ABC Press

May 12, 2026

ABC ANNOUNCES FALL 2026 PRIMETIME SCHEDULE

On the heels of a successful 2025-2026 broadcast season where ABC dominated the multiplatform rankings among Adults 18-49, the network announced its fall 2026 primetime schedule today. For the first time in ABC history, the network has renewed their entire scripted lineup and, for the second year in a row, will increase their original scripted slate in midseason with the addition of new series “The Rookie: North.” In the second full season where Nielsen reported on competitive cross-platform broadcast ratings, ABC tops the charts with four of the Top 5 programs, including “High Potential” (No. 1), “Dancing with the Stars” (No. 3), “The Rookie” (No. 4) and “Abbott Elementary” (No. 5). In fact, ABC claims 10 of the Top 20, with the addition of “Scrubs” (No. 6), “9-1-1” (No. 9), “Grey’s Anatomy” (No. 12), “9-1-1: Nashville” (No. 14), “Will Trent” (No. 16) and “Shifting Gears” (No. 17), more shows than any other broadcast network. Among Total Viewers, ABC claims four of the Top 10 program

Press Release - Primetime – Scripted, Primetime – Unscripted

January 29, 2026

Shifting Gears: Surprise (2/11) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 2/4/26)

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11 9:32-10:02 p.m. EST – Shifting Gears: “Surprise” (213) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 2/4/26) Logline: Matt revs his love life back up only to find the road rockier than expected. Meanwhile, a chance romantic moment has Riley and Gabe questioning the nature of their relationship. Jenna Elfman, Jesse Williams, Angela Kinsey and Mookie Betts guest star. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

January 29, 2026

Shifting Gears: Uncle Sam (2/11) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/28/26)

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11 9:02-9:32 p.m. EST – Shifting Gears: “Uncle Sam” (212) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/28/26) Logline: Matt is thrilled to show off his military-hero son Sam, but a shift in Sam’s career could finally give Riley a chance to be the golden child. Meanwhile, Andy’s singing hits all the wrong notes for Riley. Jesse Williams and Luke Macfarlane guest star. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

January 29, 2026

Shifting Gears: Toys (2/11) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/21/26)

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11 8:30-9:02 p.m. EST – Shifting Gears: “Toys” (211) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/21/26) Logline: Riley’s new relationship feels perfect until Matt crashes in, throwing some unexpected obstacles her way. Meanwhile, Matt’s toy car project is derailed when he and Gabe are tasked with working together. Jesse Williams and Maria Bamford guest star. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

January 29, 2026

Shifting Gears: Friend (2/11) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/14/26)

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11 8:00-8:30 p.m. EST – Shifting Gears: “Friend” (210) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/14/26) Logline: Matt’s reunion with a high school friend stirs up more than nostalgia when he meets their equally opinionated spouse. Meanwhile, Riley spirals when Klatch gets a negative Yelp review. Tuc Watkins, Jim Rash and Jesse Williams guest star. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

January 22, 2026

ABC Wednesday Comedies Score With Stellar Midseason Premieres

Series photos are available here. “Shifting Gears” (8 p.m. ET/PT) roared back for its midseason premiere, earning 6.88 million Total Viewers after seven days of viewing on ABC, Hulu, Hulu on Disney+ and digital platforms, rising +58% (vs. 4.36 million) over the show’s initial Live+Same Day audience. The show scored its biggest total audience since the season debut (10/1/25). “Abbott Elementary” (8:30 p.m. ET/PT) also returned on a high note, earning 5.81 million Total Viewers after seven days of multiplatform viewing, rising +112% (vs. 2.74 million) over the initial Live+Same Day audience with its best audience in five weeks (since 10/22/25). Standing as the top two shows of the night, “Shifting Gears” (0.57 rating) and “Abbott Elementary” (0.56 rating) dominated the linear landscape as the No. 2 and No. 3 scripted shows of the week in Adults 18-49, respectively, behind only ABC’s “High Potential.” Coming up next week (Jan. 28 on ABC, streaming next day on Hulu), Matt is thrilled to

Press Release - Ratings

January 22, 2026

Shifting Gears: SEASON FINALE - Surprise - (2/4)

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4 8:00-8:30 p.m. EST – Shifting Gears: “Surprise” (213) (Season Finale) Logline: Matt revs his love life back up only to find the road rockier than expected. Meanwhile, a chance romantic moment has Riley and Gabe questioning the nature of their relationship. Jenna Elfman, Jesse Williams, Angela Kinsey and Mookie Betts guest star. (TV-PG, L) Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

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Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

January 14, 2026

Shifting Gears: Friend (1/25) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/14/26)

SUNDAY, JAN. 25 9:30-10:00 p.m. EST – Shifting Gears: “Friend” (210) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/14/26) Logline: Matt’s reunion with a high school friend stirs up more than nostalgia when he meets their equally opinionated spouse. Meanwhile, Riley spirals when Klatch gets a negative Yelp review. Tuc Watkins, Jim Rash and Jesse Williams guest star. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

January 14, 2026

Shifting Gears: Dog (1/25) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/7/26)

SUNDAY, JAN. 25 9:00-9:30 p.m. EST – Shifting Gears: “Dog” (209) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/7/26) Logline: When Matt refuses to let Carter bring a dog into “his” house, Riley starts to wonder if it’s time for her and the kids to find their own place. Meanwhile, Gabe seeks Riley’s advice amid second thoughts about moving in with Amelie. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

January 14, 2026

Shifting Gears: License (1/25) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 12/3/25)

SUNDAY, JAN. 25 10:00-10:30 p.m. EST – Shifting Gears: “License” (207) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 12/3/25) Logline: When he finds out Carter’s getting driving lessons, Matt’s plan to prove he’s the better teacher hits a snag when he learns his license is expired. Meanwhile, Riley’s two worlds collide as she struggles to keep both her business and family afloat. Stream episodes next day on Hulu.

Press Release - Primetime – Scripted

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ABC ANNOUNCES FALL 2026 PRIMETIME SCHEDULE

Shifting Gears: Surprise (2/11) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 2/4/26)

Shifting Gears: Uncle Sam (2/11) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/28/26)

Shifting Gears: Toys (2/11) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/21/26)

Shifting Gears: Friend (2/11) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/14/26)

ABC Wednesday Comedies Score With Stellar Midseason Premieres

Shifting Gears: SEASON FINALE - Surprise - (2/4)

Shifting Gears: Friend (1/25) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/14/26)

Shifting Gears: Dog (1/25) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 1/7/26)

Shifting Gears: License (1/25) (Rebroadcast. OAD: 12/3/25)

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