These Are The 2026 TV Spin-Offs We've Been Waiting For
At this point, spin-offs aren’t just a trend—they’re a full-blown television strategy. And when they’re done well, they can feel less like recycled ideas and more like long-overdue love letters to fans. Whether it’s a breakout character finally stepping into the spotlight or a rich fictional world getting the deeper exploration it deserves, spin-offs give us new reasons to stay invested. In 2026, studios are rolling out an especially ambitious slate of spin-offs across genres, platforms, and fandoms.
Jon Snow
Jon Snow may know nothing, but fans know they’re not done with him. Jon Snow picks up after the events of Game of Thrones, following the former Lord Commander as he tries to build a life beyond the Wall. Free from prophecies and politics, the show promises a quieter, more emotional story about identity, grief, and purpose in a frozen, unforgiving world.
Screenshot from Game of Thrones, HBO (2011–2019)
The Office: Accounting
Somehow, the most chaotic department at Dunder Mifflin is finally getting its due. The Office: Accounting zeroes in on Oscar, Angela, and Kevin as they navigate audits, ethics, and interpersonal tension. The familiar mockumentary style returns, delivering painfully relatable workplace humor, subtle callbacks, and the kind of awkward silences that made the original show legendary.
Screenshot from The Office (US), NBC (2005–2013)
The Boys: Vought Rising
Before superheroes became walking PR disasters, Vought was already laying the groundwork. Vought Rising explores the early years of the corporation’s influence, revealing how profit slowly replaced heroism. Expect ruthless executives, disturbing test programs, and an uncomfortable reminder that corruption rarely starts with villains—it starts with incentives.
Screenshot from The Boys, Amazon Prime Video (2019–present)
Aegon’s Conquest
Dragons, destiny, and domination take center stage in Aegon’s Conquest. This Game of Thrones prequel chronicles the violent campaign that unified Westeros under Targaryen rule. Massive battles and political maneuvering abound, but the real story lies in how fear became the foundation of an empire that would eventually collapse under its own weight.
Screenshot from House of the Dragon, HBO (2022–present)
Peacemaker: World Tour
Peacemaker is back, and the chaos has gone international. Peacemaker: World Tour sends John Cena’s aggressively patriotic antihero across borders, cultures, and moral lines. The series doubles down on its mix of brutal action, absurd humor, and unexpected emotional beats, proving once again that this franchise works best when it’s completely unhinged.
Screenshot from Peacemaker, HBO Max (2022–present)
Fargo: Kansas City
The Fargo formula remains undefeated. Fargo: Kansas City introduces a new set of criminals whose bad decisions spiral into violence and tragedy. With sharp writing, dark humor, and that signature Midwestern tension, the series continues its tradition of turning ordinary people into unforgettable cautionary tales.
Screenshot from Fargo, FX Networks (2014–present)
The Mandalorian: New Republic
While bounty hunters grab the spotlight, someone has to clean up the mess. The Mandalorian: New Republic focuses on the fragile government trying to rebuild order after the Empire’s fall. Political compromise, espionage, and clashing ideals drive this slower, more thoughtful expansion of the Star Wars universe.
Screenshot from The Mandalorian, Disney+ (2019–present)
The Penguin
Colin Farrell’s transformation into Oz Cobb was unforgettable, and The Penguin takes that momentum straight into Gotham’s criminal underworld. The series explores how power is seized, protected, and weaponized, offering a gritty, grounded crime story that feels closer to The Sopranos than a traditional superhero show.
Screenshot from The Penguin, HBO (2024–present)
Bridgerton: Violet
Every scandal has a backstory. Bridgerton: Violet steps into the romantic past of the family matriarch, revealing a younger Violet navigating love, heartbreak, and social expectation. It’s lush, dramatic, and emotionally rich, offering a deeper understanding of the woman who holds the Bridgertons together.
Screenshot from Bridgerton, Netflix (2020–present)
The Walking Dead: Origins
The Walking Dead: Origins asks a simple but haunting question: who were these people before everything fell apart? By revisiting fan-favorite characters in their pre-apocalypse lives, the series adds emotional weight and tragic irony to choices viewers already know the consequences of.
Screenshot from The Walking Dead, AMC (2010–2022)
The Big Bang Theory: Young Sheldon’s College Years
Sheldon Cooper’s evolution continues as Young Sheldon’s College Years follows him into higher education. Academic rivalries, social misunderstandings, and early brushes with independence give fans both laughs and heartfelt moments that bridge the gap between child prodigy and adult eccentric.
Screenshot from Young Sheldon, CBS (2017–2024)
House of the Dragon: The Blackfyre Rebellion
Civil war defines The Blackfyre Rebellion, a spin-off centered on one of the most destructive conflicts in Targaryen history. Claims to the throne fracture families, dragons clash in the skies, and ambition pushes loyalty to its breaking point. It’s brutal, political, and perfectly on-brand.
