ABC just had one of the biggest renewal weeks in recent memory. In a matter of days, the network confirmed a wave of returning favourites that will shape its 2026–27 broadcast season — and the lineup is stacked. Here’s everything you need to know.
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All ABC Renewals at a Glance
| Show | Renewed For | Network/Stream |
|---|---|---|
| High Potential | Season 3 | ABC / Hulu |
| 9-1-1 | Season 10 | ABC / Hulu |
| 9-1-1: Nashville | Season 2 | ABC / Hulu |
| Abbott Elementary | Season 6 | ABC / Hulu |
All four shows air on ABC and stream the next day on Hulu, making them accessible across cable and streaming audiences.
High Potential Season 3 — The Biggest Renewal of the Week
High Potential is ABC’s crown jewel right now, and the numbers prove it. A recent episode drew 12.33 million viewers in its first seven days across ABC, Hulu, Disney+, and digital platforms — a staggering figure for a scripted broadcast drama in 2026.
Season 2 expanded to 18 episodes, and ABC didn’t wait for it to finish before locking in Season 3 — a clear signal of institutional confidence. However, there’s a behind-the-scenes shakeup: showrunner Todd Harthan is departing to co-create and co-showrun Eragon, the live-action adaptation of Christopher Paolini’s Inheritance Cycle for Disney+. A replacement has not yet been named.
Based on the show’s consistent September launch pattern — Season 1 debuted September 17, 2024, and Season 2 on September 16, 2025 — a September 2026 premiere is the most logical target.
For more on High Potential‘s best moments, head to TechnoSports for our full season recaps.
9-1-1 Season 10 & 9-1-1: Nashville Season 2
9-1-1 will return for a milestone Season 10. Created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear, the series explores the intense high-pressure world of first responders including police, firefighters, and dispatchers, with Angela Bassett leading a powerhouse cast.
Meanwhile, 9-1-1: Nashville — the newest franchise spinoff — is currently the No. 1 new drama on TV among Adults 18–49, making its Season 2 renewal a no-brainer.
Abbott Elementary Season 6
Abbott Elementary was the first renewal confirmed this week, continuing its run as one of broadcast TV’s most-loved comedies and ABC’s reliable Wednesday anchor.
To learn more about the history of ABC’s biggest franchises, check out the American Broadcasting Company Wikipedia page for full context.
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FAQs
Q: When will High Potential Season 3 premiere on ABC?
No official date is confirmed yet, but based on its consistent release pattern, Season 3 is expected to premiere in September 2026 on ABC, streaming the next day on Hulu.
Q: Is 9-1-1 ending soon after being renewed for Season 10?
No cancellation has been announced — Season 10 is confirmed for ABC’s 2026–27 season, and the show remains one of the network’s highest-rated scripted dramas among the coveted 18–49 demographic.
