Sci Fi TV Premieres: Here is a rundown of all the new and returning sci fi and fantasy TV shows that will have a premiere in the current month. This information is based on premieres announced at the time of this posting (though check back for updates) and will include trailers if available. Note that premiere dates and times can change with little or no notice.
January is slow for sci fi and fantasy TV premieres, with only six on the schedule at this point. There are a couple of highly-anticipated shows on the way like the latest New Trek entry Starfleet Academy as well as the Game of Thrones prequel A Knight of Seven Kingdoms. In addition, Genndy Tartakovsky’s Primal makes its return over three years after its second season ended. Rounding out the month is the MCU mini-series Wonder Man from Disney+ along with the third season of the supernatural drama School Spirits on Paramount+. And just added is The Beauty which has received a premiere date on FX. More shows could be added to the schedule throughout the month, so keep an eye on our Sci Fi TV Premieres page and our Sci Fi TV Schedule for updates.
Primal Season 3
Primal, Season 3 January 11th, Adult Swim: A shocking twist resurrects Spear in a new form–stripped of memory and humanity–and forces him to roam a brutal, untamed world as a shadow of his former self. As Spear battles savage landscapes and deadly foes, faint echoes of his past begin to stir, leading him toward an emotional and explosive reunion that will test the limits of survival. Season 3 premieres January 11th at 11:30 PM EST.
Starfleet Academy NEW SERIES
Starfleet Academy, NEW SERIES January 15th, Paramount+: This series will introduce us to a young group of cadets who come together to pursue a common dream of hope and optimism. Under the watchful and demanding eyes of their instructors, they will discover what it takes to become Starfleet officers as they navigate blossoming friendships, explosive rivalries, first loves and a new enemy that threatens both the Academy and the Federation itself. The first two episodes will be available January 15th.
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms NEW SERIES
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, NEW SERIES January 18th, HBO Max: A century before the events of Game of Thrones, two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros… a young, naïve but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his diminutive squire, Egg. Set in an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne, and the memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living memory, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends. Premieres January 18th at 9 PM EST.
The Beauty NEW SERIES
The Beauty, NEW SERIES January 21st, FX: When international supermodels begin dying in gruesome and mysterious ways, FBI Agents “Cooper Madsen” (Evan Peters) and “Jordan Bennett” (Rebecca Hall) uncover a conspiracy that threatens the future of humanity. The investigation leads them directly into the crosshairs of “The Corporation” (Ashton Kutcher), who will stop at nothing to protect his trillion-dollar empire. Premieres January 21st at 10 PM EST.
Wonder Man NEW SERIES
Wonder Man, NEW SERIES January 27th, Disney+: Aspiring Hollywood actor Simon Williams is struggling to get his career off the ground. During a chance meeting with Trevor Slattery, an actor whose biggest roles may be well behind him, Simon learns legendary director Von Kovak is remaking the superhero film “Wonder Man.” These two actors at opposite ends of their careers doggedly pursue life-changing roles in this film as audiences get a peek behind the curtain of the entertainment industry. All episodes will be available on January 27th.
School Spirits Season 3
School Spirits, Season 3 January 28th, Paramount+: Maddie Nears and her friends dive into a deeper, darker mystery as the veil between worlds grows dangerously thin, delivering twists that challenge everything they thought they knew. After clawing her way back to life, Maddie struggles with terrifying visions and the weight of protecting both the living and the dead while Simon – trapped in the afterlife – becomes obsessed with the secrets buried in Split River High’s scars. Why have so many people died at Split River High? What was Mr. Martin warning them about? As they search for answers, new dangers and dark secrets begin to surface. The first three episodes of Season 3 will be available on January 28th.
February Preview:
Paradise (Hulu) Season 2 Premieres Feb 23
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (Apple TV) Season 2 Premieres Feb 27th
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