15 Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2025

The year 2025 is stacked with exciting releases across streaming and cable. From returning hits to brand-new originals, the lineup has something for every type of viewer. Wired rounded up the 15 shows that people are most eager to watch this year, and here’s a simplified blog-style take. Why 2025 Feels Special for TV Audiences have more choices than ever, but what makes this year stand out is the mix. We’re getting long-awaited sequels, fresh adaptations, and daring experiments. Instead of safe bets, platforms are taking risks — and fans are ready. The Shows Everyone Is Talking About • House of the Dragon (Season 2) — The Targaryen civil war heats up, and fans can’t wait for the fiery battles. • Stranger Things (Final Season) — Hawkins’ story is coming to a close. The mix of nostalgia, horror, and heart has people hyped. • The Last of Us (Season 2) — After a breakout first season, this video game adaptation continues with darker turns. • Severance (Season 2) — The cliffhanger left fans desperate for answers. Expect more twists about work and identity. • Wednesday (Season 2) — Jenna Ortega returns as the sharp and quirky Addams daughter, with more mysteries at Nevermore. • Andor (Season 2) — Star Wars fans are calling it one of the best spin-offs. Season 2 heads toward Rogue One events. • The Sandman (Season 2) — Neil Gaiman’s dark fantasy returns with bigger scope and surreal storytelling. • The White Lotus (Season 3) — A new hotel, new guests, and the same biting satire about wealth and desire. • Arcane (Season 2) — Netflix’s animated hit based on League of Legends continues the saga of sisters Jinx and Vi. • The Penguin — Colin Farrell’s Gotham crime saga spins out of The Batman, showing Penguin’s rise. • Agatha: Darkhold Diaries — A WandaVision spin-off focused on fan-favorite witch Agatha Harkness. • Fallout — Amazon’s big-budget adaptation of the post-apocalyptic video game. • Blade Runner 2099 — A TV continuation of the cult sci-fi universe, set decades after 2049. • Daredevil: Born Again — Charlie Cox is back as the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen, now with a longer Disney+ run. • Avatar: The Last Airbender — A live-action Netflix retelling of the beloved animated series. What This Means for Viewers This list shows just how diverse TV in 2025 is going to be. From dragons and superheroes to sci-fi dystopias and fantasy legends, there’s something for every fan. Whether you love action, drama, or animation, 2025 has a show to pull you in.