21 TV Shows That Are Premiering And Returning This November That Are Worth Checking Out

The stars have aligned just right because this month we're getting new episodes of The Crown, Criminal Minds, and Manifest.

1. Criminal Minds: Evolution

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The BAU is back in action! Criminal Minds: Evolution will follow our favorite team of criminal profilers as they come up against one of their biggest threats yet, an UnSub who has used the pandemic to build a network of other serial killers. As the world opens back up, the team now must hunt down these killers one by one. Several of the original cast will be returning for this reboot, however, as of right now, Matthew Gray Gubler will not be returning as Spencer Reid. 

Starring: Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Aisha Tyler, Adam Rodriguez, Paget Brewster, Zach Gilford, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 24 on Paramount+

2. The Crown Season 5

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The Crown will return this fall as we enter a new era of Queen Elizabeth II's reign. This season will be set during the 1990s and will detail some of the biggest moments for the British monarchy, including the John Major government years, the tumultuous ending of Prince Charles and Princess Diana's marriage, and more. Imelda Staunton takes over as Queen Elizabeth II, while Jonathan Pryce, Lesley Manville, Dominic West, Elizabeth Debicki, and more join the cast, too.

When it returns: Nov. 9 on Netflix

Watch the trailer here. 

3. Wednesday

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This spooky new series follows Wednesday Addams during her high school years as a student at Nevermore Academy. Basically, we're getting The Addams Family as a teen drama filled with supernatural mysteries, and it's gonna be so good I can already taste it. Wednesday will focus on Wednesday's attempt to master her emerging psychic abilities, as she tries to solve a supernatural mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago. The show's creators have even compared the show to "an eight-hour Tim Burton movie." Christina Ricci will also be appearing in the series as a new character named Ms. Thornhill. Y'all, I'm so excited!

Starring: Jenna Ortega, Luis Guzmán, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Fred Armisen, Riki Lindhome, Jamie McShane, Gwendoline Christie, Hunter Doohan, Emma Myers, Percy Hynes-White, Joy Sunday, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 23 on Netflix

Watch the trailer here. 

4. The Santa Clauses

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After being Santa for nearly 30 years, Scott Calvin has been struggling to keep up with the job and find time for his family. Once Scott finds out that he can retire, he considers stepping down from the role and finding a worthy successor to continue his legacy. Original cast members like Tim Allen and Elizabeth Mitchell will return as Scott and Carol aka Santa and Mrs. Claus. Eric Lloyd and David Krumholtz, who played Charlie and Bernard respectively, are also confirmed to make appearances in the series. 

Starring: Tim Allen, David Krumholtz, Elizabeth Mitchell, Kal Penn, Eric Lloyd, Austin Kane, Elizabeth Allen-Dick, Matilda Lawler, Rupali Redd, Devin Bright, Laura San Giacomo, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 16 on Disney+

Watch the trailer here. 

5. The Sex Lives of College Girls Season 2

HBO Max

Nature is healing because The Sex Lives of College Girls is finally coming back for its sophomore season. This time around, we'll pick up basically where we left off in Season 1: Kimberly lost her scholarship, Leighton came out to Kimberly, Bela was done with The Catullan, and Whitney started exploring her relationship with Canaan. This season will cover the rest of their freshman year as they navigate relationships, and frat parties, all while discovering what kind of people they want to be. 

When it returns: Nov. 17 on HBO Max

Watch the trailer here.

6. Manifest Season 4

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Since being saved from cancellation, Manifest will make its Netflix debut with this final season, which will be split into two parts. The new season will continue the mystery surrounding Flight 828, but this time we're dealing with a bit of a time jump. Season 4 will pick up two years after the tragedy involving Grace, as the Stone family tries to pick up the pieces of their lives. The last season was an emotional roller coaster, so I'm just gearing up for more chaos when Manifest returns this fall.

When it returns: Nov. 4 on Netflix

Watch the trailer here.

7. Welcome to Chippendales

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This new true-crime series tells the wild story of Somen "Steve" Banerjee, an Indian immigrant who becomes the unlikely founder of the world's greatest and most well-known male stripping empire. Steve lets nothing stand in his way during his rise to the top as he makes it in America the best way that he can.

