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1. The Good Place: Live Panel Discussion (2020 TV Short)

TV-PG | 12 min | Short, Talk-Show

Following the airing of the final scripted episode, Seth Meyers hosts a live Q and A with the primary cast of The Good Place (2016). The cast talks about their feelings on the end of the ... See full summary »

Directors: Michael Schur, Alexander J. Vietmeier | Stars: Seth Meyers, D'Arcy Carden, Manny Jacinto, William Jackson Harper

Votes: 1,669

2. The Good Place (2016–2020)
Episode: Whenever You're Ready (2020)

TV-PG | 53 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Michael works with the Joint Council of Afterlife Affairs to smooth out kinks in the system. Jason and Tahani move on. Eleanor tries to influence Chidi.

Director: Michael Schur | Stars: Kristen Bell, William Jackson Harper, Jameela Jamil, D'Arcy Carden

Votes: 6,449

3. Fargo (2014–2024)
Episode: Loplop (2015)

TV-MA | 63 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

Ed and Peggy hold Dodd hostage in a secluded cabin and try to strike up a deal with the Gerhardts, while Hanzee attempts to hunt them down.

Director: Keith Gordon | Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Ted Danson

Votes: 10,013

4. Fargo (2014–2024)
Episode: The Castle (2015)

TV-MA | 50 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

In an attempt to stop the Kansas City mob, the police decide to use Ed and Peggy as bait. Hanzee betrays the Gerhardts and takes revenge.

Director: Adam Arkin | Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart

Votes: 10,147

5. Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend (2018 Podcast Series)

Comedy, Talk-Show

A weekly opportunity for Conan O'Brien to hang out with the people he enjoys most.

Stars: Conan O'Brien, Matt Gourley, Sona Movsesian, Dana Carvey

Votes: 234

6. Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–2024)
Episode: No Lessons Learned (2024)

TV-MA | 53 min | Comedy

Larry returns to Atlanta, where he gets involved in Richard's love life and reveals a secret about Cheryl.

Director: Jeff Schaffer | Stars: Larry David, Jeff Garlin, Susie Essman, Cheryl Hines

Votes: 2,329

7. The Good Place (2016–2020)
Episode: Michael's Gambit (2017)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Shawn has decided that Fake Eleanor, Chidi, Jason and Tahani must decide among themselves in thirty minutes which two of them should go to The Bad Place. Chaos and confusion ensues.

Director: Michael Schur | Stars: Kristen Bell, William Jackson Harper, Jameela Jamil, D'Arcy Carden

Votes: 5,644

8. Mad TV (1995–2016)
Episode: Episode #5.9 (1999)

TV-14 | Comedy

Show Open: Lida & Melina - Melina (Debra Wilson) & Lida (Nicole Sullivan) disrupt the live audience taping as they fawn over Michael McDonald on stage

G Thang - a gay rapper comes out a talk... See full synopsis »

Director: Bruce Leddy | Stars: Alex Borstein, Mo Collins, Michael Apted, Keely Shaye Brosnan

Votes: 37

9. Fargo (2014–2024)
Episode: Rhinoceros (2015)

TV-MA | 46 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

With Ed and Charlie in custody, the Gerhardts arrive at the police station, forcing Lou and Hank to try and prevent any more bloodshed.

Director: Jeffrey Reiner | Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart

Votes: 8,431

10. Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode: One for the Road (1993)

TV-PG | 70 min | Comedy, Drama

Woody embarks on his new life as City Councilman. Norm embarks on his new life as civil servant as Woody pulled some strings to get him an accounting job at City Hall. And Rebecca and Sam ... See full summary »

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Kirstie Alley, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger

Votes: 1,003

11. The Orville (2017–2022)
Episode: Domino (2022)

TV-14 | 78 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

The creation of a powerful weapon puts the crew - and the entire Union - in a political and ethical dilemma.

Director: Jon Cassar | Stars: Seth MacFarlane, Adrianne Palicki, Penny Johnson Jerald, Scott Grimes

Votes: 3,837

12. Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–2024)
Episode: Denise Handicap (2009)

TV-MA | 28 min | Comedy

Larry embraces the upside of disability when he courts a handicap woman to take to a recital at a friend's house, but she doesn't return the favor when Suzie throws Larry's cell phone in the ocean and Larry loses her number in the process.

