What to Watch on Peacock 2026
Need a Peacock pick? Browse horror, mystery, romance, sci-fi, and crime favorites like Coraline, Scream, Law & Order, and The Traitors.
If you’re deciding what to put on Peacock next, a good starting point is to match your mood to the kind of story you want. This lineup has plenty of range, from eerie favorites like Coraline, Scream, Friday the 13th, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and The Exorcist III to series picks like Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, Chicago P.D., and Supernatural. You’ll also find reality competition with The Traitors, a classic ghost story in Casper, and newer genre options such as Obsession, Disclosure Day, Line of Fire, and Pressure. Whether you want mystery, horror, romance, science-fiction, or action, there’s something here that makes choosing easier.
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Disclosure Day
action & adventure · mystery & thriller · science-fiction
If you found out we weren’t alone in the universe, would that frighten you?
Why watch: If you like science-fiction with mystery and action, this could fit well because it leans into a universe-wide question with a thriller edge. It’s a good match when you want something tense and speculative.
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Obsession
horror · romance · thriller
After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.
Why watch: If you enjoy romance mixed with horror and thriller elements, this one stands out for its dark wish-based premise. It may suit viewers who like love stories that take a sinister turn.
Directed by Curry BarkerCast Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, Andy RichterPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Won 6 Emmys Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (2006) · 25 nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
In the criminal justice system, sexually-based offenses are considered especially heinous. In New York City, the dedicated detectives who investigate these vicious felonies are members of an elite squad known as the Special Victims Unit. These are their stories.
Why watch: If you want a long-running crime drama with mystery and courtroom stakes, this is an easy place to start. It’s especially appealing if you like case-driven stories set in New York City.
Directed by Jean de Segonzac, David Platt, Peter Leto, Juan José Campanella, Norberto BarbaCast Mariska Hargitay, Ice-T, Dann Florek, Richard Belzer, Kelli GiddishHuluPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Coraline
1 Oscar nomination
animation · drama · family · fantasy
Wandering her rambling old house in her boring new town, 11-year-old Coraline discovers a hidden door to a strangely idealized version of her life. In order to stay in the fantasy, she must make a frighteningly real sacrifice.
Why watch: If you’re in the mood for animation that blends family, fantasy, and darker suspense, this is a strong pick. The premise works well for viewers who like eerie stories with a child-centered lead.
Directed by Henry SelickCast Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French, Keith DavidHuluPeacock PremiumMaxMore details on IMDb → -
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The Traitors
Won 15 Emmys 3x Outstanding Reality Competition Program · 17 nominations
game-show · reality-tv
America’s most cunning contestants, a mix of famous faces and everyday Americans, play the ultimate murder mystery game. Hosted by Alan Cumming at an ancient castle in Scotland, they will work together on exhilarating missions to build a prize fund worth up to $250,000. But hidden amongst the Faithful contestants are the Traitors, whose goal is to eliminate the Faithful and claim the prize for themselves.
Why watch: If you enjoy reality competition with a strategic twist, this is a good fit. The game-show setup and murder-mystery style make it appealing for people who like bluffing and alliances.
Directed by Luke O'Callaghan, Ben Archard, Martyn Bon, Jelena Fahey, Jonathan HalesCast John Ritchie, Jason Alan StainesPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb →
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Scream
horror · mystery
A year after the murder of her mother, a teenage girl is terrorized by a masked killer who targets her and her friends by using scary movies as part of a deadly game.
Why watch: If slasher-style mystery is your thing, this is a natural choice. It should appeal to viewers who like a masked-killer setup and a story built around horror-movie references.
Directed by Wes CravenCast Drew Barrymore, Roger L. Jackson, Kevin Patrick Walls, David Booth, Carla HatleyHuluStarzPeacock PremiumParamount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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Friday the 13th
horror · mystery · thriller
Camp counselors are stalked and murdered by an unknown assailant while trying to reopen a summer camp that was the site of a child's drowning.
Why watch: If you like classic campground-set horror with mystery and thriller elements, this is worth a look. It’s a solid option when you want a familiar survival setup with a tense edge.
Directed by Sean S. CunninghamCast Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, Jeannine Taylor, Robbi Morgan, Kevin BaconNetflixPeacock PremiumAMC+Paramount PlusMore details on IMDb → -
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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
horror
Five friends head out to rural Texas to visit the grave of a grandfather. On the way, they stumble across what appears to be a deserted house, only to discover something sinister within. Something armed with a chainsaw.
