Looking for some must-watch TV? Whether you’re a reality junkie, a sports fan or a lover of drama and suspense, this watch guide has something for you. There’s a lot to watch each month, and we’re here to help you find the best shows, sports and movies to watch in October – and beyond. Explore our ultimate watch guide so you don’t have to spend your valuable time searching for what to watch next.
‘Rescue: HI-Surf’ – FOX – Mondays 9/8c
From the award-winning team of John Wells and Matt Kester, dive into the high-stakes world of O’ahu’s legendary lifeguards. In “Rescue: HI-Surf,” every wave brings peril, but these fearless first responders are always ready to leap into action. With heart-pounding rescues and personal drama, this is your front-row seat to the heroes of Hawaii’s most dangerous coastline.
‘The Real Housewives of New York City’ – Bravo – 10/1
The Big Apple ladies are back, and this season, the drama is extra juicy. With two new power players joining the elite circle, friendships are tested as gossip swirls and alliances shift faster than a New York minute. Can these ladies handle the storm, or will the city that never sleeps serve up more chaos than they bargained for?
‘WWE NXT’ – The CW – 10/1
Get ready for the future of wrestling in WWE’s electrifying “NXT”! Where legends are born and the next generation of superstars sharpen their skills in front of roaring crowds. From the training ground to the bright lights of WWE, watch as tomorrow’s champions, like Alexa Bliss and Roman Reigns, fight for their shot at glory.
‘Law and Order’ – NBC – 10/3
In the city that never rests, the twenty-fourth season of Law & Order promises gripping cases and high-stakes courtroom battles. Ripped from the headlines and straight to your screen, New York’s finest detectives and prosecutors are back to deliver justice, one case at a time.
We’re just getting started. 🤝 Don’t miss the legendary new seasons of #LawAndOrder and #SVU premiering October 3 on @nbc and streaming on @peacock. pic.twitter.com/j6jWRuDj9b
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‘Law and Order: SVU’ – NBC – 10/3
Mariska Hargitay returns to lead the charge as Captain Olivia Benson in this pulse-racing season of SVU. As crimes hit closer to home, Benson and her elite team stop at nothing to protect New York’s most vulnerable. The mission: Speak for the victims, no matter the cost.
@nbc Next stop: #SVU Season 26! 🏃 Jump into the epic return Thursday, October 3rd on NBC #lawandorder ♬ original sound – NBC
‘Dateline: The Smoking Gun’ – Oxygen True Crime – 10/3
Andrea Canning takes the helm in this thrilling new true crime series, Dateline: The Smoking Gun. With detectives on the hunt for the one piece of evidence that cracks the case, you’ll be on the edge of your seat as the most notorious crimes unfold, from the chilling tale of Rodney Alcala to the infamous Menendez Brothers.
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2024 NLDS & NLCS – FOX, FS1, FOX Deportes – 10/5-10/22
It’s that time of year again! As October approaches, baseball’s elite take the field for another thrilling postseason. Watch as the best in the National League battle it out in the NLDS and NLCS, all with one goal in mind: the World Series.
2024 ALDS & ALCS – TBS, TruTV, Max – 10/5-10/22
While the National League has its drama, the American League is here to match it pitch for pitch. The ALDS and ALCS promise to deliver heart-stopping baseball as teams chase the ultimate prize, making October a month of baseball greatness on all fronts.
‘Accused’ – FOX – 10/8
In this riveting crime anthology, you’re thrown right into the middle of the action, with each episode starting in the defendant’s chair. What did they do? How did they get here? Through flashbacks, “Accused” unravels a complex web of choices, showing how ordinary people can find themselves in the most extraordinary predicaments.
‘House of Villains’ – E! – 10/9
Reality TV’s most notorious villains are back—and this time, they’re all under one roof. “House of Villains” challenges ten of the biggest schemers, manipulators, and masterminds to outwit each other for a shot at cash and the crown of America’s Ultimate Supervillain. Expect chaos, betrayal, and a whole lot of drama.
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