Director: David Mandel | Stars: Larry David, Jeff Garlin, Cheryl Hines, Susie Essman

Votes: 2,254

13. Fargo (2014–2024)
Episode: The Gift of the Magi (2015)

TV-MA | 54 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

Floyd takes action and Charlie tries to prove himself; Peggy and Ed disagree about what to do next; Lou finds himself sidelined during Ronald Reagan's campaign tour.

Director: Jeffrey Reiner | Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart

Votes: 8,040

14. Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–2024)
Episode: Happy New Year (2020)

TV-MA | 38 min | Comedy

Larry kicks off the new year with new rival Mocha Joe; at a cocktail party hosted by Jeff and Susie, Larry gets roped into lunch plans and has a misunderstanding with a caterer.

Director: Jeff Schaffer | Stars: Larry David, Jeff Garlin, Cheryl Hines, Susie Essman

Votes: 2,790

15. Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard (2018 Podcast Series)

Talk-Show

Dax Shepard explores what it means to be human through in-depth, vulnerable, and comical discussions with friends, colleagues, and experts in various fields, celebrating life's challenges in the pursuit of growth and betterment.

Stars: Dax Shepard, Monica Padman, David Farrier, Kristen Bell

Votes: 198

16. The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005–2015)
Episode: Episode #2.51 (2005)

TV-14 | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

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Director: Brian McAloon | Stars: Craig Ferguson, Kristen Bell, Ted Danson, Matthew Fulchiron

Votes: 215

17. Laverne & Shirley (1976–1983)
Episode: Why Did the Fireman... (1980)

TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family

Laverne is in deep denial when she learns that her boyfriend, a firefighter with the Milwaukee Fire Department, is killed fighting an apartment blaze.

Director: Joel Zwick | Stars: Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, Betty Garrett, David L. Lander

Votes: 119

18. The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005–2015)
Episode: Final Show (2014)

TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

Craig concludes his late night series with guest Jay Leno.

Stars: Craig Ferguson, Jay Leno, Drew Carey, Marion Cotillard

Votes: 91

19. The Good Place (2016–2020)
Episode: Janet(s) (2018)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

With Janet's help, Michael hatches a plan.

Director: Morgan Sackett | Stars: Kristen Bell, William Jackson Harper, Jameela Jamil, D'Arcy Carden

Votes: 3,429

20. Fargo (2014–2024)

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

Various chronicles of deception, intrigue, and murder in and around frozen Minnesota. All of these tales mysteriously lead back one way or another to Fargo, North Dakota.

Stars: Billy Bob Thornton, Martin Freeman, Allison Tolman, Colin Hanks

Votes: 422,293

21. The 35th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1983 TV Special)

Primetime Emmy Award is the main American award in area of television, annually handed by the American television academy.

Director: Steve Binder | Stars: Joan Rivers, Eddie Murphy, Alan Alda, Debbie Allen

Votes: 104

22. The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005–2015)
Episode: Ted Danson/Elizabeth Tulloch (2011)

TV-14 | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

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Director: Brian McAloon | Stars: Craig Ferguson, Ted Danson, Matthew Kugler, Shadoe Stevens

Votes: 62

23. The Good Place (2016–2020)
Episode: Somewhere Else (2018)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Michael makes a plea; Eleanor looks to take the high road; Michael tries to pull a rabbit out of a hat.

Director: Michael Schur | Stars: Kristen Bell, William Jackson Harper, Jameela Jamil, D'Arcy Carden

Votes: 3,302

24. 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: 147,645

25. Electric Playground (1997– )

TV-PG | Documentary, News

A show specializing in video game news and reviews.

