20 Brand New British TV Shows Premiering in the US in October 2024
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Last Updated on October 6, 2024 by Stefanie Hutson
Together, BritBox and Acorn TV bring us the bulk of the new British TV shows streaming each month – but there are another 5-10 services that semi-consistently offer British content, and it can be hard to keep track of the shows coming out across all the different services. To help you keep track, we put together a list each month to look at those shows which:
- Premiered in the UK or Ireland within the last year or two
- Are streaming for the first time (in the US) in October 2024
Below, we offer photos, premiere dates, and descriptions to help you sort out your viewing plans for the next month.
Joan (2024)
Set in the 1980s, this crime drama stars Sophie Turner (Game of Thrones) as Joan Hannington, a tough yet vulnerable young mother trapped in a dangerous marriage. When her husband, Gary, goes on the run, Joan grabs the chance to reinvent herself. Embracing new identities, she becomes a skilled jewel thief, using her wit and charm to navigate a high-stakes world. Fueled by her love for her young daughter Kelly, Joan takes on daring heists, pushing herself to the limit to secure a better future.
Premieres October 2nd on The CW.
Heartstopper, Season 3
Based on Alice Oseman’s graphic novels, the latest season of this coming-of-age drama brings more of what fans have grown accustomed to. Charlie (Joe Locke) wants to tell Nick (Kit Connor) he loves him, but Nick has his own important news. As the school year begins, the friends face both the highs and lows of teenage life. With parties, big decisions about university, and deepening relationships, they all discover the importance of leaning on loved ones when life gets tough.
Premieres October 3rd on Netflix.
Suspect, Season 2
In season 1, we followed James Nesbitt as veteran detective Danny Frater, a man beginning a deeply personal investigation when he goes to a hospital mortuary for what he thinks is a routine ID check on a young woman's body, only to discover that it's his estranged daughter Christina. Refusing to accept the official finding that she took her own life, he searched for the truth of her death.
The second season picks up where the first left off, with Dr Susannah Newman (Anne-Marie Duff, Bad Sisters) on a quest to find the truth about her daughter’s tragic death. When a mysterious new client Jon (Dominic Cooper, Preacher) makes a disturbing confession under hypnosis, Susannah is forced to embark on her own deadly mission to save a life, the way she couldn’t do with her own daughter.
Other cast members joining for the new season include Ben Miller (Professor T) as Detective Superintendent Richard Groves, Tamsin Greig (Friday Night Dinner) as Natasha Groves, Vinette Robinson (Boiling Point) as Louisa McAdams, Eddie Marsan (The Thief, His Wife and the Canoe) as Alistair Underwood, Celine Buckens (Showtrial) as Sapphire, Nicholas Pinnock (For Life) as Joseph Buckley, and Gina McKee (Our Friends in the North) as Kate.
Premieres October 3rd on BritBox. Catch up on season 1 HERE.
The Franchise (2024)
This new comedy series follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie as they fight for relevance in a chaotic cinematic universe. With Himesh Patel (Yesterday), Aya Cash (The Boys), Jessica Hynes (W1A), Billy Magnussen (The Offer), Lolly Adefope (Ghosts), Darren Goldstein (Ozark), and Isaac Powell (American Horror Story), the show exposes the hilarious mess behind superhero moviemaking. Recurring guest stars Richard E. Grant (The Outlaws) and Daniel Brühl (The Alienist) join the fun, revealing just how the cinematic sausage gets made—because every f*ck-up has an origin story.
Premieres October 6th on Max (formerly HBO Max).
The Graham Norton Show, Season 32
This popular talk show returns for another season of chats with celebrities.
New episodes air as follows:
- October 8th, Episode 1 – Guest lineup includes: Demi Moore, Lady Gaga, Colin Farrell, and Richard Ayoade.
- October 15th, Episode 2 – Guest lineup includes: Hugh Grant, Sebastian Stan, Greg Davies, and Neneh Cherry.
