in the streaming era, don’t expect any gruesome bloodshed, or curse words coming out of Laura’s (Alice Halsey) mouth. Related: Netflix’s ‘Little House on the Prairie’ Reboot Sets July Premiere Date — First Look Revealed

Big Brother Season 28 (CBS): July 9

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Has Big Brother hit its modern-day stride? Admittedly, it’s tough to maintain quality for a show that airs 40 episodes over a nearly three-month game. But the past two summers have been ones for the ages for the iconic CBS reality series, now over 25 years on the air. Groups of houseguests are chock full of big, chaotic players, who have made some of the wildest moves in recent memory. The advent of the “A.I. Arena/BB Blockbuster” has been one of the show’s most successful twists ever, providing a much-needed shot in the arm to Thursday night eviction episodes. And Big Brother 28 hopes to continue the streak when it premieres July 9. CBS has advertised this as one of the show’s biggest seasons to date, including more episodes of the companion series Big Brother: Unlocked. And, at some point, the show will hit its 1,000th episode, etching Julie Chen Moonves and company into the pantheon of TV history. Considering what we’re already expecting, imagine the unexpected that’s yet to come!Related: ‘Big Brother 28’ Announces Premiere Date, Brings Back ‘Unlocked’ for Biggest Season Ever

The Five-Star Weekend (Peacock): July 9

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One of the quintessential summer staples is a weekend by the water, a few days by the ocean or a lake with close friends or family to welcome in the warm weather. And that’s what Hollis Shaw (Jennifer Garner) aims to accomplish in The Five-Star Weekend. The new Peacock series centers on a famous chef and author who suffers a devastating loss that begins to crack the frame of her seemingly picture-perfect life. Trying to overcome her grief, Hollis brings together people from all parts of her life to Nantucket, reconciling her past in more ways than one. Based on Elin Hilderbrand’s 2023 novel, despite the title, the cast is packed with stars, including Garner, Chloë Sevigny, Regina Hall, Gemma Chan, D’Arcy Carden and Timothy Olyphant.

Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro (ABC): July 13

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Dancing with the Stars is a life-changing experience for more than just the celebs who come onto the show every year. The biggest constants in the hit ABC reality show’s equation have been the pros. And, as DWTS has seen a resurgence in popularity the past few years, the professional dancers have become celebrities in their own right, making household names out of people like Derek Hough, Julianne Hough and Mark Ballas. And the latter will help determine who will be the next to join them on the new spinoff Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro. Joined by his mother (and Strictly Come Dancing head judge) Shirley Ballas, twelve up-and-coming dancers will put their creativity and charisma to the test in the hopes of joining the flagship series this fall. It’s an interesting symbol of how much DWTS has remained in the spotlight over 20 years, creating an outright reality show about casting someone on another reality show.Related: ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Launching New Spinoff to Crown the Next Pro

The Hawk (Netflix): July 16

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Despite his meteoric rise to fame on Saturday Night Live over 30 years ago, interestingly, Will Ferrell has not done much since in leading a TV show. But that all changes with The Hawk. The new comedy series aims to do to golf what Talladega Nights and Blades of Glory did for racecar driving and figure skating, respectively. Ferrell plays Lonnie "The Hawk" Hawkins, a golfer looking to regain his former glory by rejoining the PGA tour — and competing against his own son. The Emmy winner is joined by a cast on par with some of his best supporting players, including Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, Luke Wilson and Chris Parnell. When it comes to sinking the comedic putt, we shall see if Ferrell is able to nail the birdie, or sink a bogey.Related: Will Ferrell’s Golf Comedy Series ‘The Hawk’ Gets Premiere Date

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 (Paramount+): July 23

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While the “new era” of Star Trek has been in existence for almost a decade, lately has felt like a bit of a red alert situation. Its latest venture, Starfleet Academy, earned a number of criticisms, and a subsequent cancellation after its upcoming second season. And the only other Trek show putting out new episodes, Strange New Worlds, has announced that it will also be ending its communication after five seasons. Luckily, we still have a full 10-episode Season 4 before we get to that endpoint, giving us plenty more time with the crew of the Starship Enterprise. Strange New Worlds has truly been the “box of chocolates” (albeit replicated ones) Star Trek show, as every week has wildly swung through various genres and tones. From a murder mystery to a mockumentary to a flat-out musical, much like the planets and species the Starfleet crew interact with on a daily basis, we never truly know what is in store.Related: ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ Returns for Season 4 With More Adventure — And Puppets! Premiere Date Announced! Get a First Look!

