Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Peacock, Including ‘The Rainmaker’

Peacock’s early-September slate mixes fresh premieres with big library additions and a handful of current chart-toppers. From a new mockumentary set in the world of ‘The Office’ to an adaptation of John Grisham’s ‘The Rainmaker,’ there’s a lot landing right in time for weekend viewing, alongside long-running staples that just joined the service.

Below you’ll find ten TV picks drawn from this week’s arrivals and the platform’s most-watched list. For each title, we’ve included what it’s about and the key names behind it—creators, cast, and producers—so you can jump in with the essentials at a glance.

‘The Paper’ (2025–present)

‘The Paper’ is a mockumentary comedy from Greg Daniels and Michael Koman that follows the documentary crew from ‘The Office’ as they relocate to Toledo, Ohio, to chronicle a publisher’s attempt to revive a legacy local newspaper. The series premieres on Peacock on Thursday, September 4, with Season 1 structured as ten half-hour episodes produced by Universal Television.

The ensemble is led by Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore, with ‘The Office’ alum Oscar Nuñez among the cast. Executive producers include Greg Daniels, Michael Koman, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Howard Klein, and Ben Silverman, continuing the single-camera, mockumentary approach associated with ‘The Office.’

‘LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising’ (2023–present)

‘LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising’ continues the post-Merge saga as veteran ninja Lloyd teams with new heroes Arin and Sora to safeguard elemental dragons across newly fused realms. Produced by WildBrain Studios in partnership with The LEGO Group, the show brings its third season to Peacock on Thursday, September 4, with episodes running about 22 minutes.

The voice cast includes Sam Vincent, Vincent Tong, Kelly Metzger, Brent Miller, Andrew Francis, Deven Mack, and Sabrina Pitre. While developed as a sequel to the original ‘Ninjago’ series, ‘Dragons Rising’ is a distinct production from WildBrain’s Vancouver studio, with Season 3 expanding the lore and character lineup introduced in earlier seasons.

‘Buried in the Backyard’ (2018–present)

‘Buried in the Backyard’ examines homicide cases where victims are discovered in seemingly ordinary places—yards, beaches, wooded areas—and reconstructs investigations through law-enforcement interviews, case files, and forensic analysis. Produced for Oxygen, the series arrives on Peacock on Tuesday, September 2, with a new season continuing its hour-long, case-of-the-week format.

Episodes are narrated by voice actor Sadie Medley and produced by Renegade 83, a Lionsgate Alternative Television company. Executive producers have included David Garfinkle, Jay Renfroe, Bob Kusbit, and Billie Speer, with each installment tracing the timeline from disappearance to discovery and prosecution.

‘Wheel of Fortune’ (1983–present)

‘Wheel of Fortune,’ created by Merv Griffin, brings its long-running word-puzzle format to Peacock on Tuesday, September 9. Contestants spin a large wheel to determine cash and prizes as they solve hangman-style phrases throughout Toss-Ups, main rounds, and a closing Bonus Round.

The nightly syndicated version is produced by Sony Pictures Television and filmed at Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City. The show is hosted by Ryan Seacrest, with Vanna White at the puzzle board; gameplay features include the Wild Card, Mystery, Express, Bankrupt, Lose a Turn, and the Million Dollar wedge.

‘Jeopardy!’ (1984–present)

‘Jeopardy!,’ also created by Merv Griffin, debuts on Peacock on Tuesday, September 9, bringing the answer-and-question quiz format across categories spanning history, science, literature, and pop culture. Episodes feature a returning-champion structure and a dedicated team of writers and researchers who craft clues.

The syndicated show is executive-produced by Michael Davies and hosted by Ken Jennings, with in-studio adjudication supported by a judging desk. Special tournaments and themed events are integrated into the season schedule, adding variety to the standard game format.

‘The Rainmaker’ (2025–present)

‘The Rainmaker’ adapts John Grisham’s 1995 novel into a serialized legal drama following young attorney Rudy Baylor as he joins a small personal-injury firm and takes on a powerful law office. The series is produced by Lionsgate Television and Blumhouse Television, with a season structure that extends the book’s wrongful-death and insurance-fraud threads across multiple episodes.

The cast features Milo Callaghan as Rudy Baylor, with Lana Parrilla as senior partner Jocelyn “Bruiser” Stone, P. J. Byrne as Deck Shifflet, Madison Iseman as Sarah Plankmore, and John Slattery as rival attorney Leo F. Drummond. Developed by Michael Seitzman and Jason Richman, executive producers include Seitzman, Richman, John Grisham, Jason Blum, and Patrick Moran.

‘Twisted Metal’ (2023–present)

Based on the PlayStation franchise, ‘Twisted Metal’ follows amnesiac courier John Doe as he traverses a post-apocalyptic America populated by deadly drivers and warring factions. The series is produced by Universal Television and expands the game’s mythology across serialized episodes.

Anthony Mackie leads as John Doe, with Stephanie Beatriz as Quiet, Will Arnett voicing Sweet Tooth (portrayed physically by Samoa Joe), Thomas Haden Church as Agent Stone, and Neve Campbell as Raven. The show was developed by showrunner Michael Jonathan Smith, with executive producers including Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick.

‘America’s Got Talent’ (2006–present)

‘America’s Got Talent’ is an open-format competition featuring singers, dancers, magicians, comics, and variety acts competing for a $1 million prize and a Las Vegas engagement. Created by Simon Cowell, the series is produced by Fremantle and Syco Entertainment, with nationwide auditions and seasonal live shows.

The current judges’ panel includes Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Sofía Vergara, and Mel B, with Terry Crews as host. Over earlier seasons, judges and hosts have included Piers Morgan, David Hasselhoff, Sharon Osbourne, Howard Stern, Heidi Klum, Nick Cannon, and Tyra Banks.

‘The Real Housewives of Orange County’ (2006–present)

‘The Real Housewives of Orange County’ centers on the personal and professional lives of women in and around Orange County, California, using a single-camera docu-style format that helped establish the franchise template. The series is produced by Evolution Media with executive producers Douglas Ross, Alex Baskin, and Andy Cohen.

Across its run, notable cast members have included Tamra Judge, Heather Dubrow, Shannon Storms Beador, Gina Kirschenheiter, Emily Simpson, and Jennifer Pedranti. The show’s structure includes season-long storylines, reunions, and ongoing ensemble arcs that connect multiple seasons.

‘Below Deck’ (2013–present)

‘Below Deck’ documents life aboard luxury superyachts during charter season, following crew dynamics below deck and demanding guests above. The series is produced by 51 Minds Entertainment and filmed in yachting hubs across the Caribbean and beyond.

Franchise figures have included Captains Lee Rosbach and Sandy Yawn, with rotating chief stews, deck teams, and chefs each season. Executive producers include Mark Cronin, Courtland Cox, and Nadine Rajabi, and the flagship has spawned spin-offs such as ‘Below Deck Mediterranean,’ ‘Below Deck Sailing Yacht,’ ‘Below Deck Down Under,’ and ‘Below Deck Adventure.’

Tell us which Peacock picks you’re queuing up this weekend—and what we should add next—in the comments.