Here Are the Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Peacock, Including ‘Twisted Metal’

Peacock’s lineup this week mixes brand‑new premieres, fresh season drops, and ever‑reliable staples from across reality TV, true crime, competition, workplace comedy, and family animation. The picks below draw directly from what’s newly landing on the service and what viewers are watching the most right now, so you can queue up fast without any guesswork.

To help you decide what to press play on first, the list prioritizes the latest arrivals, then Peacock originals, and then long‑running favorites with a proven track record. Each entry includes a quick plot primer plus who’s involved behind and in front of the camera.

‘The Paper’ (2025)

A mockumentary workplace comedy from creators Greg Daniels and Michael Koman, ‘The Paper’ follows the documentary crew from ‘The Office’ as they embed at a struggling Toledo newspaper, chronicling a publisher’s push to revive a local newsroom and the offbeat staffers who keep it running. Produced by Universal Television for Peacock, the first season is built around tight, half‑hour episodes with a classic single‑camera documentary style.

The ensemble features Domhnall Gleeson and Sabrina Impacciatore, with Oscar Nuñez returning to the broader universe and Chelsea Frei among the newsroom leads. Executive producers include Greg Daniels, Michael Koman, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant, Howard Klein, and Ben Silverman, with production using the familiar fly‑on‑the‑wall approach that captures editorial meetings, field reporting, and publisher‑level decision‑making.

‘The Rainmaker’ (2025)

Adapted from John Grisham’s novel, ‘The Rainmaker’ tracks young attorney Rudy Baylor as he joins a scrappy personal‑injury firm and takes on a powerful law office in a high‑stakes insurance case. Developed for television by Michael Seitzman and Jason Richman, the series extends the book’s courtroom and investigative threads across a serialized season.

The cast includes Milo Callaghan as Rudy Baylor, with Lana Parrilla as formidable senior partner Jocelyn “Bruiser” Stone, P. J. Byrne as paralegal Deck Shifflet, Madison Iseman as Sarah Plankmore, and John Slattery as rival litigator Leo F. Drummond. The show is produced by Lionsgate Television and Blumhouse Television, with executive producers Michael Seitzman, Jason Richman, John Grisham, Jason Blum, and Patrick Moran.

‘LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising’ (2023)

‘LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising’ picks up after the “Merge,” pairing veteran ninja Lloyd with new heroes Arin and Sora as they protect elemental dragons across newly fused realms. Produced by WildBrain Studios in partnership with The LEGO Group, the newest batch of episodes expands the team’s mission while leaning into swift, action‑driven storytelling suited to family viewing.

Voice talent across the franchise includes Sam Vincent, Vincent Tong, Kelly Metzger, Brent Miller, Andrew Francis, Deven Mack, and Sabrina Pitre, among others. The production is a distinct continuation of the ‘Ninjago’ saga, with episodes built around focused, two‑act adventures and ongoing arcs that connect the realms, dragons, and elemental powers.

‘Buried in the Backyard’ (2018)

This Oxygen true‑crime docuseries examines investigations in which victims are discovered in everyday places—backyards, beaches, wooded areas—and reconstructs how each case was solved. Episodes weave together law‑enforcement interviews, forensic analysis, and archival materials to trace the timeline from disappearance to discovery and prosecution.

Narrated by Sadie Medley, the series is produced by Renegade 83 and features executive producers David Garfinkle, Jay Renfroe, Bob Kusbit, and Billie Speer. Each installment presents a self‑contained case with a consistent structure that highlights investigative breakthroughs and the community tips that often move a case forward.

‘Wheel of Fortune’ (1983)

Created by Merv Griffin, ‘Wheel of Fortune’ is the long‑running word‑puzzle game in which contestants spin a wheel for cash and prizes while solving hangman‑style phrases on an illuminated board. The format balances toss‑up rounds, main puzzles with themed categories, and a final bonus round that closes each episode.

The show is hosted by Ryan Seacrest with Vanna White at the puzzle board, produced by Sony Pictures Television and filmed at Sony Pictures Studios. Current gameplay features include the Wild Card, Mystery, Express, and the Million Dollar wedge that can dramatically change a player’s strategy during the game.

‘Jeopardy!’ (1984)

Also created by Merv Griffin, ‘Jeopardy!’ presents answers first and requires contestants to respond in the form of a question across diverse categories such as history, science, and literature. Each game builds through Jeopardy and Double Jeopardy rounds into Final Jeopardy, where wagering strategy meets knowledge recall.

Ken Jennings serves as host, with the syndicated version executive‑produced by Michael Davies and supported by a dedicated team of writers, researchers, and an in‑studio judging desk. Episodes are produced at Sony Pictures Studios, and the series regularly features special tournaments and themed events.

‘Twisted Metal’ (2023)

Based on the PlayStation franchise, ‘Twisted Metal’ follows amnesiac courier John Doe as he hauls a mysterious package across a post‑apocalyptic America teeming with deadly drivers and warring factions. The series is produced by Universal Television and expands the game’s vehicular combat premise with character‑driven arcs and world‑building.

Anthony Mackie leads the cast as John Doe, with Stephanie Beatriz as Quiet, Will Arnett voicing Sweet Tooth (performed onscreen by Samoa Joe), Thomas Haden Church as Agent Stone, and Neve Campbell as Raven. Developed for television by showrunner Michael Jonathan Smith, the series lists executive producers including Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick.

‘America’s Got Talent’ (2006)

‘America’s Got Talent’ is an open‑format competition series showcasing singers, dancers, magicians, comics, and variety acts as they vie for a cash prize and a Las Vegas engagement. The season structure moves from nationwide auditions to live shows, with dramatic Golden Buzzer moments that send standout performers straight to the next phase.

The series was created by Simon Cowell and is produced by Fremantle and Syco Entertainment. Terry Crews hosts, and the current judging panel features Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Sofía Vergara, and Mel B; earlier seasons have included judges and hosts such as Piers Morgan, David Hasselhoff, Sharon Osbourne, Howard Stern, Heidi Klum, Nick Cannon, and Tyra Banks.

‘Below Deck’ (2013)

‘Below Deck’ documents life and work aboard luxury superyachts during charter season, following crew dynamics below deck and demanding guests above. The series moves among yachting hubs while tracking department leads—captains, chief stews, bosuns, and chefs—and the rotating teams that keep a charter running.

Produced by 51 Minds Entertainment, the flagship lists executive producers Mark Cronin, Courtland Cox, and Nadine Rajabi. The show has spawned multiple spin‑offs, including ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’, ‘Below Deck Sailing Yacht’, ‘Below Deck Down Under’, and ‘Below Deck Adventure’, while the original remains the franchise anchor.

‘The Real Housewives of Orange County’ (2006)

The franchise’s original installment, ‘The Real Housewives of Orange County’ centers on the personal and professional lives of women in and around Orange County, California. Storylines chart relationships, new ventures, and family milestones while interweaving friendships and rivalries across the ensemble.

Created by Scott Dunlop and produced by Evolution Media, the series lists executive producers Douglas Ross, Alex Baskin, and Andy Cohen. It established the template for later installments with single‑camera docu‑style production, season reunions, and ongoing ensemble storytelling.

Share your weekend Peacock picks in the comments—what are you pressing play on first?