November is here, and the TV calendar already offers plenty of reasons to stay tuned.
A new month means a fresh batch of television to look forward to, and November is bringing a little bit of everything. From familiar favorites returning to promising new series, plenty of shows are making their way onto my watchlist. This week, I'm highlighting five of my most anticipated November picks, revisiting a few recent episodes and reviews, and rounding up what's worth watching over the next several days. Holiday programming is also starting to arrive, so consider this your reminder to make a little room on that watchlist.
5 Most Anticipated Shows to Watch in November
November is bringing plenty of new and returning television, from gripping international crime dramas and high-stakes spy thrillers to workplace comedies and star-powered new series. Several shows are worth adding to your watchlist this month, and these are five I'm particularly looking forward to.
St. Denis Medical, Season 3 (NBC)
Premiere: Monday, November 2, 8/7c
The staff at St. Denis Medical are back for another round of workplace chaos. Set inside an underfunded Oregon hospital, this mockumentary comedy finds plenty of humor in the daily frustrations, unpredictable emergencies, and complicated personalities of its overworked employees. With a talented ensemble and a knack for balancing workplace awkwardness with genuine character moments, St. Denis Medical remains one of broadcast television's more enjoyable comedies. I'm looking forward to seeing what the staff get themselves into next.
The Assassin, Season 2 (AMC+)
Release: November 19th
Keeley Hawes and Freddie Highmore team up for this action thriller about a retired assassin whose complicated past catches up with her. The Assassin promises plenty of suspense, dangerous encounters, and unexpected twists as its characters navigate a world where trust is difficult to come by. With Hawes and Highmore leading the way, this is an intriguing addition to November's lineup and one I'm particularly interested in checking out.
Blue Lights Season 4 (BritBox)
Release Date: November 12th
Belfast's police officers return for another season of one of television's most compelling British crime dramas. Blue Lights has consistently stood out for its grounded storytelling, complex characters, and honest portrayal of the pressures response officers face. Rather than relying solely on crime-of-the-week thrills, the series explores the personal and professional toll of policing, making its investigations feel all the more meaningful. I'm always ready for another shift with this team.
Black Doves, Season 2 (Netflix)
Release Date: November 5th
Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw return for more espionage, danger, and dark humor in Netflix's Black Doves. The series blends comedy, complicated relationships, and high-stakes intrigue, and the second season looks ready to build on that foundation. The addition of Sarah Lancashire and Neve Campbell makes the new season even more appealing. This is an easy pick for one of November's most anticipated streaming returns.
Dig (Peacock)
Release Date: November 23rd
A new comedy from Mike Schur (The Good Place) and Amy Poehler is definitely worth getting excited about. Dig follows a team of archaeologists whose overlooked leader (Poehler) decides to cover up the discovery of a monumental historical artifact to keep it away from her credit-stealing boss (Hugh Laurie). The premise sounds like a fun setup for workplace rivalries, questionable decisions, and plenty of comedic opportunities. With Poehler and Laurie leading the cast and Schur behind the scenes, Dig has the makings of one of November's most promising new comedies.
Which of these November shows are you most excited about? Are you looking forward to the return of Black Doves and Blue Lights, or are you more interested in checking out newcomers like Dig and The Assassin?
Let me know in the comments, and keep checking The TV Corner for more reviews, recommendations, and television news throughout the month!
What I Watched This Week
It's been another busy week of television, from a bloody return to a familiar horror franchise to complicated family drama and increasingly messy personal and professional relationships. This week, I'm sharing my thoughts on Crystal Lake, catching up with Jackie Price in Kill Jackie, watching the divorce battle in War get even uglier, and seeing Alex navigate happiness and heartbreak in Youth.
