The 2026 TV season is already shaping up to be one of the wildest and most unexpected years in television, as networks officially confirm which favorite shows are returning — and which ones barely made the cut.

From long-running fan favorites to unexpected renewals that left audiences stunned, here’s what you need to know:

🔥 Multiple hit dramas and action series scored early renewals, proving their fanbases are stronger than ever.
🔥 Several comedies and crime shows are returning with major cast changes, promising fresh storylines for longtime viewers.
🔥 One renewal in particular shocked everyone — a series that was rumored to be ending suddenly came back from the brink… and fans can’t stop celebrating.

What should you expect next season?

✨ Bigger crossovers
✨ Massive plot twists
✨ Cast shake-ups
✨ Return of fan-favorite characters
✨ And at least one series reboot getting a bold new direction for 2026

Networks have spoken — and the future of TV is dramatic, unpredictable, and full of surprises.