Fall TV Preview 2025: Your Curated Guide to the New Season
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Comedy remains king, while streamers pack fall with binge-worthy IPs
The oppressive heat of the summer is waning (in some parts), the leaves will fall soon, and TV is back to usher in your cozy time on the couch, hot bevy in hand. The fall 2025 TV schedule features a cornucopia of new and returning series, so the TV critics at CableTV.com are here with fan-friendly, hand-picked recs to help you cut through the industry noise and binge-watch your way to winter.
Not surprisingly, for most, the team has recommended a pair of returning Netflix dramas sure to tap into your fall spooky vibes. The second part of the newest season of Wednesday returns on September 3, while the final three-part season of Stranger Things resurfaces on November 26. But don’t worry if you’re not into thrills and chills like our critics, because we also included more drama-filled shows to (pumpkin) spice up our list.
All that drama aside, according to our critics, comedy will be king this fall (again), with staples like Only Murders in the Building and Emily in Paris returning. But don’t sleep on some of our off-the-beaten-path picks, like Hazbin Hotel and Chad Powers, which will be sure to tickle your funny bone.
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Now, this is the part of the fall TV rundown that I get really excited about because you won’t find these gems on most lists. Our critics are reppin’ new animation, like Ranma ½, game shows, like Celebrity Wheel of Fortune, featuring new host Ryan Seacrest, and even a documentary (Mr. Scorsese, a new five-part documentary about every film buff’s favorite blue-collar auteur).
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Wednesday Season 2 Part 2 | Netflix | September 3
Netflix’s latest viewer retention stunt will have you asking, “Wait, didn’t Wednesday already come out?”
While the first batch of Wednesday episodes dropped back in August, the second batch is coming on September 3. We left off with a cliffhanger: Will Wednesday wake up from her coma? Will she grow wise to the real evil stalking the halls of Nevermore? Or at least, we would be on a cliffhanger, if Netflix didn’t immediately release a trailer spoiling big moments from the rest of the season.
I’m including a different trailer, because I am a kind and benevolent reporter. —Olivia Bono, Staff Writer
Where to stream Wednesday
The Paper | Peacock | September 4
If you’ve been missing the warm fuzzies and big belly laughs you get from awkward comfort comedies like The Office and Parks and Recreation, consider subscribing to The Paper. Co-created by Greg Daniels (the man behind those two iconic shows) and Michael Koman (Nathan for You), The Paper finds the fictional documentary crew from The Office turning their cameras and boom mics toward the volunteer staff trying to revive The Toledo Truthteller, a historic local newspaper. Fans of The Office will recognize one of the paper’s staffers: Oscar Martinez (Oscar Nuñez) from Dunder Mifflin’s accounting department. Otherwise, it’s an all-new cast led by Domhnall Gleeson (Ex Machina). —Randy Harward, Senior Staff Writer
Where to stream The Paper
Only Murders in the Building Season 5 | Hulu | September 9
You’d think they’d move apartments eventually, but Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez will return for a fifth go-around of Hulu’s murder-mystery comedy.
We generally liked season four’s sidetrips to Hollywood and Los Angeles, but the show works best when it’s back in the Arconia, and this year’s big murder looks to have the gang sticking around New York again. The true crime podcasters will get tied up with the mob this season, and new guest stars include Keegan-Michael Key, Logan Lerman, Christoph Waltz, and Téa Leoni. —Eric Chiu, Internet Editor
Where to stream Only Murders in the Building
Futurama Season 13 | Hulu | September 15
Good news, everyone! Futurama is back (again), with the Planet Express crew returning from the void for Futurama’s lucky 13th season. On September 15, we get all ten episodes at once—Hulu’s first Futurama binge release. So get your Slurm and comfy pants ready for another round of glorious misadventures and satirical sci-fi zaniness involving an unhinged Bender, a potential rival for Fry’s love, and even an episode where Dr. Zoidberg ascends to heaven. —Randy Harward, Senior Staff Writer
Where to stream Futurama
Gen V Season 2 | Prime Video | September 17
When I first heard they were making a college-set spin-off of The Boys, my eyes rolled so hard I think I sprained something. The college spin-off has a notoriously bad track record (Saved by the Bell: The College Years, anyone?), but Gen V completely stuck the landing. It smartly kept the flagship’s dark, raunchy, and satirical tone while telling a more focused story.
