Things to look forward to in 2016 - TV

With the post Holidays/post Star Wars blues in full swing, it's time to look ahead to 2016 - which is shaping up to be a mega-year for all things geek. In part one, we look to new and seasonally returning television shows to watch out for.

Sherlock: The Abominable Bride

New Year's Day. 'nuff said.

The X-Files

The six episode mini-series revivial of one of the all time greats starts Sunday, January 24!
If you are into spoilers, EW has a 21-minute sneak preview here.

DC's Legends of Tomorrow

This 16-episode series is a spin-off of the fantastic CW Arrow and Flash franchises. Premieres January 21st!

The Shannara Chronicles

MTV tries its hand at a fantasy series that might be a bit more family-friendly than GoT. If the trailers are any indication, this could be GOOD. Premieres January 5th.

The Magicians

Syfy ran a sneaky preview of the first episode a week ago, which I've seen and I have to say it is really quite good and visually stunning. I've read the books, but any fan of Magic should give this one a chance. (Not for younger viewers.) Premieres officially on January 25th.

Marvel's Agent Carter

January 19th will bring us season 2 of our favorite vintage kick-ass lady spy, Peggy Carter as she takes on nefarious villains in Hollywood.

Honorable Mentions

Game of Thrones returns for season 6 on HBO on April 24, 2016.

​Also, Netflix should have Daredevil Season 2, Luke Cage and season 2 of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt sometime in 2016 - we'll keep you posted when dates are released.

UPDATE: Netflix announced season 2 of Daredevil will be released for your bingeing pleasure on March 25th!

And, of course, Orphan Black season 4 coming this spring!