ABC Announces Summer Premiere Dates for Returning Game Shows and New Spinoff
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ABC has set its summer schedule, with premiere dates for new seasons of 'Celebrity Family Feud,' 'Press Your Luck,' and 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.' The network will also debut a new 'Dancing with the Stars' spinoff and air major specials like the ESPYS and CMA Fest. All programming will be available to stream on Hulu the next day.
Facts First
- 'Celebrity Family Feud' returns July 9 for Season 12, hosted by Steve Harvey.
- 'Press Your Luck' premieres July 9 for Season 7, hosted by Elizabeth Banks.
- 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' returns July 22 for Season 5, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel.
- New spinoff 'Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro' debuts July 13, hosted by Robert Irwin.
- All ABC programming streams on Hulu the day after it airs.
What Happened
ABC has announced its summer premiere dates and renewal plans. 'Celebrity Family Feud' will return for its 12th season on July 9, followed by the seventh season of 'Press Your Luck' at 9:00 p.m. 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire' returns for its fifth season on July 22. The network will debut a new spinoff series, 'Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro,' hosted by Robert Irwin on July 13. Major specials include the three-hour 'CMA Fest' on June 25 and 'The 2026 ESPYS' on July 15. Previously announced renewals for 'The Bachelor,' 'Bachelor in Paradise,' and 'Dancing with the Stars' are still awaiting premiere dates.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy summer television, your viewing schedule is about to get busier. You will have new episodes of popular game shows to watch starting in July, along with a new competition series featuring professional dancers. You can also look forward to major music and sports award specials, as well as a slate of classic movies airing on Sunday nights and as part of The Wonderful World of Disney lineup. For flexibility, you can watch all of this ABC programming on Hulu the day after it airs on television.
What's Next
The announced shows will premiere on their scheduled dates throughout July. The network may announce specific premiere dates for the renewed shows like 'The Bachelor' and 'Dancing with the Stars' at a later time. The summer movie and special event schedule is now set, providing a clear lineup of entertainment options for the coming months.