Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Peacock, Including ‘Found’

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If your queue needs a quick refresh, Peacock has a solid mix of brand-new premieres, next-day NBC hits, and franchise pillars ready to binge. Below, you’ll find ten timely picks drawn from this week’s lineups and recent top-watched charts—spanning true crime, procedural drama, competition TV, and docuseries—so you can jump straight into something new or catch up on the latest episodes without digging around.

‘Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy’ (2025)

‘Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy’ (2025)
NBC News Studios

This true-crime limited series dramatizes the crimes of serial killer John Wayne Gacy and the investigation that unraveled his double life. It premiered on Peacock in mid-October and quickly rose to the service’s most-watched spot. The show retraces major case milestones while blending dramatization with documented details from the period. Episodes are available to stream in full on Peacock.

‘Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks’ (2025)

‘Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks’ (2025)
Universal Television

This three-part docuseries charts Universal’s theme-park legacy—from the earliest Studio Tour through recent expansions tied to the Epic Universe era—using archival footage and new interviews. The project comes from Universal Television Alternative Studio and features creatives and filmmakers discussing design and operations behind headline attractions. New installments landed earlier this month as part of Peacock’s weekly slate. All episodes are streaming on Peacock.

‘Brilliant Minds’ (2024–2025)

‘Brilliant Minds’ (2024–2025)
Warner Bros. Television

The medical drama follows neurologist Dr. Oliver Wolf and his team as they tackle rare and complex brain cases, tying cutting-edge science to personal patient stories. Zachary Quinto leads the ensemble, with production from Universal Television among other partners. Fresh episodes rolled out this fall alongside other NBC series featured in Peacock’s weekly schedule. Next-day streaming on Peacock keeps the season easy to follow.

‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ (1999–present)

‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ (1999–present)
Universal Television

Set within the NYPD’s 16th Precinct, the series tracks investigations of sexual offenses from first response through prosecution. The current ensemble is led by Mariska Hargitay, with long-running cast members anchoring evolving casework. New network episodes stream next-day on Peacock throughout the season. Earlier seasons are also available for catch-up.

‘Law & Order’ (1990–present)

‘Law & Order’ (1990–present)
Universal Television

The flagship ‘Law & Order’ splits time between NYPD detectives and Manhattan prosecutors, presenting closed-case investigations and trials each episode. Recent seasons feature a refreshed ensemble while keeping the classic “ripped-from-the-headlines” structure. New entries arrive on Peacock the day after broadcast. A sizeable back catalog is available to stream.

‘Chicago Med’ (2015–present)

‘Chicago Med’ (2015–present)
Universal Television

This ‘One Chicago’ installment focuses on the emergency department at Gaffney Chicago Medical Center, balancing triage, trauma cases, and ethical dilemmas. The current era features S. Epatha Merkerson and Oliver Platt among the returning regulars. New episodes roll onto Peacock next-day during the season. Prior seasons are also available for marathon viewing.

‘Chicago P.D.’ (2014–present)

‘Chicago P.D.’ (2014–present)
Universal Television

The police-procedural pillar centers on the Intelligence Unit as it tackles organized crime, narcotics, and high-profile investigations across the city. The ensemble has included Jason Beghe, Marina Squerciati, and LaRoyce Hawkins across recent seasons. Fresh installments stream on Peacock the day after NBC airings. Earlier seasons are on the platform for catch-up.

‘Chicago Fire’ (2012–present)

‘Chicago Fire’ (2012–present)
Universal Television

Peacock’s fire-and-rescue mainstay follows Firehouse 51’s crews through emergency responses, training, and station life. The series often crosses over with ‘Chicago Med’ and ‘Chicago P.D.’ to build multi-episode arcs. New episodes become available on Peacock next-day throughout the season. A deep library of past episodes is included.

‘The Voice’ (2011–present)

‘The Voice’ (2011–present)
Warner Horizon Television

NBC’s singing competition moves through Blind Auditions, Battles, Knockouts, and Live Shows under a rotating panel of superstar coaches. Episodes are delivered to Peacock the day after broadcast, making it easy to keep up with team developments and eliminations. The format emphasizes vocals first, with coaches turning their chairs based solely on performance. Seasons and recent episodes stream on Peacock.

‘Found’ (2023–present)

‘Found’ (2023–present)
Warner Bros. Television

The procedural centers on Gabi Mosely, a recovery specialist who leads a team dedicated to locating missing persons often overlooked by the system. The series comes from creator and showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll, with production involving Universal Television and Warner Bros. Television. New episodes were part of Peacock’s fall weekly drops, with next-day streaming in step with broadcast. Earlier episodes are available to start from the beginning.

Tell us which Peacock picks you’re lining up this weekend—and what you’d add to the list—in the comments!

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