Stuck for something to watch? Then welcome to TV Showcase 2026 – your indispensable guide to what’s on television.
Each edition is packed with details and suggestions for some top TV treats which are winging their way to you in the not-too distant future. We’re talking shows which might provide a quick injection of entertainment on a dark rainy night, or shows which may become your next favourite series.
When it comes to TV there’s plenty of entertainment on offer. So, if you want some inspiration, keep reading!
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The Beauty
First up is the sci-fi body horror, The Beauty. Created by Ryan Murphy (Nip/Tuck, Glee, American Horror Story), and starring Evan Peters, Anthony Ramos, Jeremy Pope, Ashton Kutcher, Rebecca Hall, and Isabella Rossellini, the series revolves around the deaths of a collection of supermodels who share a connection.
Describing the series, FX said: “In FX’s The Beauty, when international supermodels begin dying in gruesome and mysterious ways, FBI Agents “Cooper Madsen” (Evan Peters) and “Jordan Bennett” (Rebecca Hall) uncover a conspiracy that threatens the future of humanity. The investigation leads them directly into the crosshairs of “The Corporation” (Ashton Kutcher), who will stop at nothing to protect his trillion-dollar empire.”
Based on the comic book of the same name by Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley, The Beauty is available to stream on FX, Hulu, and Hulu on Disney+ from January 21st.
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The ‘Burbs
Next up is the black comedy series, The ‘Burbs. Created by Celeste Hughey, and based on the classic Tom Hanks movie of the same name, The ‘Burbs promises plenty of suburban shenanigans and hopefully some laughs too!
Describing The ‘Burbs, Peacock said: “Set in present-day suburbia, The ‘Burbs follows a young couple returning to the husband’s childhood home. Their world is upended when new neighbors move in next door, bringing old secrets of the cul-de-sac to light, and new deadly threats shatter the illusion of their quiet little neighborhood.”
The ‘Burbs stars Keke Palmer, Jack Whitehall, Julia Duffy, Paula Pell, Mark Proksch, and Kapil Talwalkar. Should you wish to check out the new show, The ‘Burbs is available on Peacock from February 8th.
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TV Gold…
Inside No. 9
Over to TV Gold now for a show which has only just acquired its TV Gold status, having recently completed its impressive nine season run. The show is the superb British black comedy anthology series, Inside No. 9.
Written and created by Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith, Inside No. 9 is an incredibly clever, brilliantly penned series centred around a collection of self-contained 30-minute stories. Across the show’s 55-episode run, Inside No. 9 offers 55 different narratives, incorporating comedy, tragedy, horror, the weird, the wonderful, and so much more in between.
The basic premise of the show is as follows: Each instalment focuses on different characters encountering different scenarios, often with a twist at the end of the tale (Think Tales of the Unexpected, The Twilight Zone, or Tales From the Crypt). The scenarios range from a witch trial and birthday surprise, to a silent burglary, an argument over a restaurant bill, and a reunion for a comedic double-act.
Creators Pemberton and Shearsmith appear in almost every episode, sometimes as the lead players, sometimes in bit parts, while the rest of the cast are completely different and usually consist of famous British actors. Along the way the cast are surrounded by a smorgasbord of clever and quirky stories designed to have viewers chuckling one minute, shedding a tear the next, and occasionally recoiling in terror.
During the show’s ten year-run on the BBC (2014-2024), Inside No. 9 was constantly praised by critics and fans alike, picking up multiple awards in the process. It also demonstrated endless innovation and creativity, often going beyond the realms of traditional TV, with episodes playing out like mini movies.
If you didn’t catch Inside No. 9 the first time around, or for some reason you’re not familiar with it, now is a great time to work your way through the series. Inside No. 9 is without doubt one of the best British shows in recent years.
Should you wish to watch Inside No. 9, the show is available to stream in the UK on BBC iPlayer. Alternatively (if you don’t live in the UK), Inside No. 9 is available on DVD.
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Take That
And finally, sticking with the British theme for this next show – a Netflix docu-series about one the UK’s most successful boy bands: Take That. The iconic pop band – who were huge in the 1990s and have maintained their popularity as a ‘man’ band in later years – are the subject of a three-part limited series which streams worldwide this month.
Describing the series (which is also titled Take That), Netflix said: “Take That tells the remarkable story of the UK’s most iconic boy band. Now, in this 3-part limited docu-series, go behind the scenes with Gary, Howard, Mark, Jason, and Robbie as they reveal their personal experiences in a band that captivated millions of fans, playing sold-out shows, topping the charts with 12 huge UK No.1 hit singles and selling over 45 million records worldwide.
“Featuring 35 years of rare archive, never-before-seen footage, personal material plus brand new interviews with Gary, Howard and Mark, this series offers an intimate look at the highs, the heartbreaks, and the enduring legacy of one of the UK’s most successful bands of all time.
“From their early beginnings as five piece formed in Manchester to becoming pop superstars, relive the camaraderie, chaos, and resilience that fueled their meteoric rise, dramatic split, and one of the greatest comebacks in British music history. Told in their own words, this is the deeply personal and definitive story of Take That.”
Sound like a must-see series? Well, you should probably stick it on your watch list.
Take That will drop onto Netflix on January 27th.
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