Our 16 Most Anticipated New Fall 2015 TV Shows

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It's September, and that means new television is just around the corner. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert really kicked things off, but it's not until later this month that the new fall 2015 TV shows really swing into full gear. What will audiences latch onto this season?

Well, we're not sure what's going to land and stick around, but we've come up with a list of 16 Most Anticipated New Fall 2015 TV Shows, ranging from the return of The Muppets on ABC to the small screen versions of movies like Limitless on CBS to cable offerings such as Ash vs the Evil Dead and even a couple new Netflix shows.

Check out the full list after the jump!

Premiere Date: September 16th on Comedy CentralWhy We're Excited: It's an animated series much different than what we've come to expect from Comedy Central. Taking cues from anime and the 80s, particularly the art of Patrick Nagel, the show certainly has influences of Archer, and it looks just as ridiculous. But for me, the big selling point is the voice cast, which includes Rob Lowe in the lead role as Dazzle Novak, and supporting characters played by Elizabeth Banks, Will Forte and Kate Mara.Official Synopsis:

The animated series Moonbeam City stars Rob Lowe as Dazzle Novak, a detective in America's most fluorescent metropolis, whose desire to serve is second only to his nonstop sex drive. But with Chief Pizzaz Miller (Elizabeth Banks) cramping his style and his rival Rad Cunningham (Will Forte) undermining him at every turn, he may have to face the (very synthy) music and do some actual police work.

Premiere Date: September 21st on FoxWhy We're Excited: It's a pseudo-reboot/continuation of the Steven Spielberg directed sci-fi film, based on the short story of the same name by acclaimed sci-fi author Philip K. Dick. The pre-crime program is dead, but one of the former pre-cogs has returned to law enforcement in secret to help a police detective by helping to stop the murders that he keeps having visions of before they happen. It's the appeal of the Minority Report world meeting the crime procedural genre of television that has piqued my interest, and I'm hoping it's not too repetitive or dull.Official Synopsis:

The future is coming. Based on the international blockbuster film by executive producer Steven Spielberg and the first of his films to be adapted for television, MINORITY REPORT follows the unlikely partnership between a man haunted by the future and a cop haunted by her past, as they race to stop the worst crimes of the year 2065 before they happen. Set in Washington, D.C., it is 10 years after the demise of Precrime, a law enforcement agency tasked with identifying and eliminating criminals...before their crimes were committed. To carry out this brand of justice, the agency used three precogs – "precognitives" Dash, Arthur and Agatha – who were able to see the future. Now, in 2065, crime-solving is different, and justice leans more on sophisticated and trusted technology than on the instincts of the precogs. Precog DASH (Stark Sands, "Inside Llewyn Davis") – driven by his terrifying, but fragmented visions – now has returned in secret to help a brash, but shrewd police detective, LARA VEGA (Meagan Good, "Think Like A Man" franchise, "Californication"), attempt to stop the murders that he predicts. As they navigate this future America, they will search for Dash's missing twin brother, ARTHUR, and elude others who will stop at nothing to exploit their precog abilities. Also complicating matters is Dash and Arthur's ingenious, but reclusive, foster sister, AGATHA (Laura Regan, "Mad Men," "Unbreakable"), who just wants Dash to return home. A drama of crime and conspiracy, this is a timeless story of connection: two lost souls, Dash and Vega, who find friendship, purpose and redemption in each other.

Premiere Date: September 24th on NBCWhy We're Excited: After the original iteration of Heroes crashed hard, despite such a promising first season, rebooting series sounds like the best idea. In addition to bringing back characters from the original series, there's a whole new cast of superpowered characters to drive the story, including Chuck star Zachary Levi in a lead role. Perhaps the most exciting aspect of this "new" show is that the series only has a 13-episode order, so the show won't overstay its welcome hopefully, and won't have any hollow filler episodes just to meet a quota.Official Synopsis:

