My Favorite T.V. Shows
This is a list of my favorite T.V. shows, and it's still growing. All T.V. shows are listed in alphabetical order.
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- CreatorDavid LevyStarsJohn AstinCarolyn JonesJackie CooganThe misadventures of a blissfully macabre but extremely loving family.Delightfully twisted and delightfully funny.
- CreatorSheldon LeonardAaron RubenDanny ThomasStarsAndy GriffithRon HowardDon KnottsWidower Sheriff Andy Taylor, and his son Opie, live with Andy's Aunt Bee in Mayberry, North Carolina. With virtually no crimes to solve, most of Andy's time is spent philosophizing and calming down his cousin Deputy Barney Fife.Giving good moral lessons while leaving you in stitches.
- CreatorDavid GreenwaltJoss WhedonStarsDavid BoreanazCharisma CarpenterAlexis DenisofThe vampire Angel, cursed with a soul, moves to Los Angeles and aids people with supernatural-related problems while questing for his own redemption.As far as spin-off's go, this is pretty damn good.
- CreatorBrad FalchukRyan MurphyHalley FeifferStarsLady GagaKathy BatesAngela BassettAn anthology series centering on different characters and locations, showcasing different aspects of horror.An absolutely addicting show. If you miss an episode, you will be lost.
- CreatorTom RueggerStarsRob PaulsenJess HarnellTress MacNeilleThe zany adventures of a trio of 1930s animated characters in the modern world.Manic TV is manic.
- CreatorMichael Dante DiMartinoBryan KonietzkoStarsDee Bradley BakerZach Tyler EisenMae WhitmanIn a war-torn world of elemental powers, a young boy reawakens to undertake a dangerous mystic quest to fulfill his destiny as the Avatar, and bring peace to the world.Cult shows don't get better than this. Not only that, there is actually some real thought in it.
- CreatorToby WhithouseStarsLenora CrichlowRussell ToveyAidan TurnerA werewolf, a vampire, and a ghost try to live together and get along.The chemistry between the characters is wonderful.
- CreatorDavid E. KelleyStarsJames SpaderWilliam ShatnerCandice BergenBoston Legal is a spin-off of the long-running David E. Kelley series The Practice (1997), following the exploits of former Practice character Alan Shore (James Spader) at the legal firm of Crane, Poole, and Schmidt.*beep* hilarious. This show is *beep* hilarious.
- CreatorJoss WhedonStarsSarah Michelle GellarNicholas BrendonAlyson HanniganA young woman, destined to slay vampires, demons and other infernal creatures, deals with her life fighting evil, with the help of her friends.I've watched all the seasons more than once. I can't even begin to tell you how amazing it is.
- CreatorStephen ColbertBen KarlinJon StewartStarsStephen ColbertJay KatsirJon StewartSatirical 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.Like "The Daily Show" this is where I get my news.
- CreatorMadeleine SmithbergLizz WinsteadStarsJon StewartTrevor NoahStephen ColbertA comedy news show featuring humorous takes on top stories.My favorite "news" show ever.
- CreatorPeter GaffneyButch HartmanSteve MarmelStarsDavid KaufmanGrey GriffinRickey D'Shon CollinsA 14-year-old receives ghost powers and uses them to save the world.I don't know what it was about this show that I liked, but I still like it.
- CreatorJames Manos Jr.StarsMichael C. HallJennifer CarpenterDavid ZayasHe's smart. He's lovable. He's Dexter Morgan, America's favorite serial killer, who spends his days solving crimes and nights committing them.It's like watching a really long but really good movie. Except for the ending. Other than that, really great and addictive.
- CreatorSydney NewmanStarsJodie WhittakerPeter CapaldiPearl MackieThe further adventures in time and space of the alien adventurer known as the Doctor and his companions from planet Earth.Do I really need to delve into why I like this?
- StarsJase RobertsonSi RobertsonWillie RobertsonFollows a wealthy Louisiana family known for their successful duck-hunting business.This is the only reality show I can watch, because it's funny.
- CreatorDanny AntonucciStarsMatt HillSam VincentTony SampsonThe off-the-wall, day-to-day life of three friends who have exactly the same name.Hilarious, weird, and just plain damn funny.
