20 Best TV Shows on AMC+ 2026
Browse AMC+ picks across drama, horror, fantasy, mystery, and sci-fi, from Sherlock and Mad Men to Dark Winds, Interview with the Vampire, and more.
Trying to decide what to queue up next? This AMC+ guide brings together 20 picks that lean into drama, fantasy, horror, mystery, thriller, and science-fiction, so you can match your mood fast. If you want prestige drama, start with Mad Men, Halt and Catch Fire, or Sherlock; if you’re after darker genre stories, Interview with the Vampire, The Terror, Creepshow, and Channel Zero are strong places to begin. For something more offbeat, Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency, Kevin Can F**k Himself, and The Graham Norton Show offer very different kinds of viewing, while The Walking Dead: Dead City and Dark Winds cover tense, character-driven suspense. Use this list to find a new favorite or revisit an old one, depending on what kind of night you’re planning.
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YAGA
drama · fantasy · horror · mystery & thriller · science-fiction
While a private investigator probes the disappearance of the young heir to a powerful fishery, he finds himself at odds with an apprehensive local detective, a charismatic university professor with a taste for younger men, and a labyrinth of enigmatic suspects, secret lives, and ancient magic.
Why watch: If you enjoy mystery with a supernatural edge, YAGA could be a good fit. Its mix of drama, fantasy, horror, and thriller elements suggests a layered story with plenty to unpack.
Directed by David Frazee, Rachel TalalayCast Carrie-Anne Moss, Noah Reid, Clark Backo, Hudson Williams, Patrick GilmoreAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Graham Norton Show
Won 5 BAFTA TV Awards 17 nominations
comedy · music · talk-show
Each week celebrity guests join Irish comedian Graham Norton to discuss what's being going on around the world that week. The guests poke fun and share their opinions on the main news stories. Graham is often joined by a band or artist to play the show out.
Why watch: If you like talk shows that mix celebrity chat with comedy and music, The Graham Norton Show is an easy choice. It suits viewers who want a lighter watch with a quick, conversational pace.
Directed by Steve Smith, Toby Baker, Nikki Parsons, Geraldine Dowd, Tony Grech-SmithCast Raye, Barry Humphries, Alisha Smith, Tony Montalbano, Paul HumphreysAmazon Prime VideoAMC+FreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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Mad Men
Won 16 Emmys 3x Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series · 116 nominations
drama
Set in 1960-1970 New York, this sexy, stylized and provocative drama follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising.
Why watch: If you’re drawn to polished character drama set in the world of work, Mad Men is a standout. Its single-genre focus makes it especially appealing if you want a purely drama-driven series.
Directed by Phil Abraham, Michael Uppendahl, Jennifer Getzinger, Matthew Weiner, Scott HornbacherCast Jon Hamm, Elisabeth Moss, Vincent Kartheiser, January Jones, Christina HendricksAMC+MaxMore details on IMDb → -
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Interview with the Vampire
2 Emmy nominations
drama · fantasy · horror · romance
A century-old vampire from New Orleans reunites with an ailing journalist to recount his life of bloodlust and his tumultuous relationship with the rakish Frenchman who turned him.
Why watch: If you enjoy vampire stories with romance and horror woven together, Interview with the Vampire is a strong pick. It also fits viewers who like gothic drama with a fantasy element.
Directed by Levan Akin, Keith Powell, Alan Taylor, Emma Freeman, Craig ZiskCast Jacob Anderson, Sam Reid, Assad Zaman, Eric Bogosian, Delainey HaylesNetflixAmazon Prime VideoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Terror
adventure · drama · horror · thriller
A chilling anthology series featuring stories of people in terrifying situations inspired by true historical events.
Why watch: If you like historical-inspired horror and tense anthology storytelling, The Terror is worth a look. Its adventure, drama, horror, and thriller mix gives it broad appeal for darker tastes.
Directed by Tim Mielants, Edward Berger, Sergio Mimica-Gezzan, Michael Lehmann, Frederick E.O. ToyeCast Jared Harris, Derek Mio, Tobias Menzies, Kiki Sukezane, Paul ReadyAMC+More details on IMDb →
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Kill Jackie
action & adventure · comedy · crime · drama · mystery & thriller
Jackie Price has been living a wealthy, luxurious life for the past 20 years after escaping a dangerous past as an international cocaine dealer. But just as life begins to feel a little boring, she discovers that The Seven Demons, a group of the world’s most terrifying hitmen, have been hired to kill her.
Why watch: If you want crime stories with action, comedy, and mystery mixed in, Kill Jackie may be the right choice. The premise suggests a fast-moving watch for anyone who likes danger with a wry edge.
Directed by Dawn Shadforth, Damon Thomas, Sophie MullerCast Catherine Zeta-Jones, Sidse Babett Knudsen, Daniel Ings, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Christine AdamsAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Creepshow
fantasy · horror · mystery · thriller
A young boy's horror comic book comes to life in this anthology series of terrifying tales.
Why watch: If anthology horror sounds appealing, Creepshow is an easy recommendation. It should suit viewers who like short, eerie stories pulled from comic-book-inspired territory.
