New TV Dramas & Comedies Set Early 2026 Premieres

Fox is gearing up for its winter 2026 television season with a slate of new and returning series. The network has announced early premiere dates for several anticipated shows, offering viewers a first look at new dramas and comedies. This lineup promises a mix of genres to entertain audiences in the new year.

Leading the new offerings is Patrick Dempsey in "Memory of a Killer," a drama series about a hitman with a dangerous double life and a hidden secret. The series is set for a special two-night premiere event in late January. Another new series, "Best Medicine," stars Josh Charles as a brilliant surgeon who leaves Boston for a small-town practice, facing quirky locals and his own blunt bedside manner.

The schedule also includes advance season premieres for returning favorites. "Animal Control," starring Joel McHale, will debut its fourth season before the new year, followed by new episodes of animated mainstays "The Simpsons," "Krapopolis," and "Bob's Burgers." Other comedies like "Going Dutch" and "Doc" are also set to premiere new seasons or episodes in early 2026.