With the end of another broadcast season comes finales that leave fans wanting — and needing — more. Such was the case with the 2025-2026 season.
Some finales left lives hanging in the balance in such a way that we have no idea who, if anyone, was hurt or killed, such as Chicago Fire leaving most of 51 in danger and NCIS ending with a face-off between an agent and a teammate’s son. 9-1-1: Nashville left off in the middle of Blythe (Jessica Capshaw) and Dixie’s (LeAnn Rimes) fight. NCIS: Origins and The Rookie‘s finales both ended with members of their teams kidnapped, and for one, it’s a mystery who’s behind it.
The good news? All of these shows will be back as part of the 2026-2027 season. However, two of them — High Potential and The Rookie — will return in the midseason, meaning a January 2027 or later premiere date. Those waits are going to feel so much longer.
Scroll down for our picks for the most shocking finale cliffhangers this season, then head to the comments section below with yours.