All the New Streaming Shows and Premieres to Catch This Week, Including ‘The Pitt’

Television audiences have a massive slate of programming to look forward to during the first full week of January 2026. From long-running procedural dramas to high-stakes reality competitions, networks and streaming platforms are launching dozens of new and returning seasons. This week features several anticipated premieres on cable, broadcast, and streaming services like Netflix, HBO, and Hulu. Viewers can expect a diverse range of genres including true crime, medical dramas, and international thrillers.

‘The Wall’ (2016–)

NBC brings back its high-stakes game show for a seventh season on January 5. Hosted by Chris Hardwick, the series continues to offer life-changing prize money based on trivia and the unpredictable bounce of a ball. Teams of two work together to answer questions and manage the mechanics of the game to build their bank account. The premiere kicks off a new cycle of emotional stories and high-pressure gameplay for the network. This season promises to deliver some of the most dramatic moments in the show’s history.

‘My Life Is Murder’ (2019–)

Acorn TV debuts the fifth season of this popular mystery series on January 5. Lucy Lawless returns as Alexa Crowe, the fearless private investigator who solves complex crimes in New Zealand. The new episodes follow Alexa as she balances her personal life with increasingly difficult cases brought to her by the police. Fans of the series can expect more of the signature blend of humor and procedural investigation that the show is known for. This season expands on Alexa’s background while introducing a new set of colorful suspects.

‘Antiques Roadshow’ (1997–)

PBS celebrates a major milestone with the premiere of its 30th season on January 5. The iconic series travels to various American cities to appraise unique family heirlooms and flea market finds. Experts provide historical context and value estimates for items ranging from rare collectibles to fine art. This landmark season continues the show’s tradition of uncovering hidden treasures and American history through everyday objects. Each episode highlights the surprising stories behind the items brought in by the public.

‘Baking Championship: Next Gen’ (2026)

Food Network launches a new iteration of its competitive baking franchise with ‘Baking Championship: Next Gen’ on January 5. The first season focuses on a younger demographic of bakers who possess professional-level skills despite their age. Contestants face a series of themed challenges designed to test their creativity and technical execution under pressure. Judges will determine who wins the grand prize and the title of the next generation’s top baker. The series aims to showcase modern techniques and innovative flavor profiles.

‘Finding Your Roots’ (2012–)

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. returns to PBS for the 12th season of ‘Finding Your Roots’ on January 6. The documentary series uses DNA testing and genealogical research to trace the ancestral histories of famous guests. Each episode reveals surprising connections and historical details about the families of actors, musicians, and politicians. The new season aims to deepen the understanding of American identity through personal heritage stories. The research often uncovers long-lost relatives and forgotten historical events for the participants.

‘The Rookie’ (2018–)

The eighth season of ‘The Rookie’ premieres on ABC on January 6, continuing the story of John Nolan. Nathan Fillion stars as the oldest rookie in the LAPD who has now transitioned into a seasoned training officer. The season explores the professional and personal challenges faced by the officers at the Mid-Wilshire Division. High-stakes calls and intricate character arcs remain the focus of this long-running police procedural. The premiere episode deals with the aftermath of a major operation that reshapes the team dynamics.

‘Moonshiners’ (2011–)

Discovery Channel brings back ‘Moonshiners’ for its 15th season on January 6. The reality series continues to document the lives of people who produce illegal moonshine in the Appalachian Mountains. This season highlights the evolving techniques and constant legal risks associated with the underground liquor trade. The cast navigates the challenges of supply chains and hidden distillery locations to keep their traditions alive. Viewers will see how the moonshiners adapt to new environmental pressures and law enforcement tactics.

‘1000-lb Sisters’ (2020–)

TLC premieres the eighth season of ‘1000-lb Sisters’ on January 6, following the lives of Amy and Tammy Slaton. The new episodes document their ongoing weight loss journeys and the health complications that arise along the way. Family dynamics and personal milestones take center stage as the sisters strive for healthier lifestyles. The series remains a staple of the network’s reality programming by focusing on resilience and family support. This season features significant changes in the sisters’ living situations and personal relationships.

‘Will Trent’ (2023–)

ABC’s crime drama ‘Will Trent’ returns for its fourth season on January 6. Based on the novels by Karin Slaughter, the show follows Special Agent Will Trent of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. Trent uses his unique perspective to solve cases that others overlook while dealing with his own past in the foster care system. The fourth season promises more complex investigations and a deeper exploration of the main characters’ relationships. The premiere episode involves a cold case that hits close to home for the agency.

