Fox Unveils Fall 2026 Premiere Schedule: 'The Floor,' 'Hell's Kitchen,' 'Doc' and More Return

Fox has officially unveiled its fall 2026 premiere calendar, bringing back a wide-ranging mix of game shows, scripted dramas, animated comedies, and live sports. The network's new season launches the week of September 21, with new episodes rolling out across every weeknight and concluding with a packed Sunday lineup of animation and comedy.

Monday and Tuesday: Game Shows and Scripted Drama

The fall season opens on Monday, September 21, with the Season 6 premiere of "Celebrity Name That Tune" in the 8:00 PM slot. Jane Krakowski returns as host, and the show welcomes Robin Thicke as its new bandleader. Immediately following at 9:00 PM, "Celebrity Weakest Link" returns for its second season premiere.

Tuesday, September 22, shifts gears to scripted programming. "Best Medicine" kicks off its second season at 8:00 PM, followed directly by the Season 3 premiere of "Doc" at 9:00 PM. The back-to-back scheduling gives viewers a two-hour block of drama to start the week.

Midweek Competition: 'The Floor' and 'Hell's Kitchen'

Wednesday, September 23, brings the return of Rob Lowe's "The Floor" for its sixth season at 8:00 PM. The game show is paired with the Season 2 premiere of "99 to Beat" in the 9:00 PM hour, rounding out a night of competitive entertainment.

Thursday, September 24, features two of Fox's most intense competition series. Gordon Ramsay's "Hell's Kitchen" launches its 25th season at 8:00 PM, marking another milestone for the long-running culinary show. At 9:00 PM, "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test" returns for its fifth season premiere.

Weekend Sports Programming

Fox's sports coverage anchors the weekends throughout the fall. "Fox College Football Friday" begins its run on Friday, September 4, airing weekly at 8:00 PM ET and 5:00 PM PT. On Saturdays, "Fox Sports Saturday" continues its ongoing programming block from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM ET, equivalent to 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM PT.

These weekend slots provide a foundation of live sports content before the network transitions into its Sunday entertainment block.

Sunday Night: Animation and Comedy Block

Sunday, September 27, delivers one of Fox's most recognizable programming blocks. The evening begins with "NFL on Fox" at 7:00 PM, followed by "The OT" or FOX Animation Encores in the 7:30 PM half-hour.

At 8:00 PM, "The Simpsons" returns for its 38th season, continuing its run as one of television's longest-running animated series. The show leads into the Season 5 premiere of "Animal Control" at 8:30 PM.

The night continues with the Season 3 premiere of "Universal Basic Guys" at 9:00 PM, followed by the Season 3 premiere of "Grimsburg" at 9:30 PM, closing out the evening with back-to-back animated comedy.

A Diverse Lineup for Fall Viewers

Fox's fall 2026 slate spans multiple genres, from culinary and physical competition to medical drama and long-running animation. The network has strategically distributed its premieres across the week, building momentum from Monday's game-show openers through Thursday's high-stakes competitions and culminating in Sunday's animation block.

With returning favorites like "The Simpsons" entering its 38th season and "Hell's Kitchen" reaching its 25th, Fox is leaning heavily on established franchises while continuing to support newer entries such as "Best Medicine," "99 to Beat," and "Universal Basic Guys."

Whether you are a longtime follower of Gordon Ramsay's kitchen, a fan of Rob Lowe's trivia floor, or someone who never misses a Sunday with "The Simpsons," Fox's fall schedule offers a broad mix of options across every night of the week. Share this article with fellow viewers to help them map out their weekly watchlist, and let us know which premiere you are most looking forward to this season.

Source: Variety