Fall is almost upon us, and that brings with it a new television season. Back in the days when the broadcast networks captured most of the audience, September was a big month with all of the new and returning shows. But now that the streaming services dominate, this time of year is not as big of a deal, especially for sci fi TV seeing as there is very little of that on the old-school networks of late. But there are still some shows of interest on those channels plus plenty of selections from the streamers (and a few cable nets) through the end of the year. I actually count August as the beginning of the season, so some of these shows have already had their premieres. More are on the way and I expect some additions to the schedule over the next few months.
Below are all the genre entries I am currently tracking for the Fall season (which is less than last fall, more on that in an upcoming post), and you can watch for updates at our Sci Fi TV Premieres Page. You can also keep up with the weekly schedule at this link, and be sure to follow our Cancellation Watch posts and our Twitter and Mastodon accounts for updates and breaking news as the season progresses. Links are to the show pages on this site with more info, trailers, and status updates.
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August
Batman: Caped Crusader (Amazon) Season 1 Premieres Aug 1
Welcome to Gotham City, where the corrupt outnumber the good, criminals run rampant, and law-abiding citizens live in a constant state of fear. Forged in the fire of tragedy, wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne becomes something both more and less than human—The Batman. His one-man crusade attracts unexpected allies within the GCPD and City Hall, but his heroic actions spawn deadly, unforeseen ramifications.
The Umbrella Academy (Netflix) Season 4 Premieres Aug 8 FINAL SEASON
A dysfunctional family of superheroes comes together to solve the mystery of their father’s death, the threat of the apocalypse. and more. The fourth and final season takes place six years after the reset as the powerless Hargreeves clan faces a secret society and learns that the greatest threat to the universe . . may be themselves.
Solar Opposites (Hulu) Season 5 Premieres Aug 12
A team of four aliens escape their exploding home world only to crash land into a move-in ready home in suburban America. They are evenly split on whether Earth is awful or awesome. Korvo and Yumyulack only see the pollution, crass consumerism, and human frailty while Terry and Jesse love humans and all their TV, junk food and fun stuff. Their mission: protect the Pupa, a living super computer that will one day evolve into its true form, consume them and terraform the Earth.
Rick & Morty: The Anime (Adult Swim/Max) Season 1 Premieres Aug 15
In this Japanese Anime version of Rick & Morty by Takashi Sano, Rick relaxes in a pseudo-world between multiverses, Summer helps Space Beth fight the evil Galactic Federation, and Morty falls in love with a mysterious girl who happens to be an atemporal being.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Amazon) Season 2 Premieres Aug 29
In Season 2 of this series, Sauron has returned. Cast out by Galadriel, without army or ally, the rising Dark Lord must now rely on his own cunning to rebuild his strength and oversee the creation of the Rings of Power, which will allow him to bind all the peoples of Middle-earth to his sinister will.
Kaos (Netflix) Season 1 Premieres Aug 29
As discord reigns on Mount Olympus and almighty Zeus spirals into paranoia, three mortals are destined to reshape the future of humankind.
Terminator Zero (Netflix) Season 1 Premieres Aug 29
A warrior from a post-apocalyptic future travels to 1997 to protect an AI scientist being hunted by an unfeeling — and indestructible — cyborg.
For status updates on the current sci fi and fantasy shows along with breaking news on cancellations and renewals, follow our Cancellation Watch posts.
September
Agatha All Along (Disney+) Season 1 Premieres Sep 18
The infamous Agatha Harkness finds herself down and out of power after a suspicious goth Teen helps break her free from a distorted spell. Her interest is piqued when he begs her to take him on the legendary Witches’ Road, a magical gauntlet of trials that, if survived, rewards a witch with what they’re missing. Together, Agatha and this mysterious Teen pull together a desperate coven, and set off down, down, down The Road . . .
From (MGM+) Season 3 Premieres Sep 22
This series unravels the mystery of a nightmarish town in middle America that traps all those who enter. As the unwilling residents fight to keep a sense of normalcy and search for a way out, they must also survive the threats of the surrounding forest – including the terrifying creatures that come out when the sun goes down.
Grotesquerie (FX) Season 1 Premieres Sep 25
A series of heinous crimes have unsettled a small community, and Detective Lois Tryon feels these crimes are eerily personal, as if someone—or something—is taunting her. With no leads and unsure of where to turn, she accepts the help of Sister Megan, a nun and journalist with the Catholic Guardian. As Lois and Sister Megan string together clues, they find themselves ensnared in a sinister web that only seems to raise more questions than answers.
Krapopolis (FOX) Season 2 Premieres Sep 29
Set in a mythical ancient Greece-inspired city called Krapopolis, this series follows the flawed family of humans, gods, and monsters trying to run one of the world’s first cities without killing each other.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (AMC) Season 2 Premieres Sep 29
Daryl Dixon sets out to find Rick Grimes but somehow gets carried across the ocean to France. He journeys across that country encountering the survivors there while also trying to find a way back home. The second season sees the return of Melissa McBride and follows the next chapter of Daryl and Carol’s friendship.
See all the upcoming sci fi and fantasy TV premieres at this link and keep up with the weekly schedule at this link.
