This list includes 50 TV shows that start with N, from “NCIS” to “Nurses”. It spans network hits, streaming originals, and niche series, useful for discovery, quick reference, or research.

TV shows that start with N are television series whose official titles begin with the letter N. They range from long-running procedural hits like “NCIS” to short-lived, cult favorites from around the world.

Below you’ll find the table with Title, Original outlet, First aired, and Genre.

Title: You can scan the title to quickly find the show and confirm its official listing or common name.

Original outlet: You see where each series first aired or streamed, helping you locate original episodes and regional availability.

First aired: You see the premiere year or date, useful when you compare shows by era or television generation.

Genre: You can identify the show’s main genre and a secondary tag to gauge tone and audience expectation.

TV shows that start with N

Title Original Network/Platform First Aired Genre Description
NCIS CBS 2003-09-23 Drama / Crime procedural Long-running military-procedural about a Naval Criminal Investigative Service team; a JAG spin-off that became a global franchise.
NCIS: Los Angeles CBS 2009-09-22 Action / Crime High-octane NCIS spin-off focused on undercover operations in LA, starring Chris O’Donnell and LL Cool J.
NCIS: New Orleans CBS 2014-09-23 Drama / Crime Southern-set NCIS series centered on a New Orleans team; noted for local atmosphere and musical cameos.
NCIS: Hawai’i CBS 2021-09-20 Drama / Crime First Pacific-based NCIS series, blending tropical locale with military-crime investigations and an ensemble cast.
Numb3rs CBS 2005-01-23 Drama / Crime Crime procedural where an FBI agent partners with his mathematician brother to solve cases using applied math and probability.
Nashville ABC 2012-10-10 Drama / Music Country-music industry drama following singers and songwriters; launched several soundtrack hits and starred Connie Britton.
Narcos Netflix 2015-08-28 Crime / Drama Gritty dramatization of the rise of Pablo Escobar and the Medellín cartel; acclaimed for intense storytelling and production.
Narcos: Mexico Netflix 2018-11-16 Crime / Drama Expansion of Narcos focusing on Mexican drug-cartel origins and the Guadalajara cartel’s rise in the 1980s.
New Girl Fox 2011-09-20 Comedy / Romance Quirky sitcom about a bubbly teacher moving in with three men; launched Zooey Deschanel as a TV star.
New Amsterdam NBC 2018-09-25 Drama / Medical Medical drama inspired by a hospital medical director’s memoir; focuses on patient-centered reform and ensemble cast.
NewsRadio NBC 1995-03-21 Comedy / Sitcom Workplace sitcom set at a New York AM radio station, known for sharp ensemble comedy and notable guest stars.
Night Court NBC 1984-01-17 Comedy / Sitcom Courtroom sitcom centered on a zany nighttime judge and staff; classic comedy with a 2023 revival in the same premise.
Night Stalker ABC 1974 Crime / Horror One-season cult series (Kolchak: The Night Stalker) featuring investigative journalist chasing supernatural cases; influenced later horror TV.
Nikita The CW 2010-09-09 Action / Thriller Spy-action series reimagining La Femme Nikita, following a rogue operative fighting a corrupt secret agency.
Nurse Jackie Showtime 2009-06-08 Comedy / Drama Darkly comic medical series starring Edie Falco as a brilliant but flawed ER nurse struggling with addiction.
Nurses Global (Canada) 2019 Drama / Medical Canadian ensemble medical drama following a diverse group of nurses navigating careers, crises and personal lives.
Now and Again CBS 1999-10-25 Drama / Sci-fi Man rebuilt with a government-funded new body after death; blends family drama with espionage and identity themes.
No Offence Channel 4 2015-05-05 Crime / Comedy-drama British police drama with sharp humor and strong female leads, created by Paul Abbott.
Northern Exposure CBS 1990-07-12 Comedy-drama / Quirky Fish-out-of-water dramedy about a New York doctor in eccentric Alaskan town; beloved for its offbeat characters.
Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide Nickelodeon 2004-09-12 Comedy / Teen Humorous “how-to” guide for middle-school life following clever tips and chaotic adventures of boy named Ned.
Ned and Stacey Fox 1995-09-11 Comedy / Sitcom Odd-couple sitcom about a contract marriage; starred Thomas Haden Church and Debra Messing early in their careers.
Neighbours Seven Network 1985-03-18 Soap / Drama Iconic Australian soap about suburban life; long-running launchpad for international stars like Kylie Minogue.
Newhart CBS 1982-10-20 Comedy / Sitcom Bob Newhart stars as an innkeeper in Vermont; famed for its unexpected and memorable series finale.
New Tricks BBC One 2003-03-27 Crime / Drama British series about retired detectives who reopen cold cases; ran many seasons with a popular ensemble cast.
