Here Are the Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Paramount+, Including ‘48 Hours’

As a total cinema devotee, I’ve been checking out what’s new on Paramount+, and this month is *packed*! They’re consistently adding fresh content weekly, but they also have those original series that really define the platform, plus a bunch of older favorites that people just keep watching. So, if you’re planning your weekend viewing, I’ve put together a list based on the very latest additions *and* what’s currently topping the most-watched charts.

For easy browsing, we begin with the latest weekly releases, followed by standout Paramount+ originals and consistently popular shows. Each listing provides key information – the plot, cast, and creators – allowing you to quickly find something to watch and add it to your queue.

‘Survivor’ (2000– )

‘Survivor’ places contestants in a faraway place where they form tribes. They then compete for rewards and immunity, and eliminate each other at Tribal Council through voting. Ultimately, a final jury of previously voted-out players decides who wins. Jeff Probst is the host and an executive producer. The show’s original concept came from Charlie Parsons, and the U.S. version is made by CBS Studios along with Survivor Productions LLC and Castaway Television.

Survivor films each season on location, featuring elaborate challenges, puzzles, and coverage from multiple cameras in the field. The show’s format includes classic elements like hidden Immunity Idols, tribe swaps and merges, along with new twists that change with each era. Recent seasons have been filmed in the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji.

‘The Amazing Race’ (2001– )

The Amazing Race is a competition where teams of two travel the globe. They follow clues, tackle challenges called Roadblocks and Detours, and race to reach Pit Stops to stay in the competition. Phil Keoghan is the host. The show was created by Elise Doganieri and Bertram van Munster and is produced by Worldrace Productions and Jerry Bruckheimer Television, in association with CBS Studios.

Each part of the journey includes directions, travel arrangements, and activities that highlight the local culture and landscape. The show is filmed using portable camera crews and local assistants, and each part is designed to test participants’ physical abilities, memory, and teamwork skills while they’re racing against the clock.

‘48 Hours’ (1988– )

‘48 Hours’ is a true-crime news program that follows investigations from the moment an incident happens, all the way through the trial and final outcome. It’s created by CBS News and has included reporters like Erin Moriarty, Peter Van Sant, and Troy Roberts.

Each episode combines interviews, historical footage, and clips from court proceedings, all carefully reviewed by journalists and researchers at CBS News. The show focuses on the timeline of each case, how the legal process works, and insights from experts, frequently providing updates on ongoing investigations and stories.

‘60 Minutes’ (1968– )

‘60 Minutes’ offers several detailed reports in each episode, covering topics like news from around the country and the world, business, science, arts, and investigations. Created by Don Hewitt and produced by CBS News, the program has been presented by correspondents including Lesley Stahl, Scott Pelley, Bill Whitaker, Sharyn Alfonsi, Anderson Cooper, and Jon Wertheim.

Segments are created over several months, involving in-depth reporting, on-location filming, data-based graphics, and careful verification of facts. The magazine continues to be a key example of detailed, long-form journalism, with a changing team of producers and associate producers contributing to each story.

‘The Adventures of Paddington’ (2019– )

‘The Adventures of Paddington’ tells the story of Paddington Bear as he experiences everyday life and makes new discoveries with the Brown family at their home, 32 Windsor Gardens. Ben Whishaw provides the voice for Paddington, and the series is produced by StudioCanal and Heyday Films, working together with Nickelodeon. Animation is done by Blue-Zoo.

The stories focus on little mysteries and friendly challenges, featuring familiar faces like Mr. and Mrs. Brown and Mr. Gruber. The series reimagines Michael Bond’s character for younger children, using brief adventures, kind humor, and music designed to appeal to preschoolers.

‘Air Disasters’ (2011– )

‘Air Disasters’ investigates airplane accidents and close calls by examining information from sources like cockpit recordings, flight data, official investigations, interviews with experts, recreations of events, and computer-generated imagery. The show is made by Cineflix and is also known worldwide as ‘Mayday’.

Every episode features investigators examining both the technical aspects and the human element – things like maintenance records, design evaluations, weather information, and how the crew was trained – to pinpoint the underlying reasons for incidents and suggest safety improvements that shape how we fly today.

‘Tulsa King’ (2022– )

‘Tulsa King’ tells the story of Dwight “The General” Manfredi, a high-ranking member of the New York mafia, who is sent to Oklahoma following his release from prison. There, he begins building a new criminal enterprise. Sylvester Stallone stars in the series, alongside Andrea Savage, Martin Starr, Jay Will, Max Casella, Domenick Lombardozzi, Garrett Hedlund, and Dana Delany, who all play important characters.

The series was created by Taylor Sheridan, with Terence Winter helping guide the show early on. It’s produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios for Paramount+. Each episode follows the development of territories, competing groups, and family conflicts both in cities and throughout different regions. It’s a story of power and family, and the struggles that come with both.

‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ (2025– )

‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ brings back Anthony DiNozzo and Ziva David, former agents from NCIS, for new adventures across Europe. They’re working together to keep their daughter, Tali, safe during these missions. Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo not only return as their beloved characters, but are also involved as executive producers.

Created for Paramount+ as part of the larger NCIS franchise, this series follows the characters after their time on the team, introducing them to new enemies, friends, and cases that take them around the world. CBS Studios is in charge of production, and the show features both ongoing storylines and self-contained weekly investigations. Learn more about the production team.

‘South Park’ (1997– )

‘South Park’ centers around the adventures of Stan, Kyle, Cartman, and Kenny as they navigate current events through humorous and often critical storytelling. The show is known for being produced very quickly. It was created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, and is made by South Park Studios. Parker and Stone are heavily involved, not only writing and directing, but also providing the voices for many of the characters. The show’s fast production schedule allows it to stay relevant and address timely issues.

The show is made using digital cut-out animation, and its writers are known for being able to quickly address what’s happening in the news. Additionally, Paramount+ offers special episodes that continue the story with longer, movie-length installments.

‘NCIS’ (2003– )

‘NCIS’ follows the work of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service as they investigate crimes involving the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Over the years, the show has featured a talented cast including Mark Harmon, Sean Murray, David McCallum, Pauley Perrette, Brian Dietzen, Rocky Carroll, Wilmer Valderrama, Katrina Law, Diona Reasonover, and Gary Cole.

Created by Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill and produced by CBS Studios, the series has led to several spin-offs. The show’s production involves showrunners and executive producers managing hundreds of episodes, typically following a standard format-starting with briefings, then moving to forensic analysis, and finally to action in the field.

Share your picks in the comments—what are you streaming on Paramount+ this weekend?

2025-10-03 23:00