Why watch: If you prefer stripped-down horror, this one is a strong candidate. The rural setting and chainsaw-focused premise make it a good pick for fans of intense, straightforward scares.
Directed by Tobe HooperCast Marilyn Burns, Allen Danziger, Paul A. Partain, William Vail, Teri McMinnNetflixAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumFreeveeMore details on IMDb → -
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Line of Fire
action & adventure · crime · drama · mystery & thriller
A family of law enforcement agents bridges personal differences and crosses professional boundaries as they tackle cases for the FBI, US Marshals, Secret Service and Department of Justice. After a seemingly cut-and-dry case turns into a deadly conspiracy, they must use the expertise from a lifetime of protecting civilians and politicians to protect one another and bring the killer to justice … even if it means betraying their sworn code.
Why watch: If you enjoy law-enforcement dramas with crime and thriller tension, this title may suit you. The team-based setup and conspiracy angle suggest a good fit for viewers who like procedural pressure.
Directed by Rebecca ThomasCast Peter Krause, Hope Davis, Tommy O'Brien, Kat Cunning, Taylor BloomPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Law & Order
Won 6 Emmys Outstanding Drama Series (1997) · 52 nominations
crime · drama · mystery · thriller
In cases ripped from the headlines, police investigate serious and often deadly crimes, weighing the evidence and questioning the suspects until someone is taken into custody. The district attorney's office then builds a case to convict the perpetrator by proving the person guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Working together, these expert teams navigate all sides of the complex criminal justice system to make New York a safer place.
Why watch: If you like crime dramas that follow both police work and the legal process, this is an easy recommendation. The headline-inspired cases and courtroom structure should appeal to fans of procedural storytelling.
Directed by Constantine Makris, Edwin Sherin, Jace Alexander, David Platt, Richard DobbsCast Sam Waterston, S. Epatha Merkerson, Jerry Orbach, Steven Hill, Jesse L. MartinNetflixHuluPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Seeking Persephone
romance
Impoverished Persephone marries reclusive Duke, hoping his wealth rescues her family. She persists in connecting with the man beneath his scarred psyche and imposing estate. Grave peril forces him to risk vulnerability to protect her.
Why watch: If romance with a gothic or high-stakes edge sounds appealing, this could be a good match. The wealthy estate setting and protective dynamic give it a moody, relationship-focused setup.
Directed by John LydeCast Ryann Bailey, Jake Stormoen, Toby-Alexander Smith, Catherine Hannay, Charlotte HemmingsAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Pressure
drama · history · thriller · war
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, and the fate of the free world hanging in the balance, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg face an impossible choice—launch the largest and most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether.
Why watch: If you’re drawn to historical drama with thriller and war elements, this is a strong option. It should work well for viewers interested in a high-pressure decision set just before D-Day.
Directed by Anthony MarasCast Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina, Damian LewisPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Casper
comedy · family · fantasy
Casper is a kind young ghost who peacefully haunts a mansion in Maine. When specialist James Harvey arrives to communicate with Casper and his fellow spirits, he brings along his teenage daughter, Kat. Casper quickly falls in love with Kat, but their budding relationship is complicated not only by his transparent state, but also by his troublemaking apparition uncles and their mischievous antics.
Why watch: If you want family fantasy with comedy and a gentle ghost story vibe, this is a comfortable pick. It’s especially fitting for viewers who like supernatural stories that stay light enough for a broader audience.
Directed by Rob Letterman, Brad SilberlingCast Chauncey Leopardi, Spencer Vrooman, Malachi Pearson, Cathy Moriarty, Eric IdleHuluPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Monster House
1 Oscar nomination
animation · comedy · family · mystery
Monsters under the bed are scary enough, but what happens when an entire house is out to get you? Three teens aim to find out when they go up against a decrepit neighboring home and unlock its frightening secrets.
Why watch: If animated family stories with mystery are your thing, this one is a fun choice. The haunted-house premise makes it a good pick for viewers who like spooky setups without pure horror.
Directed by Gil KenanCast Ryan Whitney, Steve Buscemi, Mitchel Musso, Catherine O'Hara, Fred WillardPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Exorcist III
drama · horror · mystery
On the fifteenth anniversary of the exorcism that claimed Father Damien Karras' life, Police Lieutenant Kinderman's world is once again shattered when a boy is found decapitated and savagely crucified.
Why watch: If you like horror with mystery and a darker procedural feel, this is a solid pick. It may appeal to viewers who want something unsettling with a crime-investigation angle.
