After a mid-season break and a rocky year marked by industry strikes, major TV hits like NCIS, 9-1-1, The Rookie, Law & Order: SVU, Fire Country, Elsbeth, and more are officially back in production for their upcoming seasons.
New behind-the-scenes photos have just dropped — and they’re giving fans an exciting glimpse into what’s coming next. From familiar faces on set to hints at new storylines, the 2026 TV season is shaping up to be a big one.
🎬 TV Stars Return to Set: Who’s Filming What?
🔥 Fire Country
Stars like Max Thieriot (Bode), Billy Burke, and Diane Farr have returned to the California-based set. The new season appears to be continuing its intense mix of action, wildfire rescues, and personal drama — judging from recently leaked photos of a fiery scene in progress.
👮♂️ The Rookie
Nathan Fillion and Melissa O’Neil were spotted shooting outdoor scenes in Los Angeles. Sources suggest big changes are ahead, particularly for fan-favorite duo Chenford, whose relationship status remains uncertain going into Season 8.
⚖️ Elsbeth
Following its surprise hit debut, Elsbeth is now filming Season 2 with Carrie Preston back in her signature role as the quirky, brilliant attorney. Behind-the-scenes shots show production underway on the streets of New York, hinting at more oddball legal mysteries to come.
🕵️♀️ NCIS
While Mark Harmon is still absent, cast members like Sean Murray (McGee) and Katrina Law (Knight) are already filming. Rumors hint at a high-tech cybercrime case kicking off the new season, along with deeper team dynamics.
🚨 9-1-1
Now fully moved over to ABC, 9-1-1 remains steady with stars Angela Bassett, Peter Krause, and Oliver Stark back on duty. Set photos show an intense emergency rescue scene, typical of the show’s high-stakes season premieres.
👩⚖️ Matlock (Reboot)
The Matlock reboot starring Kathy Bates is also back on set with Jason Ritter. Season 1 is expected to dive deeper into modern courtroom drama, while still paying homage to the original show’s tone.
🚔 Law & Order: SVU
Veterans Mariska Hargitay and Ice-T have returned to shoot Season 26 in New York. New set photos hint that Olivia Benson may once again be leading her team into a particularly emotional and controversial case.
🎥 The TV Industry Is Back on Its Feet
The return of all these major shows signals a strong recovery in the TV industry following delays caused by the 2023–2024 writers’ and actors’ strikes. With filming back on track, most networks are aiming to launch new seasons in early 2026, keeping with typical mid-season release patterns.
📸 Fans React to the Behind-the-Scenes Buzz
On social media, fans of The Rookie, NCIS, and SVU are thrilled to see their favorite stars back in action. Many are speculating about unresolved storylines — particularly character arcs and relationship developments left hanging last season.
🗓️ When Will the New Seasons Premiere?
Most shows are expected to premiere in January or February 2026, though exact release dates will depend on each network’s final schedule. ABC, CBS, and NBC are all set to announce their official winter lineups later this fall.
📣 Final Thoughts
TV is heating up again, and with so many shows back in production, it’s a great time to be a fan. The behind-the-scenes photos already promise action, emotion, and major plot developments — everything viewers have been waiting for.
