not including mini-series.


1. This is Us — Network TV in the HIZZY!!!

2. Westworld — Dense and rewarding.

3. Transparent — Academy gon stop faking on Judith or I’mma have to ride of folks.

4. The Affair — They both gon die because they’re families are better off. Y’all know this, right?

5. Silicon Valley — I don’t actually laugh at any show more than this one.
6. Veep —This one come close.

7. Broad City — We don’t see enough female losers. Equality.

8. Stranger Things — I’m a sucker for the precocious kids thing.

9. The Americans — Worst daughter on TV in quite some time.

10. Atlanta — One big inside joke…for black people.

11. The Girlfriend Experience — Elvis grandbaby be ACTIN!!!

12. Better Things — Best mother on television. By far.

13. Dem Thrones —Eh, it lost a step. Still great like Rice after Sapp tore up his knee tho.

14. Better Call Saul — Didn’t like it as much as the first season. Jimmy is REALLY unlikeable.

15. The Jennifer Lewis Show (which some refer to as blackish) — She carries an otherwise not that funny show.

16. Insecure — Great performances!

17. Dark Mirror — It could be #1 but some of the episodes are so lame. Some damn killer dron bees. Grow up.

18. Casual — They are a mess.

19. Search Party — Worst friends I’ve ever seen.

20. You’re the Worst — I just watch for Kether. I’m sure I’ve mentioned it before, but it’s true. She’s the only reason.

21. Last Man on Earth — BOOM! jk

22. Divorce — IMO, Thomas Haden Church’s only career misstep was playing the Sandman.

23. Shameless — Great finale in an otherwise repetitive season.

24. Mr. Robot — Not feeling this past season

25. Luke Cage — Solid effort.

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Catastrophe aired overseas in 2015 but the Amazon release here was 2016.

The Good Place is probably my favorite new network show. I really liked the pilot of This Is Us but then never kept watching.

iZombie season 2 launched in 2015 but the second half of it in 2016 was still probably one of my favorite shows.

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1. The People vs. OJ Simpson. The best mini-series I've ever seen, I'm pretty sure. Did so much. Funny, scary, thought-provoking.

2. Westworld. Brilliant world-building. Great characters.

3. Veep. All-timer comedy continuing its all-timer run.

4. Silicon Valley. Might as well be 3B. It's climbing the pantheon of all-time greats rapidly.

5. The Americans. Feels too low. Exceptionally crafted television.

6. Game of Thrones. Most people didn't love this season. I did. Had little-to-no problem with it.

7. Stranger Things. Excellent homage to several things that I love. (Surprised you didn't hit this with a "better than Tarantino," Ba.)

8. This is Us. I haven't seen it consistently, but it's my wife's favorite show, and what I've seen is beautifully done.

9. Brooklyn Nine Nine. As formula as it gets, but I'll be goddamned if I don't consistently laugh every episode.

10. Last Man on Earth. Not even convinced it's a very good show, but I watch because Forte deserves awards accolades for killing it every episode.

>not including mini-series.
>
>
>1. This is Us — Network TV in the HIZZY!!!
>
>2. Westworld — Dense and rewarding.
>
>3. Transparent — Academy gon stop faking on Judith or
>I’mma have to ride of folks.
>
>4. The Affair — They both gon die because they’re families
>are better off. Y’all know this, right?
>
>5. Silicon Valley — I don’t actually laugh at any show
>more than this one.
>6. Veep —This one come close.
>
>7. Broad City — We don’t see enough female losers.
>Equality.
>
>8. Stranger Things — I’m a sucker for the precocious kids
>thing.
>
>9. The Americans — Worst daughter on TV in quite some time.
>
>
>10. Atlanta — One big inside joke…for black people.
>
>11. The Girlfriend Experience — Elvis grandbaby be ACTIN!!!
>
>12. Better Things — Best mother on television. By far.
>
>13. Dem Thrones —Eh, it lost a step. Still great like Rice
>after Sapp tore up his knee tho.
>
>14. Better Call Saul — Didn’t like it as much as the first
>season. Jimmy is REALLY unlikeable.
>
>15. The Jennifer Lewis Show (which some refer to as blackish)
>— She carries an otherwise not that funny show.
>
>16. Insecure — Great performances!
>
>17. Dark Mirror — It could be #1 but some of the episodes
>are so lame. Some damn killer dron bees. Grow up.
>
>18. Casual — They are a mess.
>
>19. Search Party — Worst friends I’ve ever seen.
>
>20. You’re the Worst — I just watch for Kether. I’m sure
>I’ve mentioned it before, but it’s true. She’s the only
>reason.
>
>21. Last Man on Earth — BOOM! jk
>
>22. Divorce — IMO, Thomas Haden Church’s only career
>misstep was playing the Sandman.
>
>23. Shameless — Great finale in an otherwise repetitive
>season.
>
>24. Mr. Robot — Not feeling this past season
>
>25. Luke Cage — Solid effort.
>