‘Wildcard Kitchen’ (2024–)

‘Wildcard Kitchen’ enters its third season on Food Network starting January 6. Hosted by Eric Adjepong, the series features professional chefs competing in high-stakes culinary games. The chefs must wager their own money on challenges that involve unpredictable twists and restricted ingredients. This season continues the high-energy format where strategy is just as important as cooking ability. Each episode brings together a new trio of chefs ready to gamble on their culinary skills.

‘Best Medicine’ (2026)

FOX debuts its new series ‘Best Medicine’ on January 6. The show is a medical procedural that focuses on a team of doctors specializing in experimental and unorthodox treatments. Each episode follows the staff as they tackle rare diseases and medical mysteries that traditional hospitals cannot solve. The first season aims to blend medical drama with character-driven storytelling about the limits of modern science. The pilot episode introduces a patient with a condition that challenges the team’s ethical boundaries.

‘The Masked Singer’ (2019–)

FOX brings back its hit musical competition ‘The Masked Singer’ for a 14th season on January 7. A new group of celebrities will perform in elaborate costumes while a panel of judges and the audience try to guess their identities. The season features new themes and twists designed to keep the competition unpredictable for the viewers. Host Nick Cannon returns to guide the show through its latest round of performances and reveals. The premiere includes a double elimination that shocks the panel of experts.

‘Tyler Perry’s Sistas’ (2019–)

BET premieres the 10th season of ‘Tyler Perry’s Sistas’ on January 7. The drama continues to follow a group of single Black women as they navigate their complicated love lives, careers, and friendships. This milestone season addresses the aftermath of previous cliffhangers and introduces new challenges for the core group of friends. The show remains one of the highest-rated scripted programs on the network due to its loyal fan base. New characters are introduced to stir up the existing social dynamics.

‘Expedition X’ (2020–)

Josh Gates’ spin-off series ‘Expedition X’ returns to Discovery Channel for its 10th season on January 7. The investigative team travels to remote locations to look into reports of paranormal activity and urban legends. Using scientific equipment and eyewitness accounts, they attempt to find the truth behind mysterious sightings. The new season features investigations into both classic myths and modern supernatural claims across the globe. The premiere episode takes the team to a remote forest with a history of unexplained disappearances.

‘Ugliest House in America’ (2022–)

Retta returns to host the seventh season of ‘Ugliest House in America’ on HGTV starting January 7. The series features tours of homes across the country that have questionable design choices and bizarre architecture. After visiting the finalists, one home is chosen to receive a professional renovation by an HGTV designer. The new season continues the show’s lighthearted approach to home improvement and interior design. Each episode focuses on a specific region of the country to find the most visually offensive property.

‘The Ms. Pat Show’ (2021–)

The fifth season of ‘The Ms. Pat Show’ premieres on BET+ on January 7. Inspired by the real life of Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams, the sitcom follows a former convicted felon turned suburban mom. The new season explores the ongoing adjustments her family makes while living in conservative Indiana. The series is known for its raw humor and honest portrayal of modern family dynamics and social issues. This season sees the children growing up and facing their own unique challenges in the community.

‘My Strange Addiction’ (2010–)

TLC returns with the seventh season of ‘My Strange Addiction’ on January 7. The reality series documents individuals who struggle with unusual and often dangerous compulsive behaviors. Each episode follows their daily lives and their attempts to seek professional help to overcome their habits. This season features a new set of participants who share their unique stories with the public for the first time. Medical professionals provide commentary on the psychological roots of these specific compulsions.

‘Unlocked: A Jail Experiment’ (2024–)

Netflix releases the second season of the documentary series ‘Unlocked: A Jail Experiment’ on January 7. The show follows an experimental program where incarcerated men are given more autonomy within a detention facility. The goal is to see if reducing restrictions leads to better behavior and lower recidivism rates among the population. The new season continues to document the social dynamics and outcomes of this controversial approach to corrections. Filming takes place inside a new facility to see if the results are consistent.

‘Beast Games’ (2024–)

Prime Video launches the second season of ‘Beast Games’ on January 7. Created by YouTube star MrBeast, the competition series features massive challenges with record-breaking prize pools for the winners. Hundreds of contestants participate in physical and mental tests to avoid elimination in each round. The second season promises even larger scales and more complex games than the debut outing. Contestants must work together in teams before eventually facing off against each other in the finals.

