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1. 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: 1,642
2.
Visible: Out on Television (2020)
Episode:
The Epidemic
(2020)
TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, History
HIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue.
Director: Ryan White | Stars: Dustin Lance Black, Linda Bloodworth-Thomason, Candis Cayne, Margaret Cho
Votes: 97
3. The Colbert Report (2005–2014)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
Satirical newscaster Stephen Colbert provides humorous commentary on the big issues going on in the United States and the rest of the world, with his larger-than-life ego and overly-patriotic spirit along with him every step of the way.
Stars: Stephen Colbert, Jay Katsir, Jon Stewart, Paul Dinello
Votes: 39,181
4. College Football 150: The American Game (2019– )
Documentary, History, Sport
Stars: Keith Dunnavant, Tim Blake Nelson, Erin Andrews, Vince Young
Votes: 42
5.
Visible: Out on Television (2020)
Episode:
Breakthroughs
(2020)
TV-MA | 68 min | Documentary, History
In 1997, Ellen DeGeneres made history by coming out on her TV show as in her personal life. But the celebration was short-lived.
Director: Ryan White | Stars: Jennifer Beals, Greg Berlanti, Joe Biden, George W. Bush
Votes: 88
6. Visible: Out on Television (2020)
TV-MA | 307 min | Documentary, History
Investigates the importance of TV as an intimate medium that has shaped the American conscience, and how the LGBTQ movement has shaped television.
Stars: Wilson Cruz, Wanda Sykes, Michaela Jaé (MJ) Rodriguez, Ilana Glazer
Votes: 1,264
7.
College Football 150: The American Game (2019– )
Episode:
The Culture
(2019)
60 min | Documentary, History, Sport
College football is more than just a sport -- it's a cultural phenomenon. To understand the game, you have to understand how much everything around it matters, too -- from the team colors to the uniforms to the bands, the mascots and more.
Stars: Andrea Adelson, Erin Andrews, John Bacon, Jerry Barca
Votes: 13
8.
Black-ish (2014–2022)
Episode:
Hope
(2016)
TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy
The Johnson family discusses race issues while watching news coverage of a grand jury considering the indictment of a White police officer accused of killing an African American teen.
Director: Beth McCarthy-Miller | Stars: Anthony Anderson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Yara Shahidi, Marcus Scribner
Votes: 731
9. The Kominsky Method (2018–2021)
TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama
An aging actor, who long ago enjoyed a brush with fame, makes his living as an acting coach.
Stars: Michael Douglas, Sarah Baker, Graham Rogers, Melissa Tang
Votes: 44,166
10. Conan (2010–2021)
TV-14 | 42 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Conan O'Brien and his co-host Andy Richter discuss current news topics and interview celebrities and personalities.
Stars: Conan O'Brien, Andy Richter, Jimmy Vivino and the Basic Cable Band, Jimmy Vivino
Votes: 25,007
11. Warrior (2011)
PG-13 | 140 min | Action, Drama, Sport
The youngest son of an alcoholic former boxer returns home, where he's trained by his father for competition in a mixed martial arts tournament - a path that puts the fighter on a collision course with his estranged, older brother.
Director: Gavin O'Connor | Stars: Tom Hardy, Nick Nolte, Joel Edgerton, Jennifer Morrison
Votes: 498,385 | Gross: $13.66M
12. 2017 White House Correspondents' Association Dinner (2017 TV Special)
120 min | Comedy, News
Stars: Hasan Minhaj, Madeleine Albright, Dana Bash, Carl Bernstein
Votes: 418
13.
The Jim Gaffigan Show (2015–2016)
Episode:
The Bible Story
(2015)
TV-PG | 22 min | Comedy
After picking up a large Bible for Jeannie on the way to a show, the paparazzi photographs Jim, creating a media frenzy about his faith.
Director: Steven K. Tsuchida | Stars: Jim Gaffigan, Ashley Williams, Michael Ian Black, Caitlin Moeller
Votes: 100
14.
