15 Most Anticipated New TV Series Debuting in 2025

TV lovers need to prepare themselves for a feast in 2025 because the small screen is about to be flooded with a wave of exciting new stories. After a few pandemic-dampened years, the TV landscape has only just begun to roar back to live and it seems to be out for revenge.

Of course, we’re certainly looking forward to the return of fan-favorite shows like Severance, The Bear, Stranger Things, Andor, and The White Lotus. But it’s the fresh slate of upcoming TV series that has every television enthusiast buzzing with excitement. The next 12 months are shaping up to be a banner for both network TV and streaming, with CBS, NBC, Hulu, and Apple TV+ each promising to deliver an incredibly diverse range of stories.

From star-studded crime thrillers to heartwarming comedies, from sweeping fantasy prequels to animated superhero adventures, the 2025 TV slate has something to tickle your fancy. It’s difficult for creators to come up with the most captivating premises. Especially because we live in an age where we’re inundated with content, and it takes a lot to catch our attention. But 2025 is shaping up to be another landmark year for television and these 15 most anticipated TV series debuting throughout the year are proof why.

15

‘Doc’

Premiering on Fox on January 7th

A medical drama inspired by the Italian series, Doc – Nelle tue mani by Francesco Arlanch and Viola Rispoli, Doc follows Dr. Amy Elias, the chief of internal medicine at Minneapolis’s Westside Hospital, who gets into an accident at the beginning of the series and loses the last eight years’ worth of memory. The only person she remembers from the past is her 9-year-old daughter, who is 17 years old in the present.

Amy struggles to continue practicing medicine without the knowledge and experience from before and tries to rebuild her life while piecing together the pieces of her past. Doc stars Molly Parker in the lead role, with Omar Metwally, Amirah Vann, Jon-Michael Ecker, and Scott Wolff providing supporting turns.

14

‘Shifting Gears’

Premiering on ABC on January 8th

Shifting Gears is a heartwarming comedy about Matt, a headstrong widower who owns a classic car restoration shop and lives a peaceful life in solitude. When his estranged daughter Riley and her teenage children unexpectedly move into the house, Matt must navigate the challenge of merging his two lives.

Tim Allen, who starred in Home Improvement and Last Man Standing before, and Kat Dennings, known for her iconic turn as Max Black in 2 Broke Girls, play Matt and Riley, respectively. The show promises to be relatable and deliver interesting family dynamics.

13

‘The Pitt’

Premiering on Max on January 9th

Another intense medical drama debuting in 2025 is The Pitt. To put it simply, the show follows the daily lives of healthcare professionals at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital. What’s interesting, however, is that each of the 15 episodes covers one hour of a single 15-hour shift and captures the fast-paced environment of the emergency room with authenticity, precision, and empathy.

The story centers on Dr. Michael “Robby” Rabinavitch, played by Noah Wyle, who is the chief of the trauma section. Apart from the current challenges of his job, he’s also struggling with trauma from four years ago. With Wyle leading the cast and the creative team behind E.R. involved, The Pitt will definitely be a soaring success.

12

‘Prime Target’

Premiering on Apple TV+ on January 22nd

The conspiracy thriller slate on Apple TV+ is expanding with the addition of Prime Target. The series follows Edward Brooks, a brilliant young mathematics post-graduate who is on the verge of a major breakthrough in his research. If he succeeds in finding a pattern in prime numbers, he will be able to access every computer in the world. However, a mysterious enemy is about to derail his ambition.

Prime Target boasts an impressive cast, including Leo Woodall (The White Lotus, One Day), Quintessa Swindell (Black Adam, Euphoria), Stephen Rea, David Morrissey, and Martha Plimpton. Ridley Scott serves as the executive producer for the show.

11

‘Watson’

Premiering on CBS on January 26th

Arthur Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes has been the launching pad for several movies and TV shows, and how CBS is trying to prove that a series inspired by the character and his intelligence can work without having him in it. Watson is set a year after Sherlock Holmes dies at the hands of Moriarty. Dr. John Watson chooses to resume his career and opens the “Holmes Clinic” to treat people with rare conditions. He has a team, but the past intertwines with his work.

Described as a “medical drama with detective elements,” Watson stars Morris Chestnut as Dr. John Watson. The rest of the talented cast includes Eve Harlow as Ingrid Derian, Inga Schlingmann as Sasha Lubbock, Peter Mark Kendall as Stephens Croft and Adam Croft, Ritchie Coster as Shinwell Johnson, and more.

10

‘Paradise’

Premiering on Hulu on January 28th

Paradise is an upcoming drama on Hulu. It reunites This Is Us creator Dan Fogelman with star Sterling K. Brown and tells the story of Xavier Collins, a security guard for the former president, whose life takes a dramatic turn when a shocking murder occurs and he is unwittingly placed at the center of the investigation and accused of murder because he is the last person to see President Cal Bradford alive.

Fogelman is known for dialing up the tension and emotional stakes in his stories. The plot twists are plenty and jarring enough. With Brown leading the series and James Marsden, Julianne Nicholson, Sarah Shahi, Nicole Brydon Bloom, Aliyah Mastin, and Percy Daggs IV providing supporting turns, the Hulu show is poised for success.

9

‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’

Premiering on Disney+ on January 29th

Marvel’s ever-expanding slate on Disney+ is about to get another animated series, this one focusing solely on Spider-Man. Set in an alternate timeline from the main movies and TV shows of the MCU, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man follows Peter Parker’s early days of becoming a hero, balancing high school, and fighting crime.

The unique twist, however, is that Norman Osborn replaces Tony Stark as Peter’s mentor, which could mean a number of things for the character’s development. Voiced by Hudson Thames, who reprises his role as Spider-Man from What If…?, the series also features voice acting from Colman Domingo, Eugene Byrd, Grace Song, Zeno Robinson, Hugh Dancy, and Charlie Cox.

