Television audiences have a wide variety of programming to choose from this Sunday, October 18, 2026, as broadcast, cable, and streaming services roll out new episodes and movie premieres. The evening features everything from holiday romances to suspenseful crime dramas.
What to watch on TV and streaming tonight?
Several major networks are highlighting new content in their evening lineups. On Fox, The Simpsons will air a "Treehouse of Horror" episode where a killer stalks the town of Springfield. Meanwhile, CBS is airing Marshals, a drama centered on federal authorities investigating a military drone crash that has caused tension with tribal leadership.
Other notable programming includes:
- Professor T (PBS): The fifth season premieres as Jasper deals with a mysterious death.
- Maigret (PBS): The second season begins with an investigation into a young woman's death.
- The Real Housewives of Potomac (Bravo): The cast deals with homecoming parties and friendship repairs.
- Saturday Night Live UK (Peacock): James Norton hosts with musical guest The Streets.
New movies and series premieres
For those seeking films, Lifetime is premiering Amish Revenge, a story about a widowed mother who discovers a guest is not who he claims to be. The Hallmark Channel is also debuting Mr. & Mrs. Christmas, a holiday-themed story about reviving a local Christmas market.
On the streaming side, Netflix is preparing for the third season of Nobody Wants This, which follows the relationship between a podcast host and a rabbi. Other upcoming series mentioned for the week include the mystery-comedy Phony on Hulu and The New Stanford Prison Experiment on Netflix.
FAQ
Is there any new horror content tonight?
Yes, The Simpsons is airing a slasher-themed Halloween episode during its Treehouse of Horror installment.
Which shows are premiering new seasons?
Professor T is launching its fifth season, and Maigret is returning for its second season on PBS.
