27 TV Shows That Are Premiering And Returning In Spring 2025 That Are Worth Checking Out
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There are a lot of new and returning shows to check out this spring, including new shows from Shonda Rhimes and Amy Sherman-Palladino, the final season of "You," Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey return to "The Last of Us," and much more.
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This list does not include shows that are in the middle of their current seasons and returning from hiatus, like Abbott Elementary, Grey's Anatomy, 9-1-1, Ghosts, Law & Order: SVU, Yellowjackets, Daredevil: Born Again, Severance, The White Lotus, and more.
For fans of the video game, this is the moment we've been bracing for. For TV show-only viewers, buckle up. The Last of Us returns with Season 2 as Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) have made a home for themselves in Jackson after the chaotic events that ended Season 1. However, this is TLOU, so things don't stay quiet for too long, especially when a new group arrives and secrets are exposed. This new season will introduce numerous new characters from the game, including Abby (Kaitlyn Dever), Dina (Isabela Merced), Jesse (Young Mazino), and more. Catherine O'Hara has also joined the cast in a mystery role.
When it returns: April 13 on HBO and Max
What if you combined the mystery and comedy of Knives Out with the scandalous world of the White House from Scandal? Oh, and it's created by Shonda Rhimes. That's what The Residence is. 132 rooms. 157 suspects. One dead body. One disastrous state dinner. That's what we're dealing with when Detective Cordelia Cupp (Uzo Aduba) arrives to try and solve this murder. As the investigation unfolds, more secrets are exposed, alliances are forged, and we dig even deeper into the upstairs-downstairs world of the White House.
Starring: Uzo Aduba, Giancarlo Esposito, Edwina Findley, Molly Giggs, Jason Lee, Ken Marino, Al Mitchell, Randall Park, Dan Perrault, Bronson Pinchot, Julieth Restrepo, Mel Rodriguez, Susan Kelechi Watson, Isiah Whitlock Jr., Mary Wiseman, and more
When it premieres: March 20 on Netflix
This new season of Criminal Minds picks up six months after prisoners attack Elias Voit (Zach Gilford), leading to his restless followers on the dark web looking to wreak havoc all over the US. In order to stop more innocent people from being killed, the BAU is forced to work alongside Voit, who has his own agenda.
When it returns: May 8 on Paramount+
Natasha Lyonne returns in the second season of this Emmy-nominated series. Charlie Cale (Lyonne) is back on the run, and just like before, she's ready to solve one mystery after another. And, just like Season 1, this season is filled to the brim with incredible guest stars, including Cynthia Erivo, Melanie Lynskey, Jason Ritter, Justin Theroux, Katie Holmes, Giancarlo Esposito, Haley Joel Osment, John Cho, John Mulaney, and more. Plus, they even found time to squeeze in an Orange Is the New Black reunion with Taylor Schilling and Adrienne C. Moore guest starring, too.
When it returns: Spring 2025 on Peacock
When Hacks returns sometime this spring, everything will be a little different, with Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) now getting ready to lead her new late-night talk show. After a falling out with Ava (Hannah Einbinder), the writer's room is sure to be a little more tense, especially since they have a chance to make history with this late-night show. The series has announced so many guest stars for this season, including Julianne Nicholson, Michaela Watkins, and more.
When it returns: April 10 on Max
The epic — and sure to be bloody — final season of You drops on Netflix this spring. After spending time in LA and London, Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) has returned to New York City to enjoy his happily ever after...or so he thinks. Soon, his perfect life is threatened by the ghosts and secrets he thought were long gone and hidden in his past. As things begin to bubble to the surface, his own dark desires also return, making this one hell of a final ride.
When it returns: April 24 on Netflix
Created by Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino, Étoile follows the dancers and artistic staff of two world-renowned ballet companies. Set in both NYC and Paris, the series charts both companies as they embark on an ambitious gambit to save their storied institutions by swapping their most talented stars. And, because this is an Amy Sherman-Palladino show, you'll be able to spot familiar stars from Gilmore Girls, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and Bunheads.