After a terrorist attack in Odessa, Texas, left the city decimated and lives in shambles, those with extraordinary abilities are in hiding after being blamed for the catastrophic event. A new world order has them being hunted by those with nefarious motives, such as Luke (Zachary Levi) and Joanne Collins (Judi Shekoni), who are out to avenge a tragic loss of their son. Meanwhile, Noah Bennet (Jack Coleman) has taken measures to put his old life behind him and start over, until he comes face to face with Quentin Frady (Henry Zebrowski), a conspiracy theorist out to uncover the truth behind the Odessa tragedy. Elsewhere, some are discovering their newfound skills. Awkward teen Tommy (Robbie Kay) just wants to be normal and win the girl of his dreams, Emily (Gatlin Green), but normalcy is virtually impossible after learning of a new ability that terrifies him. Coming from a very sheltered upbringing, a bold and ethereal teenager, Malina (Danika Yarosh), has been told she is destined for greatness. In Tokyo, a quiet and unique young woman, Miko (Kiki Sukezane), is trying to track down her missing father while hiding an extraordinary secret that will make her a force to be reckoned with. In Los Angeles, a different type of hero is emerging through former soldier Carlos (Ryan Guzman). For better or for worse, some are fated to cross paths with assorted heroes of the past and together their ultimate destiny is nothing less than saving the world and mankind.

Premiere Date: September 22nd on CBSWhy We're Excited: This is one of several TV adaptation of previously released movies, but this is the only one with direct ties to the source material. Bradley Cooper reprises his role as Edward Mora, now a senator, who influences Brian Finch (Jake McDorman), a new user of the brain-boosting drug known as NZT. Cooper won't be popping up all the time, likely only guest starring when it's sweeps time, but the idea of keeping the show in the universe of the movie's narrative is fascinating and just might make this worth watching.Official Synopsis:

LIMITLESS, based on the feature film, is a fast-paced drama about Brian Finch (Jake McDorman), who discovers the brain-boosting power of the mysterious drug NZT and is coerced by the FBI into using his extraordinary cognitive abilities to solve complex cases for them. Working closely with Brian in the major case squad in New York City is Special Agent Rebecca Harris (Jennifer Carpenter), a formidable investigator with a dark past, and Special Agent Boyle (Hill Harper), a former military officer and Rebecca's confidante. They report to Special Agent in Charge Nasreen "Naz" Pouran (Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio), a canny manipulator of the reins of power. Unbeknownst to the FBI, Brian also has a clandestine relationship with Senator Edward Mora (Academy Award nominee Bradley Cooper, recurring), a presidential hopeful and regular user of NZT who has plans of his own for his new protégé. Fueled now with a steady supply of NZT that enables him to use 100% of his brain capacity, Brian is more effective than all of the FBI agents combined, making him a criminal's worst nightmare and the greatest asset the Bureau has ever possessed. Craig Sweeny, Marc Webb, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, Heather Kadin, Bradley Cooper, Todd Phillips, Ryan Kavanaugh, Tucker Tooley and Tom Forman are executive producers for CBS Television Studios in association with K/O Paper Products and Relativity Television. The pilot was directed by Marc Webb ("The Amazing Spider-Man" 1 and 2 Feature Films).

Premiere Date: November 6th on NetflixWhy We're Excited: Even though nearly every successful stand-up comedian gets their own show playing some version of themslves, it's the caliber of the comedian that gets fans excited. And in this case, it's Parks & Recreation star Aziz Ansari leading his own show on Netflix. Ansari isn't exactly playing himself, but he is playing an actor living in New York, and that's not too far off. There's no trailer out yet, but I just have a good feeling about this one, especially with people like Claire Danes, Noah Emmerich, Colin Salmon, H. Jon Benjamin and fellow stand-up Todd Barry involved.Official Synopsis:

Based on the comedic viewpoints of Aziz Ansari, the show follows the personal and professional lives of Dev (Aziz Ansari), a 30-year-old actor in New York who has trouble deciding what he wants to eat, much less the pathway for the rest of his life. Ambitious, funny, cinematic, and both sweeping in scope and intensely personal, Dev's story takes him through subjects as diverse as the plight of the elderly, the immigrant experience, and how to find the most delicious pasta for dinner.

