Grab your popcorn and kick back, because we’ve gathered all the hot shows that should keep you busy this fall. Consider these essential viewing.

Empire

Season premiere: Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8p.m.

Rumored to be Taraji “Cookie” Henson’s last go-round, Season 4 of the hit FOX drama will certainly be juicy as ever.

 

Iyanla: Fix My Life

Season premiere: Saturday, Sept. 30 at 9 p.m. on OWN

The OWN hit is back for Season 4, with the Queen of keeping it real, Ms. Iyanla Vanzant, continuing to help her clients get out of their own way.

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Premieres: Saturday, Sept. 30 at 10p.m. on OWN

This new docuseries chronicles the lives f six ex-prisoners searching for a new start after being released from jail.

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Ghosted

Premiere: Sunday, Oct. 1 at 8:30 P.M. on FOX

This new FOX series stars The Office vet Craig Robinson and funny man Adam Scott as two slackers drafted to a secret government agency to investigate the paranormal, and it’s funny AF.

The Mayor

Premieres: Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 9:30 p.m. on ABC

Making its series debut this fall, ABC’s The Mayor centers on young rapper Courtney Rose who stages a mayoral campaign as a publicity stunt and ends up winning.  Glee alum Lea Michele plays his chief of staff while Yvette Nicole Brown of Community fame plays his hilarious mother.

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The Rundown with Robin Thede

Premieres: Thursday, Oct. 12 at 11 p.m. on BET

Accomplished comedy writer Robin Thede is stepping out on her own with new BET late-night series, The Rundown with Robin Thede. Executive produced by Chris Rock, the series will address everything from the latest Beyonce news to President Trump’s daily gaffes.

 

The Comedy Get Down

Premieres: Oct 12 at 11:30 p.m. on BET

This scripted comedy series follows 5 iconic comedians – George Lopez, DL Hughley, Cedric the Entertainer, Eddie Griffin and Charlie Murphy – in a satirical take on their hilarious day-to-day lives.

 

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Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’oir: The Mane Event

Premieres: Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 10 p.m. on BET

The trillest couple in hip hop are tying the knot like only they can, with Gucci & Keyshia sharing their union with fans via this 10-episode docuseries.