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>1. The People vs. OJ Simpson. The best mini-series I've ever
>seen, I'm pretty sure. Did so much. Funny, scary,
>thought-provoking.

best mini-series ever?
Seeing as tho People vs... is an anthology series, you consider this better than the first season of True Detective of Fargo?

>
>2. Westworld. Brilliant world-building. Great characters.
>
>3. Veep. All-timer comedy continuing its all-timer run.
>
>4. Silicon Valley. Might as well be 3B. It's climbing the
>pantheon of all-time greats rapidly.
>
>5. The Americans. Feels too low. Exceptionally crafted
>television.
>
>6. Game of Thrones. Most people didn't love this season. I
>did. Had little-to-no problem with it.
>
>7. Stranger Things. Excellent homage to several things that I
>love. (Surprised you didn't hit this with a "better than
>Tarantino," Ba.)
>
>8. This is Us. I haven't seen it consistently, but it's my
>wife's favorite show, and what I've seen is beautifully done.
>
>9. Brooklyn Nine Nine. As formula as it gets, but I'll be
>goddamned if I don't consistently laugh every episode.
>
>10. Last Man on Earth. Not even convinced it's a very good
>show, but I watch because Forte deserves awards accolades for
>killing it every episode.
>
>>not including mini-series.
>>
>>
>>1. This is Us — Network TV in the HIZZY!!!
>>
>>2. Westworld — Dense and rewarding.
>>
>>3. Transparent — Academy gon stop faking on Judith or
>>I’mma have to ride of folks.
>>
>>4. The Affair — They both gon die because they’re
>families
>>are better off. Y’all know this, right?
>>
>>5. Silicon Valley — I don’t actually laugh at any show
>>more than this one.
>>6. Veep —This one come close.
>>
>>7. Broad City — We don’t see enough female losers.
>>Equality.
>>
>>8. Stranger Things — I’m a sucker for the precocious
>kids
>>thing.
>>
>>9. The Americans — Worst daughter on TV in quite some
>time.
>>
>>
>>10. Atlanta — One big inside joke…for black people.
>>
>>11. The Girlfriend Experience — Elvis grandbaby be
>ACTIN!!!
>>
>>12. Better Things — Best mother on television. By far.
>>
>>13. Dem Thrones —Eh, it lost a step. Still great like Rice
>>after Sapp tore up his knee tho.
>>
>>14. Better Call Saul — Didn’t like it as much as the
>first
>>season. Jimmy is REALLY unlikeable.
>>
>>15. The Jennifer Lewis Show (which some refer to as
>blackish)
>>— She carries an otherwise not that funny show.
>>
>>16. Insecure — Great performances!
>>
>>17. Dark Mirror — It could be #1 but some of the episodes
>>are so lame. Some damn killer dron bees. Grow up.
>>
>>18. Casual — They are a mess.
>>
>>19. Search Party — Worst friends I’ve ever seen.
>>
>>20. You’re the Worst — I just watch for Kether. I’m
>sure
>>I’ve mentioned it before, but it’s true. She’s the
>only
>>reason.
>>
>>21. Last Man on Earth — BOOM! jk
>>
>>22. Divorce — IMO, Thomas Haden Church’s only career
>>misstep was playing the Sandman.
>>
>>23. Shameless — Great finale in an otherwise repetitive
>>season.
>>
>>24. Mr. Robot — Not feeling this past season
>>
>>25. Luke Cage — Solid effort.
>>
>

happiness is a mediocre standard for a middle class existence - S. Williams

I don't not like you because you have dumb ideas about the world, I don't like you because you have other people's dumb ideas about the world. - Rjcc

>20. You’re the Worst — I just watch for Kether. I’m sure
>I’ve mentioned it before, but it’s true. She’s the only
>reason.