Directed by Greg Nicotero, John Harrison, Joe Lynch, Roxanne Benjamin, David BrucknerCast Carey Jones, Hannah Fierman, Kara Kimmer, David Alexander Kaplan, Fayna SanchezAmazon Prime VideoTubiAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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A Discovery of Witches
drama · fantasy · romance
Closet witch Diana Bishop and centuries-old vampire Matthew Clairmont are drawn into a deadly mystery and forbidden romance when a magical book shows up in an Oxford library.
Why watch: If you enjoy forbidden romance wrapped in fantasy and mystery, A Discovery of Witches fits that lane well. The blend of drama, fantasy, and romance makes it a good pick for genre fans who like emotional stakes too.
Directed by Farren Blackburn, Jamie Donoughue, Alice Troughton, Sarah Walker, Philippa LangdaleCast Matthew Goode, Teresa Palmer, Alex Kingston, Gregg Chilingirian, Trevor EveNetflixAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Sherlock
Won 9 Emmys 39 nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
A modern update finds the famous sleuth and his doctor partner solving crime in 21st century London.
Why watch: If you want a highly rated crime mystery with a modern setting, Sherlock is an obvious pick. It’s a strong match for viewers who like clever detective work and suspense.
Directed by Paul McGuigan, Jeremy Lovering, Nick Hurran, Coky Giedroyc, Euros LynCast Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Una Stubbs, Rupert Graves, Louise BrealeyHuluAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Son
drama · history · western
The multigenerational epic follows two concurrent time periods: One, the story of young Eli McCullough after he is kidnapped and indoctrinated into a tribe of Comanches in 1849. The other, 60 years later, when we see a grown Eli struggle to maintain his family’s cattle empire during the turbulent Bandit Wars of South Texas. Based on Philipp Meyer’s acclaimed novel.
Why watch: If you’re interested in sweeping family drama with historical and western elements, The Son may be a good fit. Its two-time-period structure gives it a broad, epic feel.
Directed by Kevin Dowling, Jeremy Webb, Olatunde Osunsanmi, Tom Vaughan, Ellen KurasCast Pierce Brosnan, Jacob Lofland, Henry Garrett, Paola Núñez, Zahn McClarnonAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Dark Winds
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
This psychological thriller follows two Navajo police officers, Leaphorn and Chee, in the 1970s Southwest as their search for clues in a grisly double murder case forces them to challenge their own spiritual beliefs and come to terms with the trauma of their pasts.
Why watch: If you like crime drama with mystery and psychological tension, Dark Winds is a strong choice. The 1970s Southwest setting and police investigation premise should appeal to viewers who enjoy atmospheric thrillers.
Directed by Chris Eyre, Michael Nankin, Sanford Bookstaver, Billy Luther, Steven Paul JuddCast Zahn McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon, Jessica Matten, Deanna Allison, A MartinezNetflixAmazon Prime VideoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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This City Is Ours
2 BAFTA TV Award nominations
crime · drama
Michael, a longtime member of organized crime, falls in love with Diana, prompting him to reevaluate his life and contemplate a future beyond his criminal activities. His newfound love becomes both a motivation and a potential liability.
Why watch: If you enjoy crime dramas centered on personal conflict and big life choices, This City Is Ours is worth considering. It’s especially suited to viewers who like organized-crime stories with a romantic complication.
Directed by Saul Dibb, John Hayes, Eshref ReybrouckCast James Nelson-Joyce, Hannah Onslow, Jack McMullen, Mike Noble, Julie GrahamAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Ghostwatch
drama · horror · mystery · thriller
For Halloween 1992, the BBC decides to broadcast an investigation into the supernatural, hosted by TV chat-show legend Michael Parkinson. Parky (assisted by Mike Smith, Sarah Greene & Craig Charles) and a camera crew attempt to discover the truth behind the most haunted house in Britain. This ground-breaking live television experiment does not go as planned, however.
Why watch: If you like horror that blurs the line between investigation and the supernatural, Ghostwatch is a notable pick. Its mystery and thriller elements make it ideal for viewers who want a tense, unsettling watch.
Directed by Lesley ManningCast Michael Parkinson, Sarah Greene, Mike Smith, Craig Charles, Gillian BevanAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Kevin Can F**k Himself
comedy · drama
Explore the secret life of a woman we all grew up watching: the sitcom wife. The series looks to break television convention and ask what the world looks like through her eyes. Alternating between single-camera realism and multi-camera zaniness, the formats will inform one another as we imagine what happens when the sitcom wife escapes her confines, and takes the lead in her own life.
Why watch: If you enjoy comedy-drama with a twist on sitcom conventions, Kevin Can F**k Himself should stand out. It’s a good choice for viewers curious about stories that reframe familiar TV roles.
Directed by Anna Dokoza, Oz Rodriguez, Valerie Armstrong, Craig DiGregorioCast Annie Murphy, Mary Hollis Inboden, Eric Petersen, Alex Bonifer, Brian HoweAmazon Prime VideoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency
action · adventure · comedy · fantasy · mystery · sci-fi
A comedic thriller that follows the bizarre adventures of eccentric “holistic” detective Dirk Gently and his reluctant assistant Todd. An adaptation of Douglas Adams’ wildly successful comic novels.