Normal People Hulu / BBC Three 2020-04-26 Romance / Drama Intimate adaptation of Sally Rooney’s novel exploring a complex young relationship; praised for performances and realism.
Nightflyers Syfy 2018-12-02 Sci-fi / Horror Space-set horror series based on a George R.R. Martin novella, mixing claustrophobic tension with supernatural mystery.
Night Gallery NBC 1969-05-16 Horror / Anthology Rod Serling-hosted anthology of macabre and supernatural stories; spiritual successor to The Twilight Zone.
No Good Nick Netflix 2019-04-15 Comedy / Drama Family sitcom about a surprise foster child who may be a con artist; blends heart and plot twists.
No Tomorrow The CW 2016-10-04 Comedy / Romance Romantic-comedy series about a woman who adopts a live-for-today philosophy after meeting an optimist convinced apocalypse is imminent.
Nip/Tuck FX 2003-07-22 Drama / Medical Provocative drama about two plastic surgeons blending dark personal stories with issues of beauty and morality; a Ryan Murphy breakthrough.
NOS4A2 AMC 2019-06-02 Horror / Supernatural Supernatural thriller adapted from Joe Hill’s novel about an immortal villain and a woman with special abilities.
Notorious ABC 2016-09-22 Drama / Legal Behind-the-scenes legal/media drama inspired loosely by real-life high-profile trials and relationships between lawyers and media.
Nowhere Man UPN 1995 Drama / Thriller Mid-1990s conspiracy thriller following a photojournalist erased from records; cult following for its surreal paranoia.
No Reservations Travel Channel 2005-07-26 Travel / Food Anthony Bourdain’s travel-food series blending cuisine, culture and sharp personal commentary around the world.
No Ordinary Family ABC 2010-09-28 Drama / Superhero Family drama where a suburban family gains differing superpowers; mixes domestic life with action and moral questions.
Nash Bridges CBS 1996 Crime / Drama Action-cop series starring Don Johnson as a charismatic San Francisco detective balancing cases and charm.
Naked and Afraid Discovery Channel 2013-06-09 Reality / Survival Brutal survival series pairing strangers to survive in harsh environments with no food or clothes; long-running franchise.
Naruto TV Tokyo 2002-10-03 Animation / Action Anime adaptation of Masashi Kishimoto’s manga following an adolescent ninja’s ambitions and friendships.
Naruto: Shippuden TV Tokyo 2007-02-15 Animation / Action Continuation of Naruto’s story as characters age and conflicts escalate; hugely influential global anime hit.
Neon Genesis Evangelion TV Tokyo 1995-10-04 Animation / Mecha Groundbreaking anime blending mecha action with psychological and philosophical themes from Hideaki Anno.
NOVA PBS 1974 Documentary / Science Long-running science documentary series presenting accessible, in-depth explorations of technology, nature and discovery.
Numberjacks BBC 2006-01-02 Children’s / Educational Animated/live-action hybrid teaching early math concepts through superhero-like numbers solving problems.
Noel Fielding’s Luxury Comedy E4 2012-11-09 Comedy / Surreal Surreal sketch and sitcom hybrid from Noel Fielding blending psychedelic visuals and absurdist humor.
NTSF:SD:SUV:: Adult Swim 2011-10-02 Comedy / Parody Fast-paced parody of police and procedural TV shows, noted for its absurdist sketches and satirical tone.
Noah’s Arc Logo 2005-10-04 Drama / Romance Groundbreaking drama centered on Black gay men in Los Angeles, notable for its representation and cult fanbase.
Naomi The CW 2022-01-11 Drama / Superhero Young-adult superhero drama adapted from DC Comics; follows a teen discovering cosmic origins and powers.
No Activity ABC (AU) / CBS All Access (US) 2015 Comedy / Satire Dialogue-driven comedy about mundane moments during stakeouts; began as Australian series and spawned a US adaptation.
Nightwatch A&E 2015 Documentary / Emergency services Real-life emergency responders followed on duty in a city, blending documentary grit with human stories.
Naked City ABC 1958 Crime / Drama Classic New York-based police drama known for its gritty realism and influential storytelling in early TV drama.
North and South ABC 1985-03-10 Drama / Historical Epic Civil War-era miniseries about two friends on opposite sides; notable 1980s television event with star-studded cast.

Descriptions

NCIS
NCIS: Los Angeles
NCIS: New Orleans
NCIS: Hawai’i
Numb3rs
Nashville
Narcos
Narcos: Mexico
New Girl
New Amsterdam
NewsRadio
Night Court
Night Stalker
Nikita
Nurse Jackie
Nurses
Now and Again
No Offence
Northern Exposure
Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide
Ned and Stacey
Neighbours
Newhart
New Tricks
Normal People
Nightflyers
Night Gallery
No Good Nick
No Tomorrow
Nip/Tuck
NOS4A2
Notorious
Nowhere Man
No Reservations
No Ordinary Family
Nash Bridges
Naked and Afraid
Naruto
Naruto: Shippuden
Neon Genesis Evangelion
NOVA
Numberjacks
Noel Fielding’s Luxury Comedy
NTSF:SD:SUV::
Noah’s Arc
Naomi
No Activity
Nightwatch
Naked City
North and South
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