Fall television is back in full swing, and this season’s new slate has something for everyone. Teenagers chasing rock ‘n’ roll dreams, beloved NCIS icons returning to action, and TikTok stardom turned cautionary tale are just the beginning.

True crime fans will find plenty to binge with a shocking cartel story straight from prison interviews, while Marvel devotees can sink their teeth into an undead twist on their favorite heroes. Comedy lovers are also covered, with Glen Powell leading a hilarious football-fueled reinvention and Jimmy Fallon turning advertising into primetime competition.

With streaming platforms and networks battling harder than ever for your attention, these seven premieres stand out as buzzy, must-watch contenders. Whether you’re in the mood for dark thrills, heartfelt drama, or meta-reality chaos, September’s lineup proves that the TV landscape is as unpredictable  and entertaining as ever.

The Runarounds

From the creative mind behind Outer Banks, this new dramedy follows a group of high school boys with big dreams of becoming the next great American rock ‘n’ roll band. Between battling unreliable drummers, recovering stolen instruments, dealing with pushy parents, and navigating the ups and downs of teenage life, the boys have plenty to overcome if they want their music to take center stage.

Release Date: September 1, 2025
How To Watch: Prime Video

NCIS: Tony & Ziva

The NCIS universe expands once again with a spinoff that reunites beloved stars Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo. Fans will finally catch up with Anthony DiNozzo and Ziva David, who left for Paris to raise their daughter. This new chapter leans more serialized, bringing family dynamics, international intrigue, and the signature mix of heart and high-stakes cases that has made NCIS one of the most enduring franchises on television.

Release Date: September 4, 2025
How To Watch: Paramount+

Thirst Trap: The Fame. The Fantasy. The Fallout.

William White rose to fame lip-synching old-school hits on TikTok, capturing the attention of a passionate fanbase — many of them older women. What started as lighthearted content quickly spiraled into a phenomenon, and this docuseries digs into the rise, the obsession, and the fallout of overnight internet fame. It’s a raw look at the dark side of viral stardom and the consequences of living life in the spotlight.

Release Date: September 9, 2025
How To Watch: Paramount+

Marvel Zombies

Marvel fans get a gruesome twist in this animated limited series that asks what happens when Earth’s mightiest heroes — and villains — become flesh-hungry zombies. With a brain-devouring Thanos wielding Infinity Stones, the story is equal parts gory and outrageous, continuing the imaginative spirit of What If…? but doubling down on the horror. Expect iconic cameos and plenty of tongue-in-cheek dark humor.

Release Date: September 24, 2025
How To Watch: Disney+

Cocaine Quarterback: Signal-Caller for the Cartel

Owen Hanson’s transformation from USC athlete to international drug kingpin is the stuff of legend — and now it’s the focus of this chilling three-part documentary. Hanson himself sits down from prison to recount his story, alongside those who knew him, creating a riveting portrait of ambition, recklessness, and the lure of cartel power. It’s true crime at its most jaw-dropping.

Release Date: September 25, 2025
How To Watch: Prime Video

On Brand with Jimmy Fallon

Jimmy Fallon brings his love of viral games and celebrity antics to primetime with a reality competition all about marketing. Contestants are tasked with crafting new campaigns for major companies, essentially turning the show into a commercial about making commercials. Equal parts absurd and self-aware, it’s a reminder that in modern television, capitalism is always part of the entertainment.

Release Date: September 30, 2025 at 10/9c
How To Watch: NBC

Chad Powers

Fresh off big-screen success, Glen Powell heads to Hulu with a comedy he co-created alongside screenwriter Michael Waldron. Powell plays Russ Holliday, a disgraced college quarterback who reinvents himself under the alias Chad Powers to join a struggling team and reignite his career. With sharp writing, football antics, and Powell’s signature charm, the series is poised to score with sports fans and comedy lovers alike.

Release Date: September 30, 2025
How To Watch: Hulu

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