Top 50 Autumn TV Shows 2025: Must-Watch Series Including Stranger Things & More

August 29, 2025

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Learning in Yorkshire

Do you recall the touching story of 16-year-old Musharaf and his struggle to overcome his stutter with the support of his inspiring English teacher, Mr. Burton? Ten years have passed since the nation and awards panels alike were captivated by the students and educators at Thornhill Community Academy in Dewsbury. Once again, the school has welcomed back the cameras. Mr. Burton has now ascended to the role of headmaster. This return visit offers a glimpse into the changes over the last decade, including increased teenage anxiety, heightened exam pressures, reduced budgets, a shortage of teachers, declining student attendance, and the influence of smartphones and social media. This series promises to be an absorbing look at contemporary Britain through the daily life of a typical state secondary school.

Channel 4, 31 August

Deserted on Honeymoon Island

Prepare to be hooked on your next reality TV fixation. From the creators of Married at First Sight, comes this daring dating show where 12 singles are matched by experts and whisked away for a honeymoon on a secluded island, stripped of their phones and outside contact. Can they survive and find romance? Hosted by matchmaking icon Davina McCall, this series blends the thrill of survival with the quest for love, reminiscent of a mashup between Love Is Blind and Survivor. Originally premiered in Belgium and now going global, it’s an audacious format, but will it captivate the UK audience?

BBC One, 3 September

Wednesday

If you’re craving more eerie teenage drama, the second season of Tim Burton’s popular series is back just a month after the first batch of episodes. Wednesday Addams, portrayed by Jenna Ortega, is desperate to thwart the foreseen death of her werewolf roommate Enid Sinclair, following a series of grim visions. The high-profile addition to this season is none other than Lady Gaga, contributing both her acting talents as a teacher at Nevermore Academy and a haunting new track, likely to become a Halloween anthem.

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Netflix, 3 September

Mitchell and Webb Are Not Helping

Peep Show enthusiasts rejoice—nearly ten years since their last project, David Mitchell and Robert Webb reunite for a brand-new sketch comedy. Joined by emerging comedic talents like Kiell Smith-Bynoe and Lara Ricote, the duo humorously tackles everything from the nuisances of airport security to the historical introduction of flush toilets in Georgian England. Expect a series brimming with absurdity and laughter.

Channel 4, 5 September

The Paper

In this sequel to the beloved US mockumentary, produced by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, Domnhall Gleeson stars as Ned Sampson, the enthusiastic new editor of the faltering Toledo Truth Teller. Sharing an office with a toilet paper manufacturer, Ned struggles to motivate his disinterested staff, leading to numerous awkward comedic moments. The cast, including Tim Key and Oscar Nunez, promises a series filled with cringe-worthy hilarity.

Sky Max/Now, 5 September

Task

From the creator of Mare of Easttown, Brad Ingelsby brings another gripping crime drama to HBO. Mark Ruffalo stars as an FBI agent leading a task force against a series of brutal home invasions in suburban Philadelphia. As the tension escalates, Ruffalo’s character finds himself in a cat-and-mouse game with a deceptively ordinary family man, played by Tom Pelphrey, who is secretly the leader of a violent gang.

Sky Atlantic/Now, 8 September

Only Murders in the Building

More murders seem to be occurring at the Arconia than anywhere else in the city. In the fifth season of this beloved comedy-mystery, the trio of podcasting sleuths—Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short—investigate the mysterious death of their beloved doorman Lester. The season welcomes new cast members Keegan-Michael Key and Renée Zellweger, promising even more intrigue and laughs.

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Disney+, 9 September

AKA Charlie Sheen

“I was saving these stories for my therapist,” jokes Charlie Sheen, as he opens up in a new documentary detailing his tumultuous journey from TV’s highest-paid star to his public meltdown. This candid film features insights from friends, foes, family members, and Sheen himself.

Netflix, 10 September

The Girlfriend

Robin Wright directs and stars alongside Olivia Cooke in this psychological thriller, based on Michelle Frances’s bestselling novel. When a wealthy woman becomes suspicious of her son’s new girlfriend, tension builds, leading to a glossy mix of twists and suspense. Is the mother justifiably protective, or is she paranoid?

Prime Video, 10 September

Black Rabbit

Move over, The Bear—Netflix’s latest restaurant drama is here. Following a dramatic robbery at a high-end New York restaurant, Jude Law and Jason Bateman star as brothers whose lives spiral out of control. Expect a series filled with crime, intrigue, and gourmet hot dogs.

Netflix, 18 September

The Lowdown

In 2011, Lee Roy Chapman shook Tulsa, Oklahoma, with his explosive report on the city’s founder’s ties to the Ku Klux Klan. Ethan Hawke stars in this gritty dramatization, created by Native American filmmaker Sterlin Harjo. With a stylish neo-noir approach, this series promises a complex exploration of hidden truths.

Disney+, 23 September

Slow Horses

The fifth season of this espionage drama sees the misfit spies of Slough House nearly bring down MI5 after a series of mishaps. The stellar cast includes Kristin Scott Thomas and Jack Lowden, with Gary Oldman returning as the unorthodox but brilliant Jackson Lamb.

Apple TV+, 24 September

House of Guinness

In 1868, the death of Sir Benjamin Guinness leaves his brewery empire in limbo. His four adult children must navigate family dynamics and business challenges in a drama that spans Dublin and New York. With a cast including James Norton and Jack Gleeson, this series promises to be a rich family saga.

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Netflix, 25 September

Wayward

Mae Martin creates a chilling thriller set in a correctional facility for teens, starring Toni Collette. Expect a tense and unnerving series that may keep you up at night.

Netflix, 25 September

The Savant

Jessica Chastain stars in this series about an FBI profiler with an uncanny ability to identify potential mass killers online. This timely drama delves into the dark corners of the internet where violence and misogyny lurk.

Apple TV+, 26 September

Chad Powers

Eli Manning stars in a sports comedy inspired by his viral college football prank. Disgraced quarterback Chad Powers attempts to revive a struggling team—and his career—under the guise of a middle-aged rookie. Expect laughs and heartfelt moments.

Disney+, 30 September

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