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Okay, so 2026 is already doing the absolute most. I was just sitting here, minding my own business, trying to finish my 400th rewatch of Succession, when the renewal news started dropping like hotcakes. Real talk: some of these were expected, but others? Total jump scares. If you’re wondering if your fave survived the Netflix chopping block or the HBO purge, I’ve got you. Let’s look at the shows that are officially living to see another season!
1. Yes, Chef! Carmy is coming back to stress us out
The Bear Season 5 is officially happening at FX/Hulu and I am already sweating. Look, I’ll be honest—Season 4 was a total emotional rollercoaster that left us all needing serious therapy, but Jeremy Allen White isn’t done with us yet. Reportedly, the scripts are even more intense this time. Honestly, if we don’t get a happy ending for Sydney soon, I’m going to riot. 96% on Rotten Tomatoes doesn’t lie, people. We need more kitchen chaos!
2. Pedro Pascal is still the internet’s dad, obviously
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HBO just greenlit The Last of Us Season 3 and we are absolutely sobbing. We already knew Season 2 was going to wreck us, but knowing the journey continues is both a blessing and a curse. Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal are the duo we don’t deserve. The ratings have been massive, and honestly, the storytelling is just on another level. I’m lowkey obsessed with how they’re handling the source material. Get your tissues ready, it’s going to be a long wait.
3. Bridgerton Season 5 is officially a go, dearest reader
Netflix knows we can’t get enough of the Ton. Bridgerton Season 5 is confirmed and I’m already wondering which sibling is next in line for the marriage mart. After the absolute fire that was Season 4, the bar is literally in the stratosphere. We’re living for the costumes, the string quartet covers of pop songs, and the DRAMA. Sach mein, I need the Eloise season like I need air. Don’t make us wait two years again, Netflix!
4. Shogun Season 3 is coming to conquer your watchlist
Arrey, did you see this coming? Because I didn’t. FX literally said ‘actually, let’s do two more seasons’ of Shogun. Hiroyuki Sanada is back to grace our screens and honestly, the production value alone is enough to make me weep. It’s officially becoming a massive franchise and I’m lowkey obsessed with how they’re going to expand beyond the book. It’s the prestige TV we crave. No cap, this is the best news of the year.
5. Wednesday Season 3 is officially happening (snap snap!)
Jenna Ortega is coming back to be our favorite goth icon. Netflix confirmed Wednesday Season 3 and I am screaming. The vibes? Immaculate. The dance moves? Iconic. Reportedly, the new season will lean even harder into the horror elements, which is exactly what we want. Honestly, we need more of the Addams family dynamic. If Thing doesn’t get a standalone episode soon, what are we even doing? I’m totally mood-boarding this already.
6. Fallout Season 3 is ready to emerge from the vault
Prime Video isn’t letting go of their biggest hit. Fallout Season 3 is a go! After that Season 2 finale that literally left my jaw on the floor, we need more Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins. The show has a 94% on Rotten Tomatoes for a reason—it’s weird, it’s funny, and it’s totally gross in the best way. I’m literally obsessed with the retro-futuristic aesthetic. More power armor, please!
7. Abbott Elementary Season 6 is the school year we need
Quinta Brunson is a literal genius. ABC renewed Abbott Elementary for Season 6 and my heart is so full. This show is the ultimate comfort watch. The mockumentary style is still fresh, and the chemistry between Janine and Gregory? We can’t! It’s the kind of show that makes you laugh and cry in the same 22 minutes. Honestly, it’s carrying network TV on its back right now. Sach mein, it’s iconic.
8. The Traitors Season 4 is bringing the backstabbing back
Alan Cumming in a cape? Say no more. Peacock has officially renewed The Traitors for Season 4. This show is pure chaos and I am living for it. The casting is always top-tier—mixing reality legends with people who have no idea what they’re doing. It’s the ultimate water-cooler show. I’ve already got my theories on who should be a Traitor next. If they don’t cast more icons, I’ll be so disappointed.
9. House of the Dragon Season 4 is more Targaryen mess
HBO is keeping the dragons flying. Season 4 is officially happening, which means more family therapy sessions that end in fire and blood. Look, I know the timeline gets confusing, but the drama is just too good to ignore. Rhaenyra and Alicent’s beef is the gift that keeps on giving. The ratings are still through the roof, proving that we are all just suckers for Westeros. Total mood.
10. Heeramandi Season 2 is giving us more royal drama
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is bringing us back to the world of Heeramandi! Netflix confirmed Season 2 and I am shook. The sets, the jewelry, the sheer scale of it all—it’s a total vibe. After that Season 1 ending, we need to know what happens to the remaining queens. It’s the desi content we’ve been craving on a global scale. Arrey, the fashion alone is worth the subscription fee. Literally obsessed.
11. The White Lotus Season 4 is going… somewhere expensive
Mike White is the chaotic king of TV. HBO renewed The White Lotus for Season 4 before Season 3 even finished airing! Where are we going next? The Maldives? The Swiss Alps? Wherever it is, someone is definitely going to die and I’m going to love every second of it. The social satire is just so sharp it hurts. I’m lowkey hoping Jennifer Coolidge finds a way back as a ghost. We can dream!
12. Squid Game Season 3 is the ultimate endgame
I’m not crying, you are. Netflix just greenlit Squid Game Season 3 and I am shaking. After the Season 2 cliffhanger that literally broke the internet, we need answers. Director Hwang Dong-hyuk is bringing the heat again. Will Gi-hun finally take down the system? Or are we just in for more trauma? Either way, I’ll be seated with my popcorn. It’s the cultural phenomenon that just won’t quit. No cap, I’m terrified but excited.
FAQs
Is The Bear Season 5 officially confirmed?
Yes! FX and Hulu have officially greenlit a fifth season of the hit show. Jeremy Allen White and the rest of the crew are expected to return for more high-stress kitchen drama in 2026.
When will Wednesday Season 3 be released on Netflix?
While Season 3 is officially renewed as of May 2026, a specific release date hasn’t been set. However, production is reportedly starting soon, so expect it late 2026 or early 2027.
Are there more Bridgerton seasons coming after Season 5?
Absolutely! Netflix previously suggested they want to cover all the Bridgerton siblings, so we are likely looking at seasons through at least Season 6 and beyond. Dearest reader is safe!
There you have it! 2026 is looking like a total banger for TV lovers. Whether you’re here for the Targaryen drama or the Chicago kitchen stress, your watchlist is officially set. Which renewal are you most hyped for? Did your favorite show make the cut or are you currently screaming at your screen? Let me know in the comments and share this with your binge-watching bestie!