Stars: Scott C. Jones, Victor Lucas, Jose Sanchez, Shaun Hatton

Votes: 139

26. Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode: Dinner at Eight-ish (1987)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Frasier and Lilith announce that they are moving in together and as the instigators of the relationship, they invite Sam and Diane over as their first dinner guests. Just prior to Sam and ... See full summary »

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger

Votes: 846

27. The Orville (2017–2022)
Episode: Twice in a Lifetime (2022)

TV-14 | 67 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

The crew must rescue Gordon from a distant yet familiar world.

Director: Jon Cassar | Stars: Seth MacFarlane, Adrianne Palicki, Penny Johnson Jerald, Scott Grimes

Votes: 3,615

28. CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000–2015)
Episode: Willows in the Wind (2012)

TV-14 | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

Catherine goes into hiding with D.B. after Mark Gabriel's hitmen try to kill her, but they soon come to the realization that Gabriel himself may not be calling the shots.

Director: Alec Smight | Stars: Ted Danson, Marg Helgenberger, George Eads, Jorja Fox

Votes: 833

29. Fargo (2014–2024)
Episode: Did You Do This? No, You Did It! (2015)

TV-MA | 61 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

The police bring in Floyd for questioning, in an attempt to make her talk. Bear goes on a ride with Simone. Karl keeps an eye on Lou's family.

Director: Keith Gordon | Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart

Votes: 7,444

30. The Good Place (2016–2020)
Episode: Rhonda, Diana, Jake, and Trent (2018)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani, Janet and Jason go to a place with potentially lasting implications.

Director: Alan Yang | Stars: Kristen Bell, William Jackson Harper, Jameela Jamil, D'Arcy Carden

Votes: 3,185

31. The Simpsons (1989– )

TV-14 | 22 min | Animation, Comedy

The satiric adventures of a working-class family in the misfit city of Springfield.

Stars: Dan Castellaneta, Nancy Cartwright, Harry Shearer, Julie Kavner

Votes: 436,216

32. Video View (1990–1992)

25 min

A late night movie review programme presented by Mariella Frostrup. After three years, the series was revamped as "The Little Picture Show".

Stars: Mariella Frostrup, Mark Kermode, Richard O'Brien, Michael Douglas

Votes: 9

33. Canceled Lives: Letters from the Inside (1993 Video)

50 min | Documentary

Prison documentry/drama in which various prison inmates' letters to family and friends are read by celebrity voice overs against a prison setting to give us an insight into the life of a prisoner.

Director: Martin Good | Stars: Matt Adler, Kirstie Alley, Kevin Bacon, Alec Baldwin

Votes: 71

34. Heist (2006)
Episode: Ladies and Gentlemen... Sweaty Dynamite (2006)

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

A new detective is brought in to replace Amy as head of the task force. Mickey finds out that Sam Gordon knows he is still alive. Ricky provides information for the thieves to move to the next step in their plan.

Director: Guy Ferland | Stars: Dougray Scott, Steve Harris, Michele Hicks, Marika Dominczyk

Votes: 12

35. Damages (2007–2012)
Episode: I Hate These People (2007)

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

Patty Hewes likes Ellen's theory that George Moore is working for Frobisher but also trying to get him to settle the lawsuit. Ellen turns down Patty's offer to return to work but agrees to ... See full summary »

Director: Ed Bianchi | Stars: Glenn Close, Rose Byrne, Zeljko Ivanek, Noah Bean

Votes: 502

36. Damages (2007–2012)
Episode: Because I Know Patty (2007)

TV-MA | 49 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

The season comes to its shocking conclusion.

Director: Todd A. Kessler | Stars: Glenn Close, Rose Byrne, Zeljko Ivanek, Noah Bean

Votes: 563

37. Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003– )
Episode: Episode #8.44 (2009)

TV-14 | 45 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show

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Director: Joe DeMaio | Stars: Jimmy Kimmel, Ted Danson, Khloé Kardashian, Lamar Odom

Votes: 22

38. Fargo (2014–2024)
Episode: Waiting for Dutch (2015)

TV-MA | 53 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

In a small Minnesota town, a shooting at a diner disrupts the lives of a state officer, a married couple, and a North Dakota crime syndicate.

