Must-Watch Shows This Week: ‘Scarpetta’ and Seven Other Highlights

Riley Calderon

Published: March 9, 2026 9:48 AM ET

Must-Watch Shows This Week: ‘Scarpetta’ and Seven Other Highlights

This week offers a diverse selection of must-watch shows. From gripping dramas to light-hearted comedies, there’s something for everyone. Here’s what to look out for from March 9 to March 15.

Scarpetta: A Gripping New Series

One of the major highlights is “Scarpetta,” starring Nicole Kidman. Based on Patricia Cornwell’s book series, the show follows Kay Scarpetta, a forensic pathologist. The narrative unfolds in two timelines: one in the 1990s and another in the present day.

Scarpetta starts her career as a chief medical examiner in the 90s.
In the present, she investigates a complex murder case linked to a serial killer.

All eight episodes of this thrilling series will be available on Prime Video starting Wednesday.

Sunny Nights: A Comedy from Down Under

Launching this week is “Sunny Nights,” an Australian comedy featuring Will Forte and D’Arcy Carden. The series revolves around siblings Martin and Vicki, who operate a spray-tan business.

Their ambitions lead to encounters with local criminals.
All episodes will be released on Hulu on Wednesday.

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives: Season Four

Another exciting release is the fourth season of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.” This popular Hulu series continues to explore the MomTok group, diving into their drama and adventures.

The new season features Whitney Leavitt and Jen Affleck on “Dancing With the Stars.”
It also follows Taylor Frankie Paul’s journey on “The Bachelorette.”

It begins streaming on Hulu Thursday.

Virgin River: Season Seven Premiere

The beloved series “Virgin River” returns with its seventh season. Mel and Jack, played by Alexandra Breckenridge and Martin Henderson, are set to embark on new adventures.

The couple focuses on expanding their family through adoption.
The series has now become Netflix’s longest-running English-language original drama.

This season premieres on Thursday, exclusively on Netflix.

The Madison: A New Drama from Taylor Sheridan

Creator Taylor Sheridan presents “The Madison,” a story about the Clyburn family relocating from New York City to Montana after a tragedy.

Starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell, the six-episode series will stream in two parts.
The first three episodes arrive on Saturday on Paramount+.

Oscars 2024: Awards Season Culminates

The Oscars finish the awards season this weekend, airing live from Los Angeles. Conan O’Brien will host this prestigious event.

“Sinners” leads with 16 nominations, including best picture.
“One Battle After Another” follows with 13 nominations.

The ceremony airs Sunday at 7 p.m. on ABC.

Spanish-Language Highlights

“La Oficina,” the Mexican adaptation of the British sitcom “The Office,” makes its debut. Set in Aguascalientes, it stars Fernando Bonilla as Jerónimo Ponce III.

The series follows his efforts to manage the family company, Jabones Olimpo.
“La Oficina” will stream on Prime Video starting Friday.

Additionally, “That Night” tells a darker story about a young mother in the Dominican Republic. After hitting a man with her car, she and her sisters make misguided choices.