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The most ambitious sci-fi series to be released in 2026 have started to become clear. Star Trek, Blade Runner, 3 Body Problem, and more… Although 2026 contained a few disappointments, it was quite a productive year for the television world. The science fiction genre, in particular, stood out with remarkable productions throughout the year. Apple TV+ raised the bar significantly in this field with series like Severance and Pluribus.

However, it appears that the real big year will be 2026. Apple, Paramount, HBO, Netflix, and many other platforms are preparing to appear before audiences with ambitious sci-fi series over the next 12 months. Prepare your calendars; here are the most exciting science fiction series expected to be released in 2026.

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (January 15, 2026)

New Generation, A New Beginning It is hard to find a brand as deep-rooted and large as Star Trek in the world of science fiction. Paramount is making a strong entry into 2026 with its new series Starfleet Academy, which will take this universe one step further.

The series takes place further ahead in the Star Trek timeline than what has been told so far and focuses on the story of young students training to join Starfleet. The cast is also quite ambitious: Oscar winner Holly Hunter appears as Starfleet Academy Chancellor Nahla Ake, while Paul Giamatti plays the series’ main villain.

On the other hand, the fourth and final season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is also expected to be released in 2026. However, a clear date has not yet been shared for this production.

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters – Season 2 (February 27, 2026)

Giant Monsters Return to the Stage Although Apple TV+ is mostly known for original sci-fi projects, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters stands out as the platform’s largest licensed work. Set in the universe where Godzilla, King Kong, and other kaijus live, the second season of the series turns its focus to Kong this time.

In the new season, the team of monster researchers will spend more time on Skull Island. Kurt Russell and Wyatt Russell, the most notable names in the series, continue to portray different eras of the Lee Shaw character. Shaw’s fate left question marks at the end of the first season, but the second season trailer shows that the surprises are not over yet.

X-Men ’97 – Season 2 (Summer 2026)

Mutant Nostalgia Continues Although technically closer to the superhero genre, X-Men ’97 is evaluated within the boundaries of science fiction thanks to the theme of genetic mutations. The first season carried the story to a very interesting point by scattering members of the X-Men team to different points in time.

In the second season, beloved characters like Apocalypse and Cable are expected to be included in the story. The Marvel front is quite busy in 2026; the Wonder Man series will meet the audience in January, and VisionQuest later in the year.

Lanterns

DC Universe Comes Strong to Television Not wanting to fall behind Marvel, DC is playing one of its biggest trump cards for 2026 with the Lanterns series. The HBO-signed live-action production focuses on Green Lantern Corps members tasked with maintaining peace across the universe.

Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) are at the center of the series. Green Lanterns are known for their power to transform their will into concrete objects. Additionally, Nathan Fillion will continue his role as Guy Gardner from the 2025 movie Superman here as well. The exact release date of the series has not yet been announced.

Blade Runner 2099

Sci-Fi Classics Move to the Screen Moving away from superheroes and returning to pure science fiction, Blade Runner 2099 is one of the most intriguing projects on the list. The series takes place in the Blade Runner universe, which deals with a dystopian future where bioengineered replicants are exploited.

The production serves as a sequel to both the original Blade Runner film and Blade Runner 2049. Very few details have been shared about the series so far. The most important known information is that Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh will play the character Olwen, a replicant nearing the end of her life. Filming began in 2024, and the series is expected to be released in 2026.

3 Body Problem – Season 2

Humanity Prepares for the Threat from Space One of Netflix‘s most ambitious and “mind-bending” sci-fi series, 3 Body Problem, returns with its second season in 2026. The series is about humanity’s struggle against an alien civilization targeting Earth. The threat is great, but the fact that the invasion is hundreds of years away gives humanity a chance to prepare.

Based on Liu Cixin‘s Remembrance of Earth’s Past trilogy, the second season will adapt the series’ second book, The Dark Forest. The story becomes increasingly darker and stranger; the final season is planned to be based on the book Death’s End.

Neuromancer

The Birth Story of Cyberpunk Finally Becomes a Series William Gibson’s legendary novel Neuromancer finally appears as a series adaptation after years. The Apple TV+ signed production tells of a dark future where corporations are more powerful than states, technology is integrated into the human body, and data wars reign.

At the center of the story is the hacker Case (Callum Turner), who is hired for a major heist. Although there is talk of the series slipping to 2027, the fact that filming has been ongoing since the beginning of 2025 strengthens the possibility of 2026.

Smaller but Notable Sci-Fi Series Coming in 2026

Besides major productions, some side projects from major brands are also on the way:

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord: An animated series telling the story of Darth Maul during the Galactic Empire era.Star Wars Visions Presents: A new animated series expanding the The Ninth Jedi short story.Stranger Things: Tales from ’85: An animated spin-off production set between the 2nd and 3rd seasons of the main series.

With both the return of established series and long-awaited adaptations, 2026 is already a candidate to be an unforgettable year for sci-fi enthusiasts.

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