Paramount+ has tons of new shows for your weekend binge-watch. The streaming service constantly adds new episodes of hit shows and even entire seasons to binge. It's adding 82 new movies and shows on May 1 alone. These aren't all new original shows, either; the streamer also adds new shows from Paramount's networks, like CBS, as well as coproductions with international studios.
This weekend, I've got three shows worth watching in one sitting. First, there's "Battlestar Galactica"; specifically, the 2003 miniseries and the four-season reboot that began in 2004. This sci-fi show has a devoted fan base, and you can binge it in its entirety now. You can also binge the entire two-season run of "Watson" starting May 3, when the season 2 finale (and now series finale) arrives on Paramount+. Finally, there's "Marshals," a new spin-off sequel to "Yellowstone" that's now well into its first season.
So, here are the three new to Paramount+ shows you need to binge-watch this weekend. If you need more recommendations, check out everything coming to Paramount+ in May 2026 for more options.
'Battlestar Galactica' seasons 1-4
Genre: Science fiction series
What's it about? After a 40-year armistice in a war between the humans of the Twelve Colonies of Kobol and the robotic Cylons they once created, the latter launch a surprise attack intended to exterminate the human race. It largely works, causing the aged spaceship Battlestar Galactica to be called back into service under the command of William Adama (Edward James Olmos).
Why you should watch it: This sci-fi series is beloved, with an ardent fanbase, and Paramount+ just added all four seasons, plus the 2003 miniseries. If you're a sci-fi fan and haven't seen "Battlestar Galactica" before, now's the perfect time. Especially since it's also streaming for free on Pluto TV.
Stream all four seasons (and the miniseries) of "Battlestar Galactica" on Paramount+ starting May 1
'Watson' season 2
Genre: Medical mystery drama series
What's it about? Sherlock Holmes (Robert Carlyle) has seemingly died at the hands of his archenemy Moriarty (Randall Park), so Dr. John Watson (Morris Chestnut) has returned to medicine. He's opened the "Holmes Clinic" in Pittsburgh, where he treats patients with strange and unidentifiable issues. But when he's not solving medical mysteries, he's still working to unravel the mystery of his partner's tragic demise.
Why you should watch it: This series, which combines medical series with crime drama, has officially been canceled. So the season 2 finale on Sunday (May 3) will be the show's final episode. Start binge-watching "Watson" now to catch up before the end.
Stream the first 32 episodes of "Watson" on Paramount+ now. Stream the series finale starting on May 3.
'Marshals'
Genre: Neo-Western drama series
What's it about? "Marshals" stars "Yellowstone" actor Luke Grimes. He's reprising his role as Kayce Dutton in this hybrid sequel/spin-off, which follows the former U.S. Navy SEAL and rancher as he joins a specialized group of U.S. Marshals tasked with protecting the Montana wilderness.
Why you should watch it: Taylor Sheridan is sitting out this new "Yellowstone" spin-off, but many familiar faces are returning. Gil Birmingham, Mo Brings Plenty and Brecken Merrill all reprise their roles as Thomas Rainwater, Mo and Tate Dutton. Plus, it's been renewed for season 2, so you know you're committing to a show that isn't going away.
Stream the first nine episodes of "Marshals" on Paramount+ now (episode 10 arrives May 3)
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