Here Are All the TV Shows Coming to Peacock This Week, Including ‘Scare Tactics

If you’re looking to line up your week with a little adventure, a little romance, some high-seas drama, and a few good scares, Peacock’s got a mix of unscripted favorites and scripted intrigue landing all week long. From animal escapades hosted by familiar faces to a behavioral-science thriller led by a beloved TV detective, there’s a lot to plug into your watchlist.

Below, you’ll find every new arrival scheduled from Monday, October 6 through Saturday, October 11. Each entry includes what the show’s about and who’s involved—hosts, stars, creators, and more—plus the exact day it drops so you can plan accordingly.

‘Wild Child’ (2021)

Hosted by Sheinelle Jones, ‘Wild Child’ is a live-action nature series that follows baby animals and their families around the globe, spotlighting how young wildlife learn to survive and thrive. The show mixes short, engaging field segments with educational takeaways designed for teens, arriving Monday, October 6.

Episodes showcase animal behavior and family dynamics across continents, with Jones narrating encounters from places like Australia and Asia. The series is produced within NBC’s weekend educational block, with installments built around themes that highlight habitats, life stages, and conservation stories, also arriving Monday, October 6.

‘Queens Court’ (2023)

‘Queens Court’ brings together high-profile single women—Tamar Braxton, Evelyn Lozada, and Nivea—who meet and date a group of men in a structured, cameras-everywhere format. The process unfolds in Atlanta under the guidance of hosts Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete, and it arrives Monday, October 6.

The series blends group events, one-on-one dates, and eliminations while the Peetes offer mentorship based on their long marriage. The ensemble format gives space to each “queen’s” personal goals and dealbreakers, with the hosts steering the cast through milestones and tough conversations, also arriving Monday, October 6.

‘Harlem Globetrotters: Play It Forward’ (2022)

Part documentary, part community spotlight, ‘Harlem Globetrotters: Play It Forward’ follows the legendary team off the court as players partner with nonprofits and youth groups. Early seasons featured actor-comedian Craig Robinson as host; more recent installments highlight new segments and appearances by Globetrotter standouts, arriving Monday, October 6.

The show is produced with Hearst Media Production Group and includes philanthropic features—from camp visits to service projects—alongside skills demonstrations. Later seasons introduced Kenny Smith in a hosting role, expanding the series’ focus on mentorship and community service, also arriving Monday, October 6.

‘Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild’ (2023)

An evolution of the classic franchise, ‘Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild’ is hosted by Peter Gros and wildlife ecologist Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant and centers on conservation success stories across the United States. Episodes document habitat restorations, species reintroductions, and the people leading the work, arriving Monday, October 6.

The modern series continues the brand’s educational legacy with on-the-ground reporting and expert interviews, spotlighting scientists, rangers, and community partners making measurable impact. Its storytelling links past and present ‘Wild Kingdom’ efforts while focusing on current projects and field expeditions, also arriving Monday, October 6.

‘Earth Odyssey with Dylan Dreyer’ (2019)

Hosted by meteorologist and journalist Dylan Dreyer, ‘Earth Odyssey with Dylan Dreyer’ takes viewers on weekly journeys to explore wildlife, ecosystems, and the connections among animals, people, and the environment. The show blends travelogue visuals with science-driven narration and arrives Monday, October 6.

Each episode focuses on a region or species group—ranging from African savannas to Australian coasts—framing behaviors like migration and hunting within broader ecological themes. The series has continued to add new installments, with recent renewals announced by Dreyer, also arriving Monday, October 6.

‘Below Deck Sailing Yacht’ (2020)

Set aboard the luxury sailing yacht Parsifal III, ‘Below Deck Sailing Yacht’ chronicles charter guests and crew dynamics under Captain Glenn Shephard. Returning department heads like chief steward Daisy Kelliher and first officer Gary King have been featured across seasons, with the series noted for real-time sailing stakes and crew storylines; it arrives Wednesday, October 8.

The show captures regattas, weather challenges, and demanding charters in Mediterranean hotspots, with production by 51 Minds-affiliated teams for the franchise. Recent seasons teased heavy-weather near misses and rule-breaking fallout among crew members, also arriving Wednesday, October 8.

‘Snapped: Behind Bars’ (2021)

A spinoff of ‘Snapped,’ ‘Snapped: Behind Bars’ goes inside correctional facilities to revisit homicide cases through extended, first-person interviews with the convicted. The episodes retrace investigations, evidence, and courtroom outcomes while adding the subjects’ own accounts; it arrives Wednesday, October 8.

The series features case archives, investigator commentary, and new interviews conducted inside prisons, building on ‘Snapped’s’ long-running true-crime format. Entries focus on motive, timeline, and forensic detail more than reenactment, also arriving Wednesday, October 8.

‘The Irrational’ (2023)

‘The Irrational’ stars Jesse L. Martin as Alec Mercer, a world-renowned behavioral scientist who consults on complex crimes, corporate crises, and public-policy dilemmas. The series was created by Arika Lisanne Mittman and is based on Dan Ariely’s nonfiction book ‘Predictably Irrational,’ arriving Thursday, October 9.

The ensemble includes Maahra Hill as FBI agent Marisa, Travina Springer as Mercer’s sister Kylie, and Molly Kunz as his graduate research partner. Episodes draw on behavioral economics concepts—biases, heuristics, and decision-making traps—to frame twists and solutions, also arriving Thursday, October 9.

‘Scare Tactics’ (2024)

The horror-prank classic returns in a revived format, with executive producer Jordan Peele joining the franchise and new episodes staging cinematic scares on unsuspecting participants. The reboot continues the original’s DNA—elaborate setups, practical effects, and a final “you’re on camera” reveal—and arrives Saturday, October 11.

Created by Scott Hallock and Kevin Healey, ‘Scare Tactics’ spans the original Syfy run—hosted over the years by Shannen Doherty, Stephen Baldwin, and Tracy Morgan—and the 2024 revival, which introduced new on-screen talent and production partners for the latest season, also arriving Saturday, October 11.

What will you be watching first—wildlife journeys, high-stakes sails, or a dose of behavioral intrigue? Share your picks in the comments!