‘Hollywood Squares’ (2025–)

CBS brings back the updated version of the classic game show ‘Hollywood Squares’ for its second season on January 7. Hosted by Drew Barrymore, the show features celebrities sitting in a giant tic-tac-toe board. Contestants must judge whether the celebrities’ answers to trivia questions are correct or if they are bluffing. The new season continues to feature a rotating cast of comedians and actors in the squares. The interaction between the host and the celebrities remains a central part of the show’s humor.

‘Harlan Coben’s Final Twist’ (2026)

CBS premieres the new thriller series ‘Harlan Coben’s Final Twist’ on January 7. Based on the storytelling style of the famed novelist, the show follows a community rocked by a series of interconnected secrets and crimes. The plot centers on a protagonist who discovers that their past is tied to a current investigation. It marks the first season of what is expected to be an intense addition to the network’s drama lineup. Each episode is designed to end with a revelation that changes the viewer’s perspective.

‘Alaska State Troopers’ (2009–)

‘Alaska State Troopers’ returns to A&E for its ninth season on January 7. The documentary series follows the law enforcement officers who patrol the vast and often dangerous wilderness of Alaska. Officers deal with everything from wildlife encounters to rescue missions in extreme weather conditions during the winter months. The new season provides an inside look at the unique challenges of policing America’s largest and most remote state. Camera crews follow the troopers into areas that are only accessible by plane or snowmobile.

‘Heartland’ (2007–)

UPtv begins airing the 18th season of the long-running family drama ‘Heartland’ on January 8. The series follows the lives of Amy Fleming and her family on their horse ranch in the foothills of the Rockies. This season focuses on new beginnings and the challenges of maintaining the ranch’s legacy in a changing world. The show continues to be a staple for fans of wholesome, character-driven storytelling and equestrian life. Amy must balance her professional career as a horse whisperer with her responsibilities at home.

‘The Traitors’ (2023–)

The fourth season of ‘The Traitors’ premieres on Peacock on January 8. Hosted by Alan Cumming, the reality competition features a mix of celebrities and reality stars playing a game of deception in a Scottish castle. ‘The Traitors’ must eliminate the ‘Faithful’ without being caught, all while competing for a significant cash prize. This season introduces new gameplay mechanics to keep the contestants and viewers guessing. The cast for this season includes several high-profile names from the world of competitive reality TV.

‘The Hunting Party’ (2025–)

NBC’s ‘The Hunting Party’ returns for a second season on January 8. The procedural drama follows a specialized team of investigators who track down the nation’s most dangerous fugitives. Each episode features a high-stakes manhunt that requires the team to use advanced technology and traditional detective work. The new season expands on the personal backstories of the team members as they face increasingly complex targets. The premiere sees the team pursuing a suspect who has managed to evade capture for a decade.

‘The Pitt’ (2025–)

Max premieres the second season of its medical drama ‘The Pitt’ on January 8. Noah Wyle stars as a doctor working in a modern urban hospital in Pittsburgh, dealing with the daily pressures of the healthcare system. The show focuses on the realistic struggles of medical professionals and the impact of systemic issues on patient care. The second season continues to explore the personal and professional lives of the ER staff. The episodes tackle contemporary issues such as hospital funding and physician burnout.

‘Love Is Blind: Germany’ (2025–)

Netflix releases the second season of ‘Love Is Blind: Germany’ on January 8. The social experiment follows German singles as they attempt to find love and get engaged without ever seeing each other. After the ‘pod’ phase, the couples move in together to see if their emotional connection can survive the real world. This season features a new group of participants seeking marriage in the international expansion of the franchise. The show is hosted by a popular German celebrity couple who provide guidance to the contestants.

‘His & Hers’ (2026)

Netflix debuts the limited series ‘His & Hers’ on January 8. Based on the novel by Alice Feeney, the thriller tells a story of a murder in a small town from two different perspectives. A journalist and a detective find themselves at the center of an investigation where everyone seems to have something to hide. The series explores themes of memory, secrets, and the subjectivity of truth in a close-knit community. It is designed as a standalone story that concludes within the single season.

‘The Valley: Persian Style’ (2026)

Bravo launches ‘The Valley: Persian Style’ on January 8, a new addition to its reality programming. The series follows a group of affluent Persian-American friends living in the San Fernando Valley. It explores their family traditions, social lives, and the intersection of their cultural heritage with modern California lifestyles. The first season promises the high-end glamour and social drama typical of the network’s reality hits. Viewers get an inside look at the community’s lavish events and complex interpersonal relationships.