Crystal Lake Season 1 Review: A Flawed but Compelling Return to Camp
Crystal Lake gives the Friday the 13th franchise a bloody new beginning, exploring Jason Voorhees’ origins and, more importantly, the mother behind the horror legend. Set in the early 1970s, this Peacock prequel pairs familiar slasher thrills and gruesome kills with an atmosphere reminiscent of 1980s horror, while expanding the franchise’s mythology. Some of its more ambitious departures from established lore work better than others, including a corporate conspiracy that occasionally feels needlessly complicated. I also have reservations about how much of Jason’s story the series reveals so early.
The standout, however, is Linda Cardellini as Pamela Voorhees. She brings unexpected vulnerability and emotional depth to a grieving mother whose love for her son becomes increasingly disturbing, giving the series an emotional center beyond the bloodshed. I’d rank Crystal Lake among the franchise’s three strongest entries. The reinvention doesn’t always work, but the performances, atmosphere, and memorable kills make it an entertaining addition. Cardellini, in particular, deserves serious awards consideration—I wouldn’t be surprised to see her enter the Emmy conversation.
Catch my full review.
Kill Jackie S1E5: “Here She Comes”
After the chaotic showdown with the Demon brothers in Spain, Jackie Price (Catherine Zeta-Jones) returns to her childhood home in Swansea, Wales, hoping to lie low. Instead, she discovers that her estranged father, Ewan (Bill Paterson), owes money to a dangerous local thug. Matters escalate when a gang of armed youths takes them both hostage. Gwen (Darci Shaw) leads the group—the daughter Jackie abandoned years ago. The revelation that Gwen has been living with Ewan adds an interesting complication, even if the family connection itself isn’t much of a surprise. Their tense kitchen confrontation finally forces Jackie to acknowledge the truth, but Gwen is far from ready to welcome her mother back into her life.
“Here She Comes” takes a more personal approach, exploring the family history Jackie left behind while reminding us that she can’t outrun her past. The episode trades some of the previous installment’s action for family drama, with Gwen’s arrival adding a new dimension to Jackie’s story. But there’s little time to make amends. Jackie warns Gwen that the local criminals pale in comparison to the people pursuing her—a warning that becomes terrifyingly real when Dai arrives to collect his debt and is killed by a sniper’s bullet through the window. It’s a chilling final moment that brings the danger to Jackie’s doorstep just as she begins confronting the damage she left behind. Overall, I give the episode a 7/10.
War S1E5: “Every Little Thing She Does”
The divorce battle between Carla Duval (Sienna Miller) and Morgan Henderson (Dominic West) takes another dramatic turn this week, with a public meltdown, a reckless personal decision, and an unexpected legal opening that could change everything. Miller and West remain a compelling pairing, bringing tension and personality to a story in which neither side seems willing to back down.
Carla’s disastrous appearance on The Jack Jeffries Show initially turns public opinion against her, but a candid podcast interview helps her regain some ground. Meanwhile, Morgan’s attempt to reconnect with his stepson Gabriel backfires when paparazzi coverage makes their dinner look like a staged publicity stunt. On the business front, Morgan rejects a lucrative buyout offer for Zephyr, hoping to reach a more amicable divorce settlement. But his legal team’s dirty tactics and junior lawyer Johnny Warren’s decision to sleep with Carla further complicate matters. Just as Carla seems ready to abandon a lengthy court battle, a passing mention of the poem that inspired Zephyr’s name gives her lawyers a potential opening to claim half the company.
“Every Little Thing She Does” finds its strongest drama in the consequences of its characters’ bad decisions. Johnny’s involvement with Carla is especially reckless, while Morgan’s rejection of the buyout may come back to haunt him. The Zephyr revelation delivers the episode’s biggest surprise, giving Carla a fresh incentive to fight. With Miller and West continuing to deliver, War makes the shifting balance of power between its leads compelling viewing and sets the stage for an even fiercer legal showdown. Overall, I give the episode an 8/10.
