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Fall Into Free TV: October Premieres with Your Over-The-Air Antenna

Fall is officially here, and that means cozy blankets, pumpkin spice everything, and—TONS of new TV shows and specials to enjoy from the comfort of your couch. And the best part? You don’t need cable or streaming to enjoy them. All the premieres this October are 100% free with a TV antenna from Antennas Direct!

Whether you’re looking to binge a new series, catch a live event, or just enjoy some seasonal fun, there’s something for everyone. We’ve put together a handy list of broadcast TV premieres happening this month, from family-friendly Halloween episodes to the latest prime-time dramas, October is packed with content that’s perfect for fall binge-watching.

This season, let your antenna be your ticket to free, live, fall-tastic entertainment. Grab your snacks, hunker down under a warm blanket, and enjoy some frightfully fun entertainment. Fall TV is here, and it’s all treats—no tricks, just free shows! All times listed in EST.

10/1- 8:00pm: Shifting Gears (ABC) – Season 2 Premiere

10/1- 8:00pm: Chicago Med (NBC) – Season 11 Premiere

10/1- 8:30pm: Abbott Elementary (ABC) – Season 5 Premiere

10/1- 9:00pm: Chicago Fire (NBC) – Season 14 Premiere

10/1- 10:00pm: Chicago P.D. (NBC) – Season 13 Premiere

10/4- 9:00am: Lucky Dog: Reunions (CBS) – Season 3 Premiere

10/4- 9:30am: Lucky Dog: Down Under (CBS) – Series Premiere

10/4- 11:30pm: Saturday Night Live (NBC) – Season 51 Premiere

10/5- 9:00pm: Masterpiece: Maigret (PBS) – Series Premiere

10/5- 10:00pm: Masterpiece: The Gold (PBS) – Series Premiere

10/7- 12:30pm: The Young and the Restless (CBS) – Season 53 Premiere

10/9- 8:00pm: 9-1-1 (ABC) – Season 9 Premiere

10/9- 9:00pm: 9-1-1: Nashville (ABC) – Series Premiere

10/9- 10:00pm: Grey’s Anatomy (ABC) – Season 22 Premiere

10/12- 8:30pm: Matlock (CBS) – Season 2 Premiere (special night)

10/12- 9:30pm: Elsbeth (CBS) – Season 3 Premiere (special night)

10/13- 8:00pm: The Neighborhood (CBS) – Season 8 Premiere

10/13- 8:30pm: DMV (CBS) – Series Premiere

10/13- 9:00pm: FBI (CBS) – Season 8 Premiere

10/13- 9:30pm: Watson (CBS) – Season 2 Premiere

10/13- 8:00pm: TV We Love (The CW) – Series Premiere

10/14- 8:00pm: NCIS (CBS) – Season 23 Premiere

10/14- 9:00pm: NCIS: Origins (CBS) – Season 2 Premiere

10/14- 10:00pm: NCIS: Sydney (CBS) – Season 3 Premiere

10/16- 8:00pm: Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage (CBS) – Season 2 Premiere

10/16- 8:30pm: Ghosts (CBS) – Season 5 Premiere

10/17- 8:00pm: Fire Country (CBS) – Season 4 Premiere (special time)

10/17- 9:00pm: Sheriff Country (CBS) – Series Premiere (special time)

10/17- 10:00pm: Boston Blue (CBS) – Series Premiere

10/19- 8:00pm: Tracker (CBS) – Season 3 Premiere

10/19- 9:00pm: The Road (CBS) – Series Premiere

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Christine Hand

Christine Hand

Christine Hand is Vice President of Marketing for Antennas Direct and Mohu, two of the most recognized brands in the TV antenna industry. She oversees brand strategy, product marketing, digital experiences, partnerships, and customer engagement while helping lead initiatives that connect millions of viewers with free over-the-air television. A longtime advocate for cord-cutting, Christine has spent years educating consumers about broadcast TV, TV antennas, and the evolving television landscape. Her work spans product launches, retail programs, industry partnerships, and content that helps viewers discover smarter ways to watch live television without expensive cable or streaming subscriptions. Through her writing, Christine shares insights on major TV events, sports, broadcast technology, and trends shaping how people watch television today.