It's also really good, but yeah.

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I'm way behind on a lot of shit, which would likely get included if I got around to watching it (Crown, Veep, Horace and Pete, Divorce, Queen Sugar, Baskets, to name a few). I also didn't include The Affair yet, because I'm two episodes behind, and I sorta feel weird because listing it because it's partly in 2016, part in 2017.

Anywho:


1. Bojack Horseman. Best comedy on TV. Amazing how strong it's become. Showcases Will Arnett's greatness and these days I think of Aaron Paul as Todd as much as Jesse Pinkman.

2. Atlanta. One of those rare shows that tells the type of stories that you can't find anywhere else on TV. The big three are my favorite three characters of the year, and honestly Van is likely #4. Shame it's not coming back until 2018.

3. Insecure. More great performances and characters. And more great, unique stories. Also features possibly the best one-note character ever.

4. The Americans. Gritty and heartbreaking stuff.

5. OJ: Made in America. I found the dramatized mini-series a bit overrated, but this docu-series was absolutely excellent. Gives proper context and really delves into the culture of race in America before, during, and after the trial.

6. Stranger Things. Those kids, man.

7. Silicon Valley

8. Better Call Saul

9. The Night Of

10. Westworld

11. Survivor’s Remorse. I might have this too low. On one hand, it missed Mike Epps, who left to do like eight episodes of Uncle Buck. But it still had some amazing episodes of television. The light-skin/dark-skin episode was one of the best things I saw on TV all year.

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pretty sure I don't watch 25 current shows

1. Game of Thrones - still my fav current show and I actually thought this was one of the best seasons

2. Mr Robot - I really enjoyed season 2, look forward to more of this show

3. Stranger Things - really liked the 80s scifi throwback

4. Westworld - the premise still is unbelievable but its entertaining

5. Walking Dead - show is starting to lose my interest tho

6. The Flash - my fav superhero show, despite some cheesiness

7. The X-Files - I enjoyed the comeback, some episodes more than others and hated the cliffhanger but hoping to see more

8. The 100 - guilty plessure aince the beginning, still watching til it ends I guess

Fargo - It's a shame they always drop in the dead of winter but two years in the row it's been fascinating television and imho the best drama of the year. Who else could bring back Bookim da Gawd.

Westworld - While the characterization suffered at time, its nice to have a show handle sci-fi, world building, and mystery and not take any shortcuts with

Game Of Thrones - Only bad thing about this show is the end is near

Fleabag - Short, Sweet, funny and dark...oh so fucking dark. This shouldda got more press. Think of some of the darker but funnier Louie episodes

Atlanta - Glover described it as 'twin peaks with rappers' but it's far from the truth; just a refreshingly funny and realistic portrayal of a group of people rarely allowed to be stereotypical (black southerners)

Mr. Robot - While arguably it didnt have the highs of the first season, still fantastic television and such a darkly entrancing cyberpunk world to live in.

Stranger Things - half the perfect nostalgia trip, half surprisingly smart show. Like when was the last time some weird shit happened in a town and the local cop was like, 'Let me actually investigate what's happening with an open mind as opposed to ignoring all the signs until I get eaten by a space alien/killed by Jason Vorhees/get hit with a lazer'

People Vs OJ Simpson - HOLY SHIT, WHO SAW THIS ONE COMING. Goddamn, it was just perfect tv...smart, timely, well acted, and if you didn't like good acting, travolta was there hamming it up giving you the dash of sleaze you needed.

OJ: Made In America - How the fuck are there two Oj miniseries, both of them some of the best mini-series in years, that tell unique stories and don't step on each other toes?

You're the Worst - Come for the Kether, enjoy how they balance filthy ass comedy and serious mental illness issues.

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>Otherwise I would absolutely had it #1.

It would top everything on this list if it was this year. Erthing.

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but it was without question one of the best things i saw this year.

me and my boys still bring up various parts of it

1. The Night Of - for something I had zero interest in going in, nothing pulled me in faster or had me more vested and engaged.

