With all the great TV series that have come out in recent years, there are more than enough tv shows to watch on countless different networks and streaming services. Whether you’re into drama, comedy, period pieces or whatever else, there are TV series to binge watch for everyone.
Rather than spend precious binge-watching time searching for your next favorite show, you can check out this list of the most binge-worthy TV shows to stream right now. Below you’ll find 20 fan-favorite TV series that are perfect for anyone looking for a new show to get obsessed with.
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Here are 20 of the best TV series to get obsessed with right now, according to a number of factors including audience and critics reviews. This list will be updated periodically as series conclude or become available on streaming, to keep you up to date on the most binge-worthy TV series to watch right now.
1. ‘Shrinking’ – Season 2 Airing Now!
Genre: Comedy; Drama
Cast: Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams,
Christa Miller
Network: Apple TV+
No. of Seasons: 2
Currently in its second season, Shrinking, is the heartfelt, slightly dark, yet funny TV series we didn’t know we needed. Created from the brilliant minds of Jason Segel, Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein, the show explores the personal side of therapy, or rather, the personal lives of therapists themselves. It all begins when Jimmy (Segel), a therapist grieving his wife, throws caution to the wind and begins telling his patients exactly what he thinks.
While this seems like a dangerous road, his unorthodox approach spirals into a journey of self-discovery as he navigates his own pain while helping others with theirs. Fans of the show applaud its blend of humor and raw emotion, finding resonance in its exploration of grief, friendship and personal growth, making it a comfort watch for those who appreciate heartfelt storytelling with a comedic edge.
2. ‘Yellowstone’ – Season 5, Part 2 Airing Now!
Genre: Drama; Western
Cast: Kevin Costner, Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, Luke Grimes
Network: Paramount+
No. of Seasons: 5
As one of the most popular shows on cable TV, it’s no surprise Yellowstone is on this list of binge-worthy shows. The series follows the Dutton family, owners of the largest ranch in Montana at the time, and their relationships with the bordering Native Tribe, Yellowstone National Park and commercial developers.
Over the course of five seasons, viewers have been enthralled in the Western atmosphere of Yellowstone, which touches on themes around the archetypal American West, including freedom, power, justice (and lack thereof) and the consequences of justice. The first part of Season 5 was released in November 2022 and after two years, the second part of season 5 is officially airing now, making it the perfect time to start watching!
3. ‘Somebody Somewhere’ – Season 3 Airing Now!
Genre: Comedy; Drama
Cast: Bridget Everett, Jeff Hiller, Mary Catherine Garrison, Danny McCarthy
Network: HBO
No. of Seasons: 3
A hidden gem amongst Max’s extensive catalog of dramas, thrillers and documentaries is the award-winning comedy, Somebody Somewhere. The series, now in its third season, follows Kansas native, Sam, a woman who doesn’t know who she is supposed to be, but knows that she doesn’t fit into the box her hometown expects her to. It’s not until she finds her passion for singing that the rest of her path slowly starts falling into place.
Created by Hannah Bos and Paul Thureen, this critically acclaimed series explores change, growth and becoming who you are meant to be in a hilarious and approachable way.
4. ‘What We Do in the Shadows’ – Final Season Airing Now!
Genre: Comedy; Horror; Fantasy
Cast: Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, Natasia
Demetriou, Harvey Guillen
Network: FX
No. of Seasons: 6
Perhaps one of the most underrated sitcoms on TV today, What We Do in the Shadows is a hilarious look into the lives of four vampires living on Staten Island. The show is based on a documentary crew that follows the group, plus their familiar, Guillermo, as they attempt (attempt may be a strong word) to navigate the trials and tribulations of modern day without being exposed as blood sucking vampires.
Apart from their blood-sucking tendencies, however, WWDITS largely strays away from typical vampiric tropes, instead focusing in on the mundane normality of the group, allowing audiences to really connect with the characters and their unique quirks. Acclaimed for its absurd humor and sharp storytelling, this series is perfect for anyone looking for their next favorite sitcom.
