Fall TV Just Got Juicy: Robin Wright and Olivia Cooke Star in The Girlfriend Plus Love Island Drama and More Premieres You Cannot Miss

Grab your planners, set your reminders, and clear your calendar, because TV is about to serve drama, romance, and ridiculous game show chaos like never before. From Robin Wright’s icy stare to Ariana Madix commanding a reality TV battlefield, this fall’s lineup is stacked with must-watch premieres.

We’re diving deep into the latest TV scheduling scoop, courtesy of a fresh TVLine update, and we’ve got all the juicy details you need. Whether you're in it for toxic love triangles, spicy reunion specials, or a game show that looks like it was dreamed up by caffeine-fueled producers, we’ve got you covered.

The Girlfriend: Robin Wright Returns to TV to Give You Trust Issues

Let’s kick off with what might be the most anticipated drop this fall. Prime Video’s The Girlfriend is not just another psychological thriller. It’s a masterclass in manipulative relationships and maternal breakdowns, starring the icy queen herself, Robin Wright, and the ever-enigmatic Olivia Cooke.

Premiere Date: Wednesday, September 10

Where to Watch: Prime Video

Episodes: All six drop at once, so clear your weekend

Based on Michelle Frances’ best-selling novel, The Girlfriend introduces us to Laura (Wright), a woman who seemingly has it all — until her precious baby boy Daniel brings home Cherry, a girlfriend who is not here to play nice. Olivia Cooke’s Cherry has a smile that could curdle milk and a plan to turn Laura’s life into a flaming mess. If House of Cards and Gone Girl had a moody, stylish baby, this show would be it.

Yes, it’s giving gaslight, gatekeep, girlboss — and we are so here for it.

Love Island USA Reunion: The Drama Never Ends

If you thought Love Island USA Season 7 was going to fizzle out quietly, think again. The reunion is coming in hot and messy, with Ariana Madix and Andy Cohen co-hosting. That alone guarantees enough side-eyes, shady comments, and explosive receipts to make it worth watching.

Reunion Premiere Date: Monday, August 25

Where to Watch: Streaming on Peacock

We don’t know exactly which islanders are getting dragged or doing the dragging, but rest assured, Andy Cohen didn’t show up to moderate tea time. And if one reunion wasn’t enough reality for you, Madix is also set to host Love Island Games Season 2, premiering Tuesday, September 16. She’s booked, busy, and probably regretting saying yes to this many swimwear-filled spinoffs.

ABC News Jumps on Disney Plus with What You Need to Know

Need a quick daily news fix that won’t drown you in doomscrolling? Disney Plus is getting into the news game with a short-form show from ABC News called What You Need to Know. Anchored by James Longman and Rachel Scott, it drops every weekday at 6 am ET — so you can get informed before your coffee even kicks in.

Premiere Date: Monday, July 21

Where to Watch: Disney Plus

It’s serious news, but in bite-sized pieces, which is pretty much the only way Gen Z and millennials will tolerate current events anymore.

Prime Video’s The Map That Leads to You Is for the Hopeless Romantics

Calling all fans of misty-eyed romance and long-lost love stories. The Map That Leads to You is Prime Video’s film adaptation of J.P. Monninger’s tearjerker novel. Starring Madelyn Cline of Outer Banks fame and KJ Apa from Riverdale, this one is giving Tumblr-core meets Nicholas Sparks fever dream.

Premiere Date: Wednesday, August 20

Where to Watch: Prime Video

We’re expecting beautiful people crying on trains, writing heartfelt letters, and discovering themselves via tragic plot twists. Keep tissues nearby.

99 to Beat: The Game Show That’s Basically Controlled Chaos

If you’ve ever watched a game show and thought “this is too organized,” allow us to introduce you to 99 to Beat. Hosted by Ken Jeong and Erin Andrews, the show pits 100 contestants against each other in what is described as “visually distinctive and hilarious games.” Translation: it’s going to be absolute madness, and we can’t wait.

Premiere Date: Wednesday, September 24 at 9 pm ET

Where to Watch: Fox

This might just be the perfect background show while you’re scrolling TikTok or folding laundry, and honestly, that’s not a bad thing.

Fall TV Just Got Spicy and We’re Loving It

Whether you’re into scripted thrillers, messy reality TV, or bonkers competition shows, this fall has something for everyone. Robin Wright and Olivia Cooke are going head-to-head in The Girlfriend starting September 10, while Ariana Madix and Andy Cohen are serving up drama in the Love Island USA reunion on August 25. Don’t forget the short-form news from ABC, a swoony Prime Video romance, and a wild Fox game show to round things out.

Moral of the story: you won’t need to leave your couch this fall. And you shouldn’t.

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