True Story (2021)
Episode:
Chapter 7: ...Like Cain Did Abel
(2021)
TV-MA | 36 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Seeking retribution, Kid reaches a breaking point and takes matters into his own hands. Days later, Kid shares his story and vows to be a better man.
Director: Hanelle M. Culpepper | Stars: Kevin Hart, Wesley Snipes, Tawny Newsome, William Catlett
Votes: 421
15.
The 2000s (2018)
Episode:
Yes We Can
(2018)
60 min | Documentary
This episode explores Barack Obama's presidential campaign and the 2008 presidential election.
Stars: David Axelrod, Jim Axelrod, Bill Ayers, Melody Barnes
Votes: 83
16.
The Kominsky Method (2018–2021)
Episode:
Chapter 9. An Actor Forgets
(2019)
TV-MA | 25 min | Comedy, Drama
Sandy has concerns about the man Mindy's dating. Norman starts seeing an old flame. Sandy tries to give his class a dose of truth about the acting life.
Director: Andy Tennant | Stars: Michael Douglas, Alan Arkin, Sarah Baker, Nancy Travis
Votes: 1,054
17.
How It Really Happened with Jesse L. Martin (2016– )
Episode:
George Michael's Final Days
(2017)
TV-PG | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
George Michael's life as an international superstar comes to a mysterious and tragic end on Christmas Eve 2016. Family and fans are shocked by his sudden death. There are so many unanswered... See full summary »
Stars: Hill Harper, Anthony DeCurtis, Ian Halperin, Perez Hilton
Votes: 11
18.
Being Mary Jane (2013–2019)
Episode:
Reading the Signs
(2015)
TV-MA | 42 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
When Mary Jane's 'Ugly Black Woman' rant from episode 210 goes viral, it turns her into an overnight sensation, and opens up a huge opportunity for her at SNC... but it comes with several conditions, and at Cynthia's expense.
Director: Salim Akil | Stars: Gabrielle Union, Lisa Vidal, B.J. Britt, Aaron D. Spears
Votes: 24
19.
Empire (2015–2020)
Episode:
The Devils Are Here
(2015)
TV-14 | 46 min | Drama, Music
Three months after his arrest, Lucious tries to run Empire Entertainment while in federal lockup; Cookie stages a star-studded concert in support of Lucious while Andre, Hakeem, Anika and Mimi Whiteman attempt a hostile takeover.
Director: Lee Daniels | Stars: Terrence Howard, Bryshere Y. Gray, Jussie Smollett, Trai Byers
Votes: 663
20.
Chelsea (2016–2017)
Episode:
Tear Down These Walls
(2017)
TV-MA | Comedy, Talk-Show
Stars: Chelsea Handler, Zrinka Bralo, Jerrod Carmichael, Salma Hayek
Votes: 19
21.
The Real Housewives of Potomac (2016– )
Episode:
Over the River and Thru the Woods
(2017)
TV-14 | 43 min | Reality-TV
While Charrisse struggles to break the news of her marriage troubles to her daughter, Monique and her husband Chris try to reconnect. Karen shocks the world of Potomac by revealing her most... See full summary »
Stars: Gizelle Bryant, Karen Huger, Monique Samuels, Robyn Dixon
Votes: 18
22.
Visible: Out on Television (2020)
Episode:
The New Guard
(2020)
TV-MA | 60 min | Documentary, History
Today's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity.
Director: Ryan White | Stars: Max Adler, Greg Berlanti, Hayden Byerly, Candis Cayne
Votes: 237
23.
Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012– )
Episode:
Anchored to the Past
(2021)
TV-PG | Documentary, Biography, History
CNN journalist Don Lemon learns about his ancestors' role in the civil rights movement and the mark the slavery era left on them. Former Fox News journalist Gretchen Carlson learns about her go-getting Swedish ancestors.
Stars: Gretchen Carlson, Don Lemon
Votes: 27
24. Being Mary Jane (2013–2019)
TV-14 | 60 min | Drama, Romance, Thriller
The life of a young Black woman, her work, her family and the popular talk show which she hosts.
