The upcoming autumn television lineup features a compelling blend of returning series, fresh dramas, comedies, documentaries, and innovative entertainment formats. Highlights include new projects led by stars such as Sharon Horgan, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jodie Comer, and Matthew Macfadyen. Notable entries include “Slow Horses,” which returns for its sixth season, and “Kill Jackie,” where Catherine Zeta-Jones portrays a former cocaine dealer whose past catches up with her. Meanwhile, “Legacy of Spies” brings Matthew Macfadyen to the small screen in a John le Carré adaptation. This season promises a rich tapestry of storytelling to engage audiences across various networks and streaming platforms.
Set in an authentic east London pub, Joe Lycett’s new entertainment format, “The Lycett Arms,” will air on Channel 4 from September 4. This show continues the comedian’s journey from “Late Night Lycett” with a mix of comedy, conversation, and celebrity guests. Also debuting in September is “Last Seen,” a mystery drama on Apple TV featuring Patrick Brammall as a former police officer drawn back into an investigation after the remains of a young girl are found nearby. For comedy enthusiasts, “Youth” on HBO Max follows Sharon Horgan as Alex, navigating the complexities of ageing, parenthood, and personal upheaval starting September 20.
Apple TV is set to feature a series titled “Brothers” on September 23, starring Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey as exaggerated versions of themselves, exploring themes of identity and familial bonds. Meanwhile, “Strictly Come Dancing” returns to BBC One with a new trio of hosts, introducing Johannes Radebe, Emma Willis, and Josh Widdicombe, along with a fresh celebrity lineup. On Channel 4, the beloved “The Great British Bake Off” welcomes Nigella Lawson to the judging panel for its September season.
October brings Catherine Zeta-Jones to Prime Video in “Kill Jackie,” where she plays a former drug dealer whose life unravels under threat from hired assassins. On the same platform, “Last One Laughing: Halloween Special” returns with comedians like Jack Dee and Phil Wang. The crime drama “Nocturne,” starring Liev Schreiber and Zazie Beetz, premieres on Apple TV on October 30, centering around a homicide detective’s pursuit of a serial killer in Pennsylvania.
Further highlights include “The Altruists,” a drama exploring the rise and fall of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, and “Black Doves,” an espionage thriller on Netflix. The latter features Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw, with new cast members joining for its second season. As the year progresses, audiences can look forward to intriguing narratives in “Blue Lights,” “Blue Planet III,” and the adaptation of “The Boys from Brazil,” among others, ensuring a diverse and engaging array of programming.