As some shows are ending or being canceled, studios are already putting orders in for the 2023 and 2024 broadcast season, including a CBS series starring Kathy Bates. Between the shows that have been halted due to the WGA writers strike and the series that have been tossed out in network reworking, it’s hard to predict how long viewers will get to experience shows. Here’s a list of shows that have been ordered for TV — for now.
“Matlock” (CBS)
After having a successful career in her youth, the uber-intelligent Madeline Matlock (Kathy Bates) returns to the workforce at a prestigious law firm where her silent-but-deadly demeanor and quick-witted tactics win cases and take down criminals. The cast includes Skye P. Marshall as “Olympia,” Jason Ritter as “Julian,” David Del Rio as “Billy,” and Leah Lewis as “Sarah.” “Matlock” will be executive produced by Jennie Snyder Urman, Joanna Klein, Eric Christian Olsen, John Will and Bates.
“Poppa’s House” (CBS)
“Poppa’s House” will be a multi-camera series starring Damon Wayans and his biological son Daman Wayans Jr. The series centers in on a legendary radio host named Poppa” (Wayans) whose opinions are being challenged by a new, female on-air host. And in his personal life, Poppa is still tending to his adult son Junior (Wayans Jr.) who is trying to go after his goals while managing life as a husband and father. “Poppa’s House” also stars Essence Atkins, who will play Ivy; and Tetona Jackson, who will play Nina. The series is executive produced by the father-son duo, Kevin Hench and Andy Ackerman.
“Elsbeth” (CBS)
Following Elsbeth Tascioni’s (Carrie Preston) time as a stellar but unconventional attorney in Chicago, she’s embarked on a new a journey as a consultant for the NYPD. The series is based on the character featured in “The Good Wife” and “The Good Fight,” and will be executive produced by Robert King, Michelle King and Liz Glitzier of King Size Productions. “Elsbeth’s” showrunner Jonathan Tolins will also serve as executive producer. The cast includes Preston, Wendell Pierce as “Captain CW Wagner,” Carra Patterson as “Officer Kaya.”
“The Spencer Sisters” (The CW)
This lighthearted Canadian crime procedural follows mystery novelist Victoria Spencer (Lea Thompson) and her daughter Darby Spencer (Stacey Farber), as the lead duo in a private investigation agency who are often mistaken as sisters while they tackle puzzling cases. The series is produced by eOne and Buffalo Gal Pictures for The CW and was created by Alan McCullough (“Private Eyes”, “Rookie Blue”) and executive produced and co-showrun by McCullough and Jenn Engels (“Sort Of”). Jocelyn Hamilton and Tecca Crosby serve as executive producers for eOne. Phyllis Laing and Jennifer Beasley are executive producers for Buffalo Gal Pictures.
“Extended Family” (NBC)
Jim and Julia, after an amicable divorce, decide to continue to raise their kids at the family home while taking turns on who gets to stay with them. Navigating the waters of divorce and child-sharing gets more complicated for Jim when Trey, the owner of his favorite sports team, enters the picture and wins Julia’s heart. The series stars Jon Cryer, Donald Faison, Abigail Spencer, Sofia Capanna and Finn Sweeney. A Lionsgate and Universal Television production, Mike O’Malley will write and executive produce. Tom Werner, Wyc Grousbeck, Emilia Fazzalari and George Geyer also executive produce.
“Found” (NBC)
In any given year, more than 600,000 people are reported missing in the U.S. More than half that number are people of color that the country seems to forget about. A public relations specialist, who was once herself one of those forgotten ones, and her crisis management team now make sure there is always someone looking out for the forgotten missing people. But unbeknownst to anyone, this everyday hero is hiding a chilling secret of her own. The series stars Shanola Hampton, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Kelli Williams, Brett Dalton, Gabrielle Walsh, Arlen Escarpeta and Karan Oberoi. Nkechi Okoro Carroll will write and executive produce. Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Sonay Hoffman, Lindsay Dunn and Leigh Redman also executive produce. The series is a collaboration between Berlanti Productions and Rock My Soul Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television.
“The Irrational” (NBC)
Based on bestselling author Dan Ariely’s “Predictably Irrational,” Alec Mercer is a world-renowned leader in behavioral science who lends his expertise to an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement and corporations with his unique and unexpected approach to understanding human behavior. The series stars Jesse L. Martin, Mara Hill, Travis Springer, Molly Kunz and Arash DeMaxi. A Universal Television production, Arika Lisanne Mittman will write and executive produce. Mark Goffman, Samuel Baum and David Frankel also executive produce.
“The Americas” (NBC)
From BBC Studios Natural History Unit, the creators of the critically acclaimed and multi-Emmy Award-winning “Planet Earth” and “Blue Planet,” in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio, comes the epic 10-part tentpole event series “The Americas.”
Marking the first time acclaimed actor, producer and writer Tom Hanks will narrate an unscripted entertainment series, “The Americas” will also feature music by two-time Oscar winner Hans Zimmer. This incomparable project will employ revolutionary filmmaking technology that will showcase the wonders, secrets and fragilities of the Americas – Earth’s largest landmass and the only one to stretch between both poles – and reveal extraordinary, untold wildlife stories that deeply connect with millions around the world.
“The Americas” is executive produced by renowned Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning wildlife producer Mike Gunton (“Life,” “Planet Earth II,” and “Dynasties”) for BBC Studios Natural History Unit, the world’s largest production unit dedicated to wildlife filmmaking, in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group.
“Untitled America’s Got Talent Series” (NBC)
Building off the success of “America’s Got Talent: The Champions” and “America’s Got Talent: All-Stars” comes the next special edition of the world’s most successful TV franchise. Last year, “All-Stars” was the #1 new alternative series of the season in both the 18-49 demo and total viewers.
The new series will be co-produced by Fremantle and Syco Entertainment. Simon Cowell, Sam Donnelly and Jason Raff are the executive producers.
“Deal or No Deal” Island (NBC)
The iconic game of “Deal or No Deal” is back and unlike anything you have ever seen before! This new format transports audiences to the Banker’s private island where he makes the rules and there are twists behind every palm tree. Hidden on the island are over 100 cases with millions of dollars split between them, which teams must retrieve so that they can play a game of Deal or No Deal against the Banker. Only one team will survive until the very last episode, where they’ll compete to beat the Banker for the biggest prize in “Deal or No Deal” history.
“Deal or No Deal” first launched in the Netherlands in 2002 and has been commissioned in more than 80 territories worldwide with more than 350 productions.
“Deal or No Deal Island” is produced by Endemol Shine North America and is based on the Banijay format, “Deal or No Deal.” Sharon Levy, DJ Nurre and Howie Mandel will serve as executive producers.
“The Golden Bachelor” (ABC)
After more than 20 years of fostering young love on “The Bachelor,” “The Bachelorette” and “Bachelor in Paradise,” “The Golden Bachelor” showcases a whole new kind of love story — one for the golden years. The new show follows one hopeless romantic as he’s given a second chance at love. The women arriving at the mansion have a lifetime of experience, living through love, loss and laughter, hoping for a spark that ignites a future full of endless possibilities. In the end, will our Golden man turn the page to start a new chapter with the woman of his dreams?
“The Golden Bachelor” is produced by Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon.
