Exciting Premiere Dates for New and Returning Shows in 2026 on Broadcast, Cable, and Streaming
Upcoming TV Show Schedule for January and February 2026
As the new year unfolds, a variety of television shows are set to debut and return across numerous networks. From drama series to live sports events, audiences can look forward to an expansive lineup.
January 1 to 7 Highlights
The month kicks off on January 1 with the release of Run Away, a new drama series on Netflix, alongside a live special on the Rose Parade airing on ABC, NBC, and Great American Family. Sports fans can enjoy the Orange Bowl, Rose Bowl, and Sugar Bowl broadcasts on ESPN. January 2 features the reboot of Extreme Makeover Home Edition on ABC and the NHL Winter Classic on TNT/TBS.
On January 3, Dateline NBC returns for its 34th season. A busy January 4 includes the Season 36B premiere of America’s Funniest Home Videos, followed by When Calls the Heart on Hallmark Channel (Season 13) and the Critics Choice Awards, airing live on E! and USA Network.
As the week progresses to January 7, viewers can catch new episodes of Shifting Gears and Abbott Elementary on ABC, alongside the premiere of Harlan Coben’s Final Twist on CBS.
January 8 to 14 Highlights
On January 8, a packed evening features 9-1-1 and its spinoff 9-1-1: Nashville on ABC, along with the highly anticipated Grey’s Anatomy. The following day, January 9, sees new seasons of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune and 20/20, along with premieres of A Thousand Blows and Alpha Males on Hulu and Netflix, respectively.
The Golden Globes, a significant event in the awards calendar, will be held on January 11 on CBS, alongside new season launches for shows like The Night Manager on Prime Video and Industry on HBO.
Major Events and New Series
The next wave of premieres includes several notable releases. On January 12, the Golf Channel introduces several new golf-themed morning shows. January 13 brings back Tell Me Lies on Hulu, followed by the revival of Star Search on Netflix the next day.
The premiere of The Masked Singer takes its time slot on January 14, while Fox unveils Fear Factor: House of Fear, spotlighting new competition formats.
January 15 to February Highlights
As January progresses, more series come into play, including the debut of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy on January 15 and the launch of Happy’s Place on NBC the following week. The sports lineup continues with various bowl games, culminating in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game on January 19.
February presents several live events, starting with the Grammy Awards on CBS on February 1, followed by the Super Bowl LX on NBC a week later. Meanwhile, audiences can expect a mix of reality television, docuseries, and ongoing drama series as networks look to attract viewership during a pivotal winter season.
As the entertainment landscape evolves, viewers will have plenty of options to fill their screens in the coming months.
