AceShowbiz - As the 2026 broadcast season approaches, networks ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC prepare to announce which shows will return, which will end, and which remain uncertain. The annual TVLine Renewal Scorecard offers a comprehensive look at the current status of popular series across the major networks, providing fans with a clear snapshot of the upcoming television landscape.

This year’s scorecard categorizes shows into eight distinct statuses: Officially renewed, A sure thing, A safe bet, Could go either way, A long-shot, Essentially canceled, Officially canceled, and Too soon to tell. This system helps viewers track which programs have secured their futures, which are on the bubble, and which are confirmed to be ending.

It’s important to note that the scorecard excludes unscripted series, international acquisitions, and The CW network, which is down to its final original series, All American, now entering its concluding season. For fans wanting return dates, additional resources are available elsewhere.

Starting with ABC, several series have received official renewals including 9-1-19-1-1, its spinoff 9-1-1: Nashville, and the acclaimed comedy Abbott ElementaryAbbott Elementary. Other sure things for renewal include Grey's Anatomy, The Rookie, and Will Trent. However, shows like R.J. Decker and Scrubs are still too soon to predict, while Shifting Gears is considered a sure bet.

Across at CBS, the lineup boasts numerous officially renewed programs such as Boston BlueBoston Blue, Elsbeth, FBI, Fire Country, and multiple entries in the popular NCIS franchise including NCIS: Origins and NCIS: Sydney. Yet, CIA is a show that could go either way, while DMV and Watson are considered long-shots. Unfortunately for fans of The Neighborhood, the series has been officially canceled, with its finale scheduled for May.

Fox has secured long-term renewals for animated staples such as American Dad!American Dad!, Bob's Burgers, Family Guy, and The Simpsons — all guaranteed through the 2028-29 season or beyond. Other shows like Animal Control and Best Medicine are officially renewed, while new series such as Grimsburg remain uncertain with no confirmed return dates. The network has officially canceled The Great North, whereas Going Dutch is a long-shot to continue.

On NBC, the Chicago franchise remains a stronghold with Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, and Chicago P.D. all deemed sure things. Law & Order and its spinoff Law & Order: SVU also have secured renewals. Newcomers like Happy's Place and St. Denis Medical have official renewals, but others such as Brilliant Minds face near cancellation, and The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins is still too soon to predict.

This evolving scorecard will continue to be updated as networks finalize their decisions, so viewers are encouraged to bookmark and revisit for the most current information. This season promises a mix of beloved returning favorites, fresh faces still awaiting their fate, and some farewells to long-standing series.