This weekend offers a variety of new television programming across major streaming platforms and FX, highlighted by the return of a long-running horror anthology and new installments in established franchises. The slate includes new dramas, comedies, and reality competitions catering to a wide range of viewer preferences.
FX welcomes the thirteenth season of <em>American Horror Story</em>, which promises to delve into the series' legacy by featuring beloved characters and actors from its earlier seasons. The new season is set to bring back fan favorites like Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, and Evan Peters, who will reprise multiple past roles. This installment is noted for its tribute to the series' history, particularly appealing to long-time viewers.
For those interested in true crime, MGM+ presents <em>American Hostage</em>. This eight-episode thriller stars Jon Hamm as Fred Heckman, a radio newsman who becomes entangled in a high-stakes standoff in 1977. The series is based on the real-life kidnapping where a gunman demands an interview with Heckman while holding his mortgage broker captive. Giovanni Ribisi and Kristoffer Polaha also feature in the cast.
Peacock's new drama, <em>Line of Fire</em>, from <em>Quantico</em> creator Joshua Safran, merges family dynamics with a crime procedural format. The show follows the federal agent family of Peter Krause and Hope Davis as they investigate a conspiracy that escalates from a seemingly routine case. The series spans across different branches of law enforcement, including the FBI, U.S. Marshals, and Secret Service.
Starz continues the action with <em>S.W.A.T. Exiles</em>, a continuation of the series that concluded its eight-season run on CBS. The new show centers on Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, portrayed by Shemar Moore, who is brought out of retirement to train a new cohort of recruits. The series features Lucy Barrett and Adain Bradley among its cast.
Netflix is adding a fresh take on a classic with its new comedy sequel to <em>A Different World</em>. Titled <em>A Different World</em>, the series follows Deborah Wayne, a freshman at her parents' alma mater, the fictional HBCU Hillman College. Maleah Joi Moon stars as Wayne, with Alijah Kai and Cornell Young IV also in the cast. The show aims to forge new narratives while incorporating returning characters from the original '80s series.
Additionally, all three seasons of the comedy <em>Party Down</em> are now available on Netflix. The series chronicles the lives of aspiring artists working for a Los Angeles catering company. Another offering from Netflix is <em>Wonka's the Golden Ticket</em>, a reality competition inspired by Roald Dahl's <em>Charlie and the Chocolate Factory</em>. Hosted by a Gene Wilder-esque narrator, contestants compete in challenges within a chocolate factory setting, vying for golden tickets. The series features appearances from celebrities like Howie Mandel, Nick Cannon, and Wayne Brady.
Finally, Apple TV+ introduces <em>Brothers</em>, a comedy series starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson as fictionalized versions of themselves who discover a shared familial connection. The series explores the identity crises and family dynamics that arise from this revelation, with Holland Taylor also in the cast.