Most Anticipated New Shows Releasing In 2025
Black Rabbit – September 18, Netflix
Jason Bateman and Jude Law star as estranged brothers forced back into each other’s lives after years apart. Law plays a New York nightclub owner trying to stay afloat in the city’s cutthroat underworld, while Bateman’s character—fresh out of prison—returns with dangerous baggage. Their uneasy reunion pulls them into organized crime, betrayal, and moral compromise. With psychological tension, and intense family drama, Black Rabbit promises a dark, riveting ride.
The Lowdown – September 23, FX
Set in New York’s volatile media landscape, The Lowdown follows a cutthroat columnist who knows everyone’s secrets and isn’t afraid to use them. After all, he is the self-proclaimed Tulsa “truthstorian,” played by Ethan Hawke. But when there’s a tangled murder case, credibility and survival hang in the balance. Dark humor and biting commentary on fame and power drive this must-watch series.
Hotel Costiera – September 24, Prime Video
Jesse Williams stars as Daniel “DD” De Luca, a half-Italian former U.S. Marine who becomes a fixer at a luxury hotel on Positano’s breathtaking Amalfi Coast. When the hotel owner’s daughter, Alice, vanishes under mysterious circumstances, Daniel’s job escalates from handling guests’ problems to unraveling a dangerous mystery. Expect fast-paced action, undercover work, and dark secrets buried in paradise.
Wayward – September 25, Netflix
Mae Martin and Toni Collette headline Wayward, a genre-bending thriller set in the seemingly idyllic town of Tall Pines. When officer Alex Dempsey uncovers dark secrets at a reform school for troubled teens, two runaway students join him to expose the academy’s sinister founder, Evelyn Wade. Brainwashing, disappearances, and buried conspiracies turn this quiet town into a chilling battleground of power, identity, and survival.
House of Guinness – September 25, Netflix
Diving into Ireland’s iconic brewing dynasty, House of Guinness is a sweeping historical drama chronicling the rise of the Guinness empire. With rich period detail, power struggles, and family drama at its core, the show explores how one family shaped an industry and a nation’s cultural identity. Gear up for lavish sets, tangled loyalties, and a legacy as intoxicating as the famous stout itself.
The Savant – September 26, Apple TV+
Jessica Chastain headlines The Savant, inspired by a true story. She plays a mysterious operative who infiltrates dangerous online communities to stop criminals before they act. Blending psychological intensity with edge-of-the-seat action, this thriller explores the hidden corners of the internet while raising chilling questions about modern violence, manipulation, and the price of heroism.
Chad Powers – September 30, Hulu
What started as a comedic alter-ego by NFL star Eli Manning has morphed into the quirky sports comedy, Chad Powers. The show follows an underdog football player trying to reinvent himself under a new identity. Packed with locker-room laughs, heartfelt underdog energy, and a playful nod to Manning’s viral character, this one blends sports parody with a feel-good spirit.
Boots – October 9, Netflix
Produced by Norman Lear and based on Greg Cope White’s memoir The Pink Marine, Boots is a 1990s coming-of-age comedy-drama following a closeted young man who joins the Marine Corps to find himself. Blending tender humour with harsh military realities, the series explores identity, friendship, and courage under pressure. Boots promises a timely, reflective look at queer history.
The Last Frontier – October 10, Apple TV+
In the frozen wilderness of Alaska, U.S. Marshal Frank Remnick watches over a remote town he has vowed to protect. All peace shatters when a prison transport plane crashes, freeing dozens of violent inmates into the wild. As Remnick hunts the fugitives and shields the townspeople, he begins to suspect the crash was no accident but the opening act of a far-reaching conspiracy with deadly consequences.
DMV – October 13, CBS
DMV adds humor to bureaucracy. The sitcom centers on the chaotic lives of employees and customers inside one of America’s most dreaded institutions. From absurd office politics to eccentric visitors, the workplace comedy leans into relatable frustrations while serving up heart and laughs. Think Superstore meets real-life DMV meltdowns and mayhem.
Murdaugh: Death in the Family – October 15, Hulu
Revisit one of America’s most shocking scandals in Murdaugh: Death in the Family. This drama traces the unraveling of the powerful Murdaugh dynasty and the downfall of Alex Murdaugh. The miniseries weaves together murder, corruption, and family tragedy into a haunting true-crime narrative. If you’ve ever wondered how privilege, power, and greed could collide within a Southern dynasty torn apart by lies and violence, this is a must-watch.
Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy – October 16, Peacock
Here’s another true-crime dive. Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy dramatizes the chilling story of one of America’s most infamous serial killers. Set in 1970s Chicago, the series follows Gacy’s double life as a seemingly upstanding community figure and his horrifying crimes against young men and boys. The miniseries essentially explores how Gacy evaded suspicion for years while leaving a trail of terror.