Stuart Fails to Save the Universe (HBO Max): July 23

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While it’s been off the air since 2019, The Big Bang Theory has lived on through a variety of spin-offs. So far, Young Sheldon and Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage have been bona fide successes for CBS. But its latest is far and away its most strange. Stuart Fails to Save the Universe focuses on the titular comic book store owner (played by Kevin Sussman), who is forced to become the hero of his own story when he accidentally brings about the end of the universe. Flanked by girlfriend Denise (Lauren Lapkus), geologist Bert (Brian Posehn), and frenemy Kripke (John Ross Bowie), Stuart will go on a grand adventure through the multiverse, in the hopes of re-establishing his own. Interestingly, given how sci-fi it is, the HBO Max series seems like the perfect show that Sheldon and Leonard would watch themselves!Related: 7 Years Later, ‘Big Bang Theory’ Universe Returns With First Look at Spinoff

August 2026 TV premieres

Ted Lasso Season 4 (Apple TV): Aug. 5

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In 2023, we “Believe”d Ted Lasso was over. The Emmy-winning soccer comedy had seemingly taken its last shot, with Ted (Jason Sudeikis) leaving AFC Richmond behind to go back home to his family. But, after much rumor and speculation, Apple TV announced in 2025 that this wouldn’t be the last we’d see of the pitch. The new season will pull on a thread from the Season 3 finale, with Keeley (Juno Temple) proposing an AFC Richmond Women’s Team to Rebecca (Hannah Waddingham). And so, soon enough, Ted finds himself traveling back across the pond, with a new group of faces to inspire with his unique coaching skills. While not everyone is returning from Season 4, Ted Lasso’s return will feature a fair amount of familiar faces, including Temple, Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, Brett Goldstein and Brendan Hunt. Hopefully, this new life for AFC Richmond will be more surprising and delicious than biscuits with the boss!Related: ‘Ted Lasso’ Season 4 Release Date Finally Announced — And the First Trailer Says a Lot

Anna Pigeon (USA Network): Aug. 7

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In 2024, Comcast separated several NBCUniversal channels into its own entity, including USA Network. Gone are the days of Suits, White Collar, and Mr. Robot, with very little original content left. So the former “characters welcome” network is eagerly welcoming in one big character, the titular lead of new series Anna Pigeon. Led by former Chicago P.D. fan favorite Tracy Spiridakos, the drama focuses on a city slicker who, after undergoing a devastating loss, heads into the wilderness to start her life over as a park ranger. And, while she’s trying to outrun the demons she left behind, she finds new ones in the woods, as she works to solve crimes in national parks. It’s a perfect way to spend time in the great outdoors without ever needing to leave your air conditioning!Related: Tracy Spiridakos Shares Sneak Peek at 'Awesome New Role' Following 'Chicago P.D.' Departure

Lanterns (HBO): Aug. 16

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Since James Gunn has taken over the DC Universe, he’s primarily focused on the Man of Steel. But he’ll be trading that in for a powerful green ring in the new HBO series Lanterns. The new series will focus on two iterations of the Green Lantern, Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and John Stewart (Aaron Pierre), as they investigate a murder in Nebraska that the former believes may be extraterrestrial in nature. To say it’s an unconventional superhero story would be an understatement. So it’s no surprise that Lanterns is co-created by Damon Lindelof who, alongside Lost and The Leftovers, revolutionized comic books on TV with his adaptation of Watchmen. With a style reminiscent of True Detective and Slow Horses, Lanterns goes to show that a superhero series, much like hard-light construction, can take on many different forms.

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