This autumn’s television lineup promises a diverse array of returning favorites and fresh content, ranging from gripping dramas to light-hearted comedies and insightful documentaries. Notable offerings include the much-anticipated return of espionage thriller “Slow Horses,” starring Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Jack Lowden, as it enters its sixth season on Apple TV from September 16. Fans can also look forward to new series such as “Youth,” with Sharon Horgan navigating the complexities of aging and family life in a comedy set to premiere on HBO Max on September 20. Meanwhile, Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey star in “Brothers,” a comedic exploration of identity and friendship on Apple TV from September 23.
The small screen will also witness some intriguing new dramas, including “Last Seen,” a mystery featuring Patrick Brammall as a former police officer dealing with the discovery of a young girl’s remains. This six-part series debuts on Apple TV on September 9. Catherine Zeta-Jones leads an exciting cast in “Kill Jackie,” a Prime Video thriller premiering on October 2, where she portrays a former cocaine dealer trying to escape her past. Additionally, Apple TV’s crime drama “Nocturne,” arriving on October 30, brings together Liev Schreiber and Zazie Beetz in a tense hunt for a serial killer.
Comedy enthusiasts will be treated to some engaging formats, such as “The Lycett Arms,” where Joe Lycett hosts a lively mix of comedy and conversation from an east London pub starting September 4 on Channel 4. The celebrity-studded lineup of “Strictly Come Dancing” returns to BBC One with new hosts and participants, while Channel 4’s “The Great British Bake Off” sees Nigella Lawson joining Paul Hollywood on the judging panel this September.
For documentary and factual content lovers, “Mums v Big Pharma” on BBC explores the real-life impact of sodium valproate on pregnant women, while “Damilola Taylor: The Last 24 Hours” examines the tragic end of a young boy’s life in a poignant documentary featuring John Boyega. Meanwhile, Prime Video’s “Apocalypse” challenges participants to survive in an abandoned town without modern conveniences, reflecting on post-apocalyptic survival scenarios.
Other noteworthy mentions include “Black Doves,” returning for a second season on Netflix, and Disney+’s continuation of the drama “Rivals” set against the backdrop of the 1987 storm. The adaptation of Stephen King’s “Carrie” on Prime Video brings a modern twist to the classic tale, and “Legacy of Spies” promises intrigue with Matthew Macfadyen leading a new take on John le Carré’s espionage stories. With such an eclectic mix, this season’s television schedule is set to captivate and entertain audiences across various genres.