• Black TV Shows Coming This Fall

    Black TV Shows Coming This Fall

    Summer is coming to an end, which means all of your favorite fall shows are returning alongside brand new series to add to your list. From must-see staples like “Abbott Elementary” and “9-1-1,” to new additions like Tracy Morgan’s “The Rise and Fall of Reggie Dinkins” and “It: Welcome to Derry,” we’ve got you covered with a list of all the shows to tune into this fall.

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    Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black

    Tyler Perry’s hit Netflix series “Beauty in Black” is returning for a second season. The series’ first season, which premiered last year, was a ratings smash hit for the streamer, hitting the top mark on the platform within the show’s first week.

    Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black returns September 11 on Netflix.

    Reasonable Doubt

    Season 3 of “Reasonable Doubt” is on the way. The series stars Emayatzy Corinealdi who plays high-powered criminal defense attorney Jacqueline “Jax” Stewart. The first two seasons earned positive reviews and solid ratings for Hulu.

    “Reasonable Doubt” season 3 premieres September 18 on Hulu.

    The Rise and Fall of Reggie Dinkins

    THE FALL AND RISE OF REGGIE DINKINS — “Pilot” Episode 101 — Pictured: (l-r) Erika Alexander as Monica, Tracy Morgan as Reggie Dinkins (Photo by: Scott Gries/NBC)

    Tracy Morgan is coming back to NBC. The hilarious former SNL comedian stars in “The Rise and Fall of Reggie Dinkins,” in which Morgan plays Reggie, a “disgraced athlete” who wants to revamp his reputation. “Living Single” legend Erika Alexander also returns to television in the series, making it one of the most exciting titles on our list to look out for.

    “The Rise and Fall of Reggie Dinkins” premieres this fall on NBC.

    Abbott Elementary

    ABBOTT ELEMENTARY – “Ava vs. Superintendent” – (ABC/Ser Baffo) LISA ANN WALTER, TYLER JAMES WILLIAMS, QUINTA BRUNSON, CHRIS PERFETTI, SHERYL LEE RALPH Photo: ABC/Ser Baffo
    ABBOTT ELEMENTARY – “Ava vs. Superintendent” – (ABC/Ser Baffo) LISA ANN WALTER, TYLER JAMES WILLIAMS, QUINTA BRUNSON, CHRIS PERFETTI, SHERYL LEE RALPH Photo: ABC/Ser Baffo

    Quinta Brunson, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Janelle James, and the gang are returning for more fun. Fresh off season 4, the show is still a major success for ABC, earning some of the best ratings in the show’s history.

    “Abbott Elementary” returns Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET on ABC.

    Loot

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    Maya Rudolph arrives at the premiere of “Loot” on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at the DGA Theatre in Los Angele

    Maya Rudolph is at it again. The Emmy Award-winning alum returns for a third season of “Loot,” Apple’s critically acclaimed comedy, where Rudolph plays a tech billionaire’s ex-wife who reinvents her life while running her charitable foundation. “Loot” also stars Michaela Jaé Rodriguez and Ron Funches.

    “Loot” returns October 15th to Apple TV+.

    9-1-1

    9-1-1: Angela Bassett in the “Defend In Place” episode of 9-1-1 airing on FOX. CR: Jack Zeman / FOX. Photo: Jack Zeman/FOX
    9-1-1: Angela Bassett in the “Defend In Place” episode of 9-1-1 airing on FOX. CR: Jack Zeman / FOX. Photo: Jack Zeman/FOX

    “9-1-1” fans, have no fear. The hit Angela Bassett-led procedural series set around first responders in Los Angeles returns this fall for its ninth season. After a shocking season 8 finale, “9-1-1” returns Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET on Fox.

    Grey’s Anatomy

    GREYÕS ANATOMY – ÒRidinÕ SoloÓ – Meredith and Amelia prepare a funding proposal for their AlzheimerÕs research. Meanwhile, Teddy and Owen hit a breaking point in their marriage, while Jules has an awkward encounter with Dr. Beltran. THURSDAY, MARCH 27 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Anne Marie Fox) CHANDRA WILSON

    Yes, “Grey’s Anatomy” is still alive and kicking. The show that started it all for Shonda Rhimes returns for its 22nd season this fall on ABC, with mainstays Chandra Wilson and James Pickens Jr. still scrubbing in as doctors Miranda Bailey and Richard Webber. Jason Winston George is also still on the series as Dr. Benjamin “Ben” Warren, who first appeared in season 6.

    “Greys Anatomy” returns October 9th on ABC.

    Scrubs

    Donald Faison attends the premiere Of ABC’s Emergence with PEOPLE on September 16, 2019 in New York City. Photo: Getty Images Jamie McCarthy for PEOPLE
    Donald Faison attends the premiere Of ABC’s Emergence with PEOPLE on September 16, 2019 in New York City. Photo: Getty Images Jamie McCarthy for PEOPLE

    “Scrubs” is back. That’s right, after 15 years, the beloved medical sitcom is coming back to ABC, with Donald Faison returning as Christopher Turk, alongside Zach Braff and Sarah Chalke.

    “Scrubs” is set to return sometime this fall on ABC.

    The Braxtons

    The Braxtons are returning for season 2. The new iteration of this musical dynasty’s reality TV series is back this fall on We TV, with Toni, Trina, Towanda, Tamar, and Ms. Evelyn continuing to move forward and their careers and lives while processing the loss of Traci.

    “The Braxtons” returns this October on We TV and streaming on ALLBLK.

    Gen V

    Prime Video’s epic spinoff of “The Boys” is back for a second season. Starring Jaz Sinclair (“When the Bough Breaks” and “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina”), the series follows young adult superheroes at the Godolkin University School of Crimefighting, maintaining the same gruesome and satirical tone of “The Boys.”

    Gen V returns with the first three episodes of season 2 on  September 17.

    It: Welcome to Derry

    Horror fans are in for a treat with HBO Max’s upcoming Stephen King-inspired series, “It: Welcome to Derry.” “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” and “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” star Taylour Paige leads the series, with Chris Chalk (“Underground” and “Gotham”) also joining the cast. And yes, Pennywise the Clown will indeed be in the series.”

    “It: Welcome to Derry” premieres this October on HBO Max.

    Stranger Things

    INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – MAY 31: Caleb McLaughlin attends NETFLIX TUDUM 2025: THE LIVE EVENT at The Kia Forum on May 31, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Roger Kisby/Getty Images for Netflix)

    The biggest series in Netflix history is coming to an end. That’s right, after over a decade, “Stranger Things” is saying goodbye, with the kids of Hawkins going on one more adventure. Caleb McLaughlin of course returns as Lucas Sinclair, alongside Priah Nicole Ferguson who steals the show as his younger sister Erica.

    The final season of Stranger Things premieres with “Volume 1 (Episodes 1-4)” on Nov. 26, “Volume 2 (Episodes 5-7)” and the Finale (Episode 8) air on Christmas and New Year’s Eve, respectively.

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