Starring: Luke Kirby, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Lou de Laâge, Gideon Glick, David Alvarez, Ivan du Pontavice, Taïs Vinolo, David Haig, Simon Callow, Yanic Truesdale, and more
When it premieres: April 24 on Prime Video
Based on the book by Liz Moore, Long Bright River follows Mickey (Amanda Seyfried), a police office who patrols a Philadelphia neighborhood where she grew up that has been hit hard by the opioid crisis. When a string of murders begin to happen, Mickey realizes that her history might actually be related to the case.
Starring: Amanda Seyfried, Nicholas Pinnock, Ashleigh Cummings, Callum Vinson, John Doman, and more
When it premieres: March 13 on Peacock
The final season of Andor begins this spring, with 12 episodes broken up into four chapters that will take viewers all the way up to the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Season 2 continues to follow Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) and the early days of the Rebel Alliance. In particular, it looks like these final episodes will include a trip to Ghorman, which is notably the site of a deadly massacre by Imperial forces that incentives the rebellion even more. If Season 1 is any indication, Season 2 will include both incredible storytelling and absolutely heartbreaking moments.
When it returns: April 22 on Disney+
Based on the beloved Judy Blume novel, Forever is a reimagining for a new generation. Created by Mara Brock Akil, the series follows the epic love story between Keisha Clark (Lovie Simone) and Justin Edwards (Michael Cooper Jr.). Set in Los Angeles in 2018, Forever charts their romance — which started with them being each other's first kisses — as well as explores their individual identities.
Starring: Lovie Simone, Michael Cooper Jr., Karen Pittman, Wood Harris, Xosha Roquemore, Marvin Winans III, Niles Fitch, Barry Shabaka Henley, Ali Gallo, Adriyan Rae, Paigion Walker, Xavier Mills, E’myri Crutchfield, and more
When it premieres: May 8 on Netflix
The highly-anticipated third season of The Wheel Time finally drops this March. After defeating Ishamael at the end of Season 2, Rand (Josha Stradowski) reunites with his friends in the city of Falme and is declared the Dragon Reborn. However, with threats against the Light multiplying, the White Tower stands divided, the Black Ajah has run free, and old enemies are making their return to Two Rivers. Oh, and the Forsaken are in hot pursuit of the Dragon. Yup, a lot is happening in this action-packed third season.
When it returns: March 13 on Prime Video
Inspired by a true story, Good American Family is based on the adoption of Natalia Grace (Imogen Faith Reid), a girl with a rare form of dwarfism, by Kristine (Ellen Pompeo) and Michael Barnet (Mark Duplass). Told from multiple perspectives, the series explores the mystery that begins to emerge surrounding Natalia's age and background as Kristine and Michael slowly start to suspect she may not be who she says she is. While they try to protect their family, Natalia also fights her own battle to confront her past and future. The series marks Pompeo's first new TV series since Grey's Anatomy.
Starring: Ellen Pompeo, Mark Duplass, Imogen Faith Reid, Dulé Hill, Christina Hendricks, Sarayu Blue, Jenny O'Hara, and more
When it premieres: March 19 on Hulu
The Studio follows Matt Remick (Seth Rogen), the newly appointed head of embattled Continental Studios. As movies struggle to stay alive and relevant, Matt and his team of, well, infighting executives battle their own insecurities and wrangle narcissistic artists to try and make some really great films. With a never-ending sense of panic, parties, set visits, casting decisions, and more, every opportunity could lead to success or absolute failure.
