The roster covers hundreds of broadcast, cable and streaming programs debuting throughout 2025, including many still listed as TBA (to be announced). It includes series premieres and season debuts, shows returning from hiatus and some one-offs such as live sports and awards shows but not movies or specials. Note that older premiere dates are listed at the bottom and that not all PBS outlets premiere their shows on the same day.
If you’re anything like the rest of us—living for your next binge, obsessing over your favorite TV characters, and always asking “When is that show coming back?”—you’ve landed in the right place. The 2025 TV schedule is packed tighter than your Netflix queue, and we’re breaking it all down right here. Whether you’re a die-hard network loyalist, a cable traditionalist, or a streaming junkie, we’ve got your full premiere guide. Let’s jump in!
Why 2025 Is a Major Year for TV Fans
2025 is shaping up to be a game-changer in television. With the writers’ strikes officially behind us and production pipelines flowing again, networks and streamers are bringing the heat. Expect reboots, original series, long-awaited season premieres, and a handful of surprise drops.
Broadcast Networks – Big Hits and Bold New Stories
ABC’s 2025 Lineup
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Returning Favorites:
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Grey’s Anatomy (Season 21): March 6, 2025
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The Good Doctor (Final Season): April 2, 2025
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New Shows to Watch:
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Code Red: A high-stakes firefighter drama – premieres April 15, 2025
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Family First: A heartfelt comedy about a blended family – drops May 1, 2025
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CBS’s Prime Time Powerhouses
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NCIS (Season 23): Premieres February 10, 2025
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FBI: Most Wanted and FBI: International return on February 12
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Fresh Entries:
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Quantum Squad: Sci-fi meets crime – debuts March 10
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Hearts in Boston: A romantic procedural (yes, that’s a thing) – April 7
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NBC’s Heavy Hitters Return
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Law & Order SVU (Season 27): Returns March 5
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Chicago Fire/Med/PD Trio: Returns together on March 4
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New Series:
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Deadline: A newsroom drama with sharp twists – March 19
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The Summit: Political thriller, drops April 22
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FOX Bringing Back the Laughs (and the Chaos)
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9-1-1: Lone Star (Season 6): May 13
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The Cleaning Lady (Season 4): March 25
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New Additions:
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Prep School: A satire set in an elite boarding school – April 9
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Crime Fam: Dark comedy featuring a dysfunctional mob family – May 20
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Streaming Platforms – Where Innovation Lives
Streaming services are continuing to dominate the landscape, offering bolder stories and more binge-worthy content.
Netflix’s 2025 Must-Watch Premieres
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Bridgerton (Season 4): March 14, 2025
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The Night Agent (Season 2): February 28
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New Originals:
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Lucid: A mind-bending sci-fi thriller – January 30
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Bounty: A post-apocalyptic drama – April 11
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Hulu’s 2025 Gems
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Only Murders in the Building (Season 4): Returns April 2
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The Bear (Season 3): June 20
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New Titles:
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The Vault: A psychological thriller – February 20
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Girl Code: A millennial-centric tech startup comedy – March 13
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Disney+ Brings More Marvel and Star Wars
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The Mandalorian (Season 4): July 18
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Daredevil: Born Again: August 10
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New Arrivals:
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Young Avengers: July 3
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Star Wars: Dawn of the Force: September 5
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House of the Dragon (Season 3): June 9
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The Last of Us (Season 2): October 6
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Premiering Soon:
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Vice City: A gritty crime drama – August 12
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High Court: A legal-political satire – September 18
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Cable Network Highlights – Still Going Strong
Cable’s not going anywhere just yet, and 2025 proves it.
AMC’s Dark and Twisty Lineup
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The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live (Season 2): April 14
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Interview with the Vampire (Season 3): June 1
FX Is Still Killing It
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American Horror Story (Season 13): September 25
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Fargo (Season 6): November 7
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Fresh FX:
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Crimson Lake: A Southern Gothic drama – August 14
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Showtime’s Edgy Slate
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Yellowjackets (Season 3): May 4
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Billions: Aftermath: July 22
Trends to Watch in 2025 TV Premieres
Smarter Storytelling Is the New Norm
With audiences demanding complexity and nuance, shows are ditching one-dimensional plots for richer storytelling.Visual Styles Are Getting Bolder
Expect more cinematic aesthetics, creative filming, and immersive soundtracks that feel more like movies than TV.
Diversity and Representation Are Front and Center
2025’s lineups feature broader cultural narratives and underrepresented voices like never before.
Tips to Keep Up With All These Shows
Use a Premiere Tracker App
Tools like TV Time, JustWatch, or Reelgood can help keep your TV calendar organized.
Share With Friends and Set Watch Parties
More shows = more fun with others. Schedule watch parties or sync up your binges.
Subscribe to Streaming Alerts
Turn on notifications so you never miss a surprise drop.
Final Thoughts – 2025 Is a TV Lover’s Dream
From jaw-dropping reboots to explosive new dramas, 2025 is absolutely stacked with can’t-miss content. Whether you’re addicted to cliffhangers or crave comedy, you’ll have no shortage of shows to obsess over. Stay tuned—this is the golden age of bingeing.