- CreatorPhil RosenthalStarsRay RomanoPatricia HeatonBrad GarrettThe comical everyday life of sports columnist Ray Barone and his dysfunctional family."The Sculpture" is my favorite episode.
- CreatorRobert RodatStarsNoah WyleDrew RoyMaxim KnightSurvivors of an alien attack on earth gather together to fight for their lives and fight back.A show that starts of rocky then finds and maintains its rhythm throughout.
- StarsJohn CleesePrunella ScalesAndrew SachsHotel owner Basil Fawlty's incompetence, short fuse, and arrogance form a combination that ensures accidents and trouble are never far away.John Cleese's follow-up to "Monty Python" is screamingly hilarious.
- CreatorTom RueggerStarsPaul RuggDavid KaufmanJoe LeahyWashington, D.C. has a new defender: Freakazoid. The comedy and insanity never stop when he's around, and he's only one of the weird heroes of the series. It's better than a nice tub of good things.Out of all the cartoons Spielberg produced, this is the best one.
- CreatorDavid ShoreStarsHugh LaurieOmar EppsRobert Sean LeonardUsing a crack team of doctors and his wits, an antisocial maverick doctor specializing in diagnostic medicine does whatever it takes to solve puzzling cases that come his way.It's amazing how a show that has a character who is absolutely despicable can be so wonderfully addictive.
- StarsLucille BallDesi ArnazVivian VanceThe wife of a band leader constantly tries to become a star - in spite of her having no talent, and gets herself (along with her best friend) into the funniest predicaments.Fifty years after its run, it still holds up to this day.
- CreatorJhonen VasquezStarsAndy BermanRichard Steven HorvitzRikki SimonsAn alien named Zim from the planet Irk is sent on a secret mission to conquer Earth, not realising that his leaders were just trying to get rid of him and hoped that he would die. Once there, Zim manages to disguise himself as a human child, but one boy named Dib sees through his disguise.I'm proud to include myself in this show's following.
- StarsLawrence O'DonnellJoy-Ann ReidAri MelberThe Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell is political television program hosted by Lawrence O'Donnell and features in-depth political commentary from prominent politicians, journalists and political strategists. The program airs weeknights on the cable news channel MSNBC.Yes, I'm a progressive. And you know something? I don't care what you think.
- CreatorDick WolfStarsMariska HargitayChristopher MeloniIce-TThis series follows the Special Victims Unit, a specially trained squad of detectives in the New York City Police Department that investigate sexually related crimes.Arguably the most disturbing show in the "Law & Order" canon. But the most engaging show all the same.
- CreatorMichael Dante DiMartinoBryan KonietzkoStarsJanet VarneyP.J. ByrneDavid FaustinoAvatar Korra fights to keep Republic City safe from the evil forces of both the physical and spiritual worlds.What I love the most about this show? It doesn't try to be its predecessor. It tries to be its own thing, while offering up some real meaning and symbolism.
- StarsLoren ColemanDallas SantanaJessica Lynch AlfaroExplores the possibility of hidden creatures through "found footage" videos and information provided by experts.An anthology show about monsters. How can I not love it?
- CreatorAndy BreckmanStarsTony ShalhoubJason Gray-StanfordTed LevineThe series follows Adrian Monk, a brilliant former San Francisco detective, who now consults the police as a private consultant whilst battling with an obsessive-compulsive disorder.Very innovative, and very funny.
- CreatorGraham ChapmanEric IdleTerry JonesStarsGraham ChapmanJohn CleeseTerry GilliamThe original surreal sketch comedy showcase for the Monty Python troupe.I find myself often having a hankering for an episode or two now and then. Still love it.
- CreatorDonald P. BellisarioDon McGillStarsDavid McCallumSean MurrayMark HarmonFollows the Major Case Response Team (MCRT) from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), as they get to the bottom of criminal cases connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel.Quirky characters, high tension. That's what I'm talking about.
- StarsChris HardwickJonah RayMatt MiraThe Nerdist is a panel / talk show based on Chris Hardwick's immensely popular podcast of the same with a loyal cult following. Join Chris and all his awesomeness With his panelists (celebrity guests, comedians, e.t.c) in a comedic roundtable discussion of pop culture, news, tech trends, and much more.I'm at home with these people. These are my people.