- October 22nd, Episode 3 – Guest lineup TBA
- October 29th, Episode 4 – Guest lineup TBA
The Inheritance (2013)
This four-part drama follows siblings Daniel (Robert James-Collier, Coronation Street), Sian (Gaynor Faye, Emmerdale Farm) and Chloe (Jemima Rooper, Silent Witness) all members of a seemingly close and loving family. After the sudden death of their father Dennis (Larry Lamb, Gavin & Stacey), the three are devastated to discover their father has left them out of his will. With everything they thought they knew about their family called into question, they begin to wonder whether their father's death was really an accident…or a murder. Four episode binge premiere.
Premieres October 9th on BritBox.
Sweetpea (2024)
Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets) stars as Rhiannon Lewis, a quiet wallflower who fades into the background—overlooked at work, ignored by her crush, and dealing with a very sick dad. But when she finally snaps, this unassuming young woman reveals a darker side, capable of anything—even murder. The six-episode series also stars Nicôle Lecky (Mood), Jon Pointing (Smothered), Calam Lynch (Bridgerton), Leah Harvey (Foundation), Jeremy Swift (Ted Lasso), and Dustin Demri-Burns (Slow Horses), blending dark humor and drama as Rhiannon takes a deadly turn.
Premieres October 10th on Starz.
The Hunt for the Chameleon Killer (2024)
This true-crime docuseries delves into the chilling story of presumed serial killer Elaine Parent. In 1990, a headless, handless body is found in a Florida canal, sparking a global manhunt that leads investigators to London before the trail vanishes. Over twelve years, Elaine evades capture through stolen identities and close calls, becoming one of the world’s most wanted. As authorities piece together her crimes, the series examines every potential victim and questions if law enforcement's suspicion of her as a serial killer is justified.
Premieres October 10th on Sundance Now and AMC+.
Disclaimer (2024)
Written and directed by five-time Academy Award® winner Alfonso Cuarón (Roma, Gravity), this seven-part psychological thriller stars Cate Blanchett (The Aviator, Tár) and Kevin Kline (A Fish Called Wanda, French Kiss). Blanchett plays Catherine Ravenscroft, a renowned journalist known for exposing the secrets of others—until an anonymous novel reveals her own dark past. As Catherine hunts for the mysterious author, she must face buried truths that threaten her marriage to Robert (Sacha Baron Cohen, The Trial of the Chicago 7) and her relationship with their son, Nicholas (Kodi Smit-McPhee, Elvis).
Premieres October 11th on Apple TV+.
Race Across the World
This British reality series follows pairs of travellers as they attempt to get to a set destination before any other competitors. They're given money equal to a round-trip plane ticket, but they're not permitted to fly. Instead, they have to use the funds for a combination of food, accommodation, and land or sea travel. Though they can work to earn money along the way, they're not allowed to bring any credit cards or mobile electronic devices (aside from a GPS device that tells them of their progress and ensures their safety). Each episode requires contestants to hit a pre-determined checkpoint, and the last couple to hit the checkpoint can be eliminated.
Seasons will air as follows:
- October 11th: Season 3, 9 episode binge premiere
- October 18th: Season 4, 9 episode binge premiere
No word on when or if other seasons will be added to the platform.
Sweet Bobby: My Catfish Nightmare (2024)
From the producers of The Tinder Swindler and American Nightmare, this documentary unravels a shocking catfishing story. When Kirat accepts a friend request from “Bobby,” their online-only relationship blossoms into romance. But as she falls for him, Kirat has no idea that Bobby isn’t who he claims to be—a revelation that will disrupt her life for years.
Premieres October 16th on Netflix.
The Midwich Cuckoos: Village of the Damned
Based on the 1957 novel of the same name by John Wyndham, this is the latest of several adaptations. Set in the fictional English town of Midwich, the action kicks off with a mysterious event where everyone within a certain area of the town suddenly falls unconscious. When they awake, all the women of childbearing age find themselves inexplicably pregnant. These pregnancies develop at an accelerated rate, and the resulting children possess unusual abilities, including telepathy and mind control.
