Just as years past saw a major departure from our screens, 2026 is shaping up to be another wave of cancellations and series finales across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms. From long-running staples to more recent originals, here’s a look at the shows that have been canceled or announced to end in 2026 so far, below.
The witcher (Netflix)
What is it: Fantasy series based on The witcher books.
End information: Netflix has renewed it for a fifth and final season, which will premiere in 2026.
Tell me lies (holo)
What is it: Relationship drama based on Loving CarolaHeroic novel Grace Van Patten and Jackson White.
End information: The series ended after three seasons, with the third season serving as its final chapter.
Strange eye (Netflix)
What is it: A reality series about change and lifestyle featuring the Fab Five.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming 10th season in 2026. Premiere date TBD.
BBC News Weekend
What is it: A national weekend news program from PBS.
End information: The show ended in early 2026 after its final broadcast.
External banks (Netflix)
What is it: A teen adventure drama that follows the Pogues family on a treasure hunt.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming fifth season in 2026. Premiere date TBD.
Yellow vests (Showtime/Paramount+)
What is it: A thrilling survival drama told across dual timelines.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming fourth season in 2026. Premiere date TBD.
Hacks (HBO Max)
What is it: Starring Emmy Award-winning comedy Jean Smart As legendary comedienne Deborah Vance.
End information: The series is expected to conclude with its next fifth season in 2027.
Che (Showtime/Paramount+)
What is it: A coming-of-age drama set in Chicago created by Lena White.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming eighth season in 2026. Premiere date TBD.
The Kelly Clarkson Show
What is it: A syndicated daytime talk show he hosts Kelly Clarkson.
End information: The show will end after the current seventh season.
Mayor of Kingstown (Showtime/Paramount+)
What is it: Starring crime drama Jeremy Renner The film takes place in a prison-dominated Michigan town.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming fifth season in 2026. Premiere date TBD.
Smiling friends (adult swimming)
What is it: An animated comedy film about employees of a company that works to spread happiness.
End information: The series will end after the current third season.
Boys (prime video)
What is it: Superhero drama series.
End information: The series concludes with its fifth season, which will premiere in April 2026.
industry (HBO)
What is it: A financial drama set in the competitive world of investment banking in London.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming fifth season in 2027.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (EMC)
What is it: Sub-view of The walking dead Centered around Norman Reedus‘ a personality.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming fourth season in 2026. Premiere date TBD.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS)
What is it: Late night talk show he hosts Stephen Colbert.
End information: The show’s final episode will air in May 2026 with Colbert’s contract expiring and the series coming to an end after a successful run.
The neighborhood (CBS)
What is it: Starring in a sitcom Cedric Entertainment and Max Greenfield.
End information: The comedy will have its final season during 2026 after the planned series conclusion.
Outlander (Stars)
What is it: Historical romantic drama based on Diana GabaldonNovels.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming eighth season, which premieres on March 6.
silo (Apple TV)
What is it: A dystopian sci-fi drama starring… Rebecca Ferguson.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming fourth season in 2027.
Dora (Showtime/Paramount+)
What is it: Animation inspired reboot Dora the Explorer.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming fourth season. Premiere date TBD.
Avatar: The Last Airbender (Netflix)
What is it: A live-action film adaptation of the beloved fantasy animated series.
End information: The series will end after the upcoming third season in 2026. Premiere date TBD.
Good news (Amazon Prime Video)
What is it: A fantasy comedy-drama based on the best-selling novel.
End information: The third season is scheduled to be the final chapter of the show in 2026.
The Abshaws (Netflix)
What is it: Family series starring Mike Epps.
End information: Its most recent season, which premiered on January 15, 2026, is the series’ final season.
Return (HBO)
What is it: Comedy tournament Lisa Kudrow.
End information: Its run is scheduled to end in May 2026.
The way home (Hallmark Channel)
What is it: Daytime drama series.
End information: Its fourth season in spring 2026 is the show’s last.
