Since its impressive launch in 2020,Peacockhas crafted a dynamic and colorful catalog of exciting television shows and films. Despite battling against other popular platforms like Netflix and Hulu, Peacock has attracted a large audience and substantial viewership. Some of the most entertaining new shows include side-splitting comedies, thrilling mysteries, and endearing sitcoms. The site is proving to be a trend-setting and innovative entertainment source contrary to many initial doubts.
Peacock’s diverse slate of original series offers something for everyone, with Emmy-nominated shows and a roster of popular actors. Whether you’re in the mood to watchSaturday Night LivealumWill Forte uproariously battle to save the world inMacGruber,a parody of the ‘80s classicMacGyver,or if you prefer to watch a gritty and dramatic re-imagining ofan iconic Will Smithsitcom withBel-Air,Peacock is sure to have just the right show. From sinister doctors to trailblazing influencers, the streamer is loaded with content. These are some of the best Peacock original series.
Updated on June 08, 2025, by Soniya Hinduja:There are always new shows coming to Peacock, and this list is continually refreshed to include exciting new titles worth watching.
22The Tattooist of Auschwitz (2024)
Based on Heather Morris’ novel of the same name,The Tattooist of Auschwitzisa six-part limited seriesthat premiered on Peacock earlier this year. It tells the heartbreaking story of Jewish Holocaust survivor Lali Sokolov. Despite first volunteering to help the war effort, Lali found himself working in the notorious Auschwitz concentration camp as the tattooist responsible for marking prisoners with their serial numbers. It is in this position that he meets a young woman named Gita and falls in love with her.
A Powerful Tribute To Love
A historical drama set against the backdrop of the dark and shadowy Nazi terror, this series brings to light some important events while also crafting an empathetic love story between Lali and Gita. Its sensitive portrayals of the horrors of Auschwitz as well as the small, desperate acts of resistance that helped prisoners sustain hope immerses you in a trying time. Jonah Hauer-King and Anna Próchniak deliver career-defining performances, with Melanie Lynskey playing Heather with masterful ease.
21Saved by the Bell (2020 – 2021)
Developed by Tracey Wigfield for Peacock,Saved by the Bellis a revival of the original series that premiered on NBC back in 1989, and it follows some of the same characters, just in a different setting. The previously popular sitcom gets fresh treatment by being set 26 years after Zack and Kelly’s wedding, where the crew are all adult officials peeking in on the ups, downs, laughs, and riots of today’s teens.
Nostalgia Meets Present-Day
Stars Elizabeth Berkley, Mario Lopez, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Tiffani Thiessen, and even Lark Voorhiesreturn to their roles in the series, lending it the same playful spirit and appealing storytelling as it celebrates a new era of raunchy comedy while also blending nostalgia into certain scenes. The conflicts and diversity add relevance to the source material. Critics call it a rare revival that does everything right by staying true to the past and leaving room for creativity, dubbing it as “a self-aware satirical delight.”
20We Are Lady Parts (2021 – Present)
Nida Manzoor, who made her feature directorial debut with the hugely beloved action-comedy moviePolite Societyback in 2023, first showcased her talents in this British comedy series for Peacock. In it, we follow a miserable, buttoned-up microbiology PhD student, Amina, who joins the titular all-female Muslim punk band. The band comprises her friend from primary school, Saira; an Uber driver named Ayesha; Bisma, a street-side artist; and a lingerie saleswoman named Momtaz.
Shattering Conventions
We Are Lady Partsbrought infectious joy, existential angst, and representation to the small screens when we needed it most. Smart, witty, laugh-out-loud scripts delivered enough social messages and shared experiences for audiences to relate with the characters. The cast, which includes Anjana Vasan, Sarah Kameela Impey, Juliette Motamed, and Faith Omole, is simply perfect in their complex roles. Critically praised for its authenticity and for redefining notions of punk rock, the series is a must-watch.
19Rutherford Falls (2021 – 2022)
If you haveenjoyed binge-watching workplace comedieslikeParks and RecorBrooklyn Nine-Ninebefore, thenRutherford Fallsis just another addition to the lot. Co-created by Mike Schur, Ed Helms, and Sierra Teller Ornelas, it takes place in a small fictional town. Nathan Rutherford and Reagan Wells are lifelong friends who find themselves at a crossroads when the mayor decides to move the town creator’s statue (who so happens to be Nathan’s ancestor) from the middle of the road. Reagan sides with the mayor and wants to build a cultural center in its place.
New Addition To Workplace Comedies
Quirky small-town sitcoms always offer the light-hearted escapism you need after a long day. Besides,Rutherford Fallshas all the signature elements that make Schur’s comedies so rewatchable, like pop culture references, a bunch of likable characters, musical interludes, and witty banter. Helms and Jana Schmieding lead a charming ensemble and deliver messages about history and identity by sugar-coating them into a deft and funny script. Somewhat underrated, the sitcom has two seasons available to watch on the streaming service.
18The Resort (2022 – Present)
For their 10th anniversary, young couple Emma and Noah decide to vacation in a luxury resort hidden in the middle of a tropical island. Already having problems in their marriage, Noah sees it as a chance to weather the storm. But Emma begins to experience something more dreadful when she stumbles upon an unsolved mystery from 15 years prior.The Resortjumps between two timelines, turning strangers into amateur sleuths and unpacking dark secrets about the resort and its history from over a decade ago.