Why watch: If you like oddball mysteries with comedy and fantasy mixed in, Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency is a natural fit. Its adventure and sci-fi elements make it a playful pick for genre fans.
Directed by Michael Patrick Jann, Paco Cabezas, Tamra Davis, Dean Parisot, Richard LaxtonCast Samuel Barnett, Elijah Wood, Hannah Marks, Jade Eshete, Mpho KoahoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Walking Dead: Dead City
action · adventure · drama · horror · thriller
Maggie and Negan travel to post-apocalyptic Manhattan - long ago cut off from the mainland. The crumbling city is filled with the dead and denizens who have made it a world full of anarchy, danger, beauty, and terror.
Why watch: If you want post-apocalyptic action with drama and horror, The Walking Dead: Dead City is a clear match. It suits viewers who like survival stakes in a dangerous, crumbling setting.
Directed by Michael E. Satrazemis, Edward Ornelas, Kevin Dowling, Gandja Monteiro, Loren YaconelliCast Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Lauren Cohan, Logan Kim, Gaius Charles, Zeljko IvanekNetflixAmazon Prime VideoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Channel Zero
drama · fantasy · horror · mystery · thriller
A horror anthology series inspired by “Creepypasta” online tales.
Why watch: If horror anthologies and mystery-heavy stories appeal to you, Channel Zero belongs on your list. Its fantasy, horror, and thriller mix makes it a strong choice for eerie storytelling.
Directed by Craig William Macneill, Steven Piet, E.L. Katz, Arkasha StevensonCast Brandon Scott, Marina Stephenson Kerr, Abigail Pniowsky, Diana Bentley, Keenan LehmannAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Vampire Lestat
drama · horror · science-fiction
Legendary vampire Lestat launches a rock band, drawing on memories of his immortal past. His rising fame attracts both mortal fans and ancient vampires, forcing all to reckon with his growing power.
Why watch: If you enjoy vampire stories with music, drama, and a sci-fi twist, The Vampire Lestat sounds like a fascinating pick. It’s especially suited to viewers who like supernatural tales with a bold premise.
Directed by Claudia Llosa, Craig Zisk, Levan Akin, Alan Taylor, Jane WuCast Sam Reid, Jacob Anderson, Jennifer Ehle, Eric Bogosian, Ryan KattnerAmazon Prime VideoAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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Halt and Catch Fire
1 Emmy nomination
drama
During the rise of the PC era in the early 1980s, an unlikely trio - a visionary, an engineer and a prodigy - take personal and professional risks in the race to build a computer that will change the world as they know it.
Why watch: If you like smart drama about ambition, technology, and risk, Halt and Catch Fire is a strong recommendation. It should appeal to viewers who enjoy period-set industry stories with character focus.
Directed by Juan José Campanella, Karyn Kusama, Daisy von Scherler Mayer, Jeff Freilich, Michael MorrisCast Lee Pace, Scoot McNairy, Mackenzie Davis, Kerry Bishé, Toby HussAMC+More details on IMDb → -
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The Fall
2 BAFTA TV Award nominations
crime · drama · thriller
When the Police Service of Northern Ireland are unable to close a case after 28 days, Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson of the Metropolitan Police Service is called in to review the case. Under her new leadership, the local detectives must track down and stop a serial killer who is terrorising the city of Belfast.
Why watch: If you want a crime thriller with a procedural edge and a strong central investigator, The Fall is a solid pick. Its mystery and serial-killer premise suits viewers who prefer tense, methodical storytelling.
Directed by Allan Cubitt, Jakob VerbruggenCast Gillian Anderson, Jamie Dornan, John Lynch, Aisling Franciosi, Niamh McGradyAmazon Prime VideoTubiPeacock PremiumAMC+FreeveeMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
Whether you want a sharp mystery, a moody supernatural story, or a character-focused drama, this roundup makes it easier to decide what to stream next. Titles like Sherlock, Mad Men, Dark Winds, and Interview with the Vampire show just how much range this lineup has. Bookmark this page and come back when you want a fresh suggestion, since the recommendations are updated regularly. It’s a simple way to keep your next watch from turning into endless scrolling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What good movies are on AMC right now?
Our top picks right now are YAGA (2026), The Graham Norton Show (2007), Mad Men (2007), Interview with the Vampire (2022), The Terror (2018), Kill Jackie (2026), Creepshow (2019), A Discovery of Witches (2018), Sherlock (2010) and The Son (2017), all streaming on AMC+. There are 10 more picks in the full list above.
What are the best thriller series on AMC Plus?
Our top picks right now are YAGA (2026), The Terror (2018), Kill Jackie (2026), Creepshow (2019), Sherlock (2010), Dark Winds (2022), Ghostwatch (1992), The Walking Dead: Dead City (2023), Channel Zero (2016) and The Fall (2013), all streaming on AMC+.
Do I need an AMC+ subscription to watch these?
Yes. Every title on this list is currently available on AMC+. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.