Beyond The Rescue Premieres on WATE in November
The half-hour series, hosted by Allyson Spellman, debuts Thursday with a look at the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Television
WATE-TV ABC Knoxville will premiere Beyond The Rescue with Allyson Spellman on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. ET. The half-hour series takes viewers behind the scenes of animal rescue organizations, beginning with the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley, Horse Haven of Tennessee, and Adopt A Golden Knoxville.
Why it matters
The series gives East Tennessee viewers a local look at animal rescue work and the organizations that serve the region. Episodes stream on WATE 6+ following the television broadcast, extending access beyond the initial airing.
The premiere date and time are fixed by the broadcast schedule, and the featured humane society has operated since 1885. The extraction does not specify how many episodes the series will air or whether additional seasons are planned.
The players
Allyson Spellman
Allyson Spellman is a three-time Telly Award winner who spent more than nine years as a national television host on JTV, whose programming reached more than 150 million homes.
Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley
The Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley is an animal welfare organization founded in 1885 that serves the Knoxville region.
The details
Created, executive produced, and hosted by Allyson Spellman through ChangeMaker Media, the series opens by spotlighting the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley in its premiere episode. Each episode combines storytelling, education, and inspiring transformations.
Timeline
1885: The Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley is founded.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 9:30 a.m. ET: Beyond The Rescue premieres on WATE-TV ABC Knoxville.
Industry Dynamics
Allyson Spellman's prior work as a national host on JTV, which reached more than 150 million homes, provides the background for a locally focused series on WATE-TV. The move from national syndication to a regional broadcaster and streaming platform reflects a broader pattern of local stations producing community-oriented programming.
Viewers can watch Beyond The Rescue when it premieres on WATE-TV ABC Knoxville at 9:30 a.m. ET on November 5, 2026. Episodes stream on WATE 6+ after the broadcast airs.
The takeaway
Local animal rescue organizations often depend on community awareness, and a regional television series can help connect residents with shelters and adoption programs. Viewers interested in supporting these groups can look for ways to volunteer, donate, or adopt.
Further reading
For more local programming, browse Television coverage on Wisevoter.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WATE 6 On Your Side.
