Is Rivals coming back?

Yes — Rivals returns in 2026 on Disney+. The show resumed airing on May 15, 2026, with its second season after a hiatus following its first season, which aired entirely in 2024.

Rivals is a drama and romance series that explores the intense rivalry between two influential men in the fictional county of Rutshire during the 1980s. The series delves into their personal and professional conflicts, revealing secrets, alliances, and betrayals that involve their families, colleagues, and lovers, set against the backdrop of the competitive world of independent television in 1986.