HGTV Orders More ‘House Hunters,’ New ‘Property Brothers’ Spinoff

HGTV, a prominent destination for home renovation and real estate enthusiasts, has made significant announcements regarding its programming slate, confirming the enduring popularity of its flagship shows while also venturing into new formats. The network has committed to a substantial expansion of its “House Hunters” franchise, adding hundreds of new episodes, and has greenlit an exciting new spinoff for its popular “Property Brothers” duo, Drew and Jonathan Scott.

These strategic moves highlight HGTV’s dedication to delivering content that resonates with its loyal audience, blending established fan favorites with fresh concepts designed to capture new viewers. The decision reflects a strong performance from existing shows and a forward-looking approach to maintain its position in the competitive entertainment landscape.

‘House Hunters’ Receives Massive 400-Episode Renewal

In a testament to its consistent appeal, HGTV has ordered 400 additional episodes of its long-running series, “House Hunters,” and its international counterpart, “House Hunters International.” This substantial renewal ensures that viewers will have original content from the franchise through 2026, further solidifying its status as an HGTV cornerstone.

Since its debut in October 1999, “House Hunters” has become a cultural phenomenon, amassing over 2,400 episodes. The series, alongside “House Hunters International,” continues to draw a significant audience, attracting more than 13 million primetime viewers each month.

The core appeal of “House Hunters” remains its signature interactive viewing experience. Each episode invites viewers to accompany prospective homebuyers as they explore three different properties, evaluating layouts, furnishings, and overall suitability, ultimately attempting to predict the home the buyers will choose. This format fosters engagement and allows audiences to vicariously experience the home-buying journey. “House Hunters” is produced by Pie Town Productions, while “House Hunters International” is produced by Leopard USA.

New ‘Property Brothers’ Spinoff: ‘Property Brothers: Under Pressure’

Further expanding one of its most successful franchises, HGTV has announced a new series starring Drew and Jonathan Scott, titled “Property Brothers: Under Pressure” (working title). The network has ordered 14 episodes of this new spinoff, produced under the Scott Brothers Entertainment banner.

The premise of “Property Brothers: Under Pressure” focuses on the twin brothers assisting wary buyers who are facing significant commitment issues during the home purchase process. The show aims to guide clients through the complexities and emotional highs and lows of buying a home, especially in highly competitive markets. This includes navigating sticker shock, reconciling personal wish lists with practical limitations, and making tough compromises. Following the purchase, Drew and Jonathan will incorporate their signature stunning, smart, and functional design solutions into renovations, helping clients achieve their dream homes.

This new iteration promises to delve deeper into the psychological aspects of home buying, offering viewers insights into the challenges and decision-making processes involved, all while delivering the aspirational renovation content the Scott Brothers are known for.

Additional New Series and Network Strategy

Beyond the major renewals and spinoffs, HGTV has also greenlit several other new series, demonstrating a broader strategy to diversify its content while retaining its core focus on home and real estate. These new additions contribute to a total of 50 episodes picked up across various series.

• ‘Botched Homes’: An eight-episode, one-hour series slated to premiere in 2026. This show will feature contractor Charlie Kawas, who moved from New York City to Florida, as he tackles and rectifies “jaw-dropping, head-scratching failed renovations,” aiming to fix what others got horribly wrong.
• ‘Neighborhood Watch’: This series, consisting of 16 half-hour episodes and also coming in 2026, will showcase “raw, unfiltered and sometimes shocking footage straight from security cameras, smart doorbells, nanny cams and baby monitors across America.”
• ‘World’s Bargain Dream Homes’: With a 12-episode order, this series will follow individuals who purchase “the world’s most affordable properties that also happen to be stunning, turnkey and in desirable locations around the globe,” often highlighting incredible cost-saving incentives.

Howard Lee, Chief Creative Officer, US Networks, at HGTV and Warner Bros. Discovery, emphasized the network’s balanced approach: “With this programming order, HGTV is delivering more of our tried-and-true formats that drive consistent ratings for the network, while also featuring new talent and concepts to engage our devoted fans and attract different audiences.”

These new shows will join a robust fall 2025 slate that includes returning favorites such as “My Lottery Dream Home,” “Fixer to Fabulous,” and “Help! I Wrecked My House,” along with new episodes of “100 Day Dream Home” and “Sin City Rehab.”

Conclusion

HGTV’s latest programming announcements underscore a clear strategy: to lean into the proven success of its most beloved franchises while simultaneously innovating with fresh, engaging content. The massive renewal of “House Hunters” reaffirms its irreplaceable role in the network’s lineup, ensuring years of its characteristic home-searching escapism. Meanwhile, “Property Brothers: Under Pressure” promises a new dimension to the Scott brothers’ brand, addressing the often-stressful realities of home buying and renovation. Coupled with a diverse slate of new series, HGTV is well-positioned to continue captivating its dedicated audience and attracting new viewers to the world of home and real estate entertainment.