Mr. Scorsese – October 17, Apple TV+
Mr. Scorsese offers an intimate dive into the life and work of legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese. With exclusive, unrestricted access to his private archives, the series features interviews with Scorsese himself, plus collaborators and friends like Robert De Niro, Leonardo DiCaprio, Steven Spielberg, Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, and more. It traces his journey from student films at NYU to his defining Hollywood masterpieces, exploring recurring themes—morality, faith, good vs. evil—that shaped his unmistakable voice in cinema.
Sheriff Country – October 17, CBS
A spin-off of Fire Country, Sheriff Country stars Morena Baccarin as Sheriff Mickey Fox, who returns to her Northern California hometown to protect the community while confronting old wounds. Balancing police procedural drama with personal backstory, it delivers small-town tension and character-driven storytelling.
Boston Blue – October 17, CBS
This gritty police drama dives into the lives of Boston’s homicide detectives as they face violent crime, political pressure, and their own demons. Rooted in the city’s history and culture, Boston Blue blends gripping cases with the raw dynamics of its ensemble cast. For Blue Bloods fans, the show carries forward shades of Danny Reagan’s no-nonsense policing style—only darker, edgier, and set in Boston’s toughest streets.
Harlan Coben’s Lazarus – October 22, Prime Video
Master of twisty thrillers, Harlan Coben, brings Lazarus to life on Prime Video. The series follows a man who seemingly returns from the dead, unraveling secrets buried in his past and present. Expect shocking reveals, layered mysteries, and emotional stakes as Coben delivers another addictive puzzle box drama. For fans of Safe and The Stranger, this is unmissable.
It: Welcome to Derry – October 26, HBO
Expanding Stephen King’s terrifying universe, It: Welcome to Derry serves as a prequel to the hit films. Set in the 1960s, it explores how the small town of Derry first fell under Pennywise’s sinister grip. Dark lore, new characters, and spine-chilling scares promise to deepen the mythology while honoring King’s legacy. Horror fans, prepare for nightmares anew.
Talamasca: The Secret Order – October 26, AMC
Spun out of Anne Rice’s Immortal Universe, Talamasca follows the shadowy organization that studies witches, vampires, and supernatural entities. With gothic intrigue and dark secrets, fans of Interview with the Vampire and Mayfair Witches will find themselves drawn deeper into this occult world where power and mystery rule supreme.
Down Cemetery Road – October 29, Apple TV+
When a house explodes in a quiet Oxford suburb, Sarah Tucker is shaken, especially when a young girl disappears. Convinced something darker lurks beneath the chaos, she turns to private investigator Zoë Boehm for help. Their investigation leads them into a web of conspiracies—people thought dead may still be alive, and the living are vanishing. As secrets unravel, the calm veneer of suburbia shatters.
I Love LA – November 2, HBO
A stylish dramedy, I Love LA captures the messy, glamorous lives of creatives chasing fame in Hollywood. Blending satire with heartfelt stories, the show explores ambition, betrayal, and reinvention in the city of dreams. With its mix of comedy and raw drama, it paints an authentic, entertaining portrait of life under Los Angeles’ relentless spotlight.
Death by Lightning – November 6, Netflix
A period political thriller, Death by Lightning dramatizes the shocking 1881 assassination of U.S. President James Garfield and the involvement of his delusional admirer. The show dives into corruption, ambition, and betrayal during America’s Gilded Age. Undoubtedly, this Netflix drama blends historical intrigue with gripping character drama for a prestige retelling.
All Her Fault – November 6, Peacock
Based on Andrea Mara’s bestselling novel, All Her Fault is a psychological thriller about a mother who arrives to collect her son from a playdate, only to find strangers living there. Her world shifts as there’s no trace of her child. Twisting between paranoia, suspense, and gaslighting, the series is bound to keep audiences guessing.
Pluribus – November 7, Apple TV+
From Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan comes Pluribus, a genre-bending sci-fi drama. When a mysterious virus spreads across Albuquerque, it leaves people locked in perpetual happiness—except one deeply miserable author, seemingly immune. Tasked with saving the world from its own joy, she must unravel what’s behind this epidemic of bliss.
The Beast in Me – November 13, Netflix
After the tragic death of her young son, acclaimed author Aggie Wiggs withdraws from public life, paralyzed by grief and writer’s block. Her world shifts when Nile Jarvis, a charismatic real-estate mogul who was once the prime suspect in his wife’s disappearance, moves in next door. Horrified yet spellbound, Aggie becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth about Nile’s past—pulling her into a dangerous cat-and-mouse game that forces her to confront her own demons.
