NBC Unveils 2026 Fall Schedule: New Programming Begins September 9

NBC has finalized the premiere dates for the 2026 fall broadcast season, setting the stage for a dynamic lineup of new series and returning favorites.

The season kicks off on Sept. 9 with NFL coverage of the Seattle Seahawks vs. the New England Patriots, following the rematch of last year’s Super Bowl. The first Sunday‑night primetime football broadcast will occur on Sept. 13 when the Dallas Cowboys host the New York Giants.

Following the Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14, NBC launches its scripted slate with “The Traitors: New Blood” on Sept. 17. The civilian version, hosted by Alan Cumming, starts with a two‑hour premiere and a second two‑hour episode on Sept. 24, before shifting to a one‑hour slot from Oct. 8 onward.

“The Voice” season 30 premieres on Sept. 21, featuring new coaches Queen Latifah and Riley Green alongside returning mentors Kelly Clarkson and Adam Levine. The following night, the drama “Line of Fire” launches its two‑hour debut, following the lineup of police procedural action.

The trio of “One Chicago” series—“Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire,” and “Chicago PD”—returns on Wednesdays beginning Oct. 7. The next evening, Oct. 8, sees “Law & Order: SVU” followed by “Law & Order” in consecutive one‑hour slots.

Reba McEntire returns to the network with season 3 of “Happy’s Place” on Oct. 23, followed immediately by the premiere of the new comedy “Newlyweds.” The show stars real‑life couple Téa Leoni and Tim Daly as older adults who impulsively marry after a whirlwind romance.

Season 3 of “St. Denis Medical” returns on Nov. 2, with “The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins” Season 2 following in the 8:30‑9 p.m. slot.

The “Rockford Files” reboot, starring David Boreanaz, and the fresh comedy “Sunset P.I.” are slated for midseason releases.

NBC also celebrates its centennial with a three‑hour special broadcast on Dec. 10, and will air the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade coverage on Nov. 26.

The comprehensive fall premiere schedule is outlined below (all times Eastern Standard Time).

**WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9**
7‑8:20 p.m. – Football Night in America
8:20‑11:30 p.m. – NFL Kickoff Game (New England at Seattle)

**SUNDAY, SEPT. 13**
7‑8:20 p.m. – Football Night in America
8:20‑11:30 p.m. – Sunday Night Football (Dallas at N.Y. Giants)

**THURSDAY, SEPT. 17**
8‑10 p.m. – The Traitors: New Blood

**MONDAY, SEPT. 21**
8‑10 p.m. – The Voice
10‑11 p.m. – Line of Fire

**TUESDAY, SEPT. 22**
8‑9 p.m. – The Voice
9‑11 p.m. – America’s Got Talent

**WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 23**
8‑9 p.m. – The Voice
9‑11 p.m. – America’s Got Talent Season Finale

**FRIDAY, SEPT. 25**
9‑11 p.m. – Dateline NBC

**WEDNESDAY, OCT. 7**
8‑9 p.m. – Chicago Med
9‑10 p.m. – Chicago Fire
10‑11 p.m. – Chicago P.D.

**THURSDAY, OCT. 8**
9‑10 p.m. – Law & Order: SVU
10‑11 p.m. – Law & Order

**FRIDAY, OCT. 23**
8‑8:30 p.m. – Happy’s Place
8:30‑9 p.m. – Newlyweds

**MONDAY, NOV. 2**
8‑8:30 p.m. – St. Denis Medical
8:30‑9 p.m. – The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins

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