My 23 Favorite Shows

by Sydneybristow8 | created - 21 Oct 2011 | updated - 04 Jul 2013 | Public

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1. Lost (2004–2010)

TV-14 | 5,445 min | Adventure, Drama, Fantasy

The survivors of a plane crash are forced to work together in order to survive on a seemingly deserted tropical island.

Stars: Jorge Garcia, Josh Holloway, Yunjin Kim, Evangeline Lilly

Votes: 595,173

I watched this from the very beginning- never missed an episode. My favorite characters were Ben, Sawyer, Locke & Charlie. I miss it! I've got all the DVD's though to watch over and over again.

2. The Walking Dead (2010–2022)

TV-MA | 45 min | Drama, Horror, Thriller

Sheriff Deputy Rick Grimes wakes up from a coma to learn the world is in ruins and must lead a group of survivors to stay alive.

Stars: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Lauren Cohan

Votes: 1,081,898

I finally got a zombie show! This has everything I ever wanted in a show. After reading the First Compendium of the comic I can't wait to see how AMC pulls off what is in the future. I don't want it to be excatly like the comic so I'm not a stickler for that. I LOVE the addition of characters not in the comic; such as Daryl Dixon. Holy Hell- I'd wish for a zombie apocalypse if Daryl was included on my side. :P <3

3. American Horror Story (2011– )

TV-MA | 60 min | Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi

An anthology series centering on different characters and locations, showcasing different aspects of horror.

Stars: Lady Gaga, Kathy Bates, Angela Bassett, Sarah Paulson

Votes: 343,632

I loved every sick, twisted, sexy, disturbed thing that happened at the "murder house"! Tate is my favorite character. I can't wait for season 2!

4. Seinfeld (1989–1998)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy

The continuing misadventures of neurotic New York City stand-up comedian Jerry Seinfeld and his equally neurotic New York City friends.

Stars: Jerry Seinfeld, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Richards, Jason Alexander

Votes: 351,464

I've seen every episode seriously, probably over 20+ times each. I watched from the start and still watch all the repeats. It never gets old to me. I even know most all the dialogue from every ep.

5. Alias (2001–2006)

TV-14 | 42 min | Action, Drama, Mystery

Sydney Bristow is an international spy recruited out of college, trained for espionage and self-defense.

Stars: Jennifer Garner, Ron Rifkin, Carl Lumbly, Kevin Weisman

Votes: 54,749

Sydney Bristow is one of the most kick-ass females ever to be on television. Michael Vaughn was adorable and it was really well-written. The first 3 seasons were superb; the other 2 not so much, but I never gave up on it. My favorite episodes were The Pilot, Phase One, & Through the Looking Glass.

6. Dexter (2006–2013)

TV-MA | 60 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

He's smart. He's lovable. He's Dexter Morgan, America's favorite serial killer, who spends his days solving crimes and nights committing them.

Stars: Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter, David Zayas, James Remar

Votes: 766,194

I am in love with Dexter Morgan! He's super sexy and a great complex "hero" in that he kills the bad guys but is kind of one himself. He's flawed but that doesn't bother me. I've only watched seasons 1 & 2 so far. I own seasons 3 & 4 but haven't had time to watch them yet but I can't wait to! I want to cozy up and have a Dex-marathon.

7. My So-Called Life (1994–1995)

TV-14 | 912 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

A 15-year-old girl and her trials and tribulations of being a teenager and dealing with friends, guys, parents, and school.

Stars: Bess Armstrong, Wilson Cruz, Claire Danes, Devon Gummersall

Votes: 21,974

I own this on DVD as well. It was such a wonderful show for me personally. I watched it from the start when it originally ran on ABC. It really showed the most accurate portrayal of High School life in my opinion. Especially as a girl- a lot of it rang true to me. It's like a time capsule of my youth and means a great deal to me.

8. The Office (2005–2013)

TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy

A mockumentary on a group of typical office workers, where the workday consists of ego clashes, inappropriate behavior, and tedium.

Stars: Steve Carell, Jenna Fischer, John Krasinski, Rainn Wilson

Votes: 711,431

I really miss Michael Scott, Dunder Mifflin isn't the same without him. I'm hoping the show can keep it up without him decently enough. I also adore Jim Halpert. I especially love episodes where we see Dwight and Mose at home on their beet farm. Those scenes crack me up!

9. Rocko's Modern Life (1993–1996)

TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Comedy, Family

The wacky misadventures of an Australian wallaby and his friends as he finishes his transition to American life.

Stars: Carlos Alazraqui, Tom Kenny, Charlie Adler, Mr. Lawrence

Votes: 21,595

This show was so ahead of its time. I also watched this when it originally aired. The stuff they got away with that went over kids heads was so funny. Looking back at eps. now it's even more hysterical seeing everything that escaped my eye back then. Rocko was a cheeky little monkey! It was a "hoot"! ;)

10. The Twilight Zone (1959–1964)

TV-PG | 51 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror

Ordinary people find themselves in extraordinarily astounding situations, which they each try to solve in a remarkable manner.

Stars: Rod Serling, Robert McCord, Jay Overholts, James Turley

Votes: 93,144

I haven't seen every episode but the ones I have, I feel were wonderfully written and acted. The stories were extremely ahead of their time.

11. The Big Bang Theory (2007–2019)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Romance

A woman who moves into an apartment across the hall from two brilliant but socially awkward physicists shows them how little they know about life outside of the laboratory.

Stars: Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg

Votes: 867,851

This show makes me laugh.

12. Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–2024)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy

Larry David stars as an over-the-top version of himself in this comedy series that shows how seemingly trivial details of day-to-day life can precipitate a catastrophic chain of events.

