{"id":267626,"date":"2025-11-06T23:59:16","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T23:59:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/267626\/"},"modified":"2025-11-06T23:59:16","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T23:59:16","slug":"all-the-shows-not-mentioned-at-channel-10s-2026-upfronts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/267626\/","title":{"rendered":"All the shows not mentioned at CHANNEL 10’s 2026 UPFRONTS"},"content":{"rendered":"

It was all lights, camera and Dreamworld action as Paramount Australia rolled out its 2026 lineup for Channel 10 last night \u2014 but not every familiar face got an invite to the party.<\/p>\n

While the network was busy talking up<\/a> \u201cnew eras, reinvigorated favourites and returning comfort shows,\u201d as Tamara Simoneau, Paramount\u2019s Vice President of Content, put it, a handful of 10\u2019s regulars appear to have quietly slipped out the back door.<\/p>\n

Several long-time favourites \u2014 and even a few that hadn\u2019t yet seen the light of day \u2014 have been left off the schedule entirely.<\/p>\n

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Todd Sampson\u2019s \u2018Why?\u2019 Dropped From Lineup<\/p>\n

One of the most notable omissions was Todd Sampson\u2019s Why?, the fourth instalment of his Mirror Mirror series, which had been announced at last year\u2019s Upfronts.<\/p>\n

TV Blackbox understands that 10 has since reversed course and will no longer air the special, leaving Todd Sampson and his team to find a new outlet for the project.<\/p>\n

\"ToddTodd Sampson (image \u2013 Channel 10)<\/p>\n

Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly And Talkin\u2019 \u2019Bout Your Gen Face Uncertain Futures<\/p>\n

After three local seasons, Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly with Graeme Hall has been taken off the 2026 slate, and insiders believe it is unlikely to return.<\/p>\n

Thank God You\u2019re Here Takes A Breather<\/p>\n

The hugely popular and successful comedy series Thank God You\u2019re Here also remains in the \u201crested\u201d category. The show has not aired on 10 since 2024, with producers Working Dog still seeking more time out from the demanding production. Fans hoping for another round of unscripted chaos will need to keep praying \u2014 or at least waiting \u2014 a little longer.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Talkin\u2019 \u2019Bout Your Generation has only just wrapped its latest run. Sources told TV Blackbox that 10 executives are pleased with its performance, and a decision regarding its renewal could be made in the next few weeks. However, the network already has two unaired seasons of Taskmaster Australia ready to go \u2014 meaning Your Gen could easily be bumped from the schedule next year.<\/p>\n

\"Talkin\u2019Talkin\u2019 \u2019Bout Your Gen is set to make a splashy return on 10, refreshed with a new host and team captains to bridge the generational divide. (image \u2013 Channel 10)<\/p>\n

\u2018Staycation\u2019 On Ice, \u2018The Dog House Australia\u2019 Rested<\/p>\n

Also missing in action is Staycation, the Christmas movie from Ludo Studio, the production company behind Bluey. Originally announced at last year\u2019s 2025 event, the film remains in development but is now unlikely to air in 2026.<\/p>\n

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Everyone\u2019s favourite feel-good pet rescue series, The Dog House Australia, won\u2019t be producing new episodes next year. But the kennels may not be closing for good \u2014 TV Blackbox understands the show is being \u201crested,\u201d but expect to still see plenty of \u2018encore\u2019 episodes to fill any programming gaps.<\/p>\n

\"\"The Dog House Australia<\/p>\n

Bondi Rescue And Other Series Quietly Exit<\/p>\n

After 18 seasons, Bondi Rescue may have had its last wave on 10. While the network insists the long-running series is being \u201crested\u201d, industry insiders note it is an acquisition rather than a local commission \u2014 and producers CJZ are now actively seeking new distribution partners.<\/p>\n

Comedy pranksters Impractical Jokers and spin-off The List are also off the 2026 roster, though the door remains open for future mischief with the crew.<\/p>\n

Property series House Hunters Australia joins the growing list of shows placed on hiatus, with 10 describing it as \u201crested\u201d rather than cancelled.<\/p>\n

\"BondiBondi Rescue Cast (Image \u2013 10)<\/p>\n

And despite the presence of Graham Norton in the host\u2019s chair, Wheel of Fortune Australia won\u2019t be returning either. Network insiders now describing the UK gameshow production as \u201cevent TV\u201d \u2014 intended only as a short run.<\/p>\n

Familiar Faces Take Centre Stage In 2026<\/p>\n

The omissions came as Paramount Australia highlighted a \u201csteady-as-she-goes\u201d programming strategy built around established reality brands. Returning shows include I\u2019m A Celebrity\u2026 Get Me Out Of Here!, Australian Survivor: Redemption, The Traitors, MasterChef Australia, The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition, and Taskmaster Australia.<\/p>\n

Comedy favourites Have You Been Paying Attention?, The Cheap Seats, and Sam Pang Tonight are all back, while Rebecca Gibney fronts a reboot of Millionaire Hot Seat, and Gretel Killeen hosts the all-star edition of The Traitors Australia.<\/p>\n

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The network\u2019s confidence appears firmly placed in big franchises and dependable formats \u2014 signalling fewer risks and fewer new commissions for 2026.<\/p>\n

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