As the children grow, they demonstrate a collective intelligence and a disregard for human life, causing fear and suspicion among the townspeople.
Episodes will premiere as follows:
- October 17th: Episode 1, “Bad Things” – May 6th begins like any other day in Midwich. But as dusk falls, the lives of its residents are profoundly altered forever. As family members fight to save their loved ones from an unknown fate, a community is forged in a way nobody thought possible. Features Keeley Hawes (Orphan Black: Echoes, Bodyguard) as Dr. Susannah Zellaby.
- October 24th: Episode 2, “In This Together” – Midwich is recovering from the blackout when a shocking discovery is made: every woman of child-bearing age inside the zone on May 6th has fallen pregnant. But of graver concern to Dr Susannah Zellaby is the unnerving responses of the pregnant women.
- October 31st: Episode 3, “The Hive” – Three years after the blackout. The children are entering the second phase of their development. Susannah notices changes in their behavior and makes a terrifying discovery. Her worst fears are realized when a forgotten mother emerges.
Passenger (2024)
Set in the small Northern village of Chadder Vale, this dark comedy-thriller follows former Met detective Riya Ajunwa(Wunmi Mosaku, Loki), who relocates to the quiet town, only to find herself drawn into a series of strange and inexplicable events. After local girl Katie Wells (Rowan Robinson, A Haunting in Venice) is abducted and then mysteriously reappears unharmed the next day, Riya's suspicions grow, especially as the townspeople seem disturbingly indifferent to the event. As more unusual crimes unfold, Riya becomes convinced that something is deeply wrong in Chadder Vale, despite the community’s resistance to her investigation.
Premieres October 17th on BritBox. Two episodes air weekly for a total of six.
Rivals (2024)
Based on Rivals from Dame Jilly Cooper's Rutshire Chronicles, this series dives into the high-stakes world of 1980s England’s social elite. Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell, The Boys), a charismatic MP, faces off against Lord Tony Baddingham (David Tennant, Doctor Who), the ambitious head of Corinium Television. Their bitter rivalry heats up when fiery journalist Declan O’Hara (Aidan Turner, Poldark) joins Corinium, only to feel betrayed by Tony. Declan’s daughter Taggie (Bella Maclean, Sex Education) tries to keep the family together, while catching Rupert's eye.
American TV exec Cameron Cook (Nafessa Williams, Black Lightning) steps into the fray, underestimated by both men. Meanwhile, romance novelist Lizzie Vereker (Katherine Parkinson, Here We Go) is stuck in a loveless marriage to TV host James (Oliver Chris, The Crown).
The cast includes Danny Dyer (EastEnders) as self-made millionaire Freddie, Lisa McGrillis (Mum) as his wife Valerie, Claire Rushbrook (Sherwood) as Lady Monica Baddingham, Luke Pasqualino (The Musketeers) as Bas Baddingham, Rufus Jones (Home) as Deputy PM Paul, and Emily Atack (The Inbetweeners) as Paul’s wife, Sarah.
Premieres October 18th on Hulu.
The Devil's Hour, Season 2
In the new season of this supernatural/sci-fi mystery, social worker Lucy Chambers (Jessica Raine, Patrick Melrose) and serial killer Gideon (Peter Capaldi, Criminal Record) join forces to prevent a tragic event and track an elusive monster. Lucy's double life pulls her between family and duty, while DI Ravi Dhillon (Nikesh Patel, Starstruck), her past-life husband, is on her trail with DS Sam Boyd (Saffron Hocking, Top Boy), Lucy's former protégé. Lucy’s son, Isaac (Benjamin Chivers, Napoleon), grapples with a reality that denies his existence.
Returning cast members include Rhiannon Harper-Rafferty (Midsomer Murders), Meera Syal (Goodness Gracious Me), Alex Ferns (Chernobyl), Thomas Dominique (Stay Close), Barbara Marten (Sanctuary), and Phil Dunster (Ted Lasso).