Starring: Kumail Nanjiani, Murray Bartlett, Annaleigh Ashford, Dan Stevens, Juliette Lewis, Robin de Jesús, Andrew Rannells, Spencer Boldman, Quentin Plair, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 22 on Hulu

Watch the trailer here.

8. Dead to Me Season 3

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Season 3 is finally here people! This is not a drill!!!!! We left off right after Ben crashed his car into Judy and Jen's, thus leaving us with yet another hit-and-run. Our final season will pick up shortly after the car accident when Jen and Judy receive some life-changing news and are ready to risk their lives for a friendship that’s above the law. I already know I'm gonna be bawling by the end of this, and I truly cannot wait. 

When it returns: Nov. 17 on Netflix

Watch the trailer here.

9. Fleishman Is In Trouble

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Fleishman Is In Trouble follows the recently divorced 41-year-old, Toby Fleishman, as he dives into the brave new world of dating apps, getting the kind of success he never had during his younger years. But at the start of his first summer of sexual freedom, his ex-wife Rachel disappears, leaving him to parent their two young daughters with no hint of where she is or if she plans to return. As he balances parenting, reacquainting with old friends, a potential promotion at work, and his newfound dating life, he realizes that he’ll never be able to figure out what happened to Rachel until he can finally face what ruined their marriage in the first place.

Starring: Claire Danes, Lizzy Caplan, Jesse Eisenberg, Adam Brody, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 17 on Hulu

Watch the trailer here. 

10. Blockbuster

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Netflix making a comedy series about Blockbuster is honestly one of the best and funniest things the streamer has done. Blockbuster is an ensemble comedy that takes place in the last Blockbuster Video in the US. The show will explore what, and who, it takes for a small business to succeed against all odds.

Starring: Randall Park, Melissa Fumero, Tyler Alvarez, Madeleine Arthur, Olga Merediz, JB Smoove, Kamaia Fairburn, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 3 on Netflix

Watch the trailer here. 

11. Mythic Quest Season 3

Apple TV+

In Season 2, we left off with Ian and Poppy leaving Mythic Quest to start their own partnership and take the gaming world by storm. Now they must learn to navigate the gaming world on their own and Dana is now forced to play mediator. Back at Mythic Quest, David settles into his new role as the boss where he truly finds himself in charge for the first time with Jo returning as his verrrrrry loyal assistant, and Carol attempts to figure out where she fits in after a new promotion. At Berkeley, Rachel struggles to balance her morals with capitalism, while a post-prison Brad tries to return to society as a reformed man.

When it returns: Nov. 11 on Apple TV+

Watch the trailer here. 

12. Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin

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Years after the events of the always-iconic Pitch Perfect trilogy, Bumper moves to Germany to revive his music career after one of his songs becomes big in Berlin. Over the course of the season, we'll get to relish in all the great things that made Pitch Perfect special, and watch as Bumper goes from an acapella amateur to a bonafide superstar. Sarah Hyland and Jameela Jamil will also star alongside Adam Devine in new roles created for the series. 

Starring: Adam Devine, Sarah Hyland, Jameela Jamil, Flula Borg, Lera Abova, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 23 on Peacock

Watch the trailer here. 

13. Echo 3

Apple TV+

Echo 3 is an action-packed thriller set in South America that follows Amber Chesborough, a brilliant young scientist who is the heart of her small American family. When Amber goes missing along the Colombia-Venezuela border, her brother Bambi, and her husband Prince – two men with deep military experience and complicated pasts – struggle to find her in a layered personal drama, set against the explosive backdrop of a secret war. 

Starring: Jessica Ann Collins, Luke Evans, Michiel Huisman, Elizabeth Anweis, Fahim Fazli, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 23 on Apple TV+

Watch the trailer here. 

14. The English

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This epic Western follows Lady Cornelia Locke and Eli Whipp, who come together in 1890 Middle America to cross a violent landscape. Both of them have a clear sense of their destiny. However, neither is aware that it is rooted in their shared past. As they face obstacles that push them to their limits, they get even closer to their final destination in Wyoming. Once there, a series of bizarre and unsolved murders begins to take shape as their intertwined history is more complicated than they realize.

