The 10 best TV shows of 2024

2024's Top 10 TV Series: A Year of Outstanding Television

2024 delivered a stellar lineup of television, and as the year draws to a close, it's time to celebrate the best of the best. This article highlights ten standout series that captivated audiences and critics alike.

Table of Contents

• Fallout
• House of the Dragon — Season 2
• X-Men '97
• Arcane — Season 2
• The Boys — Season 4
• Baby Reindeer
• Ripley
• Shōgun
• The Penguin
• The Bear — Season 3

Fallout

• IMDb: 8.3 Rotten Tomatoes: 94%

This critically acclaimed adaptation of the iconic video game franchise transports viewers to a desolate, post-apocalyptic California, 219 years after a nuclear holocaust. Follow Lucy, a young woman venturing from Vault 33 in search of her missing father, and Maximus, a Brotherhood of Steel soldier dedicated to restoring order amidst the chaos. A detailed review awaits on our website (link).

House of the Dragon — Season 2

• IMDb: 8.3 Rotten Tomatoes: 86%

Season two of House of the Dragon intensifies the Targaryen civil war, pitting the Greens against the Blacks in a brutal struggle for the Iron Throne. Witness the rise and fall of key characters as Rhaenyra fights to secure her claim, Jacaerys seeks Northern alliances, and Daemon conquers Harrenhal. Political machinations wreak havoc across Westeros, leaving citizens starving and villages devastated. Eight episodes of epic battles, political maneuvering, and personal tragedy await.

X-Men '97

• IMDb: 8.8 Rotten Tomatoes: 99%

This animated superhero series revives the classic 1992 X-Men, delivering ten new episodes. Following the death of Professor X, Magneto leads the team into a new era, with updated animation and a compelling storyline. Expect the conclusion of long-running conflicts, the introduction of a formidable new villain, and explorations of mutant-human relations.

Arcane — Season 2

• IMDb: 9.1 Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

Picking up where the first season left off, Arcane Season 2 plunges viewers into the aftermath of Jinx's devastating attack on Piltover. The resulting chaos pushes Piltover and Zaun to the brink of war, culminating in a satisfying conclusion to the main storyline. While this season wraps up the central narrative, the creators have hinted at future spin-offs. A detailed review is available on our website (link).

The Boys — Season 4

• IMDb: 8.8 Rotten Tomatoes: 93%

Season four of The Boys finds the world teetering on the edge of collapse. Victoria Newman's presidential ambitions, Homelander's tightening grip on power, and Butcher's dwindling lifespan create a volatile mix. A fractured team must overcome internal conflicts and external threats to prevent impending disaster. Eight episodes of intense drama and dark humor.

Baby Reindeer

• IMDb: 7.7 Rotten Tomatoes: 99%

This Netflix gem follows struggling comedian Donny Dann, whose life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Marta, a mysterious woman whose persistent and increasingly unsettling behavior blurs the lines between harmless eccentricity and obsessive harassment. A darkly comedic and psychologically gripping exploration of obsession and boundaries.

Ripley

• IMDb: 8.1 Rotten Tomatoes: 86%

Netflix's adaptation of Patricia Highsmith's novel follows Tom Ripley, a charming con man forced to flee after his schemes unravel. He finds himself entangled in a dangerous game when hired to retrieve a wealthy man's prodigal son. A stylish and suspenseful thriller exploring deception, ambition, and morality.

Shōgun

• IMDb: 8.6 Rotten Tomatoes: 99%

Set in 1600 Japan, this series intertwines the story of a captured Dutch pilot with the political turmoil gripping the country. Intrigue, power struggles, and unexpected alliances unfold amidst a backdrop of historical conflict.

The Penguin

• IMDb: 8.7 Rotten Tomatoes: 95%

This DC Comics spin-off from the 2022 Batman film chronicles Oswald Cobblepot's rise to power in Gotham's criminal underworld after the death of Carmine Falcone. A bloody power struggle ensues as Penguin battles Sofia Falcone for control.

The Bear — Season 3

• IMDb: 8.5 Rotten Tomatoes: 96%

Season three of The Bear focuses on the challenges of opening a new restaurant. Carmen Berzatto's stringent kitchen rules create friction with her staff, while budgetary concerns and a looming restaurant review threaten the establishment's future.

These ten series represent the cream of the 2024 television crop. What are your recommendations? Share your thoughts in the comments!