The supernatural suspense series 'SPEC' is included in a 47-title TBS drama catalog drop on Prime Video in July 2026.
Prime Video announced on June 27, 2026, that it would add 47 TBS drama series to its streaming lineup starting July 1. The catalog includes the supernatural suspense series 'SPEC', alongside other titles such as the medical time-travel drama 'JIN -仁-', the school drama 'Dragon Zakura' (both 2005 and 2021 versions), and the con-artist thriller 'Kurosagi' (both 2006 and 2022 versions). The addition marks one of the largest single-studio catalog drops on Prime Video, giving subscribers access to multiple long-running franchise entries at once.
No further details about 'SPEC' were provided in the announcement. The series is one of several TBS dramas made available in the July 2026 lineup, but no new episodes, seasons, or related projects were announced. The catalog drop does not include any production updates or new content for the franchise.
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