Stars: Gabrielle Union, Lisa Vidal, Raven Goodwin, Margaret Avery
Votes: 4,291
25.
Visible: Out on Television (2020)
Episode:
The Dark Ages
(2020)
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, History
Early TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.
Director: Ryan White | Stars: Jane Alexander, Harry Bakwin, Robert Benevides, Dustin Lance Black
Votes: 265
26.
Original Sin: Sex (2016– )
Episode:
Government in the Bedroom
(2016)
TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary
Lawmakers have tried to make their way into bedrooms in an attempt to regulate the most intimate human behavior. Meet the relentless rebels who pushed back - fighting rules that restricted ... See full summary »
Stars: Gloria Allred, John Arthur, Bill Baird, Eric Berkowitz
Votes: 12
27. The Jim Gaffigan Show (2015–2016)
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy
Comedy about a husband and wife trying to raise their five kids in a New York City two-bedroom apartment.
Stars: Jim Gaffigan, Ashley Williams, Michael Ian Black, Caitlin Moeller
Votes: 2,809
28. Empire (2015–2020)
TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Music
A hip-hop mogul must choose a successor among his three sons who are battling for control over his multi-million dollar company, while his ex-wife schemes to reclaim what is hers.
Stars: Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Jussie Smollett, Bryshere Y. Gray
Votes: 41,092
29. True Story (III) (2021)
TV-MA | 37 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
A tour stop in Kid's hometown of Philadelphia becomes a matter of life and death for one of the world's most famous comedians.
Stars: Kevin Hart, Wesley Snipes, William Catlett, Paul Adelstein
Votes: 20,498
30. Real Time with Bill Maher (2003– )
TV-MA | 60 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
Comedian and political satirist Bill Maher discusses topical events with guests from various backgrounds.
Stars: Bill Maher, Andrew Sullivan, Michael Moore, Arianna Huffington
Votes: 14,347
31.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
Episode:
At Home Edition: Derrick Johnson/Don Lemon/Jane Elliott
(2020)
TV-14 | 43 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Former professional football player Derrick Johnson; journalist Don Lemon; activist Jane Elliott;
Stars: Jimmy Fallon, Derrick Johnson, Don Lemon, Jane Elliott
Votes: 9
32.
Original Sin: Sex (2016– )
Episode:
Sex Ed Wars
(2016)
TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary
From the perspectives of historians, icons and educators, the controversial and shocking history of sex education is explored, revealing just how much politics and culture influence what we... See full summary »
Stars: Gloria Allred, John Boehner, Shan Boodram, Margaret Cho
Votes: 11
33. Black-ish (2014–2022)
TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy
A family man struggles to gain a sense of cultural identity while raising his kids in a predominantly white, upper-middle-class neighborhood.
Stars: Anthony Anderson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Marcus Scribner, Miles Brown
Votes: 25,615
34. The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth (2016–2023)
TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary
Groundbreaking weekly docu-series that pulls back the curtain on American politics. Hosts John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon and Jenn Palmieri go behind the scenes for an unbiased, inside look at the stories beyond the headlines.
Stars: John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, Alex Wagner, Jennifer Palmieri
Votes: 1,342
35.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
Episode:
Jennifer Garner/Don Lemon/Arianne Lenker
(2021)
TV-14 | 41 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Actress Jennifer Garner ("Yes Day"); journalist Don Lemon (book, "This Is the Fire"); Adrianne Lenker performs;
Stars: Jimmy Fallon, Jennifer Garner, Don Lemon, Adrianne Lenker
Votes: 14
36. How It Really Happened with Jesse L. Martin (2016– )
TV-PG | 42 min | Documentary, Crime, Mystery
HLN dives into the deepest, darkest, gruesome mysteries and murders of the past. What really happened and how did it all play out?
Stars: Hill Harper, Jesse L. Martin, Casey Jordan, Jim Moret
Votes: 232
37. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015– )
TV-PG | 41 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Stephen Colbert took over as host, executive producer and writer of THE LATE SHOW on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015. The comedy-variety-talk show is broadcast five nights a week from the Ed Sullivan theater in New York.
