As autumn approaches, viewers can anticipate a diverse slate of new and returning television series across multiple streaming platforms and networks, encompassing genres from crime drama to sci-fi, dance competitions to literary adaptations.
The UK version of "Saturday Night Live" returns with a second series on Sky One, defying early skepticism about its viability. The renewed cast includes Freddie Meredith, known from "Big Boys," as the show continues to offer fresh comedic sketches.
Apple TV+ premieres the sixth season of the acclaimed spy drama "Slow Horses" on September 16. This season shifts focus from traditional espionage to a tense manhunt, with MI5’s Slough House team led by Jackson Lamb (Gary Oldman) protecting their agents from an unknown enemy amidst the return of antagonist Frank Harkness.
Paramount+ debuts "Mobland" on September 18, starring Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren as ex-convicts Conrad and Maeve Harrigan who resume their criminal activities, much to the chagrin of their son Kevin (Paddy Considine), who has ambitions to lead the family’s criminal enterprise. Tom Hardy features as fixer Harry De Souza, adding to the tense dynamics.
On September 19, BBC One revamps its "Strictly Come Dancing" lineup, introducing new hosts Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe, and Johannes Radebe. Celebrity contestants include Dani Dyer, Dame Sarah Storey, Shaun Wright-Phillips, and Jaime Winstone, marking a shift in the long-running dance competition.
HBO Max releases "Youth" on September 21, featuring Sharon Horgan as Alex, a menopausal divorcee balancing parenting and caregiving responsibilities while rediscovering her romantic life. The series reflects Horgan’s return to starring in her own written work.
Sky’s "The Wargame," also premiering September 21, presents a speculative week-long drama exploring the consequences of a hypothetical Russian invasion of the United Kingdom. The production uniquely features real-life former politicians and military figures, including Michael Gove and Nicola Sturgeon, simulating government crisis management.
Channel 4’s "The Great British Bake Off" returns September 22 with Nigella Lawson joining as a new judge alongside Paul Hollywood. The lineup includes a diverse group of contestants, such as a drag king and a doctor, amid unconfirmed reports of behind-the-scenes tensions between the judges.
Netflix releases "East of Eden" on October 1, a reinterpretation of John Steinbeck’s classic novel portrayed through the perspective of antagonist Cathy Ames, played by Florence Pugh. The series delves into themes of family conflict and generational trauma involving the Trask family.
Prime Video’s "Kill Jackie" follows on October 2, featuring Catherine Zeta-Jones as a retired Welsh cocaine dealer whose life is threatened when assassins are hired to eliminate her. The series combines crime thriller elements with dark humor.
Also on October 2, Sky One debuts "War," a courtroom drama starring Dominic West and Sienna Miller as estranged spouses embroiled in a bitter legal battle, highlighting the personal toll of high-profile divorces.
Prime Video’s October 7 release of "Carrie" brings a new adaptation of Stephen King’s 1974 horror novel through the direction of Mike Flanagan, known for his work on "The Haunting of Hill House" and "Midnight Mass." The story follows telekinetic outcast Carrie White as she faces bullying and family abuse.
On October 30, Apple TV+ launches "Nocturne," a crime drama centered on serial killer Jurek Walter (Stephen Graham) and a detective’s risky plan involving an undercover FBI agent to locate the remains of the killer’s last victim.
ITV1’s thriller "The Party," inspired by Elizabeth Day’s novel, is set for release in October. It focuses on the 40th birthday of Tory politician Ben Fitzmaurice (Tom Cullen), whose life unravels after a confrontation with an old friend reveals a dangerous secret.
Disney+ continues its second season of "Rivals" with the second installment arriving November 11. The series maintains its gritty tone, featuring escalating conflicts among characters and hinting at new developments in personal relationships.
Prime Video rounds out the season with "Blade Runner 2099" on November 25, a science fiction series set five decades after the film sequel. The story centers on Cora (Hunter Schafer), a blade runner pursuing renegade replicants in a futuristic Los Angeles, assisted by her replicant partner Olwen (Michelle Yeoh).
These new offerings promise a robust autumn lineup for viewers seeking compelling storytelling across genres, with many series exploring complex characters and contemporary themes.