October
The Legend of Vox Machina (Amazon) Season 3 Premieres Oct 3
Everything is at stake in the long-awaited third season of this series. The Chroma Conclave’s path of destruction spreads like wildfire while the Cinder King hunts down Vox Machina. Our lovable band of misfits must rise above inner (and outer) demons to try and save their loved ones, Tal’Dorei, and all of Exandria.
Superman and Lois (CW) Season 4 Premieres Oct 7 FINAL SEASON
The world’s most famous superhero and comic books’ most famous journalist face the pressures and complexities that come with balancing work, justice, and parenthood in today’s society.
Ghosts (CBS) Season 4 Premieres Oct 17
A young couple, Sam and Jay, inherit a haunted mansion and, unaware of their invisible housemates, plan to turn it into a B&B. Their lives become much more complicated after a fall causes Sam to see the ghosts.
Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance (Netflix) Season 1 Premieres Oct 17
The Principality of Zeon, an alliance of space colonies, rebels against the Earth Federation, triggering a war of independence. Zeon pilot Iria Sorari must defend the European front against the Earth Federation.
Hysteria (Peacock) Season 1 Premieres Oct 18
When a beloved varsity quarterback disappears during the “Satanic Panic” of the late 1980s, a struggling high school heavy metal band of outcasts realize they can capitalize on the town’s sudden interest in the occult by building a reputation as a Satanic metal band, until a bizarre series of murders, kidnappings, and reported “supernatural activity” triggers a leather-studded witch hunt that leads directly back to them.
The Penguin (HBO) Season 1 Premieres Oct 19
Starring Colin Farrell as The Penguin, this DC Studios series continues the epic crime saga that began with Matt Reeves’ blockbuster movie The Batman.
What We Do in the Shadows (FX) Season 6 Premieres Oct 21 FINAL SEASON
This mockumentary series documents the nightly exploits of vampire roommates Nandor, Laszlo, Nadja and Colin Robinson as they navigate the modern world of Staten Island with the help of their former familiar and current human friend, Guillermo as well as their vampire bureaucrat acquaintance, The Guide.
Star Trek: Lower Decks (Parmount+) Season 5 Premieres Oct 24 FINAL SEASON
This animated comedy series follows the support crew on one of Starfleet’s least important ships, the U.S.S. Cerritos, in 2380. Ensigns Mariner, Boimler, Rutherford, and Tendi have to keep up with their duties and their social lives, often while the ship is being rocked by a multitude of sci-fi anomalies.
For the weekly schedule of sci fi and fantasy shows along with news and the latest trailers, follow our Sci Fi TV Highlights posts.
November
Silo (Apple TV+) Season 2 Premieres Nov 15
In a ruined and toxic future, thousands live in a giant silo deep underground. After its sheriff breaks a cardinal rule and residents die mysteriously, engineer Juliette starts to uncover shocking secrets and the truth about the silo.
Outlander (Starz) Season 7B Premieres Nov 22
Following the harrowing events of Season 6, Jamie and Young Ian race to rescue Claire before she’s tried and wrongfully convicted for the murder of Malva Christie. But their mission is complicated by the beginning of a geopolitical firestorm: The American Revolution has arrived.
Arcane (Netflix) Season 2 Premieres Nov 2024 FINAL SEASON
Set in the utopian region of Piltover and the oppressed underground of Zaun, the story follows the origins of two iconic League of Legends champions-and the power that will tear them apart.
Keep up with sci fi TV news, updates, trailers and discussions at r/SciFiTV.
December
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (Dinsey+) Season 1 Premieres Dec 3
Four kids make a mysterious discovery on their home planet that leads them to get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy.
Secret Level (Amazon) Season 1 Premieres Dec 10
This adult-animated anthology series features original stories set within the worlds of fifteen of the most beloved video games: Armored Core, Concord, Crossfire, Dungeons & Dragons, Exodus, Honor of Kings, Mega Man, New World: Aeternum, PAC-MAN, various PlayStation Studios games, Sifu, Spelunky, The Outer Worlds, Unreal Tournament and Warhammer 40,000.
The Dragon Prince (Netflix) Season 7 Premieres Dec 19 FINAL SEASON
Two human princes forge an unlikely bond with the elfin assassin sent to kill them, embarking on an epic quest to bring peace to their warring lands.
Not Scheduled Yet
Dune: Prophecy (Max) Premieres Fall 2024
Set 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides, this series traces the origins of the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit.
Mayfair Witches (AMC) Season 2 Premieres Fall 2024
Mayfair Witches is an exploration of female power and the mortal implications of our decisions. Mayfair Witches focuses on an intuitive young neurosurgeon who discovers that she is the unlikely heir to a family of witches. As she grapples with her newfound powers, she must contend with a sinister presence that has haunted her family for generations.
SurrealEstate (Syfy) Season 3 Premieres Fall 2024
Real estate agent Luke Roman is the owner of The Roman Agency, a boutique residential real estate brokerage specializing in “metaphysically engaged” properties, also known as haunted houses. Luke has a special connection to the spiritual realm; he can not only sense the presence that might inhabit a client’s house, he can often communicate and negotiate with it. Along with his team, Luke takes on the houses nobody else can or will.
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