2025's Most Anticipated TV Shows and Returning Series Highlight a Diverse Slate

From political thrillers to cult favorites, this year's lineup promises a mix of fresh premieres and awaited follow-ups across streaming platforms.

Major political thrillers such as 'Zero Day,' starring Robert De Niro as a former U.S. president, and 'Paradise,' featuring Sterling K. Brown in a conspiracy drama, are set to debut this year.
Long-awaited returning series include 'Severance' (Season 2), 'The Last of Us' (Season 2), 'Yellowjackets' (Season 3), and 'The White Lotus' (Season 3), with new storylines and expanded casts.
'The Gilded Age,' 'Stranger Things,' and 'Wednesday' are among the highly anticipated returning hits, with fans eager for new developments in these beloved series.
New comedies like 'The Four Seasons,' created by Tina Fey and starring Steve Carell, and 'Chad Powers,' a football satire with Glen Powell, aim to deliver fresh laughs.
Upcoming projects such as 'The Residence,' a White House murder mystery, and 'Apple Cider Vinegar,' a satire on wellness culture, reflect a broad range of creative storytelling.