‘Girl Taken’ (2026)

Paramount+ debuts the first season of ‘Girl Taken’ on January 8. This crime drama series centers on the mysterious disappearance of a young girl and the subsequent investigation that uncovers town secrets. The story is told through the eyes of her family and the detectives assigned to the case. It aims to provide a tense and emotional look at the impact of a missing person case on a community. The plot involves multiple timelines that reveal what happened in the days leading up to the disappearance.

‘Tehran’ (2020–)

The third season of ‘Tehran’ premieres on Apple TV+ on January 9. The espionage thriller follows Tamar Rabinyan, a Mossad hacker-agent who goes undercover on a dangerous mission in Iran. This season, she must navigate new alliances and threats as she becomes more deeply entrenched in the world of international intelligence. The show continues to receive praise for its tension and exploration of geopolitical conflicts. The new episodes introduce a high-ranking official who becomes Tamar’s primary antagonist.

‘A Thousand Blows’ (2025–)

Hulu returns with the second season of ‘A Thousand Blows’ on January 9. Created by Steven Knight, the period drama is set in the underground world of 1880s Victorian London boxing. The series follows two best friends who find themselves drawn into the violent and competitive atmosphere of the city’s fighting scene. The second season continues to explore the social hierarchies and struggles of the era’s working class. It features intense fight choreography and historical world-building.

‘Coldwater’ (2025)

Paramount+ launches the first season of ‘Coldwater’ on January 9. The series is a survival thriller set in a remote, freezing environment where a group of people must work together to stay alive. As resources dwindle and tensions rise, the characters must confront both the elements and each other. The show emphasizes character development and psychological endurance in the face of extreme conditions. The first episode establishes the group’s isolation after a catastrophic event cuts them off from civilization.

‘Maxxed Out’ (2026)

OWN premieres ‘Maxxed Out’ on January 10, a series focusing on financial wellness and personal transformation. The show follows individuals and families who are struggling with debt as they work with experts to regain control of their finances. It provides practical budgeting tips and explores the emotional weight of financial instability. The first season highlights stories of resilience and the steps taken to achieve financial freedom. Each episode concludes with a progress report on the participants’ financial health.

‘The Night Manager’ (2016–)

AMC debuts the long-awaited second season of ‘The Night Manager’ on January 11. Tom Hiddleston returns as Jonathan Pine, the former soldier and night manager recruited for an undercover mission. The new season moves beyond the original John le Carré novel to follow Pine’s further adventures in the world of international arms dealing. The series maintains its high-production value and intricate spy narrative with a global scope. Several new cast members join the series to play the associates of a global criminal syndicate.

‘Industry’ (2020–)

‘Industry’ returns for its fourth season on HBO on January 11. The drama continues to follow a group of young bankers at the prestigious international investment bank Pierpoint & Co. in London. This season explores the characters as they advance in their careers and face new ethical dilemmas in the high-stakes world of finance. The show remains a sharp critique of corporate culture and the ambition of the younger generation. The premiere episode focuses on the impact of a new management team on the firm’s culture.

‘All Creatures Great & Small’ (2020–)

PBS premieres the sixth season of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ on January 11. Set in the Yorkshire Dales during the mid-20th century, the show follows the veterinary practice of James Herriot. The new season explores the lives of the residents of Skeldale House as they navigate the personal and professional changes brought by the era. The series is beloved for its gentle storytelling and scenic portrayal of rural England. New animal patients and their colorful owners are introduced in every episode.

‘Miss Scarlet’ (2020–)

The sixth season of ‘Miss Scarlet’ premieres on PBS on January 11. Eliza Scarlet continues her work as a private detective in Victorian London, solving cases in a male-dominated profession. The season focuses on Eliza’s growing reputation and the complex investigations she undertakes across the city. Fans can expect more mystery and historical detail as the series evolves without its original co-lead character. Eliza must form new partnerships to keep her detective agency thriving.

‘Primal’ (2019–)

Adult Swim returns with the third season of ‘Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal’ on January 11. The animated series follows the bond between a caveman and a dinosaur as they struggle to survive in a harsh, prehistoric world. Known for its lack of dialogue and powerful visual storytelling, the show explores themes of survival and primal instinct. The new season continues to push the boundaries of animated action and emotional depth with new environments. The animation style remains distinct and highly detailed.

‘Bookish’ (2025)

PBS introduces ‘Bookish’ on January 11, a new series focused on literature and the arts. Hosted by various guest authors, the show explores the impact of iconic books on culture and individual lives. Each episode features discussions about literary classics and contemporary works that have shaped the modern world. The first season aims to foster a deeper appreciation for reading and the power of the written word. It includes segments filmed in famous libraries and bookstores around the globe.

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