Now, Season 2 drops us right back into the mess following the events of The Boys Season 4. With Homelander’s influence growing, our favorite super-students are returning to Godolkin University to face a sketchy new Dean. It’s all a recipe for another bloody, chaotic, anxiety-inducing school year. —Taylor Kujawa, Sports Editor
Where to stream Gen V
The Golden Bachelor Season 2 | ABC | September 24
If you’re into reality dating shows as much as I am and haven’t heard of The Golden Bachelor, then boy, are you in for a treat. The Bachelor franchise is already immensely popular, and last year, the makers of the show debuted its senior citizen version to prove love has no age limits. Even though this iteration was new, it still produced a lot of drama and conversation.
And heading into Season 2, there’s already a ton of intrigue after its lead, 66-year-old former NFL player Mel Owens, said he wouldn’t want to date anyone over 60. If all that happens this season is just women grilling Owens over his comments, that’s worth the price of admission. Of course, with any Bachelor show, the drama will be much higher than that. I’m so ready. —Alex Vejar, Junior Sports Writer
Where to stream The Golden Bachelor
Marvel Zombies | Disney+ | September 24
Amid Marvel’s current rough patch, its animated shows have generally had to fend for themselves when it comes to hype. But I’d argue that they’re the more interesting parts of Marvel’s streaming pipeline because they explore the weirder comic backroads that the movies could never touch. Marvel Zombies—which comes from the What If…? animated show and a 2005 Marvel comic series—is set in a post-apocalyptic world where multiple heroes and villains have been turned into zombies. —Eric Chiu, Internet Editor
Where to stream Marvel Zombies
Celebrity Wheel of Fortune Season 6 | ABC | September 26
Sometimes it feels like primetime game shows are your only escape from big franchise procedurals, sports, and reality TV (let alone reality itself). This September, Celebrity Wheel of Fortune returns for its sixth season on ABC, but with a new face at the helm: Ryan Seacrest is taking over hosting duties after Pat Sajak retired from the primetime spin-off earlier this year.
For those not in the know, Celebrity Wheel of Fortune features three famous contestants spinning the wheel for charity. Of course, regular Wheel creates its own kind of celebrities—like that lady from your hometown who solved the final puzzle and is now a local legend. But the stars on this version are a bit more recognizable, and they’re all playing for a good cause. —Taylor Kujawa, Sports Editor
Where to stream Celebrity Wheel of Fortune
Chad Powers | Hulu | September 30
The Manning brothers and Glen Powell look to do a Ted Lasso in this adaptation based on Eli Manning’s viral quarterback character Chad Powers. (If you showed this sentence to a 1950s TV executive, their brain would leak out of their nose like loose custard.) That said, the show could be interesting for a few reasons: Glen Powell on TV should be fun, they filmed scenes during real college football games, and it was co-created by Powell and Loki creator Michael Waldron. —Eric Chiu, Internet Editor
Where to stream Chad Powers
Grey’s Anatomy Season 22 | ABC | October 9
At this point, Grey Sloan Memorial is basically the Vegas of hospitals—what happens there never stays there. Expect more steamy hookups in the supply closet, heart-wrenching surgeries, and a new round of interns trying (and failing) to keep their lives together. After 22 seasons, the drama isn’t just alive, it’s on life support and thriving.—Sophie Hastings, Contributing Writer
Where to stream Grey’s Anatomy
Mr. Scorsese | Apple TV+ | October 17
Martin Scorsese is considered one of the most important, prolific, and influential directors in the history of cinema. He’s made classics like Raging Bull, Goodfellas, and The Departed. This new, five-part documentary about his life and career will feature extensive commentary from not only Scorsese himself, but Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day Lewis, and other figures in cinema. Scorsese is one of my favorite directors, so I am absolutely stoked about this series. If you love Scorsese or any of his films, this is a must-add for your fall TV schedule. —Alex Vejar, Junior Sports Writer
Where to stream Mr. Scorsese
Hazbin Hotel Season 2 | Prime Video | October 29
Hazbin Hotel, the musical comedy about porn stars, mad scientists, and cannibals trying to escape an overcrowded city in hell, is finally coming out of hiatus. New episodes begin dropping on October 29. You’ll have to move fast if you want to make a season-two-themed Halloween costume.