2. People vs OJ - part of it is nostalgia because damn if this shit didn't take me back. Started off campy as hell then kind of settled in, and continued to deliver and entertain like a mug

3. Game of Thrones - Battle of the Bastards alone was possibly the most amazing hour of television ever ever. I'm not in love with the supernatural element of this show (walkers, etc..). And damn I miss Tywin, (and i can't lie, Joffrey), still top notch imo.

4. Atlanta - So.Fucking.Good.

5. The Americans - most under-watched, underappreciated, not talked about enough consistently excellent show on television

6. The Affair - I'm continually impressed how far they've gone with this. I never thought this show had more than a season in it, but damn if it doesn't keep getting better.

7. Narcos - Second season makes the first season look like a kids movie. Interested where they'll go from here.

8. Better Call Saul - i love this universe .

9. Westworld - top notch, though I felt it personally suffered from every internet theory coming true. One of my favorite shows to talk about with friends and co-workers, but talking about it and theorizing seems to have become more of the experience than the actual show

10. Mr Robot - still dig it but same deal as Westworld.


Almost:

Stranger Things - loved the kids. suffered a bit from over-hype. and what was up with all the "Hey look at this weird gooey shit. Let me walk right into it!" ?

Orange is the New Black - I never care about this show until I'm actually watching.

Shameless - still love this wacky fam. Still in love with Emmy, but it may be time to pull the plug on this one

Vice Principals - good shit. made me finally watch Eastbound and Down which i enjoyed even more

Silicon Valley - consistently hilarious

Haven't seen but on deck:
Bloodline
Cage
Daredevil
Insecure

Shit, maybe I got you mixed up with another OKP from the Billions post but I thought you dug that show enough for it to make your "almost" category at the very least.

Did you watch The Last Panthers mini-series on Sundance? If not, I highly recommend that one. Bosnian, Serbian, French gangster-business/govt stuff. Great cast, too.

Maybe after more OKPs post their lists, we'll see more Better Things and some Rectify mentions. First-rate stuff.

I have a growing list of TV shows I'm saving for when I inevitably have a kid and can't leave the house, necessitating binge-watch material. I reckon I should add Rectify to that list.

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He had it as his #2 show this year, after OJ: Made in America.

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Season 1 is one of my favorite things ever. It's a masterpiece. S2 and S3 were disappointing (but still quality tv) because they didn't have certain things that amazed me in S1. There are people who think it was top tier tv for each of its 4 seasons, but I only hold S1 and S4 in that category. Watch it!

It's a slow paced show in general, but season 2 was a little too slow for most. Season 3 was a huge improvement and season 4 is up to par with the first season.

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I posted about it when it came out, but I guess people don't have the Sundance channel and it's kind of hard to find thru dem torrents.

I'm finishing Season 4 tomorrow but it's definitely some of the best television of last year. Shit, I had to check out Lethal Weapon just because it had my boy Clayne Crawford in it.

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Billions belongs on the actual list. I had a feeling i was forgetting something.

I'd also add Quarry to the almost list.

>Did you watch The Last Panthers mini-series on Sundance? If
>not, I highly recommend that one. Bosnian, Serbian, French
>gangster-business/govt stuff. Great cast, too.
>
>Maybe after more OKPs post their lists, we'll see more Better
>Things and some Rectify mentions. First-rate stuff.

Nice, thanks. I haven't heard of Last Panthers. I'll def look into it. I really liked the first season of Rectify. i caught it about a year and a half ago, but i haven't continued yet

Gillian killed that shit

>7. Narcos - Second season makes the first season look like a
>kids movie. Interested where they'll go from here.

Spoiler warning I suppose for folks that haven't seen the series yet, but the flashbacks and daydreaming scenes with Pablo's partner from the first season didn't bother you? Those scenes DRAAAAGED the drama down during those last couple of episodes. And the scenes with Pablo's father felt so forced to me; almost like it was from another series.

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>>7. Narcos - Second season makes the first season look like
>a
>>kids movie. Interested where they'll go from here.
>
>Spoiler warning I suppose for folks that haven't seen the
>series yet, but the flashbacks and daydreaming scenes with
>Pablo's partner from the first season didn't bother you? Those
>scenes DRAAAAGED the drama down during those last couple of
>episodes. And the scenes with Pablo's father felt so forced to
>me; almost like it was from another series.