Stars: Stephen Colbert, Stay Human, Jon Batiste, Jen Spyra
Votes: 14,920
38. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Jimmy Fallon hosts the Tonight Show and interviews celebrities, plays games with them and has a musical or comedic guest perform.
Stars: Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, Steve Higgins, Questlove
Votes: 19,031
39. Pivot (I) (2018 Podcast Series)
News
Pivot is a technology podcast that offers sharp, unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in tech, business, and politics. The program is hosted by Recode's Kara Swisher and NYU ... See full summary »
Stars: Kara Swisher, Scott Galloway, Joy Buolamwini, Mike Birbiglia
Votes: 8
40. Champions for Change (2017 TV Special)
Director: Brett Kelly | Stars: Brooke Baldwin, John Berman, Kate Bolduan, Erin Burnett
Votes: 10
41.
The Colbert Report (2005–2014)
Episode:
Missy Cummings
(2011)
TV-14 | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
Stars: Stephen Colbert, Don Lemon, Dan Rather, Patrick Rodgers
Votes: 16
42. The Shop (I) (2018– )
TV-MA | 30 min | Talk-Show
Discussions and debate in various barbershops around the country featuring some of the biggest names in sport and entertainment.
Stars: Maverick Carter, Paul Rivera, LeBron James, Steve Stoute
Votes: 1,131
43.
Original Sin: Sex (2016– )
Episode:
Hi-Tech Sex
(2016)
TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary
Technology has revolutionized our relationship with sex. Technology has profoundly impacted the sexual revolution, helping erase sexual shame and introducing the idea of sex for pleasure - ... See full summary »
Stars: Ivy Aura, Ted Bridis, Pamela Brown, Andy Cohen
Votes: 11
44.
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth (2016–2023)
Episode:
Their Brand is Crisis
(2018)
TV-14 | 27 min | Documentary
A look at the Trump White House in constant crisis mode. Also Chris Christie on trying to govern during a scandal; Steve Brill on combating fake news; Steve Schmidt and Mark Fabiani on the Trump administration crisis management.
Stars: John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, Alex Wagner, Chris Christie
Votes: 16
45. Beyond the Lights (2014)
PG-13 | 116 min | Drama, Music, Romance
The pressures of fame have superstar singer Noni on the edge, until she meets Kaz, a young cop who works to help her find the courage to develop her own voice and break free to become the artist she was meant to be.
Director: Gina Prince-Bythewood | Stars: Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Nate Parker, Minnie Driver, Danny Glover
Votes: 17,388 | Gross: $14.62M
46.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015– )
Episode:
Don Lemon/Mike Colter/Death Cab for Cutie
(2018)
TV-PG | 40 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
TV host Don Lemon (CNN Tonight (2014)); actor Mike Colter (Luke Cage (2016)); Death Cab for Cutie perform.
Stars: Stephen Colbert, Don Lemon, Mike Colter, Death Cab for Cutie
Votes: 26
47. The Hour (2004–2014)
60 min | Comedy, Music, News
A Canadian talk show hosted by George Stroumboulopoulos.
Stars: George Stroumboulopoulos, Ali Hassan, Naomi Snieckus, Liz Walaszczyk
Votes: 653
48. CNN Election Night in America (2021– )
News
Stars: Anderson Cooper, Alyssa Farah Griffin, Jake Tapper, Kaitlan Collins
Votes: 12
49.
Real Time with Bill Maher (2003– )
Episode:
Robert F. Kennedy Jr./Scott Galloway/Don Lemon
(2024)
TV-MA | Comedy, News, Talk-Show
One-on-one interview with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Independent presidential candidate for 2024. Panel discussion includes Scott Galloway, NYU Stern Marketing Professor, and Don Lemon, award-winning journalist.
Stars: Scott Galloway, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Don Lemon, Bill Maher
Votes: 37
50. Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Music, Talk-Show
Jimmy Kimmel interviews celebrities.
Stars: Jimmy Kimmel, Cleto and the Cletones, Guillermo Rodriguez, Paul E. Raff
Votes: 17,446