Premiere Date: November 20th on Amazon (pilot available now for free)Why We're Excited: The pilot left little doubt that Amazon would pick up this show, thanks to its rich depiction of an alternate history of World War II in which the Allies lost, leaving North America occupied by Germany in the east and Japan in the West. The compelling vision of this different world order was enough to convince us that the show might rise to the potential of the rich characters in Philip K. Dick's original novel, even if the pilot's versions of those characters weren't quite there yet. And we're dying to see how the series tackles the novel's particular, and at times peculiar ideas about the dissemination of revolutionary ideas.Official Synopsis:

Based on Philip K. Dick's award-winning novel, and executive produced by Ridley Scott (Blade Runner), The Man in the High Castle explores what it would be like if the Allied Powers had lost WWII, and Japan and Germany ruled the United States. Starring Rufus Sewell (John Adams), Luke Kleintank (Pretty Little Liars) and Alexa Davalos (Mob City).

Premiere Date: October 31st on StarzWhy We're Excited: Bruce Campbell is returning as Ash after decades of being away from the Evil Dead. And now that a a Deadite plague threatens to destroy all of mankind, we need the King back. Evil Dead is the film that made Bruce Campbell the cult icon he is today, and having him back in the role that started it all, especially on a cable series where the blood will be limitless, is essentially a dream come true. Plus, Lucy Lawless is getting in on the action this time? It might be time to get Starz.Official Synopsis:

"Ash vs Evil Dead" is the long-awaited follow-up to the classic horror film franchise The Evil Dead. The 10-episode first season of the half-hour series executive produced by Sam Raimi, Rob Tapert and Bruce Campbell, the original filmmakers of the franchise, and Craig DiGregorio, who will serve as executive producer and showrunner.

Campbell will be reprising his role as Ash, the stock boy, aging lothario and chainsaw-handed monster hunter who has spent the last 30 years avoiding responsibility, maturity and the terrors of the Evil Dead. When a Deadite plague threatens to destroy all of mankind, Ash is finally forced to face his demons –personal and literal. Destiny, it turns out, has no plans to release the unlikely hero from its "Evil" grip.

The cast is led by Bruce Campbell (Evil Dead, "Burn Notice") in the role of Ash Williams, Lucy Lawless ("Salem," "Spartacus") as Ruby a mysterious figure who believes Ash is the cause of the Evil outbreaks, Ray Santiago ("Touch," Meet the Fockers) as Pablo Simon Bolivar, an idealistic immigrant who becomes Ash's loyal sidekick, Dana DeLorenzo (A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas) as Kelly Maxwell, a moody wild child trying to outrun her past and Jill Marie Jones ("Sleepy Hollow") as Amanda Fisher, a disgraced Michigan State Trooper set to find our anti-hero Ash and prove his responsibility in the grisly murder of her partner.

Premiere Date: September 22nd on ABCWhy We're Excited?: It's the return of Jim Henson's beloved creations to their own series for the first time since the 90s, and this is a take on the characters that we haven't seen before. Taking a cue from The Office and Parks & Recreation, it's a mockumentary series that will give us a more intimate and (mostly) mature glimpse into the personal lives of Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear and more as they embark on making a new show for ABC. The 10-minute pitch video (above) that landed the show at ABC indicates that the spirit of The Muppets is fresh and familiar in the all the right ways.Official Synopsis:

The Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the Muppets' personal lives and relationships, both at home and at work, as well as romances, breakups, achievements, disappointments, wants and desires. This is a more adult Muppet show, for "kids" of all ages.

Bill Prady ("The Big Bang Theory") and Bob Kushell ("Anger Management") are co-writers and executive producers. Randall Einhorn ("Wilfred"), Bill Barretta, Debbie McClellan and Kyle Laughlin are also executive producers. "The Muppets" is produced by ABC Studios and The Muppets Studio.