The pops stuff didn't bother me. A bit cliché but no big deal. I don't even remember the flashbacks, so I guess they didn't bother me either.

High Maintenance (HBO)
seems like no one's watching this one (I almost didn't because of the premise), but it's a damn gem. beautiful, believable snapshots in perfect 30 minute bites.

Search Party (TBS)
this is getting some critical love, but not enough. they turn some cliches on their head in brilliant ways. fantastic acting from John Reynolds as the boyfriend who starts the season as a cartoonish stereotype but ends up rounding out into a layered, fully-realized character.

Better Things (FX)
it's a god damn travesty that this got instantly labeled and written off as "female Louie." CK's fingerprints are on it, but it's as much owned by Adlon, who finally gets the show she's deserved forever. the acting is great all around but the three daughters OWN their roles.

The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story (FX)
not sure if this was good or ridiculous (probably both), but i couldn't stop watching it. there were laugh-out-loud moments in almost every episode, and you can't say the cast didn't give it their all.

Atlanta (FX)
inventive. authentic. thoughtful. feels like this was the year black television left lazy stereotypes behind and truly matured. along with "Insecure," this one lead the way.

Silicon Valley (HBO)
goddamn pitch-perfect roasting of bay area startup culture that still manages to organically build characters you actually give a damn about. easily the best "classic" sitcom on tv.

Last Chance U (Netflix)
real life "Friday Night Lights." the "characters" they were able to capture in one season of filming at a tiny community college is stunning. i devour any sports-related documentaries and this is among the best i've ever seen.

Horace and Pete (Online/Hulu)
yeah, it's sad. deliciously so. but how can you not admire the balls to even attempt this? Alan Alda CRUSHES and the writing is beautiful and, at times, shockingly personal.


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Westworld (HBO)
there are gaping plot holes, sloppy resolutions, and wildly uneven pacing and acting throughout. the world-building is intriguing enough to stick it out, but this one had major flaws.

The Night Of (HBO)
a cartoonishly absurd resolution ruined what was, in the first few episodes, a beautifully shot, expertly acted, unflinchingly authentic re-envisioning of the american crime procedural.

Veep (HBO)
the reigning queen of tv comedy took a step back this year with a couple awkward/strained framing devices and a general feeling of relentless cruelty (we all come to Veep for the douchebag dialogue, but they leaned too heavily away from the funny for my tastes)

I think the only reason i haven't seen it is because i know it's such a downer, but I am automatically interested in anything Louie does. He's extremely proud of this one.

I'm not good at making lists for subjective takes on art in general, but People of Earth is a very very solid show where it could easily fall off the rails since the premise is fairly shaky on paper. Great writing, a good balance of comedic and dramatic elements/storylines, and none of the actors/actresses are a weak link IMO.

I hope the ratings are solid for the show since I hope this gets picked up for a second season.

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>

>20. You’re the Worst — I just watch for Kether. I’m sure
>I’ve mentioned it before, but it’s true. She’s the only
>reason.
>



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Same as it ever was!

http://i.imgur.com/vPqCzVU.jpg

.

the whole point, and even still, the fact that it is bees is STILL quite relevant.

this makes me hella sad. fuck apple TV forever. thank god Jan. 2 i'm back to basic cable. don't believe the hype y'all rokus, and apple tvs, and netflix, and hulu just can't handle what the oppressors give us with TV

5. Dark Mirror
6. Thrones (I love this season)
7. Mr. Robot (for as annoying as it was, it still had incredible moments)

8. West world
9. Blackish
10. Luke Cage
11. Insecure

also didn't get to watch season two of Better Call Saul

.

>this makes me hella sad. fuck apple TV forever. thank god
>Jan. 2 i'm back to basic cable. don't believe the hype y'all
>rokus, and apple tvs, and netflix, and hulu just can't handle
>what the oppressors give us with TV

FYI, FX is available through Sling TV if you want to stick with the streaming route. Also, prior seasons for the The Americans is on Amazon Prime if you are interested in past seasons as well.

"Sean sparks like John Starks, nah, Sean ball like John Wall" - Rest In Power Forever Sean Price.

the Americans season, might cop the new one just to watch. that's how much i love that series

>15. The Jennifer Lewis Show (which some refer to as blackish)
>— She carries an otherwise not that funny show.