Youth S1E7: “Last Night on Earth”
In “Last Night on Earth,” Alex finally finds some happiness. For a brief moment, it looks like the 50-year-old literary agent might have it all: her relationship with Patrick is flourishing, her career is thriving, and even her son Ruari notices how happy she seems. But family responsibilities and uncomfortable truths are never far away. As she comforts a client whose daughter feels neglected and confronts her ex, Lorcan, about his parenting, Alex finds that other people’s family dynamics are easier to untangle than her own. Her relationship with Ruari offers a particularly lovely surprise: while she worries about the people she loves, he shows just how well he understands her and how firmly he’s in her corner.
The episode is funny and charming, balancing Alex’s romantic happiness with the chaos of her family life. But that warmth makes the final turn all the more painful. When she discovers Patrick’s private pros-and-cons list about their relationship, one item cuts through her confidence: he wants a family of his own. The discovery turns an otherwise hopeful episode into an emotional gut punch. Rather than confront him, Alex quietly walks away, leaving their relationship unresolved. Her growing closeness with Ruari makes the uncertainty with Patrick especially poignant. Youth continues to find humor in the awkwardness of getting older while offering tender observations about love, family, and the people who show up for us. Overall, I give the episode an 8/10.
What to Watch This Week
From returning favorites and new streaming premieres to holiday movies, true-crime documentaries, and plenty of seasonal baking, there's a little something for every kind of viewer this week. Here are the shows, movies, and specials worth adding to your watchlist.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2
8/7c – Holiday Baking Championship Season 13 (Food Network)
8/7c – St. Denis Medical Season 3 (NBC)
8:30/7:30c – The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins Season 2 (NBC)
9/8c– Foul Play With Anthony Davis Season 2 (TBS)
The Holiday Spark (Roku movie): A perpetually single firefighter (Joey Graziadei) recruits a children's book illustrator (Jamie Chung) to help plan the firehouse's most unforgettable holiday party yet.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
Bass x Machina (Netflix, six-episode binge): In a steampunk Wild West overrun by outlaws, machines, and supernatural forces, a father (voiced by Brian Tyree Henry) must become judge, jury, and executioner to protect his family.
9:30/8:30c– Lot Patrol returns (BET)
Mike Tyson: Return of the Mike (Netflix comedy special)
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
All's Fair Season 2 (Hulu, three-episode premiere)
Brothers Season 1 finale (Apple TV)
The Greatest (Prime Video): Jaalen Best stars as Cassius Clay/Muhammad Ali in the first authorized scripted series about the legendary boxer, humanitarian, and global icon.
Love Is Blind Season 11 finale (Netflix)
Small Prophets Season 1 finale (Apple TV)
Stick Season 2 (Apple TV, two-episode premiere)
Taken: Natalee Holloway (Netflix, three-episode binge): This docuseries traces the decades-long search for answers in Natalee Holloway's disappearance, culminating in her mother's confrontation with the man accused of killing her.
8/7c– Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking Season 3 (Food Network)
A Dog's Perfect Christmas (Netflix): A teenager, her grandfather, and his trusty basset hound try to hold their family together during the holidays. Dennis Quaid, Milo Ventimiglia, Jennifer Tilly, and Mary Steenburgen star.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Big John's Bosh! Family (Paramount+, six-episode binge): Internet sensation John "Big John" Fisher, his wife Charlotte, and their larger-than-life family navigate viral fame, family milestones, and everyday chaos.
Black Doves Season 2 (Netflix, six-episode binge)
North of North Season 2 (Netflix, eight-episode binge)
Time Season 3 finale (BritBox)
The Walsh Sisters (Howdy via Roku): Five Irish sisters navigate addiction, relationships, family feuds, and the complicated bonds that hold them together. Louisa Harland, Caroline Menton, Danielle Galligan, Máiréad Tyers, Stefanie Preissner, Aidan Quinn, and Carrie Crowley star.
8/7c – Mistletoe Murders Season 3 (Hallmark Channel)
Second Chance Holiday (Roku): A dating expert (Ayesha Curry), determined to break her streak of holiday heartbreak, reunites with her high school sweetheart (Matthew Daddario) and begins wondering whether fate is giving her a second chance at first love.