Stars: Larry David, Cheryl Hines, Jeff Garlin, Susie Essman

Votes: 147,383

13. Ghost Adventures (2008– )

TV-PG | 45 min | Documentary, History, Reality-TV

Zak Bagans, Aaron Goodwin, Billy Tolley, and Jay Wasley investigate the scariest, most notorious, haunted places in the world.

Stars: Zak Bagans, Aaron Goodwin, Billy Tolley, Jay Wasley

Votes: 10,312

I love the places they visit. The way the show is filmed shows much better results than say, Ghost Hunters (which is a huge snore at how they show their "evidence" at the end of the show)- while GA shows their evidence as it's captured. Zak, Nick & Aaron are a great trio. You have a dude, a sensitive sweet guy & a fun goofball all bringing something needed into the mix. I've watched every ep. It's the best ghost show there is.

14. The Soup (2004–2020)

TV-14 | 25 min | Comedy

From the hottest new series to the latest OMG reality TV moments, catch up on everything you missed through the lens of a sharp and hilarious commentary.

Stars: Joel McHale, Kelly Levy, Anndi McAfee, Lou the Chihuahua

Votes: 6,047

Joel McHale picking apart the funniest moments from tv and reality shows of the week is a great end to my Fridays. You get to catch up on all the silly, weirdos on reality tv and have some fun laughs.

15. Parks and Recreation (2009–2015)

TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy

The absurd antics of an Indiana town's public officials as they pursue sundry projects to make their city a better place.

Stars: Amy Poehler, Jim O'Heir, Nick Offerman, Chris Pratt

Votes: 287,991

16. Summer Heights High (2007)

TV-MA | 28 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

The life of a public school epitomized by disobedient student Jonah Takalua, self-absorbed private school exchange student Ja'mie King, and megalomaniac drama teacher Mr. G.

Stars: Chris Lilley, Asolima Tauati, Iro Utaifeau, Zach Fa'atoe

Votes: 15,098

This Australian gem of a show should not be missed. Chris Lilly is a true comedy genius. Please watch this if you have never seen it. You won't be disappointed if you have a sense of humour.

17. Angel (1999–2004)

TV-14 | 44 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy

The vampire Angel, cursed with a soul, moves to Los Angeles and aids people with supernatural-related problems while questing for his own redemption.

Stars: David Boreanaz, Charisma Carpenter, Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards

Votes: 75,767

Angel had a lot of silly moments and later seasons got a little more than goofy but the first few seasons were great IMO. I felt it was more serious than Buffy but had its own wink and nod and in-jokes that made it have a very fun feel. The monsters/baddies were always interesting to me. Angel as a character went through so much. I really liked Doyle and Cordelia too. Lorne & Darla too.

18. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997–2003)

TV-14 | 44 min | Action, Drama, Fantasy

A young woman, destined to slay vampires, demons and other infernal creatures, deals with her life fighting evil, with the help of her friends.

Stars: Sarah Michelle Gellar, Nicholas Brendon, Alyson Hannigan, Anthony Head

Votes: 159,721

Buffy had a lot of great moments. I could do without a lot of the later seasons when stuff got a little more than whacky. The 1st season was really solid- maybe my fave. It had great characters. Buffy, Angel, Faith, Spike & Darla stand out a lot for me. Some of the characters major changes thoughout the series I found to be a bit convuluted but that's ok. The Hellmouth can be major afterall.

19. Fringe (2008–2013)

TV-14 | 46 min | Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi

An F.B.I. agent is forced to work with an institutionalized scientist and his son in order to rationalize a brewing storm of unexplained phenomena.

Stars: Anna Torv, Joshua Jackson, John Noble, Jasika Nicole

Votes: 257,487

I have only seen season 1 when it originally aired. I got the DVD too. Peter is my favorite. I need to catch up with getting the other DVD's of the newer seasons. I really like the show. To me, it's what The X-Files should have been more like.

20. Hell's Kitchen (2005– )

TV-G | 42 min | Game-Show, Reality-TV

World renowned chef Gordon Ramsay puts aspiring young chefs through rigorous cooking challenges and dinner services at his restaurant in Hollywood, "Hell's Kitchen".

Stars: Gordon Ramsay, Jean Philippe Susilovic, Scott Leibfried, Jason Thompson

Votes: 22,807

21. Dawson's Creek (1998–2003)

TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Romance

Two childhood best friends, Dawson and Joey, go through different stages of adolescence together. Their friendship is later tested when they both start a relationship with different people.

Stars: James Van Der Beek, Katie Holmes, Michelle Williams, Joshua Jackson

Votes: 44,653

Don't laugh at this choice. Dawson's Creek was a great show to me in the earlier seasons. I saw myself in Joey Potter & always loved Pacey Witter. Dawson as far as I'm concerned, was a huge whiner.

I also loved the show Felicity. I think it portrayed college life accurately. It was very much like My So-Called Life but instead of High School, it was college. J.J. Abrams is a visionary for creating great shows and characters.

Ooh, and I'd like to add Roswell to my list of shows too. :P Great stories there. I sure miss the old WB/CW.

22. Bates Motel (2013–2017)

TV-MA | 45 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery

A contemporary prequel to Psycho, giving a portrayal of how Norman Bates' psyche unravels through his teenage years, and how deeply intricate his relationship with his mother, Norma, truly is.

Stars: Vera Farmiga, Freddie Highmore, Max Thieriot, Nicola Peltz Beckham

Votes: 116,978

23. Hannibal (2013–2015)

TV-MA | 45 min | Crime, Drama, Horror

Explores the early relationship between renowned psychiatrist Hannibal Lecter and a young FBI criminal profiler who is haunted by his ability to empathize with serial killers.

Stars: Hugh Dancy, Mads Mikkelsen, Caroline Dhavernas, Laurence Fishburne

Votes: 276,588



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