Overview and Key Dates
NBC's fall 2018 schedule followed the traditional broadcast calendar, with new series and returns rolling out from late September through November. This verified timeline focuses on announced premiere dates, time slots, and notable new scripted and unscripted shows. Because broadcast calendars can shift midseason, published schedules reflect announcements made before the season began and are useful as historical reference.
September Premieres
Week of September 24–30, 2018
- The Voice: Season 15 premiere, Sept. 24, 2018, 8–10 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
- The Blacklist: Season 6 premiere, Sept. 26, 2018, 8–9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
- New Amsterdam: Series premiere, Sept. 25, 2018, 10–11 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
- The Village: Series premiere, Sept. 25, 2018, 9–10 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
- Manifest: Series premiere, Sept. 24, 2018, 10–11 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
- Chicago Med: Season 4 premiere, Sept. 25, 2018, 8–9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
- Chicago Fire: Season 7 premiere, Sept. 25, 2018, 9–10 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
- Law & Order: Organized Crime: Did not premiere in fall 2018; actual debut occurred later in 2021.
October Premieres
Week of October 1–7, 2018
- The Conners: Series premiere, Oct. 16, 2018, 8–9 p.m. ET/PT on ABC (not NBC).
Week of October 8–14, 2018
- Chicago Med: Return from summer break, Oct. 9, 2018, 8–9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
Week of October 15–21, 2018
- The Good Place: Season 4 premiere, Oct. 18, 2018, 8:30–9:30 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
November Premieres
Week of November 5–11, 2018
- Superstore: Season 4 premiere, Nov. 1, 2018, 8–9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
- The Good Doctor: Season 2 premiere, Nov. 5, 2018, 10–11 p.m. ET/PT on ABC (not NBC).
Week of November 12–18, 2018
- This Is Us: Season 3 premiere, Nov. 13, 2018, 9–10 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
Notable Returning Series
Several established series continued into the fall season with consistent scheduling:
- Chicago Fire: Season 7, ongoing fall schedule after premiere on Sept. 25.
- Chicago PD: Season 6, fall run began fall 2018 following earlier premiere.
- Chicago Med: Season 4, fall episodes started after Sept. 25 premiere.
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit: Season 20, fall 2018.
- Law & Order: Organized Crime: Did not launch in fall 2018; debuted in 2021.
- Bluff City Law: Series premiered in fall 2019; not part of the 2018 slate.
New Series Overview
NBC introduced several scripted series during the 2018–2019 fall lineup. Manifest (premiered Sept. 24, 2018) combined mystery and family drama. New Amsterdam (premiered Sept. 25, 2018) focused on a hospital's leadership changes. The Village (premiered Sept. 25, 2018) explored modern parenthood. These additions expanded the network's fall drama roster alongside comedy and unscripted entries.
Sunday Night Lineup Highlights
NBC’s Sunday lineup in fall 2018 included long-running hits and new programming. The Voice remained a centerpiece on Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT, while comedies and dramas rotated through Sunday slots where applicable. Specific scheduling details varied by week, with marquee series positioned to retain viewership across the season.
Programming Notes and Clarifications
- All times are U.S. Eastern/Pacific unless otherwise noted.
- Premiere dates reflect initial airings; later seasons may shift.
- Some shows listed as "fall premieres" may have regional or platform variations.
- Unscripted and reality programming schedules are not included in this overview.
Fall 2018 Key Premieres at a Glance
| Show | Premiere Date | Time (ET) | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Voice (S15) | Sept. 24, 2018 | 8:00–10:00 p.m. | NBC |
| Manifest (Series Debut) | Sept. 24, 2018 | 10:00–11:00 p.m. | NBC |
| New Amsterdam (Series Debut) | Sept. 25, 2018 | 10:00–11:00 p.m. | NBC |
| The Village (Series Debut) | Sept. 25, 2018 | 9:00–10:00 p.m. | NBC |
| Chicago Fire (S7) | Sept. 25, 2018 | 9:00–10:00 p.m. | NBC |
| The Blacklist (S6) | Sept. 26, 2018 | 8:00–9:00 p.m. | NBC |
| This Is Us (S3) | Nov. 13, 2018 | 9:00–10:00 p.m. | NBC |
| Superstore (S4) | Nov. 1, 2018 | 8:00–9:00 p.m. | NBC |
| Good Place (S4) | Oct. 18, 22018 | 8:30–9:30 p.m. | NBC |
Common Questions and Context
Viewers often ask about series continuity, reboots, and why certain shows appear on different networks. For example, The Conners is an ABC show and was not part of NBC's fall slate. Programs like Law & Order: Organized Crime were announced after fall 2018, so they do not appear in this verified schedule. This overview sticks to publicly confirmed 2018 announcements and avoids speculation.
Why Reference This Schedule
Reviewing NBC's fall 2018 lineup is useful for understanding broadcast patterns, comparing new series rollouts, and contextualizing the network's content strategy for that season. While schedules evolve, the confirmed dates above represent the network's official planning at the time and help establish a baseline for long-term viewing trends.