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ABC Unveils 2026 Summer TV Schedule With a New ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Spinoff
ABC is kicking off summer with a new TV schedule that will offer audiences a little break from intense weekly dramas.
On tap is a slate of game shows and reality competitions, along with a brand-new spinoff title in the Dancing With the Stars franchise, Dancing With the Stars Pro, hosted by the most recent DWTS Mirrorball Trophy winner, Robert Irwin, so you don’t have to wait till the fall for more dancing fun.
Additionally, ABC will be home of the ESPYs and a special CMA concert special, while Sunday’s will be for fans of classic movies, which will span the ’80s, ’90s and ’00s classics: Cocktail, Father of the Bride Part II, Independence Day, Moana, The Parent Trap, The Princess Diaries, The Sandlot, Sister Act, Speed, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Toy Story 4, True Lies and What About Bob?
Taylor Frankie Paul’s The Bachelorette is not on the lineup following the controversies, though the press release notes that The Bachelor, Bachelor in Paradise and DWTS have been renewed for new seasons with premiere dates being announced down the line.
It all kicks off on June 25, 2026 – check out the full list below!
Here’s the full ABC 2026 Summer Schedule
THURSDAY, JUNE 25
8 p.m. CMA Fest (three-hour event)
THURSDAY, JULY 9
8 p.m. “Celebrity Family Feud” Season 12
9 p.m. “Press Your Luck” Season 7
MONDAY, JULY 13
8 p.m. “DANCING WITH THE STARS: THE NEXT PRO”
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15
8 p.m. The 2026 ESPYS (three-hour event, simulcast on ESPN+)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22
8 p.m. “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” Season 5
High Potential is headed to the Super Bowl.
The ABC drama has been chosen to air in the slot right after Super Bowl LXI on Feb. 14, 2027. The series, which usually airs Tuesday nights, will be airing a special episode that Sunday.
The third season of the Kaitlin Olson-led drama doesn’t have a premiere date just yet, but it’s been held back from its usual fall premiere to a midseason date, so it’ll likely be airing new episodes for a few weeks before dropping a brand-new episode after the game.
Getting the coveted post-Super Bowl slot is a super big deal for a series.
The show that airs immediately after the Super Bowl gets one of the most valuable time slots in television. Networks airing the game that year typically use it to introduce new series, boost existing hits, or turn a promising show into a breakout success.
High Potential’s procedural nature means that it’ll be easy enough to hook new audiences who may not have heard of the show or have been meaning to watch it but haven’t gotten around to it. And we know people will fall in love with the characters as much as we have!
The series will also likely use it for a major turning point in the series–a huge plot twist or a character development.
The Super Bowl attracts an enormous audience, with millions of people who may not usually watch that network’s programming, offering the series massive exposure (far more than during a typical broadcast), more promotion, as the episode is advertised throughout the game, building anticipation, a vote of confidence from the network (we love that ABC loves High Potential as much as we do), and potential long-term growth, as many may seek out to watch additional installments in the future or even stream earlier episodes.
High Potential will hopefully have the same success as some other hit shows, which benefited largely from the post-Super Bowl boost.
Friends‘ 1996 episode attracted over 54 million viewers, making it the most-watched episode in the sitcom’s history. Famously, This Is Us’ 2018 episode, which revealed the nature of Jack Pearson’s death, drew nearly 27 million viewers, more than doubling its season 2 premiere audience, while NBC used the post-Super Bowl slow to introduce the Justin Hartley drama Tracker to a national audience, making it a huge hit.
Fans have been patiently awaiting the new season of High Potential, forced to wait even longer than expected when the premiere was delayed from fall to sometime in January. While an official premiere date hasn’t been announced, this more than makes up for the extended hiatus. And we’re confident it’ll lead to bigger and better things!
High Potential stars Olson, Daniel Sunjata, Judy Reyes, Javicia Leslie, Deniz Akdeniz, Steve Howey, Amirah J and Matthew Lamb.
Anna Pigeon just got the best news ever.
