Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including ‘Matlock’

If you’re looking to fill your weekend queue on Paramount+, there’s a packed slate of series across drama, reality competition, family animation, and revivals. New and returning titles from CBS, Nickelodeon, and Paramount+ Original banners mean there’s something fresh alongside a few modern classics with deep episode libraries to dive into.

Below are ten TV shows available on Paramount+ right now. The selection prioritizes recent premieres and ongoing seasons first, followed by Paramount+ originals and then notable legacy titles. Each entry includes quick details on story setup, principal cast, and key creative talent so you can pick your next watch in seconds.

‘Matlock’ (2024– )

The new ‘Matlock’ reimagines the classic legal procedural with Kathy Bates starring as Madeline “Matty” Matlock, a high-end law firm’s newest attorney who leverages unassuming charm and meticulous preparation to unravel complex, high-profile cases. The series uses weekly case files to explore firm politics, investigative legwork, and courtroom strategy while updating settings and procedures for contemporary practice.

Developed for television by Jennie Snyder Urman, the ensemble includes Kathy Bates, Skye P. Marshall, Jason Ritter, and David Del Río. Produced by CBS Studios, the show features a rotating slate of episodic directors and a writers’ room structured around puzzle-box legal storytelling that echoes the original format while building a modern ensemble dynamic.

‘Frasier’ (2023– )

‘Frasier’ follows Dr. Frasier Crane as he relocates to start a new chapter, reconnecting with family and establishing a fresh professional lane in academia. Episodes mix workplace situations with domestic storylines, drawing on the character’s long history while grounding the new setting in faculty politics, mentorship, and intergenerational clashes.

Created for this revival by Chris Harris and Joe Cristalli, the series stars Kelsey Grammer alongside Jack Cutmore-Scott, Nicholas Lyndhurst, Toks Olagundoye, Jess Salgueiro, and Anders Keith. Produced by CBS Studios for Paramount+, it maintains a multi-camera structure and incorporates guest appearances that nod to the character’s earlier eras.

‘Lawmen: Bass Reeves’ (2023– )

‘Lawmen: Bass Reeves’ dramatizes the career of Bass Reeves, among the first Black U.S. Deputy Marshals west of the Mississippi, as he hunts fugitives across the Reconstruction-era frontier. The anthology framework presents historically inspired investigations, family milestones, and evolving law-enforcement tactics within a period Western canvas.

Created by Chad Feehan and executive produced by Taylor Sheridan, the series stars David Oyelowo with Lauren E. Banks, Demi Singleton, Forrest Goodluck, and Dennis Quaid. Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios, the production emphasizes location photography, 19th-century costuming, and archival research to depict regional cultures and legal systems of the time.

‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ (2022– )

‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ chronicles missions of the U.S.S. Enterprise under Captain Christopher Pike, focusing on exploration-driven, planet-of-the-week stories that also advance character arcs for the bridge crew. Episodes highlight first contact, ethical dilemmas, and classic science-fiction concepts within a self-contained episodic framework.

The ensemble features Anson Mount as Christopher Pike, Rebecca Romijn as Una Chin-Riley, and Ethan Peck as Spock, with Celia Rose Gooding, Jess Bush, Christina Chong, Melissa Navia, and Babs Olusanmokun. Developed by Akiva Goldsman, Alex Kurtzman, and Jenny Lumet, the series is produced by CBS Studios with Secret Hideout and Roddenberry Entertainment.

‘Tulsa King’ (2022– )

‘Tulsa King’ centers on Dwight “The General” Manfredi, a New York mob capo sent to Tulsa, Oklahoma, after a lengthy prison term to establish new operations. The narrative follows his efforts to assemble a crew, negotiate local power structures, and reconcile with his past while expanding businesses in unfamiliar territory.

Created by Taylor Sheridan, the series stars Sylvester Stallone in his first lead television role, with Andrea Savage, Martin Starr, Jay Will, Domenick Lombardozzi, and Garrett Hedlund. Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios for Paramount+, the show blends character drama with organized-crime plotting across a Midwestern setting.

‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ (2022– )

‘Criminal Minds: Evolution’ continues the Behavioral Analysis Unit’s pursuit of serial offenders, centering on a networked threat that took shape during a period of social disruption. Its season arcs knit together case-of-the-week investigations with a larger nationwide puzzle, highlighting profiling methodology and forensic coordination.

Returning cast members include Joe Mantegna, Paget Brewster, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Aisha Tyler, and Adam Rodriguez. Produced by ABC Signature and CBS Studios for Paramount+, the revival is showrun by Erica Messer, who guides the updated tone, serialized antagonists, and character continuities from the original series.

‘Ghosts’ (2021– )

‘Ghosts’ follows a couple who inherit a sprawling country house and plan to convert it into a bed-and-breakfast, only to find it occupied by spirits from different historical eras. Episodes layer renovation hurdles with spectral backstories, using ensemble interactions to explore time-specific quirks and unfinished business.

Developed for U.S. television by Joe Port and Joe Wiseman and based on the British format, the series stars Rose McIver and Utkarsh Ambudkar with Brandon Scott Jones, Danielle Pinnock, Richie Moriarty, Asher Grodman, Sheila Carrasco, Román Zaragoza, Devan Chandler Long, and Rebecca Wisocky. Produced by CBS Studios, it employs a single-camera approach and period costuming for the resident ghosts’ timelines.

‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ (2020– )

‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ is an animated comedy set on the U.S.S. Cerritos, following junior officers tasked with support duties that often balloon into high-stakes situations. Stories balance workplace camaraderie with standalone sci-fi plots while incorporating deep franchise references in a comedic register.

Created by Mike McMahan, the voice cast features Tawny Newsome, Jack Quaid, Noël Wells, and Eugene Cordero, with frequent guest turns from ‘Star Trek’ alumni. Produced by CBS Studios’ Eye Animation Productions with Titmouse, the series integrates canonical lore under the current ‘Star Trek’ executive production team.

‘The Adventures of Paddington’ (2019– )

‘The Adventures of Paddington’ is a CG-animated preschool series that follows Paddington Bear’s everyday mysteries and kind-hearted adventures with the Brown family at 32 Windsor Gardens. Episodes present self-contained stories emphasizing curiosity, problem-solving, and gentle humor guided by Paddington’s earnest etiquette.

Produced by StudioCanal and Heyday Films with creative stewardship rooted in Michael Bond’s books, the series features Ben Whishaw voicing Paddington, continuing his role from the feature films. The production partners work with Nickelodeon’s preschool team on direction and design tailored for co-viewing families.

‘Survivor’ (2000– )

‘Survivor’ assembles castaways in remote locations to compete in physical and strategic challenges while managing alliances and limited supplies. Each cycle tracks immunity and reward contests, tribal councils, and eliminations, culminating in a final vote that determines the Sole Survivor.

Created by Charlie Parsons and hosted and executive produced by Jeff Probst, the franchise is produced by Survivor Productions and MGM Television in association with CBS Studios. The series refines game design and cinematography across seasons, documenting evolving twists, cast dynamics, and survival logistics.

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