

PBS News Hour
PBS News Hour is a news series on PBS that premiered in 1975, with 16 seasons and 3,287 episodes to date. Its latest season ended on Aug 28, 2026, and we haven't confirmed whether it's coming back for Season 53.
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PBS News Hour Season 53
Will there be a Season 53 of PBS News Hour?
We haven't confirmed a Season 53, and no premiere date is listed. Season 52 ended on Aug 28, 2026. Seasons 1 to 50 premiered about 11 months apart — history, not a forecast. Track PBS News Hour to get an alert when there's news.
America's first and longest running hour-long nightly news broadcast known for its in-depth coverage of issues and current events.
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Seasons & Episodes16 seasons · 3287 episodes
About PBS News Hour
PBS News Hour is a news series on PBS. The show first aired on Oct 20, 1975 and currently has 16 seasons and 3,287 episodes. PBS News Hour's latest season ended on Aug 28, 2026. We haven't confirmed whether it's coming back for Season 53. It has a rating of 5.7/10 based on 52 votes. The cast includes Amna Nawaz, Geoff Bennett, Liz Landers, Nick Schifrin, Ali Rogin. Created by Jim Lehrer and Robert MacNeil.
PBS News Hour FAQ
How many seasons does PBS News Hour have?
PBS News Hour has 16 seasons and 3,287 episodes.
Is PBS News Hour renewed or canceled?
PBS News Hour's latest season ended on Aug 28, 2026. We haven't confirmed whether it's coming back for Season 53.
Where can I watch PBS News Hour?
PBS News Hour is available on PBS.
Will there be a Season 53 of PBS News Hour?
We haven't confirmed a Season 53, and no premiere date is listed. Season 52 ended on Aug 28, 2026. Seasons 1 to 50 premiered about 11 months apart — history, not a forecast. Track PBS News Hour to get an alert when there's news.









