· Roman Kovac · Entertainment · 4 min read
The Best TV Shows of All Time
A curated list of the best TV shows, spanning different genres and eras. From thrillers to sci-fi, there's something for everyone.
Supernatural (2005) – 83%
When they were boys, Sam and Dean Winchester lost their mother to a mysterious and demonic supernatural force. Their father raised them to be soldiers, teaching them about the paranormal evils lurking in the dark corners and back roads of America. Now, the Winchester brothers travel the country in their ‘67 Chevy Impala, battling every kind of supernatural threat they encounter.
Mr. Robot (2015) – 85%
Elliot, a young programmer, suffers from debilitating anti-social disorder. He finds he can only connect to people by hacking them. As a cybersecurity specialist by day and a vigilante hacker by night, he gets caught in a conspiracy to take down corporate America.
Dark (2017) – 86%
A missing child leads to a mystery that spans across time and reveals the hidden secrets of four families in a small German town. This mind-bending thriller explores the interconnectedness of time travel, fate, and family ties.
Better Call Saul (2015) – 87%
Set six years before the events of Breaking Bad, the show follows small-time lawyer Jimmy McGill as he transforms into the morally dubious Saul Goodman. This legal drama navigates the fine line between good and evil.
Orphan Black (2013) – 83%
A streetwise hustler witnesses the suicide of a woman who looks exactly like her. She stumbles upon a conspiracy involving human cloning, propelling her into a dangerous world of secret organizations and genetic experiments.
Twin Peaks (1990) – 85%
The body of Laura Palmer is found on a beach near the small town of Twin Peaks. FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper investigates her mysterious death, uncovering a web of secrets that leads him into the darker parts of the town.
Stranger Things (2016) – 85%
When a young boy vanishes, his friends, family, and the local police are drawn into a mysterious world of supernatural occurrences, secret government experiments, and a strange young girl with telekinetic powers.
Money Heist (2017) – 82%
A criminal mastermind known as “The Professor” recruits eight thieves to pull off an ambitious heist on Spain’s Royal Mint. The story follows the intense and emotional journey of the heist team and their hostages as the situation spirals out of control.
The Wire (2002) – 92%
This gritty drama chronicles life in Baltimore from multiple perspectives, including the drug dealers, law enforcement, the education system, and the media. The show delves deep into the social and political landscape of a city struggling with institutional decay.
Breaking Bad (2008) – 92%
Walter White, a high school chemistry teacher diagnosed with terminal cancer, turns to manufacturing and selling methamphetamine to secure his family’s future. What follows is a descent into the criminal underworld, transforming him from a mild-mannered man into the ruthless drug kingpin, Heisenberg.
Chernobyl (2019) – 91%
This historical drama retells the events of the catastrophic nuclear disaster at Chernobyl in 1986. It highlights the human errors and governmental failures that led to the tragedy, as well as the heroic efforts of those who worked to mitigate the damage.
Black Mirror (2011) – 85%
Each episode of Black Mirror offers a standalone narrative that explores the darker side of modern technology and its potential consequences on humanity. From dystopian futures to eerie present-day scenarios, the show presents thought-provoking and unsettling tales.
Squid Game (2021) – 78%
Hundreds of cash-strapped contestants accept an invitation to compete in children’s games with deadly consequences. In this high-stakes survival thriller, the winner takes home a life-changing prize, while the losers face elimination—literally.
When They See Us (2019) – 86%
This harrowing miniseries recounts the true story of five young men from Harlem, wrongly convicted of a brutal crime in 1989. The show examines the flaws in the criminal justice system and the lasting effects of wrongful imprisonment on the lives of the men involved.
Shameless (2011) – 85%
Centered around the dysfunctional Gallagher family in Chicago, this dark comedy-drama explores the chaotic and often humorous struggles of poverty, addiction, and survival. With their unreliable father, Frank, constantly scheming, the siblings must learn to fend for themselves.
Locke & Key (2020) – 74%
After the tragic death of their father, three siblings move into their ancestral home, Keyhouse, where they discover magical keys that unlock powers and secrets, while a mysterious entity seeks to capture them.
Ozark (2017) – 83%
A financial planner relocates his family to the Ozarks after a money-laundering scheme goes wrong. As he becomes entangled with dangerous criminals, his family must navigate the treacherous waters of survival.
Castle Rock (2018) – 73%
Set in the Stephen King multiverse, this psychological horror series explores the eerie happenings in the fictional town of Castle Rock, delving into the characters and settings from King’s iconic works.
Each of these series offers thrilling plots, complex characters, and captivating narratives. Perfect for your next binge-watching session!