5. ‘Only Murders in the Building’ (2021-Present)
Genre: Comedy; Mystery; Drama
Cast: Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez
Network: Hulu
No. of Seasons: 4
The iconic Martin Short-Steve Martin duo has always been a fan-favorite, and that certainly doesn’t change when you add Selena Gomez into the mix. Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building has taken America’s obsession with true crime and turned it into a hilarious and original story that is nearly impossible to stop watching. Following the trio of sleuths, OMITB draws viewers in with clever twists and turns and emotionally engaging character development that you don’t always see in a comedy. And with the fourth season out now, it’s the perfect time to get on the bandwagon!
6. ‘Lioness’ – Season 2 Airing Now!
Genre: Crime Drama; Action
Cast: Zoe Saldana, Genesis Rodriguez, Nicole
Kidman, Morgan Freeman
Network: Paramount+
No. of Seasons: 2
Balancing work and personal life can be hard, especially when you’re leading the CIA’s clandestine Lioness program. Inspired by a true story, this spy thriller follows Joe (Saldana) as she prepares women, including the passionate, determined Marine Cruz Manuelos (De Oliveira), to go undercover and infiltrate terrorist organizations.
Applauded for its balance of intense action sequences, strong performances from a stellar cast and character development, this is a perfect watch for someone interested in spy and espionage stories with a female lead.
7. ‘From’ – Season 3 Airing Now!
Genre: Horror; Sci-Fi
Cast: Harold Perrineau, Catalina Sandino Moreno,
Eion Bailey, Hannah Cheramy
Network: MGM+
No. of Seasons: 3
If you’re looking for a gripping mystery-horror series to keep you up at night, we’ve got just the thing for you. MGM+’s From centers around a small town that is anything but quaint. In fact, anyone who enters the town becomes trapped, unable to leave. Surrounded by deep woods filled with deadly creatures and mysterious supernatural forces, the members of this town are faced with a constant battle to survive.
The series create a tense and unsettling atmosphere that keeps viewers on edge, as each episode slowly unravels more about the town’s secrets, while leaving many questions unanswered, deepening the mystery. Acclaimed for its ability to blend horror and mystery with emotional depth, fans of the genre can attest that From is a psychological horror mystery you don’t want to miss.
8. ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ (2022-Present)
Genre: Fantasy; Drama
Cast: Morfydd Clark, Robert Aramayo, Cynthia
Addai-Robinson
Network: Prime Video
No. of Seasons: 2
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is an epic prequel that transports both new and longtime LOTR fans to the Second Age of Middle-earth, set thousands of years before the events of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings trilogies. This series unveils the pivotal moments that shaped the world we know and love, showcasing the forging of great powers, the rise and fall of heroes and villains alike and much more.
While the series primarily introduces new characters, there are a few familiar faces for fans of the original saga, including Elrond, Galadriel, Gil-galad and Isildur, among others (we won’t spoil the rest). With the second season now available, it’s the perfect time to watch the prequel story before your annual Lord of the Rings rewatch-party this fall.
9. ‘Abbott Elementary’ – Season 3 Airing Now!
Genre: Comedy
Cast: Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams,
Janelle James, Chris Perfetti
Network: ABC
No. of Seasons: 3
A new take on the classic mockumentary sitcom style, Abbott Elementary earns an A+ in our book of binge-worthy shows to watch. Following a group of dedicated teachers at Abbott Elementary School in Philadelphia, the show effortlessly balances humor with poignant themes and commentary around the U.S. public schools system.
This seriously charming sitcom is not only an easy watch, but its episodes are less than 30-minutes long, making it a breath of fresh air compared to many of the other top series of the day.
10. ‘Slow Horses’ (2022-Present)
Genre: Drama; Mystery; Thriller
Cast: Gary Oldman, Kistin Scott Thomas, Jack
Lowden, Rosalind Eleazar
Network: Apple TV+
No. of Seasons: 4
There have been plenty of TV series about spies, espionage, undercover activities and so on, but in recent years, few have been able to grip viewers as Apple TV’s Slow Horses has. The British thriller follows a group of condemned MI5 agents who have somehow ended up at the Slough House, the department all disgraced spies go to live out the rest of their days doing menial tasks any spy would despise, in hopes they willingly leave the organization.