- StarsMaurice LaMarcheRob PaulsenTress MacNeillePinky and Brain are genetically enhanced laboratory mice who reside in the research facility. Brain is self-centered and scheming; Pinky is good-natured but feeble-minded. In each episode, Brain devises a new plan to take over the world.A mouse that sounds like Orson Welles and wants to take over the world? Am I seeing some reference to CITIZEN KANE?
- StarsRachel MaddowChris HayesAli VelshiDaytime Host of the now-defunct Air America Radio's liberal talk show host discusses current events, with an emphasis on politics.She's actually really smart, and knows what she's talking about. Gives no one an even break.
- CreatorJohn KricfalusiBob CampJim GomezStarsJohn KricfalusiBilly WestHarris PeetRen, a psychotic Chihuahua, and Stimpson J. Cat, a dimwitted Manx cat who goes by the nickname Stimpy, have a host of unusual adventures.The ultimate cult cartoon. I'm confident that the love of this is also genetic, because my aunt also loves this show.
- CreatorRod SerlingStarsRod SerlingLarry WatsonJoanna PettetRod Serling presents tales of horror illustrated in various paintings.This is my favorite show by Rod Serling. It contains scarier episodes.
- StarsRuPaulMichelle VisageRoss MathewsRuPaul searches for America's next drag superstar.Another reality show that I can actually watch because these people are frickin' hilarious.
- CreatorLorne MichaelsStarsThe Saturday Night Live BandDon PardoDarrell HammondA famous guest host stars in parodies and sketches created by the cast of this witty show.It's had its ups and downs, but it's stayed strong with finding talent.
- CreatorBill LawrenceStarsZach BraffDonald FaisonSarah ChalkeIn the unreal world of Sacred Heart Hospital, intern John "J.D." Dorian learns the ways of medicine, friendship and life.The ninth season doesn't exist.
- CreatorMark GatissSteven MoffatStarsBenedict CumberbatchMartin FreemanUna StubbsThe quirky spin on Conan Doyle's iconic sleuth pitches him as a "high-functioning sociopath" in modern-day London. Assisting him in his investigations: Afghanistan War vet John Watson, who's introduced to Holmes by a mutual acquaintance.The best representation of Sherlock Holmes I've seen in a long time.
- CreatorTrey ParkerMatt StoneBrian GradenStarsTrey ParkerMatt StoneIsaac HayesFollows the misadventures of four irreverent grade-schoolers in the quiet, dysfunctional town of South Park, Colorado.It still holds up. How does that happen?
- CreatorTina FeyStarsTina FeyAlec BaldwinTracy MorganLiz Lemon, head writer of the sketch-comedy show "TGS with Tracy Jordan", must deal with an arrogant new boss and a crazy new star while trying to run a successful television show without losing her mind.There are episodes that are screamingly funny.
- CreatorMike GibbonsDaniel ToshStarsDaniel ToshT.K. KellySam JarvisDaniel Tosh provides humorous commentary on content from the Internet.He can be really gross sometimes, but he actually makes some valid points about stupidity.
- CreatorAlan BallStarsAnna PaquinStephen MoyerSam TrammellTelepathic waitress Sookie Stackhouse encounters a strange new supernatural world when she meets the mysterious Bill Compton, a southern Louisiana gentleman and vampire.It's strange to say this, but this is mine and my mom's show. I like that it's not taken itself so seriously lately but kept the characters just as engaging.
- CreatorRod SerlingStarsRod SerlingRobert McCordJay OverholtsOrdinary people find themselves in extraordinarily astounding situations, which they each try to solve in a remarkable manner.Supernatural stuff. It's all great.
- CreatorFrank DarabontStarsAndrew LincolnNorman ReedusMelissa McBrideSheriff 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.This is a family show in my house. We all flock to the TV. Very much like...well, zombies!
- CreatorChris CarterStarsDavid DuchovnyGillian AndersonMitch PileggiTwo F.B.I. Agents, Fox Mulder the believer and Dana Scully the skeptic, investigate the strange and unexplained, while hidden forces work to impede their efforts.If you can pick a procedural supernatural show that outmatches this, please stand up.