Fighting the Good Fight: Don’t miss the best shows on TV networks right now

Spring used to mean a fresh slate of broadcast lineups, but the old network TV model has stretched in every direction. Shows once locked to a single night now move fluidly across linear airings and streaming libraries, giving viewers more entry points than ever. That shift has kept several long-running titles alive while letting newer series test the waters on both sides of the screen.

CBS – The Good Fight

The series premiered on CBS All Access in 2017 and ran for six seasons before wrapping in 2022 on Paramount+. Christine Baranski anchored the legal drama through shifting political climates, and the show’s willingness to tackle timely issues kept its storylines grounded even as the cast and format evolved across the run.

Fox – Brooklyn Nine-Nine

The cop sitcom finished its eight-season run on NBC in 2021 after moving from Fox. In March 2026, cast members posted social media hints about a possible return, sparking quick fan speculation. The series remains available on Peacock and Hulu for anyone wanting to revisit the squad’s sharp banter and ensemble chemistry.

ABC – Grey’s Anatomy

Season 22 aired during the 2025-2026 cycle, and ABC renewed the medical drama for Season 23. Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver exited after Season 22, yet the show continues to add new residents and storylines while holding its place as the longest-running primetime medical series on record.

STARZ – Ash vs. Evil Dead

The horror-comedy ended after three seasons in 2018. Bruce Campbell later confirmed the franchise has moved away from the Ash character, leaving the series as a self-contained chapter for fans who enjoyed its mix of gore and one-liners.

NBC – The Blacklist

The crime thriller concluded after ten seasons in July 2023. James Spader’s Raymond Reddington remained the central draw throughout, and the full run now streams on Netflix for viewers who want to follow the long-arc mystery from start to finish.

Showtime – Homeland

The spy drama wrapped after eight seasons in 2020. Claire Danes and Mandy Patinkin carried the series through shifting global threats, and every season is now available on Netflix, giving new audiences a chance to track Carrie Mathison’s full arc without gaps.

HBO – Barry

Bill Hader’s dark comedy-drama ran for four seasons and ended in 2023. The show followed a Midwest hit man who stumbles into the Los Angeles acting scene, balancing violent set pieces with quiet character work that earned Hader multiple Emmys for acting, writing, and directing.

The CW – Legion

The Marvel mutant series finished after three seasons in 2019. Created by Noah Hawley, the show leaned into psychedelic visuals and psychological storytelling rather than traditional superhero beats, and its complete run is available on Hulu.

SYFY – The Magicians

The fantasy drama ended after five seasons in 2020. The story followed Brakebills students navigating magic, loss, and responsibility, and all seasons stream on Netflix for viewers who missed the original broadcast window.

FX – Atlanta

Donald Glover’s series concluded after four seasons in 2022. The show mixed surreal set pieces with sharp observations on race, fame, and ambition, and its complete run remains on Hulu for anyone catching up or rewatching standout episodes.

Streaming Integration and Network TV Evolution

Many legacy network shows now stream on platforms like Hulu, Paramount+, and Netflix alongside linear airings. ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy streams next-day on Hulu, letting viewers watch the night before or catch up weeks later without waiting for syndication windows. The same pattern holds for procedurals and limited series that once lived only on broadcast schedules.

Longevity Records and Milestone Seasons

Grey’s Anatomy surpassed 450 episodes during Season 22 and was renewed for Season 23. The series premiered in 2005 and remains on ABC, outlasting every other primetime medical drama in U.S. television history. Its staying power reflects both loyal viewership and the network’s willingness to keep refreshing the ensemble.

Revival Rumors and Legacy Shows

Brooklyn Nine-Nine ended years ago but saw 2026 cast teasing possible revival, offering timely new content absent from the original. Social media posts from the ensemble sparked quick online conversations about what a return might look like after the 2021 finale. Whether the hints lead to a new season or stay as wishful thinking, the chatter shows how finished series can still generate heat years later.

Genre Shifts and Cultural Impact Updates

The Good Fight addressed contemporary political themes across its run through 2022. What began as pointed commentary on the #MeToo era expanded into broader questions about truth, power, and institutional trust, themes that continued to resonate even as the real-world headlines shifted. The series’ willingness to stay current helped it maintain an audience that expected more than standard legal procedural beats.