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As in previous years, which have marked significant farewells from our screens, the year 2026 is anticipated to bring forth another round of endings and series conclusions across terrestrial television, cable networks, and on-demand services. Spanning from established favorites to fresh creations, what follows is a summary of the programs that have been axed or designated as wrapping up in 2026 as of this moment.
The Witcher (Netflix)
What It Is: A fiction saga drawing from The Witcher saga of novels.
Ending Info: Netflix gave it the go-ahead for a concluding fifth season set to broadcast in 2026.
Tell Me Lies (Hulu)
What It Is: A dramatic portrayal of a relationship, adapted from the work of Carola Lovering, featuring Grace Van Patten and Jackson White.
Ending Info: The saga drew to a close following a trio of seasons, with its third season functioning as its final installment.
Queer Eye (Netflix)
What It Is: A makeover and lifestyle series featuring the Fab Five.
Ending Info: The series will conclude after its imminent Season 10 in 2026. Premiere date TBA.
PBS News Weekend
What It Is: A national news program presented by PBS during the weekend.
Ending Info: The program ceased production in the early part of 2026, subsequent to its conclusive transmission.
Outer Banks (Netflix)
What It Is: A teenage adventure drama chronicling the Pogues as they look for hidden treasure.
Ending Info: The saga will draw to a close following its forthcoming Season 5 in 2026. Premiere date TBA.
Yellowjackets (Showtime/Paramount+)
What It Is: A nail-biting survival story unfolded through a split timeline.
Ending Info: The saga will conclude after its upcoming fourth season in 2026. Premiere date TBA.
Hacks (HBO Max)
What It Is: An Emmy-celebrated comedy, highlighting Jean Smart embodying Deborah Vance, a renowned comic.
Ending Info: The series anticipates reaching its conclusion with the advent of its fifth season in 2027.
The Chi (Showtime/Paramount+)
What It Is: A maturing story based in Chicago, conceived by Lena Waithe.
Ending Info: The series is set to wrap up after its eighth season in 2026. Air date not yet announced.
The Kelly Clarkson Show
What It Is: A broadcasted daytime program hosted by Kelly Clarkson.
Ending Info: The program is slated to end subsequent to its ongoing Season 7.
Mayor of Kingstown (Showtime/Paramount+)
What It Is: A criminal-centered story starring Jeremy Renner and unfolding in a Michigan locality ruled by its jail.
Ending Info: The series plans to conclude after its upcoming fifth season in 2026. Release date TBA.
Smiling Friends (Adult Swim)
What It Is: A cartoonish comedy centered around workers in a business dedicated to disseminating happiness.
Ending Info: The series will be concluding after its existing Season 3.
The Boys (Prime Video)
What It Is: Drama series featuring superheroes.
Ending Info: The franchise ends with its fifth season, which premieres in April 2026.
Industry (HBO)
What It Is: A financial narrative taking place in the ruthless realm of London’s investment banks.
Ending Info: The saga is scheduled to wrap up after its fifth season in 2027.
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon (AMC)
What It Is: A derivative work from The Walking Dead focusing on Norman Reedus’ character.
Ending Info: The saga anticipates wrapping up after its fourth season in 2026. Air date not yet announced.
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (CBS)
What It Is: Late-evening series presented by Stephen Colbert.
Ending Info: The show is programmed to broadcast its concluding episode in May 2026, aligning with the end of Colbert’s contract and bringing the series to a close after an accomplished tenure.
The Neighborhood (CBS)
What It Is: A sitcom highlighting Cedric the Entertainer and Max Greenfield.
Ending Info: This comedy is reaching its end during 2026 after its planned wrap-up.
Outlander (Starz)
What It Is: A love story set in historical times and drawing influence from the writings of Diana Gabaldon.
Ending Info: The series is going to wrap up with its eight installment, due March 6.
Silo (Apple TV)
What It Is: A futuristic dystopian drama featuring Rebecca Ferguson.
Ending Info: The series is slated to conclude with its upcoming Season 4 in 2027.
Dora (Showtime/Paramount+)
What It Is: A refreshed cartoon inspired by Dora the Explorer.
Ending Info: The series is expected to finish its run with its forthcoming Season 4. Release date not yet scheduled.
Avatar: The Last Airbender (Netflix)
What It Is: A live interpretation of the much-loved cartoon.
Ending Info: The series will conclude after its upcoming third season in 2026. Release date TBA.
Good Omens (Amazon Prime Video)
What It Is: A comedic fantasy-drama informed by the bestselling novel.
Ending Info: Season 3 is listed as the show’s final episode in 2026.
The Upshaws (Netflix)
What It Is: A sitcom about a family starring Mike Epps.
Ending Info: Its latest season, broadcasted Jan. 15, 2026, will be the series’ last.
The Comeback (HBO)
What It Is: Comedy starring Lisa Kudrow.
Ending Info: Scheduled to finalize its run in May 2026.
The Way Home (Hallmark Channel)
What It Is: Daytime serial drama.
Ending Info: Its fourth showing in spring 2026 is the program’s curtain call.