Streaming platforms are rolling out their autumn 2026 lineups, offering viewers a massive slate of new series, returning fan favorites, and high-profile book adaptations across Hulu, Netflix, Apple TV, HBO, and other networks. According to network schedules, the fall season features everything from sports comedies and legal dramas to high-fantasy returns and gritty literary adaptations.
Fall 2026 TV Premieres and Returning Hits
The autumn television calendar kicks off with high-profile comedy and drama returns. According to Hulu, Glen Powell returns in Chad Powers Season 2 on Sept. 3, following Russ Holliday’s continued attempts to maintain his bumbling alter ego without sparking a massive scandal. Peacock brings back The Paper Season 2 on Sept. 9, returning to the Toledo Truth Teller’s newsroom with editor-in-chief Ned (Domhnall Gleeson) and reporter Mare (Chelsea Frei), following their Season 1 finale kiss.
Drama, Thrillers, and Sci-Fi Adaptations
Apple TV expands its thriller repertoire on Sept. 9 with the Australian series Last Seen, starring Patrick Brammall as a police dispatcher searching for his long-missing daughter, according to Apple TV schedules. Meanwhile, Netflix adapts John Steinbeck’s East of Eden on Oct. 1, written and executive produced by Zoe Kazan and starring Florence Pugh as Cathy Ames, framing the character as an antihero. HBO and Sky debut their legal anthology drama War on Oct. 1, following the public divorce of movie star Carla Duval (Sienna Miller) and tech entrepreneur Morgan Henderson (Dominic West).
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Season 3 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power premiere?
Who stars in Netflix’s adaptation of East of Eden?
According to Netflix casting announcements, the series stars Florence Pugh as Cathy Ames, alongside Christopher Abbott and Mike Faist.
Where can I watch Chad Powers Season 2?
According to Hulu, Chad Powers Season 2 premieres on Sept. 3 on the platform.
What is the premise of HBO’s legal drama War?
According to HBO and Sky, the anthology series follows the public divorce between movie star Carla Duval (Sienna Miller) and tech entrepreneur Morgan Henderson (Dominic West).
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