Led by the disillusioned Jackson Lamb (Gary Oldman), things take a turn for the department when one “slow horse” decides to try and prove his potential. As layers of intrigue and hidden agendas emerge, this darkly humorous spy drama blends suspense, social commentary and top-notch performances, particularly from Gary Oldman as Lamb, making it the perfect binge-watch for crime thriller lovers.
11. ‘Heartstopper’ (2022-Present)
Genre: Drama; Romance; Teen; LQBTQ+
Cast: Kit Connor, Joe Locke, Willian Gao, Yasmin Finney
Network: Netflix
No. of Seasons: 3
Now in its third season, Heartstopper is the coming-of-age romantic comedy TV series we didn’t know we needed. Following a group of teenagers as they navigate school, relationships, family dynamics and more through an LGBTQ+ lens, the series is the perfect blend of realistic teenage drama, humor and optimism. Charlie Spring, a shy high school boy who is just beginning to understand who he really is, falls for the older and more popular rugby player, Nick. As the pair’s relationship develops, Heartstopper beautifully depicts both the magic and difficulties of young love, providing audiences with a bit a nostalgia, all while tackling touch issues in an approachable and inclusive way.
From highschoolers themselves to parents and anyone in between, Heartstoppers is a seriously heartwarming weekend binge watch that will surely leave you feeling hopeful.
12. ‘Colin from Accounts’ (2022-Present)
Genre: Comedy; Romance
Cast: Patrick Brammall, Harriet Dyer, Helen Thomson
Network: Paramount+
No. of Seasons: 2
Looking for your next binge-worthy show? Colin from Accounts might just be it. This Australian rom-com dramedy follows Gordon and Ashley, two complex individuals brought together by a car accident and an injured dog. What starts as a chance meeting evolves into a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of love, life and all the messy bits in between.
Starring real-life couple Patrick Brammall and Harriet Dyer, the show strikes a perfect balance between laugh-out-loud humor, clever dialogue and moments of genuine emotion. Colin from Accounts is a seriously fun watch, thanks to its refreshing and relatable take on modern relationships.
13. ‘House of the Dragon’ (2022-Present)
Genre: Drama; Fantasy
Cast: Matt Smith, Emma D’Arcy, Olivia Cooke, Rhys Ifans
Network: HBO Max
No. of Seasons: 2
Enter the mystical land of Westeros in House of the Dragon, the Max prequel to the widely acclaimed Game of Thrones series. The prequel, set 200 years before the original series, zooms in on the history of House Targaryen and their subsequent rise to power. Featuring intense political intrigue, dramatic power struggles and the formidable dragons that define Targaryen legacy, this unique story is absolutely bingeworthy. And with the highly anticipated second season just released, you don’t want to wait any longer to enjoy this epic tale with breathtaking visuals, complex characters, thrilling battles and so much more.
14. ‘Yellowjackets’ (2019-Present)
Genre: Drama; Thriller; Horror
Cast: Melanie Lynskey, Sophie Nelisse, Sophie
Thatcher, Julliette Lewis
Network: Paramount+ with SHOWTIME
No. of Seasons: 2
When a girls’ soccer team gets stranded in the deep Ontario wilderness after a plane crash, they know they must do everything they can to survive. But what if surviving comes at a cost? Split between two timelines, the plane crash and years later, those who survived must reckon with the choices they made to get there. From cults, dark spirits and cannibalism to typical teenage drama, Yellowjackets will have you glued to the edge of your seat for hours at a time.
With the third season approaching in 2025, now’s the perfect time to get into this unsettling drama.
15. ‘The Bear’ (2022-Present)
Genre: Comedy; Drama
Cast: Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Network: FX
No. of Seasons: 3
Are you ready? If the answer isn’t, “Yes, Chef!” then now’s the time to get ready, because a brand-new season of the critically acclaimed TV show, The Bear is finally here. Led by the talented Jeremy Allen White and Ayo Edebiri, this comedy drama follows top-tier chef Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White) as he abandons his career cooking in Michelin-starred restaurants in New York City and returns to his home city of Chicago to take over his family’s sandwich shop. Applauded for its unique filming style, strong writing and impeccable performances, The Bear may just be your new favorite series.
