Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including ‘The King of Queens’

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If you’re queueing up something new—or revisiting a favorite—Paramount+ has a solid mix right now, from fresh premieres to long-running staples. Using this week’s arrivals and platform favorites as a guide, here are ten series worth adding to your weekend watchlist, with quick context on what each show offers and where it fits in the Paramount+ lineup.

‘Crutch’ (2025– )

'Crutch' (2025– )
CBS Studios

Premiering on Paramount+, ‘Crutch’ follows Francois “Frank” Crutchfield, a Harlem widower whose empty-nest plans implode when his adult children and grandkids boomerang back home. The series spins out of the world of ‘The Neighborhood’, with Tracy Morgan starring and Cedric the Entertainer among the executive producers. Expect family-business shenanigans around Frank’s flooring company as the multigenerational household drives the weekly conflicts and reconciliations. It’s positioned as a fresh comedy entry on the service this month.

‘Dexter: Resurrection’ (2025– )

'Dexter: Resurrection' (2025– )
Clyde Phillips Productions

Set after a years-later wake-up that throws him back into a chase involving his son, ‘Dexter: Resurrection’ marks a new chapter anchored by Michael C. Hall. The series extends the Miami-born saga with fresh New York settings and new cast additions, including high-profile guest stars. Its storyline leans into family entanglements and the franchise’s forensic-meets-vigilante hook. It’s one of the notable 2025 additions streaming on Paramount+.

‘Frasier’ (1993–2004, 2023– )

'Frasier' (1993–2004, 2023– )
Paramount Television

The revival brings Dr. Frasier Crane back to Boston, pairing new fatherhood threads with his career reset. Episodes blend callbacks to the original run with a new ensemble that reframes Frasier’s personal and professional life. The modern run streams alongside the classic seasons, making it easy to sample both eras. It’s an in-house Paramount+ comedy cornerstone with ongoing episodes.

‘Rubble & Crew’ (2023– )

'Rubble & Crew' (2023– )
Spin Master

A ‘PAW Patrol’ universe spin-off, ‘Rubble & Crew’ centers on construction-themed missions in Builder Cove, with Rubble leading a family team. New episodes are rolling out on Paramount+, highlighting teamwork, problem-solving, and STEM-tinged builds across the town. Voice talent spans multiple young performers, with Spin Master producing and Jam Filled handling animation. It’s a current, kid-friendly pick with regular drops.

‘South Park’ (1997– )

'South Park' (1997– )
South Park Studios

‘South Park’ continues to anchor viewership charts on the service, delivering topical satire through the misadventures of four kids in a Colorado town. The long-running series thrives on fast-turnaround cultural riffs and an extensive back catalog. Paramount+ features the show among its most watched offerings this season. If you want sharp, current-events–driven animation, this library is deep.

‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ (1999– )

'SpongeBob SquarePants' (1999– )
United Plankton Pictures

Tom Kenny voices the ever-cheerful sponge from Bikini Bottom, with episodes spanning decades of nautical nonsense. The catalog covers classic gag-packed adventures and later-season entries, making it an easy family option. Paramount+ organizes seasons for quick shuffle viewing or chronological dives. It’s a perennial favorite with wide age appeal.

‘NCIS’ (2003– )

'NCIS' (2003– )
Paramount Television

This procedural follows the Naval Criminal Investigative Service through case-of-the-week mysteries and long-tail arcs. Paramount+ hosts extensive seasons, letting you jump into key storylines or sample iconic team configurations. Episodes balance forensic detail with character-driven subplots. It remains one of the platform’s most-streamed legacy dramas.

‘Criminal Minds’ (2005– )

'Criminal Minds' (2005– )
Paramount Television

Focused on the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit, ‘Criminal Minds’ digs into offender profiling and psychologically dense cases. Paramount+ carries the original run and the revival, enabling seamless viewing across eras. The mix of self-contained cases and serialized character threads makes it easy to start anywhere. It’s a go-to pick for fans of psychological procedurals.

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ (1996–2005)

'Everybody Loves Raymond' (1996–2005)
Worldwide Pants

Ray Barone’s suburban family life—complete with across-the-street parents—plays out across nine seasons of single-camera comedy. Paramount+ hosts the full series, allowing straightforward rewatching or curated episode dips. The ensemble’s timing and well-built domestic arcs make it reliable comfort viewing. It’s part of the service’s classic-sitcom bench.

‘The King of Queens’ (1998–2007)

'The King of Queens' (1998–2007)
Columbia TriStar Television

This Queens-set sitcom stars Kevin James and Leah Remini as a delivery driver and a legal secretary navigating marriage, work, and a live-in father-in-law. Paramount+ offers the full run, so you can trace recurring neighborhood bits and long-play character dynamics. Episodes lend themselves to casual, out-of-order viewing on a lazy weekend. It’s another sturdy catalog title on the platform.

Tell us what you’re watching on Paramount+ this weekend and which picks we should add next—drop your recommendations in the comments!

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