Directed by William Peter BlattyCast George C. Scott, Ed Flanders, Brad Dourif, Jason Miller, Nicol WilliamsonAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Chicago Fire
action · drama
An edge-of-your-seat view into the lives of everyday heroes committed to one of America's noblest professions. For the firefighters, rescue squad and paramedics of Chicago Firehouse 51, no occupation is more stressful or dangerous, yet so rewarding and exhilarating. These courageous men and women are among the elite who forge headfirst into danger when everyone else is running the other way and whose actions make the difference between life and death.
Why watch: If you enjoy action-drama series about first responders, this is a dependable choice. The firehouse focus and life-or-death situations make it a good fit for viewers who like ensemble workplace stories.
Directed by Reza Tabrizi, Joe Chappelle, Matt Earl Beesley, Sanford Bookstaver, Eric LaneuvilleCast Taylor Kinney, Christian Stolte, Joe Minoso, David Eigenberg, Randy FlaglerPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
action & adventure · animation · comedy · fantasy · kids & family · science-fiction
Having thwarted Bowser's previous plot to marry Princess Peach, Mario and Luigi now face a fresh threat in Bowser Jr., who is determined to liberate his father from captivity and restore the family legacy. Alongside companions new and old, the brothers travel across the stars to stop the young heir's crusade.
Why watch: If you’re looking for animated action with comedy, fantasy, and science-fiction elements, this is an easy pick. The space-travel setup is especially appealing if you like big, playful adventures.
Directed by Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic, Pierre Leduc, Fabien PolackCast Brie Larson, Virginia Dare Jelenic, Benny Safdie, Kevin Michael Richardson, Chris PrattPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Chicago Med
drama
An emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city's most explosive hospital and the courageous team of doctors who hold it together. They will tackle unique new cases inspired by topical events, forging fiery relationships in the pulse-pounding pandemonium of the emergency room.
Why watch: If you like hospital dramas with emotional stakes and ongoing cases, this should be on your list. It’s a natural fit for viewers who enjoy workplace stories set in a fast-moving ER environment.
Directed by Michael Waxman, Anna Dokoza, Charles S. Carroll, Michael Pressman, Nicole RubioCast Oliver Platt, S. Epatha Merkerson, Marlyne Barrett, Lorena Diaz, Nick GehlfussPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Supernatural
3 Emmy nominations
drama · fantasy · horror · mystery · thriller
When they were boys, Sam and Dean Winchester lost their mother to a mysterious and demonic supernatural force. Subsequently, their father raised them to be soldiers. He taught them about the paranormal evil that lives in the dark corners and on the back roads of America ... and he taught them how to kill it. Now, the Winchester brothers crisscross the country in their '67 Chevy Impala, battling every kind of supernatural threat they encounter along the way.
Why watch: If you want supernatural drama with horror, mystery, and thriller elements, this is one of the strongest genre picks here. It suits viewers who like a long-running hunt for paranormal threats.
Directed by Robert Singer, Philip Sgriccia, John F. Showalter, Thomas J. Wright, Kim MannersCast Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Misha Collins, Mark Sheppard, Jim BeaverAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb → -
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Chicago P.D.
action · crime · drama · mystery · thriller
A riveting police drama about the men and women of the Chicago Police Department's District 21 who put it all on the line to serve and protect their community. District 21 is made up of two distinctly different groups: the uniformed cops who patrol the beat and go head-to-head with the city's street crimes and the Intelligence Unit that combats the city's major offenses - organized crime, drug trafficking, high profile murders and beyond.
Why watch: If you enjoy police dramas with crime, mystery, action, and thriller energy, this is a great match. The focus on both patrol officers and an intelligence unit gives it a broad procedural appeal.
Directed by Chad Saxton, Mark Tinker, Eriq La Salle, Nick Gomez, Carl SeatonCast Jason Beghe, Marina Squerciati, Patrick John Flueger, LaRoyce Hawkins, Amy MortonAmazon Prime VideoPeacock PremiumMore details on IMDb →
Wrapping Up
This guide is meant to help you narrow down the right pick fast, whether you want a long-running series, a scary movie, or something with romance or science-fiction elements. Use it as a quick reference when you want a fresh idea without scrolling forever. Bookmark the page and come back whenever you need another suggestion, because the recommendations are updated regularly. From crime dramas to fantasy and horror, there’s enough variety here to fit a lot of different viewing moods.
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