Starring: Seth Rogen, Catherine O'Hara, Kathryn Hahn, Ike Barinholtz, Chase Sui Wonders, Bryan Cranston, Keyla Monterroso, Dewayne Perkins, and more
When it premieres: March 26 on Apple TV+
Ransom Canyon follows rancher Staten Kirkland (Josh Duhamel), who is healing from a heartbreaking loss and is on a quest for vengeance. His only glimmer of hope? Quinn O'Grady (Minka Kelly), a longtime family friend and owner of the local dance hall. As the battle to save Ransom Canyon, a ranch in Texas, wages on between three family dynasties, a mysterious cowboy comes into town and brings up old secrets from the past. Staten fights to protect the land he calls home, and it seems like only love can pull him back from the demons that haunt him.
Starring: Josh Duhamel, Minka Kelly, James Brolin, Eoin Macken, Lizzy Greene, Marianly Tejada, Jack Schumacher, Garrett Wareing, Andrew Liner, and more
When it premieres: April 17 on Netflix
This Law & Order spinoff moves from NBC to Peacock this spring. This new season explores the dangerous worlds of cross-border smuggling, high-tech domestic terrorism, and a crime family that is intent on repaying Stabler (Christopher Meloni) for the injury he caused them in Rome. As his worlds collide, Stabler will put everything on the line once again to fight for justice and protect those who need it.
When it returns: April 17 on Peacock
Ncuti Gatwa returns in his second season as the Doctor. This time, the Doctor meets Belinda Chandra (Varada Sethu) and is now on an epic quest to return her to Earth. However, a mysterious force is stopping their return and the time-traveling TARDIS team must face great dangers, even bigger enemies, and wider terrors than ever before.
When it returns: April 12 on Disney+
Pulse is Netflix's first medical drama, and it looks like it's hitting the ground running with so much drama. The new series follows third-year resident Dr. Danny Simms (Willa Fitzgerald), who is unexpectedly thrust into a promotion when beloved Chief Resident Dr. Xander Phillips (Colin Woodell) is suspended. Plus, all of this is happening as a hurricane is barreling toward Miami. With the hospital now in lockdown, Danny and Phillips must find a way to work together as secrets are exposed, including a romance between them. As the ER processes the fallout of their relationship, other challenges emerge, both personal and professional, that keep everyone on the edge of their seats.
Starring: Willia Fitzgerald, Colin Woodell, Justina Machado, Jack Bannon, Jessie T. Usher, Jessy Yates, Chelsea Muirhead, Daniela Nieves, and more
When it premieres: April 3 on Netflix
This Emmy Award-winning series comes to an end this spring. In this final season, June's (Elisabeth Moss) unyielding spirit and determination pull her right back into the fight to take down Gilead, this time alongside Luke (O.T. Fagbenle) and Moira (Samira Wiley). Meanwhile, Serena (Yvonne Strahovski) tries to reform Gilead while Commander Lawrence (Bradley Whitford) and Aunt Lydia (Ann Dowd) reckon with the choices they've made. It's sure to be a monumental (and chaotic) final season of one of the most important shows as June fights for the pursuit of justice and freedom.
When it returns: April 8 on Hulu
Executive produced by Ridley Scott, this new crime drama is based on Dennis Tafoya's book of the same name. The series follows long-time Philly friends Ray (Brian Tyree Henry) and Manny (Wagner Moura), who pose as DEA agents to rob an unknown house in the countryside. However, their small-time grift suddenly becomes a life-and-death situation, as they are now unwittingly wrapped up in the biggest hidden narcotics operation on the Eastern seaboard.
Starring: Brian Tyree Henry, Wagner Moura, Marin Ireland, Kate Mulgrew, Nesta Cooper, Amir Arison, Ving Rhames, and more
When it premieres: March 14 on Apple TV+
From the creators of Will & Grace, this new comedy series follows three best friends who, after an unexpected death, decide to spend their "golden years" living together in Palm Springs alongside one of their wealthy mothers. It's a chosen family comedy for the ages as Nathan Lane, Matt Bomer, and Nathan Lee Graham team up for this hilarious and old-school comedy series. Mid-Century Modern also marks the final performance from Linda Lavin, who died in late 2024.