Also, leaving a note for all the parents reading this: No, your elementary-aged kids should not be watching Hazbin Hotel or its spinoff show Helluva Boss (which is also coming to Prime Video with new episodes starting September 10). If you wouldn’t show your kid an R-rated movie, you probably shouldn’t be buying them an Angel Dust hoodie. (Sorry, kids.) —Olivia Bono, Staff Writer
Where to stream Hazbin Hotel
Where to stream Helluva Boss
Ranma ½ Season 2 | Netflix | October TBD
Ranma ½ is a classic ‘80s and ‘90s anime about a teenage martial artist (Ranma) cursed to become a girl in cold water. It’s a fun romantic comedy that takes ridiculous turns and was re-imagined in 2024 with a full reboot. This version of Ranma is still fun and colorful, but updates the art style and introduces a new voice cast.
I’m really excited for the second season, you guys. This is one of my favorite currently running anime, right up there with Dan Da Dan and Delicious in Dungeon. —Olivia Bono, Staff Writer
Where to stream Ranma ½
IT: Welcome to Derry | HBO Max | October TBA
There’s still no specific release date for this HBO Original prequel series based on Stephen King’s 1986 novel, IT, but it remains scheduled for October 2025. Developed by Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti with Jason Fuchs, the first season of IT: Welcome to Derry is set in 1962 (relative to the events of 2017’s It) and will reveal the origin story of the film’s iconic villain, Pennywise the Dancing Clown. Bill Skarsgård reprises the role after the 2017 film and It: Chapter Two (2019). Two subsequent seasons will jump even farther back into IT lore, taking place in 1935 and 1908, respectively. —Randy Harward, Senior Staff Writer
Where to stream IT: Welcome to Derry
Dr. Seuss’s The Sneetches | Netflix | November 3
As someone who grew up watching the original Dr. Seuss on the Loose special, I’ve always had a soft spot for The Sneetches. So when I heard Netflix was making a new 45-minute animated version, my inner child was both excited and deeply skeptical. This special is the latest project from the streamer’s larger partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises, which already gave us the excellent Green Eggs and Ham series.
While this new take is definitely geared toward the preschool crowd, who can resist the timeless social satire of Sneetches on beaches? The story’s message about celebrating differences is more relevant than ever—and frankly, many adults could use the refresher. —Taylor Kujawa, Sports Editor
Where to stream Dr. Seuss’s The Sneetches
Landman Season 2 | Paramount+ | November 16
The hit Taylor Sheridan show about the cutthroat world of oil fields in western Texas returns for a second season on Paramount+. While Sheridan’s shows can occasionally tip into melodrama, Landman’s smaller scale and star Billy Bob Thornton’s performance as landman Tommy Norris keep the stakes relatively grounded. Along with Thornton, season two’s cast includes Demi Moore, Andy Garcia, and new addition Sam Elliott. —Eric Chiu, Internet Editor
Where to stream Landman
The Mighty Nein | Prime Video | November 19
Critical Role has been in the news a lot this year, from releasing a new TTRPG to announcing the release date for a new long-term campaign. But you don’t have to play TTRPGs or watch extremely long livestreams to enjoy Crit Role content.
