The upcoming autumn television schedule offers a diverse range of programming, from returning favorites to fresh series that span various genres including drama, comedy, and documentaries. Audiences can look forward to the return of shows like “Slow Horses” and “Black Doves,” as well as new projects featuring renowned actors such as Sharon Horgan, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Jodie Comer, and Matthew Macfadyen. These series promise to deliver compelling narratives and engaging performances in the months ahead.
Among the new offerings is “The Lycett Arms,” an entertainment format hosted by Joe Lycett set in an east London pub. Airing on Channel 4 from September 4, the show blends comedy, conversation, and celebrity appearances in a unique weekly event. Meanwhile, “Last Seen,” debuting on Apple TV on September 9, features Patrick Brammall as Ian Ridley, a former police officer drawn back into an investigation following the discovery of a young girl’s remains, reigniting memories of his own daughter’s disappearance years earlier.
Other notable premieres include the return of “Slow Horses” for a sixth season on September 16 on Apple TV, where espionage drama intensifies as MI5 records go missing, leaving agents exposed. Sharon Horgan stars in “Youth,” a comedy about navigating ageing and parenthood, launching on HBO Max on September 20. In “Brothers,” Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey explore themes of identity and relationships, inspired by rumors of their potential familial connection, set to stream on Apple TV from September 23.
The autumn lineup also features a mix of reality and competition series. “Strictly Come Dancing” makes a comeback on BBC One with a revamped presenting team, while “The Great British Bake Off” returns on Channel 4 with Nigella Lawson joining the judging panel. Additionally, gripping dramas such as “Kill Jackie” on Prime Video from October 2, starring Catherine Zeta-Jones as a former cocaine dealer under threat, and “War” on Sky/Now, exploring a high-profile divorce, capture intense personal conflicts and societal issues.
For those interested in thrillers and documentaries, “Nocturne” on Apple TV from October 30 offers a crime drama with Liev Schreiber and Zazie Beetz, while “Damilola Taylor: The Last 24 Hours” on BBC reflects on the tragic story of a young boy’s death with contributions from John Boyega. As the season progresses, audiences can anticipate further entries such as “Black Doves” on Netflix, “Blue Planet III” narrated by David Attenborough on BBC One, and adaptations like “Carrie” on Prime Video, ensuring a captivating blend of stories and themes across the television landscape.