Directors: Randall Einhorn, Michael Uppendahl | Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart

Votes: 10,509

39. Fargo (2014–2024)
Episode: Fear and Trembling (2015)

TV-MA | 52 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

The Gerhardts respond to Kansas City's proposal, while Hanzee finds a new lead in Rye's disappearance. Lou questions Ed and Peggy.

Director: Michael Uppendahl | Stars: Kirsten Dunst, Patrick Wilson, Jesse Plemons, Jean Smart

Votes: 7,430

40. The Good Place (2016–2020)
Episode: The Burrito (2018)

TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Eleanor, Chidi, Tahani and Jason consider how much they have (or haven't) improved; Michael must deal with the consequences of his recent actions.

Director: Dean Holland | Stars: Kristen Bell, William Jackson Harper, Jameela Jamil, D'Arcy Carden

Votes: 3,064

41. Saving Private Ryan (1998)

R | 169 min | Drama, War

Following the Normandy Landings, a group of U.S. soldiers go behind enemy lines to retrieve a paratrooper whose brothers have been killed in action.

Director: Steven Spielberg | Stars: Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore, Edward Burns

Votes: 1,497,371 | Gross: $216.54M

42. Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012– )

TV-PG | 53 min | Documentary, Biography, History

Before the popularity of AncestryDNA, journalist and cultural critic Henry Louis Gates, Jr. divulges the family trees of various celebrities, many times with stunning revelations.

Stars: Henry Louis Gates Jr., CeCe Moore, Anita Hill, Ty Burrell

Votes: 1,641

43. Inside the Actors Studio (1994– )

TV-PG | 65 min | Talk-Show

Famous actors, directors and writers reminisce about their careers and the philosophy behind their craft.

Stars: James Lipton, Ellen Burstyn, Elena Kobylina, Bradley Cooper

Votes: 5,465

44. Beastie Boys: Make Some Noise (2011 Music Video)

5 min | Short, Comedy, Music

In a continuation of Beastie Boys: (You Gotta) Fight for Your Right (to Party!) (1986) Beastie Boys (now portrayed by Danny McBride, Elijah Wood and Seth Rogen) go on a rampage in the streets, encountering a plethora of colorful characters.

Director: Adam Yauch | Stars: Will Arnett, Beastie Boys, Jack Black, Orlando Bloom

Votes: 892

45. Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode: Abnormal Psychology (1986)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Diane thinks that Frasier is masking romantic feelings for his colleague, Dr. Lilith Sternin, so she launches a plan to fan the flames of love. Meanwhile, Norm and Cliff reluctantly join Woody for a fishing trip.

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger

Votes: 689

46. Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode: An Old-Fashioned Wedding (1992)

TV-PG | 60 min | Comedy, Drama

The Gaines family has recruited Sam and crew to provide liquor and bartending services at the wedding, and as we'd expect, everything goes wrong. Woody is randy for Kelly, while the rest of... See full summary »

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Kirstie Alley, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger

Votes: 616

47. Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode: Simon Says (1987)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Diane and Sam are given a bleak prognosis from a noted marriage counselor.

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger

Votes: 734

48. Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode: Thanksgiving Orphans (1986)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Thanksgiving is approaching and no one has anything to do except Diane, who is among a select few graduate students one of her professors has asked to spend Thanksgiving with his family, ... See full summary »

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger

Votes: 782

49. Damages (2007–2012)
Episode: There's No 'We' Anymore (2007)

TV-MA | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

In the aftermath of her encounter with Ray Fiske, Patty Hewes finally takes Tom's call and is told Ellen has accused her of attempted murder. She returns to the city and posts Ellen's bail.... See full summary »

Director: Mario Van Peebles | Stars: Glenn Close, Rose Byrne, Zeljko Ivanek, Noah Bean

Votes: 504

50. Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000–2024)
Episode: The Anonymous Donor (2007)

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy

Larry has made a large donation to a nonprofit and they name a wing after him. But he's indignant to discover Ted Danson made a similar donation, staying "anonymous." Also, Cheryl is livid when she finds a large stain in the guest bedroom.

Director: Robert B. Weide | Stars: Larry David, Jeff Garlin, Cheryl Hines, Susie Essman

Votes: 1,787