5. The Big Bang Theory (2007-)
The Big Bang Theory is at fifth place for its sheer existence. Running since 2007, this series is a hilarious comedy about science geeks noticing, for the first time, women. It is a brilliant series, and makes you laugh out loud on an average of once per minute.
The series isn't just good for its comedy. It also features some great characterization, especially for Leonard, Penny and, in later series, Howard. This series also features strangely gripping cliffhangers, such as the death of Howard's mother and Leonard popping the question to Penny. Overall, this series is probably the best comedy series ever made.
4. Agent Carter (2015-)
Agent Carter, a Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) original series, is a brilliant addition to Marvel's run of films and TV. A sequel of sorts to 2011's Captain America: The First Avenger, the series has run for one season and 8 episodes so far. The series is brilliant, with some brilliant villains, stories and characters.
The series also expands on a time not well documented in the comics, the time after World War II, but before the 1960s. Hayley Atwell dominates all her scenes, with James D'Arcy also becoming one of the best MCU characters. Overall, this series is one of the best creations by Marvel Studios.
3. Primeval (2007-2011)/Primeval: New World (2012-2013)
Primeval is one of the best TV series ever made. A series about dinosaurs rampaging around in present day, the series features some brilliant characters, stories and arcs. Its first three series were massively successful, the third series reaching to levels of brilliance never seen before. However, its fourth and fifth series let it down, leading it to its cancellation and selling to CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation). However, this move led to an even better series: Primeval: New World.
Primeval: New World is a brilliant series featuring some amazing CGI, even better characterization and an overall gripping arc. However, it was watched by such a small amount of people that the series was cancelled after one season. Overall, however, almost all the seasons of this brilliant series are absolutely stunning.
2. The Flash (2014-)
The Flash has run for one season so far, and that season was amazing. The series has been an absolute joy to watch, and has flown over the head of my (reasonably low) expectations for the series. Having a rocky start, the series then picked up with the seventh episode, and part 2 of the series saw some of the best things on TV...ever.
The season is confirmed for a Season 2, starting in just a few weeks, which will continue directly from the first season's cliffhanger. Hopefully, the next season will be just as good as its predecessor. Overall, this series is a massive success in my books, and is much better than its sister series: Arrow.
Honorable Mentions
Before I unveil my top picks, here are some honorable mentions:
- Friends-a hilarious, laugh-out loud comedy series about the everyday lives of a group of friends. (1994-2004)
- The Sarah Jane Adventures-a kids' show, spun-off from Doctor Who and nearly as good. (2007-2011)
- Arrow-a series based on DC Superhero Green Arrow.(2012-)
- Death in Paradise-A hilarious comedy about an English detective forced to work in the Caribbean. (2011-)
- Merlin-A massively successful series about a young Merlin working out who he is. (2008-2012)
- Young Justice-A brilliant, animated adaption of the Young Justice comics. (2010-)
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars-The series that saved the Prequel trilogy (2008-2014)
- Sherlock-The brilliant series based on the books. (2010-)
1. Doctor Who (1963-)
Doctor Who is by far the best TV series ever made. Having run for over 50 years, this series has been consistently brilliant, and is probably the most imaginative thing ever made. Its idea of regeneration, a ship that can travel in time and space, and a hero with two hearts, this series is the one of the biggest English icons.
The series has also created some of the scariest and best monsters ever, including Daleks, Cybermen, Sontarans, Weeping Angels, Silence and countless others. The series also has some of the best actors ever: David Tennant, Peter Capaldi, Jenna-Louise Coleman, Michelle Gomez, Alex Kingston; and some of the best writers: Steven Moffat, Mark Gatiss, Russell T Davies, Jamie Mathieson.
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