Critical Role’s second campaign, The Mighty Nein, is coming to Prime Video as an animated series starting November 19. Taking place in the same world as its predecessor Vox Machina, The Mighty Nein follows a new adventuring party as they explore Wildemount, uncover mysteries, and you know, fight gnolls and stuff. —Olivia Bono, Staff Writer
Where to stream The Mighty Nein
A Man on the Inside Season 2 | Netflix | November 20
The Netflix retiree-mystery comedy, which reunites The Good Place creator Mike Schur and star Ted Danson, heads back to college for its second season. It’s no surprise coming from Schur—who also created Parks and Recreation—but I loved the show’s comedy chops, heart, and smart approach towards topics like seniors and aging. —Eric Chiu, Internet Editor
Where to stream A Man on the Inside
Stranger Things Season 5 | Netflix | November 26
Yes, it’s been so long since Season 4 of Stranger Things premiered that Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) has literally adopted a child. However, fans (including myself) are still waiting on the edge of their seats for the three-part fifth season, which will stagger its drops between November 26, December 25, and the series finale on December 31.
This season will pick up in Fall 1987, with the town of Hawkins under a military quarantine after the opening of the Rifts at the end of Season 4. While the government’s out hunting for Eleven, she and the rest of the Hawkins crew are plotting the final takedown of Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower). The stakes have never been higher. (But, TBH, as long as Steve Harrington doesn’t die, I’ll be happy.) —Logan Jones, Staff Writer
Where to stream Stranger Things
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 | Disney+ | December 10
With the Lightning Thief thwarted, Percy Jackson moves onto his second summer at Camp Half-Blood, and his second demigod quest: the quest for the golden fleece. The second season of Percy Jackson will cover the second book, Sea of Monsters.
The series has already been renewed for Season 3, so it’s officially covering more of the story than the flop films from the 2010s. Will we actually see the full saga done justice on the screen this time? Time will tell! I still like the musical best. —Olivia Bono, Staff Writer
Where to stream Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Fallout Season 2 | Prime Video | December 17
The first season of Amazon’s Fallout video game series adaptation was pretty satisfying, as far as video game adaptations go (although there could be more creatures and action—just sayin’). As a fan, I’m thrilled that, in the second season, the series sends Lucy MacLean (Ella Purnell), Maximus (Aaron Moten), The Ghoul/Cooper Howard (Walton Goggins), and Dogmeat to New Vegas, a major location from my favorite Fallout game, Fallout: New Vegas. Granted, it’ll be 15 years after the events of the game, but doesn’t that feel like the New Vegas sequel some of us would like to see (or play)? —Randy Harward, Senior Staff Writer
Where to stream Fallout
Emily in Paris Season 5 | Netflix | December 18
Emily’s still running around Paris in fabulous outfits that definitely don’t match her bank account, juggling love triangles like they’re part of her job description. This season promises more messy romances, questionable marketing pitches, and Instagram-worthy croissant shots. Basically, it’s your guilty pleasure vacation—no passport required. —Sophie Hastings, Contributing Writer
Where to stream Emily in Paris
Wonder Man | Disney+ | December TBD
If your first reaction to a Wonder Man series is, “Who the heck is Wonder Man?”—don’t worry, you’re not alone. I won’t blame you for being unfamiliar with the superpowered actor. But with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in the lead role, I’m already sold. He’s more than proven his comic book acting chops as Cal Abar in HBO’s fantastic Watchmen series, let alone also appearing as Black Manta in Aquaman.
After recent Hollywood satires like The Franchise and The Studio spent entire seasons ripping on the MCU, Wonder Man is Marvel’s chance to finally get in on the joke. And you know the tone will be perfectly unhinged with Ben Kingsley’s Trevor Slattery back on the call sheet. —Taylor Kujawa, Sports Editor
Where to stream Wonder Man
Fall TV is here—don’t miss out
Your coworkers chat about their fav binges around the water cooler, your partner wields their TV knowledge with aplumb at all the holiday parties, and your kids, well, they’ve lapped you in terms of what’s hot and new. Check out our weekly What To Watch column by our Senior Staff Writer, Randy Harward, to stay up to date on all the latest and greatest TV premieres.
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