The 10 Best Network TV Shows of 2026 (So Far)
By
Rebecca Luther
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Summary
A curated list of the 10 best network TV shows of 2026 so far, highlighting quality programming on broadcast networks like NBC, ABC, CBS, and Fox. The article argues that despite streaming dominance, network television still produces excellent content, featuring shows across drama, comedy, and reality genres.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledStreaming TV might get a lot of the glory these days, but let's not forget about Ol' Reliable: network television.
No matter how much the broadcast landscape changes, there's still plenty of quality shows to be found on the major networks.
These 10 shows prove that network TV is far from dead — it's still delivering some of the best programming on television.
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