Best TV Shows to Watch in 2026

2026 is shaping up to be another exceptional year for television. From prestige dramas to gripping thrillers and returning fan favourites, here are the TV series worth clearing your schedule for.

Drama

The White Lotus – Season 3 (HBO/Sky Atlantic)

Mike White's anthology of privilege and dysfunction returns with a Thailand setting and an entirely new cast. Following the critical acclaim of seasons 1 and 2, expectations are sky-high. Early reviews suggest this season is the most ambitious yet.

Succession – The Prequel (HBO)

The long-rumoured Succession prequel exploring the Roy family's earlier years has been confirmed for 2026. With Brian Cox confirmed to reprise his role as Logan Roy, it is one of the most anticipated dramas of the year.

Shogun – Season 2 (FX/Disney+)

The Emmy-sweeping first season set a new benchmark for historical epic drama. Season 2 promises to expand the feudal Japan setting with new characters and deeper political intrigue.

Thriller

Severance – Season 3 (Apple TV+)

The cult sci-fi thriller about a corporation that surgically divides workers' memories between work and personal life returns. Season 2 answered some questions while raising infinitely more. Season 3 is expected to be the definitive conclusion.

Slow Horses – Season 5 (Apple TV+)

Gary Oldman continues to deliver one of television's finest performances in this intelligence thriller about the unloved rejects of MI5. Based on Mick Herron's Slough House novel series, it is reliably excellent.

Comedy

What We Do in the Shadows – Final Season (FX)

The vampire mockumentary concludes after six seasons. The final run promises to resolve the long-simmering storylines around the Staten Island house and the wider vampire political world.

Sci-Fi

Silo – Season 3 (Apple TV+)

The post-apocalyptic sci-fi series based on Hugh Howey's novels expands its world significantly in season 3. With Rebecca Ferguson delivering a career-best performance, this is essential viewing for sci-fi fans.