FOX Unveils Summer 2026 Premiere Schedule for Popular Series

Shonda Rhimes

Prolific television creator ("Grey's Anatomy," "Scandal") and author on creativity and empowerment.

FOX is set to captivate audiences this summer with an exciting roster of returning hits and fresh new series. The network has just unveiled its detailed schedule for Summer 2026, promising a diverse range of entertainment from culinary drama to musical challenges and celebrity antics.

Your Summer Entertainment Starts Here: FOX's Hottest Premieres!

Ramsay's Culinary Comeback: 'Kitchen Nightmares' Returns with a Bang

Celebrated chef Gordon Ramsay is back to tackle restaurant woes in the tenth season of 'Kitchen Nightmares.' The season premiere, a special two-hour event, is scheduled for July 21 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. This season, Ramsay ventures into the Midwest, aiming to revitalize struggling eateries by confronting stubborn owners and addressing critical issues such as health code violations and personnel challenges.

Musical Showdown: 'Beat Shazam' Heats Up the Airwaves

Following the culinary drama, the popular music game show 'Beat Shazam' will make its return on July 28 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Hosted by the dynamic father-daughter duo Jamie Foxx and Corinne Foxx, the series challenges two teams to identify hit songs under pressure, competing against each other and the clock for musical supremacy.

Comedy and Competition: 'Nation's Dumbest' Debuts

Adding a new flavor to the summer lineup, the celebrity competition series 'Nation's Dumbest' is slated to premiere on July 15 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Comedian Jack Whitehall hosts this star-studded show, which will feature well-known personalities like Hilaria Baldwin, Ice-T, and Steve-O, engaging in humorous challenges and showcasing their less-than-brilliant moments.

Game On: Returning Favorites 'The 1% Club' and 'The Quiz With Balls'

Fans of quick wit and trivia can rejoice as game shows 'The 1% Club,' hosted by Joel McHale, and 'The Quiz With Balls,' led by Jay Pharoah, resume their runs beginning July 13. These shows offer unique formats that test contestants' general knowledge and strategic thinking, promising engaging entertainment for viewers.

Mastering the Kitchen: 'MasterChef' Continues its Culinary Journey

Another Gordon Ramsay production, 'MasterChef,' will also continue its 16th season with brand new episodes starting July 15. The culinary competition will feature aspiring chefs battling it out in the kitchen, guided and judged by Ramsay, as they strive to prove their skills and earn the coveted title of MasterChef.

Prime Time Lineup: Full Schedule Unveiled

The updated summer schedule provides a clear roadmap for viewers to catch all their favorite shows. Mondays, starting July 13, will feature 'The 1% Club' at 8 p.m. and 'The Quiz With Balls' at 9 p.m. Wednesdays, from July 15, will host 'MasterChef' at 8 p.m. and the premiere of 'Nation's Dumbest' at 9 p.m. A special two-hour season premiere for 'Kitchen Nightmares' is set for Tuesday, July 21, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Subsequently, Tuesdays, beginning July 28, will see 'Kitchen Nightmares' in its regular 8 p.m. slot, followed by the season 8 premiere of 'Beat Shazam' at 9 p.m.

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