Starring: Emily Blunt, Chaske Spencer, Rafe Spall, Tom Hughes, Toby Jones, Ciaran Hinds, Valerie Pachner, Stephen Rea, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 11 on Prime Video

Watch the trailer here. 

15. The L Word: Generation Q Season 3

Showtime

Picking up right where the chaotic Season 2 cliffhanger left off, The L Word: Generation Q continues to follow the cast of characters as they struggle with secrets, old scars, and new flames on their hectic search for “the one.” Bette Porter is on the brink of a devastating letdown or startling confession after Tina appears at her door. And while they determine their future together, their daughter Angie embraces her new freedom at college, finding love in all the wrong places. At the bungalow, Finley returns from rehab and discovers news about Sophie that threatens both her sobriety and their relationship. Meanwhile, Dani and Micah both attempt to take major steps forward in their relationships, but Gigi’s baggage and Maribel’s temper put their plans to the test. The drama heightens as Shane and Tess grapple with secrets that could tear them apart for good, while Alice questions whether she’ll ever find her soulmate, or if she’s doomed to be alone forever. Rosie O’Donnell and Donald Faison will also return in their roles of Carrie and Tom, respectively.

When it returns: Nov. 20 on Showtime

Watch the trailer here. 

16. Yellowstone Season 5

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The Dutton family is back when Yellowstone returns for a fifth season this November. While Season 4 was anything but calm, this new season promises more chaos and drama as the Dutton family chooses sides and alliances shift. While maintaining the largest contiguous cattle ranch in the US remains the top priority, it looks like the Duttons will be fighting even more battles amongst each other as well.

When it returns: Nov. 13 on Paramount Network

Watch the trailer here. 

17. Willow

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A sequel to the 1988 film of the same name, this new series tells the story of a magical world where magical creatures are thriving since a magician and an infant girl united the realms and vanquished an evil queen. However, now the adventure continues when an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home, where they must face their inner demons and save their world.

Starring: Warwick Davis, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Ellie Bamber, Tony Revolori, Amar Chadha-Patel, Dempsey Bryk, Joanne Whalley, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 30 on Disney+

Watch the trailer here. 

18. Elite Season 6

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After Samuel's death, Las Encinas is working extra hard to clean up its reputation...which means covering up all of its past disasters. But no matter how much they attempt to hide, prejudice runs deep between those walls, and the school's administration will, once again, turn a blind eye and leave matters into their students' hands. 

When it returns: Nov. 18 on Netflix

Watch the trailer here. 

19. The Calling

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The Calling follows NYPD Detective Avraham Avraham, whose best skill is uncovering the truth and solving mysteries one step at a time. His strong belief in humankind is what has gotten him so far in his career. Guided by a deep sense of spirituality and religious principles, we'll watch as Avraham is left to question his own humanity when a seemingly routine investigation turns upside down.

Starring: Jeff Wilbusch, Juliana Canfield, Karen Robinson, Michael Mosley, Noel Fisher, Constance Zimmer, Chris Sullivan, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 10 on Peacock

Watch the trailer here. 

20. Young Royals Season 2

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Winter break has passed which means Prince Wilhelm and the rest of his classmates are back at Hillerska. When Wilhelm tries to take revenge on August, and win back Simon’s trust, he creates problems that threaten the entire monarchy. 

When it returns: Nov. 1 on Netflix

Watch the trailer here. 

21. And finally, Lopez Vs. Lopez

NBC

In this series, George Lopez and his real-life daughter Mayan star as fictionalized versions of themselves as they work towards mending their estranged father-daughter relationship. Mayan, like her on-screen counterpart, started making TikToks as she reconnected with her family during the pandemic, and when showrunner Debby Wolf saw the videos, the concept for the show was born! Mayan also shared that the show's scenario is loosely based on the same experience she and George faced in their lives and said it was "an experience of a lifetime" to make the series with her father.

Starring: George Lopez, Mayan Lopez, Selenis Leyva, Brice Gonzalez, Matt Shively, and more

When it premieres: Nov. 4 on NBC

Watch the trailer here. 

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