Unexpected: Your First Look at the Brand-New Season

Here's what you can expect from the brand-new season of Unexpected. Tune in for the premiere on Monday, February 16 at 9/8c!

January 14, 2026

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UNEXPECTED returns, following eight teens who are navigating pregnancy, parenthood, and the realities that come far sooner than expected. Their stories capture the emotional highs and lows, financial pressures, and evolving family dynamics, all while these young soon-to-be parents work to figure out their new normal amid the chaos unfolding around them. The new season of UNEXPECTED premieres Monday, February 16 at 9/8c.

This season brings together a mix of new teens, ages 13 to 18, and returning families, offering an unfiltered look at the moments that shape their journeys. From baby showers and births to unexpectedly difficult decisions, grandparents step in, opinions collide, and tensions rise as everyone pushes for what they believe is best for the baby.

Take a sneak peek at the new season of Unexpected below!

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