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2025 has been a powerhouse year for television, delivering high-stakes sci-fi, intense medical dramas, and sharp social satires. Based on critical consensus and audience ratings, here are the top 10 series of the year.
1. The Pitt (Max)
A fast-paced, emotionally resonant medical procedural starring Noah Wyle. Set in modern-day Pittsburgh, it has been hailed as the “successor to ER,” balancing complex medical cases with the grueling reality of the American healthcare system.
2. Andor: Season 2 (Disney+)
Tony Gilroy’s masterpiece concludes its two-season arc, leading directly into the events of Rogue One. It remains the gold standard for prestige sci-fi, focusing on the gritty, bureaucratic, and personal sacrifices required to ignite a revolution.
3. Adolescence (Netflix)
A searing, stylistic masterclass in storytelling. This limited series follows a family’s descent into chaos after a tragic event, anchored by powerhouse performances from Stephen Graham and Ashley Walters.
4. Severance: Season 2 (Apple TV+)
The long-awaited return of the “severed” Lumon employees did not disappoint. Season 2 deepened the corporate conspiracy while maintaining the eerie, sterile atmosphere that made the first season a cult phenomenon.
5. Pluribus (Apple TV+)
A standout newcomer that explores the intersection of politics and digital identity. It has been praised for its sharp writing and a “too-real” look at how influence is manufactured in the modern age.
6. The Studio (Apple TV+)
Seth Rogen stars in and produces this biting Hollywood satire. It’s been described as Curb Your Enthusiasm meets The Player, offering a hilarious yet cynical look at the chaos behind the scenes of a legacy movie studio.
7. The Rehearsal: Season 2 (HBO)
Nathan Fielder continues to blur the lines between reality and artifice. Season 2 takes his social experiments to even more uncomfortable and profoundly human extremes, cementing Fielder as one of the most unique voices in television.
8. Dying for Sex (FX)
Based on the hit podcast, this limited series explores themes of terminal illness, sexuality, and friendship with unexpected humor and deep vulnerability. It’s a standout for its raw honesty and stellar lead performance.
9. The Lowdown (FX on Hulu)
A vibrant, character-driven series from Sterlin Harjo (Reservation Dogs). It captures a specific community vibe with a mix of mysticism and everyday struggle, featuring a top-tier ensemble cast.
10. Alien: Earth (FX on Hulu)
Noah Hawley brings the iconic franchise to Earth for the first time. It manages to honor the horror roots of the original films while expanding the lore through a sophisticated, high-budget lens.
