'One Piece' and 7 Other Anticipated Series That Will Return With New Seasons in 2026
Find out the release dates and streaming platforms for these hits.
2026 promises to be a true feast for audiences. Leading this parade is undoubtedly One Piece, the legendary epic saga whose Netflix adaptation has captured the hearts of devoted manga fans and newcomers alike.
1. 'One Piece' Season 2
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Release Date: March 10, 2026
Monkey D. Luffy dreams of becoming the Pirate King. To do so, he must find Gold Roger's infamous treasure, amassed over countless voyages.
His determination and passion for helping others bring him together with other brave souls. Together, they form a crew and embark on a grand adventure fraught with danger.
The second season will follow the journey through the perilous Grand Line, where the Straw Hat Pirates face their most famous trials. A new character, Tony Tony Chopper, will also finally join the main cast.
2. 'The Boys' Season 5
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Streaming Platform: Prime Video
Release Date: April 8, 2026
In the Season 4 finale, Homelander rises to power and the President of the US is on his side. The Boys accept defeat, split up, and attempt to escape, but they still fall into a trap.
The Boys is one of the most successful superhero series, distinguished by its dark humor, political commentary, and deconstruction of the genre.
In the finale, Billy Butcher's allies, reinforced by Godolkin's disgraced students, will attempt to defeat Homelander once again.
3. 'Daredevil: Born Again' Season 2
Streaming Platform: Disney+
Release Date: March 2026
The first season of the show was part of Phase 5 of the MCU. The second season will be part of Phase 6, which will also include Spider-Man: Brand New Day, featuring Jon Bernthal's Punisher.
In the new episodes, Murdock will continue his fight against the Kingpin, who will increase his power even more.
To this end, Daredevil will attempt to assemble a team of loyal superheroes, including his longtime friend, Jessica Jones. After six years, the character will return to the universe.
4. 'Euphoria' Season 3
Streaming Platform: HBO Max
Release Date: April 2026
Seventeen-year-old Rue returns home after spending time in rehab. However, she can't seem to break free from her old habits, and drugs and partying are once again ruining her life. Suddenly, Rue finds a friend who gives her hope for happiness again.
In the new episodes, Rue will hide in Mexico, Jules will attend art school, Cassie and Nate will prepare for their wedding, Maddy will work in Hollywood, and Lexi will become the showrunner's assistant.
5. 'Ted Lasso' Season 4
Streaming Platform: Apple TV+
Release Date: 2026
In the Season 3 ending, which was supposed to be the series finale, Ted Lasso leaves the A.F.C. Richmond club gratefully. He has learned a lot, but he has given even more in return.
The series is a kind of therapy session. The protagonist approaches the players with kindness and love, trying to bring out their humanity. The next chapter will introduce new characters: Ted will coach a women's team.
6. 'Shrinking' Season 3
Streaming Platform: Apple TV+
Release Date: January 28, 2026
Therapist Jimmy is trying to mend his relationship with his daughter and come to terms with a huge tragedy – the death of his wife.
Disillusioned with his job as a therapist, he has decided to resort to radical therapy, which involves violating professional ethics and attempting to intrude on his patients' private lives.
Shrinking is a heartfelt story about coping with trauma from Bill Lawrence, the creator of Scrubs and Ted Lasso.
7. 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' Season 2
Streaming Platform: Netflix
Release Date: 2026
The world is shaped by four elements: fire, water, earth, and air. Each element belongs to one of the four peoples. The nations lived in harmony for a long time until the Fire Nation decided to establish dominance.
Only the Avatar, who controls all four elements, can stop the war. The responsibility falls on 12-year-old Aang, who must embark on a dangerous journey.
After saving the Northern Water Tribe, Aang, Katara, and Sokka travel to the Earth King to convince him to help them fight Ozai. The next season will finally introduce Toph, a blind prodigy who will teach Aang earthbending.
8. 'House of the Dragon' Season 3
Streaming Platform: HBO Max
Release Date: 2026
Following the death of King Viserys, the Targaryens began an uncompromising struggle for the Iron Throne. Princess Rhaenyra and her former best friend Alicent, who had given birth to a son for her father, found themselves on opposite sides of the conflict.
The subjects were divided into two camps: those who adhered to the traditional male line of succession and those who advocated for sweeping change.
The series will conclude with Season 4, therefore, the showrunners must fit all remaining events from the source material into 16-20 episodes. Season 3 will see the confrontation intensify further, with viewers treated to one of the bloodiest naval battles in Westeros' history.