Premieres October 18th on Amazon Prime Video.
Whitstable Pearl, Season 3
As we enter season 3, The Whitstable Pearl is thriving and so is Pearl’s (Kerry Godliman, After Life) little detective agency. After a short hiatus, DCI Mike McGuire (Howard Charles, Shadow and Bone) returns to Whitstable with a new outlook on both life and career. The pair continue to function as a formidable team as they work a variety of cases together – though Pearl never seems to need Mike’s help as much as he needs hers.
Episodes will premiere as follows:
- October 21st, Episode 1 – After seven years, a missing young mum is spotted on Whitstable Beach. Pearl wants to know where has she gone and why is she back?
- October 28th, Episode 2 – A little girl goes missing at the Whitstable Psychic Fair and skeptical Pearl has to join forces with a psychic to help find her.
Catch up on past seasons HERE.
Canary Black (2024)
Kate Beckinsale (The Widow) stars as Avery Graves, a top CIA operative forced to betray her country to save her kidnapped husband. With no one to trust, she dives into the underworld, using her sharp skills to track down vital intelligence the kidnappers demand. Facing betrayals and danger, she races to deliver a ransom that could ignite a global crisis.
Premieres October 24th on Amazon Prime Video.
The Marlow Murder Club (2024)
Based on The Marlow Murder Club series by Robert Thorogood, this delightfully mild mystery stars Samantha Bond as retired archaeologist Judith Potts, who stumbles onto a murder during a swim in the Thames. When the police dismiss her claims, she teams up with dog-walker Suzie (Jo Martin) and vicar’s wife Becks (Cara Horgan) to investigate. With the help of DS Tanika Malik (Natalie Dew), these amateur sleuths uncover clues, question suspects, and face real danger as they race to catch the killer.
Premieres October 27th on PBS and PBS Masterpiece.
Murder in the Village: Who Killed the Doctor's Wife? (2024)
This two-part docuseries revisits one of Britain’s most puzzling cold cases. In 1983, Diane Jones, wife of beloved local GP Dr. Robert Jones, disappeared from their idyllic Essex home. Her body was later found with signs of foul play, but no suspect was ever identified. Forty years later, the series explores new evidence, pairing it with testimony from detectives, friends, and neighbors. Revealing unexpected details about Diane’s secret life, it suggests the truth is far more complex than it initially seemed.
Premieres October 28th on BritBox.
Inside No. 9, Season 9
This darkly hilarious anthology series returns for its ninth and final set of episodes (though I seem to recall at least one interview or social media comment where they said “final for a good while” rather than “for certain and forever”). From the elegance of an Edwardian country house to the grim reality of the last train home, from nosy neighbors to grave robbers, from illicit visits to the toilet to a ticking clock in a sinister escape room, this ninth collection is sure to send the series off with a bang. A deadly mixture of classical music, dubious morals and murders at midnight, Shearsmith and Pemberton present six more films to delight and disturb their many fans around the world as they open the door marked No.9 for the final time.
Guest cast members for the new season include Dorothy Atkinson (Pennyworth), Mark Bonnar (Guilt), Charlie Cooper (This Country), Natalie Dormer (Game of Thrones), Joel Fry (Plebs), Katherine Kelly (Coronation Street), Matthew Kelly (Cold Blood), Eddie Marsan (Vera Drake), Vinette Robinson (The A Word), Adrian Scarborough (The Chelsea Detective), Philippa Dunne (Derry Girls), Siobhan Finneran (Happy Valley), Hayley Squires (Adult Material) and Susan Wokoma (Cheaters).
Premieres October 30th on BritBox. Catch up on previous seasons HERE.
A Few More Suggestions…
October's lineup is more robust than any we've seen since springtime, so for most people, there will be plenty to watch. If these shows aren't doing it for you, though, you can check out some of the other months in recent history…
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