A Dreamy, Psychological Mystery
From the minds of Andy Siara is this dark, comedic, and extremely gripping whodunit set against the backdrop of a picturesque island. Cristin Milioti and William Jackson Harper share a pulsating chemistry and are supported by an ensemble that includes Nick Offerman, Luis Gerardo Méndez, and Skyler Gisondo. Besides the lush visuals, the series balances sharp writing, puzzling cliffhangers, wry humor, and mysteries within mysteries.
17Bupkis (2023)
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Saturday Night Livealum Pete Davidson co-created and co-wroteBupkis, a sitcom offering a fictionalized version of his actual chaotic life. It focuses on the mundane daily doings of his life versus the hot topics that often surround the young actor, including his dating life and mental health. Expect lots of dirty jokes but also emotional moments as well. The series has beenrenewed for a second season.
Raunchy and Entertaining
Bupkisis a hilarious series that finds dark humor in uncomfortable, outrageous situations. Davidson has never had a problem with using his life story as a basis for his comedy, and it is a winning formula for this show. Complementing Davidson’s real and honest performance is a great cast that includes Edie Falco as his mother and the legendary Joe Pesci as his grandfather. There’s a tinge of irony and sadness in the humor. Even if you aren’t a Davidson fan, there’s a sense of catharsis to the series, both for Davidson and those watching who can relate to some of his non-celebrity challenges.
16The Traitors (2023)
You might not initially consider reality shows to be among the best a streaming service or network has to offer unless it’s one that specializes in the genre. ButThe Traitorsis a worthy exception to the rule. The reality show, based on the Dutch showDe Verradersand inspired by the party gameMafia, is intriguing and addictive. Players live in a massive mansion in Scotland where they compete, scheme, and strategize. A handful are secretly deemed traitors, and if they can last through to the end of the game without being sent home, they win the prize money. If they are all sent packing, the remaining “faithfuls” win. Filled with paranoia and suspicion, it’s truly a game about who can make the best decisions and give their best poker face.
A Game of Lies and Deception
While fans weren’t too pleased with the decision to include a cast of all former reality show players in the second season, the clashing personalities add an interesting dynamic to the show. Alan Cummings’s campy, Broadway-like theatrics are scene-stealing every time he enters the screen. Fans love weighing in from home about how they might play certain scenarios and how well the traitors are doing. Receiving incredibly positive reviews,The Traitorsis arguably one of the best reality shows on television today.
15Killing It (2022)
The always hilarious Craig Robinson headlines the 2022 sitcomKilling It,in which he portrays divorced, single father Craig. He’s a man with entrepreneurial aspirations who sets out to achieve the American Dream and decides to enter the Florida Python Competition. To kick-start his latest business endeavor, Craig teams up with a fierce snake-killing Uber driver named Jillian to try and win the lucrative prize money he so desperately needs.
Uproarious Laughs All The Way Through
Robinson once again delivers a side-splitting performance in the series, proving he can effortlessly lead a comedy after being a scene-stealer in the belovedworkplace comedy showThe Office.Described by our reviewer as “wickedly fun satire,“Killing Ithas relatable themes about capitalism, friendship, and the American Dream, something any viewer can get behind. The chemistry between the two leads makes the show an entertaining watch.
14MacGruber (2021)
The Last Man on Earthstar Will Forte once again brings his formerSaturday Night Livecharacter to life in the action-comedy seriesMacGruber,which centers on the eponymous hero as he is released from a decade-long prison sentence and sets out to defeat a dangerous arch nemesis from his past. MacGruber enlists the help of his former team members, Dixon Piper and Vicki St. Elmo (Ryan Phillippe and Kristen Wiig), to once again save the world from impending doom brought on by the evil Brigadier Commander Enos Queeth (Billy Zane).
The Expansion of a Beloved Character
The MacGruber character was beloved onSaturday Night Live.The 2010 movie that followeddidn’t quite pan out as hoped, but thepassionate cult following eventually led to the creation of the popular and hilarious Peacock television series, for which critics praise the “deadpan buffoonery.” WhileMacGrubermight not be everyone’s cup of tea, fans of the character andSNLsketches will appreciate the hilariously absurd storylines in this interpretation.
13Angelyne (2022)
The 2022 miniseriesAngelyneis an insightful and revealing look at the mysterious titular blonde bombshell who skyrocketed to fame in the 1980s with notorious billboard images in Los Angeles.It highlights the efforts by The Hollywood Reporter journalist Jeff Glaser as he attempts to uncover the true identity of the ambiguous starlet. The delightfulEmmy Rossum takes on the roleof the famous-for-being-famous influencer, undergoing a staggering transformation to embody the enigmatic Angelyne.
A Fitting Tribute to an Atypical Icon
Rossum spent a whopping four to five hours in the makeup chair to embody the billboard model. The dedication she puts into the character pays off in this series, with critics praising the “remarkable depth” she adds to an otherwise two-dimensional (pun intended) character.