Screenshot from House of the Dragon, HBO (2022–present)
Stranger Things: Hawkins High
Before the Upside Down, there was just… Hawkins. Hawkins High explores the town years earlier, blending teen drama with creeping supernatural hints. The show leans heavily on atmosphere, nostalgia, and slow-building dread, offering a fresh angle without sacrificing what makes the franchise special.
Screenshot from Stranger Things, Netflix (2016-)
Better Call Saul: Kim Wexler
Kim Wexler’s story always felt unfinished. This spin-off follows her post-Albuquerque life, examining guilt, self-reinvention, and the long shadow of past choices. Quiet, introspective, and emotionally devastating, the series keeps the Breaking Bad universe grounded in character rather than spectacle.
Screenshot from Better Call Saul, Sony Pictures Television (2015–2022)
Dexter: Trinity
Dexter: Trinity digs into the unsettling origins of Arthur Mitchell, one of TV’s most chilling villains. By exploring his transformation, the series promises a deeply psychological experience that’s less about shock value and more about how monsters are made.
Showtime, Dexter: New Blood (2021–2022)
Star Trek: Section 31
Espionage takes center stage in Star Trek: Section 31, led by Michelle Yeoh’s commanding Emperor Georgiou. The series leans into moral ambiguity and covert operations, offering a darker, sharper take on the Star Trek universe while still asking big philosophical questions.
Screenshot from Star Trek: Section 31, Paramount+ (2025)
The Witcher: Nilfgaard
Nilfgaard shifts focus from monster hunts to imperial ambition. This spin-off explores conquest, propaganda, and political power from the empire’s perspective, giving the Witcher world a colder, more strategic edge that expands its moral complexity.
Screenshot from The Witcher, Netflix (2019–present)
Law & Order: Cyber Crimes
The justice system goes digital in Law & Order: Cyber Crimes. From data breaches to online manipulation, the series modernizes the classic procedural formula while maintaining the courtroom drama and moral debates fans expect from the franchise.
Screenshot from Law & Order, NBC (1990–present)
Suits: L.A.
Legal drama meets Hollywood excess in Suits: L.A. Set in the world of entertainment law, the spin-off delivers fast talk, sharp fashion, and high-stakes negotiations where reputation is currency. It’s glossy, confident, and tailor-made for binge-watching.
Screenshot from Suits: L.A., NBC (2025–present)
The Last of Us: Fireflies
The Fireflies take center stage in this morally complex spin-off. The Last of Us: Fireflies explores resistance, sacrifice, and ideology in a broken world, offering no easy answers—only deeply human conflict and emotional consequences.
Screenshot from The Last of Us, HBO (2023–present)
Yellowstone: 1944
The Yellowstone universe heads into wartime with 1944, following the Dutton family during World War II. Scarcity, loss, and resilience define this chapter, grounding the modern franchise in its historical roots and generational struggles.
Screenshot from Yellowstone, Paramount Network (2018–present)
Rick And Morty: Citadel
Fans have been asking for this one for years. Rick and Morty: Citadel dives fully into multiversal politics, bureaucracy, and existential chaos. It’s absurd, cynical, and packed with the kind of high-concept humor that defines the franchise at its best.
Screenshot from Rick and Morty, Adult Swim (2013–present)
Avatar: The Earth Kingdom
Avatar: The Earth Kingdom explores internal conflict within one of the franchise’s most powerful nations. Political unrest, cultural identity, and personal loyalty collide in a richly detailed animated series that deepens the Avatar universe without retreading familiar ground.
Screenshot from Avatar: The Last Airbender, Netflix (2024–present)
Euphoria: Rue’s Sister
This spin-off reframes Euphoria through a quieter, more observant lens. Rue’s Sister examines addiction and trauma from the perspective of someone living in the aftermath, offering emotional depth, raw honesty, and a different kind of intensity.
Screenshot from Euphoria, HBO (2019–present)
Mission: Impossible – IMF Origins
Before Ethan Hunt became a legend, the Impossible Missions Force was just an idea. IMF Origins explores the early formation of the agency, blending classic spy tension with character-driven storytelling and high-stakes intrigue.
Screenshot from Mission: Impossible 2, Paramount Pictures (2000)
Why 2026 Feels Like A Golden Year For Spin-Offs
Spin-offs only work when there’s a real story worth telling, and 2026 is packed with them. These series don’t just revisit familiar worlds—they expand them, challenge them, and sometimes completely reframe how we see them. Whether you’re here for dragons, lawyers, superheroes, or emotional character studies, next year’s TV lineup proves that the best stories don’t always end where we thought they would.
Screenshot from The Boys, Amazon Prime Video (2019–present)
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