Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including a New Sci-Fi Installment

Paramount+ continues to expand its library with a mix of groundbreaking originals, long-running procedurals, and beloved classic sitcoms. This week’s selection highlights the platform’s diverse catalog, ranging from high-stakes oil dramas in Texas to the futuristic corridors of the 32nd century. Viewers can explore complex criminal profiling, nautical animation, and the social dynamics of multi-generational families. Whether searching for intense reality competition or biting social satire, these ten series represent a broad spectrum of premium entertainment.

‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ (2026)

This science fiction series follows a new, diverse class of cadets as they come of age while navigating rigorous training in the 32nd century. Starring Academy Award winner Holly Hunter, the show explores the challenges of leadership and camaraderie within the United Federation of Planets. The production marks a significant expansion of the franchise’s future timeline, focusing on the first class of students since the Academy reopened. It captures the themes of discovery and hope central to the universe established by Gene Roddenberry.

‘Landman’ (2024)

Created by Taylor Sheridan, this high-stakes drama explores the dangerous and lucrative world of the West Texas oil industry. Billy Bob Thornton stars as a crisis manager navigating the complex relationships between wildcat billionaires and the laborers on the ground. The narrative examines the environmental, economic, and social impact of the oil boom on local communities. Based on the ‘Boomtown’ podcast, the series provides a gritty look at the modern-day gold rush and is currently available for streaming.

‘School Spirits’ (2023)

Produced by Paramount Television Studios, this supernatural mystery follows a teenage girl who becomes trapped in the afterlife at her high school. Maddie Nears, played by Peyton List, must investigate her own mysterious disappearance with the help of other students residing in limbo. The series blends elements of high school drama with a complex whodunit narrative as characters uncover secrets about their peers. It offers a unique perspective on grief and the lingering impact of unresolved personal histories within a scholastic setting.

‘Tulsa King’ (2022)

Sylvester Stallone stars as Dwight “The General” Manfredi, a New York mafia capo who is exiled to Oklahoma after serving a 25-year prison sentence. Upon arriving in Tulsa, Dwight realizes his mob family may not have his best interests at heart and begins building a new criminal empire. The series follows his interactions with a diverse group of local characters who eventually become his unlikely crew. This production combines organized crime elements with a fish-out-of-water premise in the American heartland.

‘Criminal Minds’ (2005)

This long-running procedural focuses on an elite squad of FBI profilers within the Behavioral Analysis Unit. The team analyzes the country’s most twisted serial killers and heinous criminals to anticipate their next moves before they strike again. Each episode delves into the psychological motivations of the suspects while highlighting the investigative techniques used by the agents. Produced by Paramount Television, the series remains a staple of the crime drama genre for its intense and suspenseful storytelling.

‘NCIS’ (2003)

‘NCIS’ follows a team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service as they solve major crimes involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Led by seasoned investigators, the team handles everything from murder and espionage to terrorism and stolen military equipment. The series is known for its blend of character-driven dialogue and procedural suspense, maintaining high viewership for over two decades. It has successfully launched several spin-offs, cementing its place as a cornerstone of the platform’s television lineup.

‘Survivor’ (2000)

This groundbreaking reality competition series features marooned strangers who must provide food, fire, and shelter for themselves in remote locations. Participants compete in grueling physical and mental challenges for rewards and immunity from being voted out by their peers. Produced by Mark Burnett Productions, the show focuses on the social politics and strategic alliances necessary to advance in the game. The final contestant standing claims a million-dollar prize and the title of Sole Survivor.

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ (1999)

Created by marine science educator Stephen Hillenburg, this animated series chronicles the adventures of an optimistic sea sponge in the underwater city of Bikini Bottom. SpongeBob lives in a pineapple and works as a fry cook at the Krusty Krab alongside his best friend, Patrick Star. The show features surreal humor and has become one of the longest-running American animated series in history. Produced by United Plankton Pictures, it continues to be a major cultural phenomenon spawning multiple movies and spin-off projects.

‘South Park’ (1997)

This satirical animated sitcom follows the misadventures of four young boys in a bizarre Colorado mountain town. The series utilizes crude language and dark humor to parody a wide range of current events and cultural trends. Produced by South Park Studios, it remains a consistent voice in social commentary due to its rapid production cycle. The series has evolved significantly over several decades, maintaining a loyal audience through its uncompromising and often controversial storytelling.

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ (1996)

This multi-camera sitcom centers on Ray Barone, a successful sportswriter living in Long Island with his wife and children. The show’s primary conflict arises from Ray’s intrusive parents and brother who live just across the street. Produced by Worldwide Pants, the series depicts the domestic tensions and comedic misunderstandings inherent in multi-generational family life. The production received multiple Emmy Awards for its writing and the performances of its lead ensemble cast.

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