Need a recap on seasons 1 & 2? Check out Season 3 The Bear Watch Guide here.
16. ‘Outlander’ – Season 7 Airing Now!
Genre: Period Drama; Sci-fi
Cast: Caitriona Balfe, Sam Heughan, Sophie Skelton
Network: FX
No. of Seasons: 3
For seven seasons, the period drama that is Outlander has kept fans hooked, waiting with eager eyes to finally find out what happens next in this World War II/18th century love story. But how can the show be both about WWII and the 1700s? Time travel of sorts, of course!
Adapted from bestselling novels by Diana Gabaldon, the show has been applauded for its ability to interweave stories across places and time, as well as its talented cast and thoughtful storytelling. And with the 7th season airing now (coming in at a 100% on Rotten Tomatoes) and the final 8th season sometime after that, now is the perfect time to jump on board this epic romance wagon. If you’re into historical fiction or romance, you’ll definitely want to add this to your list of TV shows to binge watch next!
17. ‘Snowpiercer’ (2020-Present)
Genre: Sci-fi; Drama; Mystery
Cast: Jennifer Connelly, Daveed Diggs, Mickey Sumner
Network: AMC
No. of Seasons: 4
Imagine living in a train that never stops moving. No pit stops, no pickups and certainly no drop offs. That’s exactly what life is like for the humans that survived the world’s end in this dystopian setting. Based on the 1982 graphic novel and a 2012 film adaption, Snowpiercer has been hailed as a sci-fi series at its finest. With stunning visuals, a strong cast and well-developed themes around class warfare and social support, the series will enthrall you from the start. And with three full seasons and a fourth currently airing, there’s more than enough out-of-this-world entertainment for you to get lost in.
18. ‘Mayor of Kingstown’ (2021-Present)
Genre: Crime; Drama; Mystery
Cast: Jeremy Renner, Hugh Dillon, Taylor Handley
Network: Paramount+
No. of Seasons: 3
What does life in Kingstown, Michigan look like – a small town where the only source of income stems from the industry of incarceration? That’s exactly what Mayor of Kingstown sets out to show audiences, and it’s something you’ll have to see to believe. Currently airing its third season, this crime thriller follows the powerful McLusky family as they attempt to influence and navigate the trials and tribulations of dealing with police, politicians, inmates, guards and beyond in order to feed the ever-hungry prison-industrial complex.
With strong character development and tackling important themes around systemic racism, brutality and corruption, Mayor of Kingstown is a fan-favorite for those interested in crime dramas – and stands alongside other acclaimed series like Ozark and the like. All that’s left isfor you to start watching.
19. ‘THE BOYS’ (2019-PRESENT)
Genre: Action; Comedy; Drama
Cast: Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Erin Moriarty, Antony Starr, Chase Crawford
Network: Prime Video
No. of Seasons: 4
If you haven’t immersed yourself into the world of The Boys, it’s officially time to change that. With the fourth season of this satirical superhero drama set to be released sometime in 2024, you’ll want to be caught up by the time it rolls around. The Boys follows the lives of a group of regular citizens who have taken justice into their own hands after watching the corrupt Vought Corporation and the selfish and impulsive “superheroes” they manage get away with abusing the system time and time again.
And while this critically acclaimed series may not be for those who get queasy around gore, its storylines, character development and strong writing make it a must-watch for everyone else.
20. ‘Bridgerton’ (2020-Present)
Genre: Drama; Romance
Cast: Nicola Coughlan, Luke Newton, Rege-Jean
Page, Golda Rosheuvel
Network: Netflix
No. of Seasons: 3
With an impeccable third season, now is the perfect time to get on the Bridgerton train. Based off the (also highly bingeable) book series by Julia Quinn, each season of Bridgerton follows one of the Bridgerton siblings as they enter into London’s high society.
From love triangles, secret rendezvous, family drama and countless balls full of fabulous costumes and tons of glitz and glamor, this series is perfect for anyone looking for regency romance. And with the highly anticipated season three coming out this May, you’ll want to be caught up on all the drama before it drops!
And there you have it: the top 20 best TV shows binge watch right now. Stay tuned for updates to come so you can keep up with the most binge-worthy TV shows to watch with DIRECTV.
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