Starring: Nathan Lane, Matt Bomer, Nathan Lee Graham, Linda Lavin, and more
When it premieres: March 28 on Hulu
Inspired by a true story, Dying for Sex follows Molly (Michelle Williams), who finds out she is living with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer. After her diagnosis, Molly makes the decision to leave her husband and begin to explore the full breadth and complexity of her sexual desires for the first time in her life. Now, she's trying to check things off her proverbial bucket list as she embarks on an adventure alongside her ride-or-die BFF, Nikki (Jenny Slate).
Starring: Michelle Williams, Jay Duplass, Jenny Slate, Rob Delaney, Kelvin Yu, David Rasche, Esco Jouléy, Sissy Spacek, and more
When it premieres: April 4 on Hulu
Side Quest is a new anthology series set in the world of Mythic Quest. The show explores the lives of employees, players, and fans who have all been impacted by the Mythic Quest games. Each installment will follow different characters as we explore how much of Ian's (Rob McElhenney) game has influenced the world around him.
Starring: Rob McElhenney, Annamarie Kasper, Esai Morales, Shalita Grant, Anna Konkle, and more
When it premieres: March 26 on Apple TV+
Inspired by the true life of Melissa G. Moore and the podcast of the same name, Happy Face follows Melissa (Annaleigh Ashford), who discovers that her father (Dennis Quaid) is the prolific serial killer known as Happy Face. The series kicks off after decades of no contact when he finally forces himself back into his daughter's life. When Melissa finds out a man is going to be sentenced to death for a crime her father actually committed, she races to save the innocent man while also discovering the impact her father had on his victims' families.
Starring: Annaleigh Ashford, Dennis Quaid, James Wolk, Tamera Tomakili, and more
When it premieres: March 20 on Paramount+
After being fired in disgrace, Andrew "Coop" Cooper (Jon Hamm), a hedge fund manager, is left to grapple with his recent divorce and everything that has happened that caused his life to fall apart. This leads him to start stealing from his neighbors' homes in the exceedingly affluent Westmont Village. However, she soon discovers that the secrets and affairs hidden behind the wealthy faces are more dangerous than he ever could've imagined.
Starring: Jon Hamm, Amanda Peet, Olivia Munn, Hoon Lee, Lena Hall, Mark Tallman, Isabel Marie Gravitt, Donovan Colan, Eunice Bae, Aimee Carrero, and more
When it premieres: April 11 on Apple TV+
Set in 1969, this new comedy series tells the story of the Chambers family, a family pursuing lofty and seemingly impossible dreams. When Hampton Chambers (David Oyelowo) is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn't exactly go as planned. During his absence, his wife and sons have formed an unconventional family, and Hampton's return sends everything into chaos.
Starring: David Oyelowo, Simone Missick, Jahi Di'Allo Winston, Evan Ellison, and more
When it premieres: April 16 on Apple TV+
Following the events of Season 1, this The Walking Dead spinoff returns with its sophomore season this spring. The new season continues to follow Maggie (Lauren Cohan) and Negan (Jeffrey Dean Morgan), but this time, they once again find themselves on opposing sides of the growing war for control of Manhattan. As their paths intertwine again, they come to see that the way out for both of them is much more complicated (and harrowing) than anything they've faced before.
When it returns: May 4 on AMC and AMC+
The series follows Hub Halloran (Kevin Bacon), a murdered bounty hunter who's back from the dead after being resurrected by the Devil. While it sounds great that he's got a new lease on life, his resurrection comes with a price. He's now tasked with trapping and sending demons who have escaped Hell back where they belong. With the held — or hindrance — of his estranged family, Hub also learns how his own sins got his own soul condemned.
Starring: Kevin Bacon, Jennifer Nettles, Damon Herriman, Beth Grant, Maxwell Jenkins, Jolene Purdy, and more
When it premieres: April 3 on Prime Video
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