Ahead of the season finale of the 10-episode first season (it airs on Friday, Oct. 9), the Tracy Spiridakos-led drama has been renewed for a second season.
What Did Tracy Spiridakos Say About Anna Pigeon Season 2?
“We’re headed back to the park! 🤠 #AnnaPigeon Season 2 is coming to @USANetwork,” an Instagram video revealed, showing Spiridakos putting on the ranger hat and declaring, “season 2, baby!”
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The renewal news isn’t surprising, as Anna Pigeon became USA Network’s “highest-rated original scripted series premiere in nearly eight years” following its debut, drawing in an average of 2.35 million total viewers within seven days of the premiere.
“Across its total run, Anna Pigeon has reached 18 million total viewers,” the release detailed.
“Anna Pigeon has connected with audiences in a meaningful way, bringing a compelling new heroine and a fresh perspective to USA Network,” said Michael Sluchan, SVP, Scripted Content, Entertainment, VERSANT. “We’re thrilled to continue Anna’s journey with Tracy, Morwyn, Lea and our incredible partners at Cineflix.”
The series, which stars Spiridakos as the titular character, is based on the New York Times best-selling novels by Nevada Barr.
“It’s been really thrilling to see audiences fall in love with Anna and come to the park every week,” said Showrunner Morwyn Brebner. “We’re so grateful to our cast and crew who brought Nevada Barr’s iconic world to life with such heart and passion; we cannot wait to get back outside for season two.”
When Will Anna Pigeon Season 2 Premiere?
Since a renewal was just revealed, the series hasn’t even gone into production yet, so it’s unclear when it will premiere. The first season premiered on Aug 7, 2026, so it’s possible it’ll be another mid-summer premiere.
Anna Pigeon Cast
It’s unclear whether or not the season 1 cast will all return for season 2.
For now, it stars Tracy Spiridakos, Paulina Alexis, Ronnie Rowe, Tricia Helfer, Kim Coates, Crystle Lightning, Cooper Levy, Manuel Rodriguez-Saenz, Ryan Northcott, Nikki Rae Hallow, Jordan Sledz and Melanie Scrofano.
What Happened on Anna Pigeon Season 1
While we don’t know how Anna Pigeon Season 1 will end, the first season saw her dealing with the loss of her husband and experiencing many near-death moments at the park, including at the hands of fellow park ranger Manny’s wife, Bethany, who is the daughter of the show’s villain, Jeremiah, who has it out for Anna and is polluting the local water with his real estate expansion. Fans have also watched Anna navigate a complex love life with bartender Jesse, who asked her to move in with him, and FBI agent Frederick, who has reopened the case into the mysterious death of Anna’s late husband, Zach.
Anna Pigeon: Where to Watch
Anna Pigeon airs Friday nights, exclusively on the USA Network. Following the season one finale, episodes will stream online on USANetwork.com and on Fandango.
After nearly a decade on the air, All American is officially heading toward its final chapter—and fans are already preparing to say goodbye.
The hit CW drama, inspired by the life of former NFL player Spencer Paysinger, is wrapping up with its eighth and final season, bringing the long-running story of Spencer James and his inner circle to a close.
When Is the All American Series Finale Airing?
As announced on the official Instagram account, the series finale will air on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET on The CW, marking the end of one of the network’s most successful recent dramas.
“Started with a dream, ends with a legacy. The series finale of #AllAmerican airs Monday, September 28 on The CW!” the network’s social media shared.
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The final season, which premiered in July, consists of 13 episodes, giving the show time to tie up major storylines and deliver an emotional sendoff.
Since its debut in 2018, All American has built a loyal fan base thanks to its mix of sports drama, personal struggles and relationships. The show has followed Spencer’s journey from high school football standout to navigating life, love and ambition beyond the field—while also spotlighting the lives of those around him.
For many, the finale won’t just mark the end of a season—it will close the book on a story that has resonated for years.
When Will All American’s Final Season Debut on Netflix?
NetflixLife revealed the final eight-episode season will hit Netflix 8 days after the series finale airs, arriving to stream in its entirety on Oct. 6, 2026.
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