Top 21 Must-Watch TV Shows for Fall 2025

Living in the era of “Peak TV,” the abundance of television shows airing year-round is a delight for viewers. And as we head into fall, the lineup looks especially exciting. Get ready to cozy up with some pumpkin spice and your favorite sweater, because the post-Labor Day TV schedule is packed with new series and returning favorites.

Netflix’s “Wednesday” Season 2 Part 2 kicks things off on 9/3, with Jenna Ortega’s titular character facing some serious challenges. Meanwhile, if you loved “The Office,” you won’t want to miss “The Paper” on Peacock starting 9/4. This mockumentary series, created by Greg Daniels, follows a struggling newspaper trying to survive with a new team of reporters. Fans of NCIS can look forward to the spin-off “NCIS: Tony & Ziva” premiering on Paramount+ on 9/4, featuring the beloved characters in a new setting.

On HBO, “Task” debuts on 9/7, starring Mark Ruffalo as an FBI agent tackling violent crimes in Pennsylvania. Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building” returns for Season 5 on 9/9, featuring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez investigating a mob war in New York City.

With a mix of drama, mystery, and comedy, these upcoming shows promise to keep you entertained throughout the fall season. So grab your remote, settle in, and get ready for an exciting lineup of television this autumn.