LOS ANGELES — Sunday, July 12, 2026, promises to be a formidable day for television enthusiasts, as a myriad of highly anticipated premieres span multiple networks and streaming platforms, offering everything from gritty crime dramas to reality television sequels.

The day's programming represents a diverse array of content, with major releases including the MGM+ crime drama "The Westies," Netflix's "Love Is Blind: UK After the Altar," and CNN's documentary "The Salisbury Poisonings: A Spy Next Door" www.tvline.com , www.denofgeek.com .

The Westies: J.K. Simmons Leads Gritty 1980s Crime Saga

At 9:00 p.m., MGM+ will debut "The Westies," a gritty crime drama set in 1980s New York City that centers on the infamous Irish gang of the same name www.tvline.com . The series features an illustrious cast led by Academy Award-winner J.K. Simmons and includes Titus Welliver in a co-starring role www.tvline.com .

Series Overview

The two-episode premiere will introduce viewers to the ruthless world of one of New York City's most violent criminal organizations. The series promises to deliver an authentic portrayal of the era's underworld, combining period-specific details with compelling character development.

Love Is Blind: UK After the Altar Returns to Netflix

Netflix will release "Love Is Blind: UK After the Altar" in a three-episode binge format, offering viewers an immediate and comprehensive look at the lives of Season 2's participants www.tvline.com . The reality series follows the squad from Season 2, along with some Season 1 favorites, as they navigate the tribulations of life away from the pods www.tvline.com .

The follow-up series will reveal divorces, new beginnings, and unfinished business, providing the dramatic content that has become synonymous with the "After the Altar" franchise www.tvline.com .

CNN Documentary Examines Salisbury Poisoning Crisis

At 8:00 p.m., CNN will premiere "The Salisbury Poisonings: A Spy Next Door," a feature-length documentary that examines the 2018 chemical weapon attack in Salisbury, England www.tvline.com . The film investigates the poisoning of former Russian intelligence officer Sergei Skripal and his daughter, Yulia, an incident that precipitated a global diplomatic crisis www.tvline.com .

Documentary Highlights

The documentary features rare, in-depth interviews with senior UK officials who led the response, including former Prime Minister Theresa May, Home Secretary Amber Rudd, and MI6 leadership www.tvline.com . The film also includes testimony from first responders, Salisbury residents, and investigative journalist Christo Grozev, whose work was previously featured in the Oscar-winning CNN Film Navalny www.tvline.com .

Streaming will be available starting July 13 on the CNN app www.tvline.com .

Additional July 12 Premieres

Beyond the major releases, July 12 features several other noteworthy programming:

  • Married at First Sight Season 20 premieres on Peacock www.tvline.com
  • Love Island USA Season 8 finale airs at 9 p.m. on Peacock www.tvline.com
  • Someone's Always Watching (Lifetime, 8 p.m.) — A thriller starring Ella Frazee as a chef who discovers audio capturing a murder playing through her loft's sound system www.tvline.com

The concurrent release of these diverse programs demonstrates the heterogeneous nature of contemporary television consumption, where audiences can choose between documentary journalism, scripted drama, and reality entertainment on the same evening.

Published: July 12, 2026

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