8

‘The Hunting Party’

Premiering on NBC on February 3rd

Prison escape meets crime procedural in The Hunting Party, an upcoming network show premiering on NBC. The story follows former FBI profiler Rebecca “Bex” Handerson as she assembles a team of investigators. Their job is to locate and capture serial killers who have escaped from the Pit, a top-secret government prison that’s not even “supposed to exist.”

The Hunting Party is expected to combine high-stakes action with psychological thrills to keep viewers hooked to the premise. It’s headlined by Melissa Roxburgh and features Nick Wechsler, Josh McKenzie, and Sara Garcia. JJ Bailey serves as the showrunner and executive producer.

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7

‘Suits L.A.’

Premiering on NBC on February 23rd

Once again, NBC takes viewers to the glitzy and extravagant world of Los Angeles with this much-anticipated spin-off. Helmed by Aaron Korsh, Suits L.A. follows Ted Black, a former federal prosecutor from New York, who rose in rank by representing the most powerful clients but is now struggling to keep his new legal girl afloat.

The series promises the same drama, dialogue, and character dynamics that made the original a global hit. Stephen Amell is set to lead the series as Ted, with Lex Scott Davis, Josh McDermitt, Bryan Greenberg, and Troy Winbush. Gabriel Macht is also set to appear in a three-episode arc as his character from the original series, Harvey Specter.

6

‘Daredevil: Born Again’

Premiering on Disney+ on March 4th

Charlie Cox pumped new energy into MCU fans by making a cameo appearance in Spider-Man: No Way Home and they’ve since awaited his return on the small screen. A part of Phase Five of the MCU, Daredevil: Born Again is a wish come true. Cox reprises his role as the beloved vigilante Matt Murdock in the series, which continues to delve deeper into his life as a blind lawyer by day and masked crime-fighter by night.

Set in the bustling streets of New York, the nine-episode first season will explore Matt’s relentless pursuit of justice as he faces formidable foes like Wilson Fisk and other threats from the past. The star-studded ensemble also includes Vincent D’Onofrio, Deborah Ann Woll, Elden Henson, and Jon Bernthal.

5

‘The Studio’

Premiering on Apple TV+ on March 26th

From the creative minds behind Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, The Studio is a satirical comedy series that offers an unfiltered look into Hollywood. Rogen plays Matt Remick, who is the newly appointed head of Continental Studios. With his team of infighting executives, he navigates the cutthroat industry, deals with artists and their narcissistic demands, and corporate overlords.

Per the official description, “As someone who eats, sleeps, and breathes movies, it’s the job Matt’s been pursuing his whole life, and it may very well destroy him.” Accompanying Rogen are Catherine O’Hara, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz, Chase Sui Wonders; Bryan Cranston, Paul Dano, and more will likely make guest appearances.

4

‘Your Friends and Neighbors’

Premiering on Apple TV+ on April 11th

With Taylor Sheridan’s Landman renewed for another season and his potential return to The Morning Show, Jon Hamm seems to be preparing for a rewarding 2025. Added to the mix is Your Friends and Neighbors, a gripping drama about Andrew Cooper, a hedge fund manager who, after being fired and going through a divorce, resorts to stealing from his affluent neighbors in Vestment Village.

But the more Coop learns about his neighbors’ secrets and affairs, the more dangers he discovers behind their superficial lives. Hamm is supported by Amanda Peet and Olivia Munn. Additionally, Apple TV+ has already renewed the series for a second season.

3

‘Alien: Earth’

Premiering on Hulu in Summer 2025

Likely set to be one of the biggest shows of the year, Alien: Earth was announced back in December 2020, with Noah Hawley serving as the creator. The official description of the sci-fi horror series reads: “When a mysterious space vessel crash-lands on Earth, a young woman (Sydney Chandler) and a ragtag group of tactical soldiers make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat.”

The Alien franchise is a huge IP that began in 1979 and has since spawned numerous novels, comics, and video games. With Scott developing the show alongside Hawley and a cast that includes Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, and Timothy Olyphant, Alien: Earth will be nothing short of a creative achievement for Hulu.

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2

‘Chad Powers’

Premiering on Hulu in Fall 2025

Created by Glen Powell and Michael Waldron, Chad Powers is an upcoming sports comedy series in the same vein as Ted Lasso. Inspired by the 2022 Eli Manning sketch on ESPN, Chad Powers revolves around the story of a hotshot athlete who finds himself at a crossroads and is forced to disguise himself before walking into the Southern football team as a new player.

Powell plays the lead character, bringing his charm and comedic timing to the role. The series is expected to be a breakout comedy hit with hilarious moments and unexpected twists and turns. It also stars Steve Zahn, Toby Huss, Wynn Everett, Perry Mattfeld, Clayne Crawford, Frankie A. Rodriguez, Xavier Mills Colton, Ryan, Keese Wilson, and Quentin Plair.

1

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’

Premiering on HBO, Date TBD

A prequel to Game of Thrones, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms takes place in the rich and expansive world of Westeros and follows the journey of “a naïve but courageous knight and his diminutive squire,” as they traverse the politics and battles of the realm. The series is based on Martin’s novellas, “Tales of Dunk and Egg,” which assimilate themselves into the “Song of Ice and Fire” saga quite effortlessly.

The series is an anticipated addition to HBO’s lineup thanks to its connection to the Game of Thrones universe. It stars Peter Claffey as Ser Duncan the Tall, or Dunk, the titular hedge knight, and Dexter Sol Ansell as Egg, Prince Aegon Targaryen, a prince of the Targaryen dynasty and Dunk’s squire.