Mediaset announces autumn 2026 television programming schedule

Mediaset has announced its autumn 2026 programming schedule, with Rete 4 initiating the new season earlier than competitors. Rete 4 will begin broadcasting 'Quarto Grado' on August 28, followed by '4 di Sera' on August 31. The network's lineup continues into September with 'Verità Nascoste' hosted by Milo Infante on September 1, 'È Sempre Cartabianca' on September 2, 'Dritto e Rovescio' on September 3, 'Realpolitik' on September 4, and 'Quarta Repubblica' on September 7.

Canale 5 will adopt a more gradual return to its regular programming. On September 7, the network will launch 'Dentro la Notizia' with Gianluigi Nuzzi and 'Caduta Libera' hosted by Max Giusti. 'Mattino Cinque', led by Federica Panicucci and Francesco Vecchi, is scheduled to return on September 14. Other notable returns include 'Verissimo' with Silvia Toffanin on September 19, as well as 'Uomini e Donne' and the series 'Hotel Costie' starting September 1.