Terrell & T.O. (Prime Video documentary): This documentary explores Terrell Owens' rise from a third-round draft pick to one of the NFL's most accomplished and polarizing wide receivers. It looks at his athletic dominance, theatrical celebrations, locker-room conflicts, and headline-making feuds.
8/7c – Snowbody Like You (UPtv): Years after a disastrous first date, a Christmas blizzard brings two would-be lovers back together for another chance at romance. Kelley Jakle, Colton Little, and Lana McKissack star.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook (Apple TV): Awkwafina embarks on a cross-country culinary road trip to sharpen her cooking skills and, with help from acclaimed chefs and restaurateurs, revive her family's beloved Chinese restaurant in Flushing, New York.
It Gets Worse (Paramount+, six-episode binge): Three university friends (Leo Reich, Emily Fairn, and Olive Gray) navigate dead-end jobs, nonexistent love lives, and the growing realization that adulthood might not get any better. Andrew Scott and Lena Dunham guest-star.
Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars Season 2 finale (Apple TV)
9/8c – Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives Season 44 (Food Network)
9/8c– Salute to Service 2026: A Veterans Day Celebration (PBS): Hosted by Jason Kelce, this special honors current and former military service members with musical performances by Jon Batiste and the U.S. Army Field Band, plus a special appearance by Army veteran and former NFL player Alejandro Villanueva.
Carolina Caroline (Netflix)
Funny Money: The Dane Cook Story (Netflix)
The Uprising: The Rise of Robin Hood (Peacock)
8/7c– Chocolate for Christmas (UPtv): A woman returns home to save her family's chocolate shop, only to find unexpected romance and a renewed appreciation for tradition. Angela Cole and Joel Berg star.
8/7c– Merry Memories (Hallmark Channel): An accountant (Lindura) helps her nephew create a holiday scrapbook for his mother, who is deployed overseas. Along the way, she reluctantly teams up with his free-spirited substitute teacher (Brendan Morgan).
8 p.m. – My Son's Sugar Momma (LMN): A protective mother (Jessica Morris) discovers that the wealthy older woman showering her college freshman son with gifts and money has developed a dangerous obsession with him.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (Netflix)
8/7c – Holiday Unplugged (Hallmark Channel): An art teacher and widow (Nikki DeLoach) declares a screen-free Christmas after treasured videos of her late husband go missing. She enlists a former colleague and new dating-app match (Juan Pablo Di Pace) to help track them down.
8/7c – Karen Kingsbury's The Christmas Ring (Great American Family): A military widow searches for her family's treasured Christmas ring and finds a widowed antiques dealer. The heirloom becomes the key to reconnecting with the past and opening both their hearts to a second chance at love. Jana Kramer, Benjamin Hollingsworth, and Kelsey Grammer star.
8/7c – Terry McMillan Presents: Paradise With You (Lifetime): A retiring NFL superstar (Taye Diggs) and an interior decorator (Heather Hemmens) find romance on a Caribbean island, only to discover they're competing for the same coveted estate.
What I'm Watching: With new seasons of St. Denis Medical, Black Doves, and Stick arriving alongside a packed lineup of holiday movies, there's no shortage of options this week. I'm also curious about Paramount+'s It Gets Worse. What has caught your attention? Let me know what you're adding to your watchlist!
And that's a wrap on another week at The TV Corner! November is getting off to a busy start, with returning favorites, intriguing new premieres, and the holiday movie season already finding its way onto our screens. I'm especially looking forward to what's next for St. Denis Medical and Black Doves, and I'm keeping an eye on Dig as one of the month's new shows.
As always, I'd love to hear what you're watching and which new or returning series have made your watchlist. Thanks for stopping by, and I'll see you next week with more television reviews, recommendations, and conversation!
Until next week,
Adam
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