I just saw this; you don't think Laurence Fishburne is her equal on this show? Dude makes me laugh to the point I miss some of the dialog that comes a good minute after he delivers some of his lines. There was brief scene with him playing an elevator porter and I lost it for a solid two minutes. And Deon Cole isn't too bad either, but he's not on the level of Jenifer (only one n) Lewis or Laurence Fishburne.

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>not including mini-series.
>
>
>1. This is Us — Network TV in the HIZZY!!!
>
>2. Westworld — Dense and rewarding.
>
>3. Transparent — Academy gon stop faking on Judith or
>I’mma have to ride of folks.
>
>4. The Affair — They both gon die because they’re families
>are better off. Y’all know this, right?
>
>5. Silicon Valley — I don’t actually laugh at any show
>more than this one.
>6. Veep —This one come close.
>
>7. Broad City — We don’t see enough female losers.
>Equality.
>
>8. Stranger Things — I’m a sucker for the precocious kids
>thing.
>
>9. The Americans — Worst daughter on TV in quite some time.
>
>
>10. Atlanta — One big inside joke…for black people.
>
>11. The Girlfriend Experience — Elvis grandbaby be ACTIN!!!
>
>12. Better Things — Best mother on television. By far.
>
>13. Dem Thrones —Eh, it lost a step. Still great like Rice
>after Sapp tore up his knee tho.
>
>14. Better Call Saul — Didn’t like it as much as the first
>season. Jimmy is REALLY unlikeable.
>
>15. The Jennifer Lewis Show (which some refer to as blackish)
>— She carries an otherwise not that funny show.
>
>16. Insecure — Great performances!
>
>17. Dark Mirror — It could be #1 but some of the episodes
>are so lame. Some damn killer dron bees. Grow up.
>
>18. Casual — They are a mess.
>
>19. Search Party — Worst friends I’ve ever seen.
>
>20. You’re the Worst — I just watch for Kether. I’m sure
>I’ve mentioned it before, but it’s true. She’s the only
>reason.
>
>21. Last Man on Earth — BOOM! jk
>
>22. Divorce — IMO, Thomas Haden Church’s only career
>misstep was playing the Sandman.
>
>23. Shameless — Great finale in an otherwise repetitive
>season.
>
>24. Mr. Robot — Not feeling this past season
>
>25. Luke Cage — Solid effort.
>
Been a good year for TV shows. I still have a lot to catch up with but so far these are the shows I enjoyed the most in 2016

1.Westworld ( HBO) S1
2.Atlanta ( F/X) S1
3. Game of Thrones ( HBO) S6
4.Luke Cage ( Netflix) S1
5.Insecure ( HBO) S1
6.Preacher ( AMC) S1
7.Underground ( USA) S1
8.Daredevil (Netflix) S2
9.Brain Dead ( CBS) S1
10.New blood ( BBC) S1
11. Stranger Things ( Netflix) S1
12. Black Mirror S1
13.Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency ( BBC America) S1
14.Outcast ( Cinemax) S1
15. Search Party ( TBS) S1

Honorable Mentions
iZombie S2
Chance S1
Dark Matter S2
Orphan Black S4
The X-Files S10

time is money, money is time
so i keep 7 o'clock in the bank and gain interest in the hour of God
I'm saving to buy my freedom, God, grant me wings, I'm too fly not to fly _ Saul Williams

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"Everyone has a plan until you punch them in the face. Then they don't have a plan anymore." (c) Mike Tyson

"what's a leader if he isn't reluctant"

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"Everyone has a plan until you punch them in the face. Then they don't have a plan anymore." (c) Mike Tyson

"what's a leader if he isn't reluctant"

My stab (but including Mini-series)...top 20:

1. Atlanta - Outstanding opening season.
2. Billions - I needed a cable tv struggle drama to replace Boardwalk
3. The Night of - Riveting TV
4. Insecure - I loved the female blerd perspective.
5. Silicon Valley - Fun and brilliant tv.
6. Masters of Sex
7. Power
8. Stranger Things
9. Blackish
10. Shameless - Enjoyed seeing Fiona say Eff everybody. Plus everybody grew but Lip (which was odd). Very strong end as well.
11. You're the Worst - I agree on Kether.
12. The Girlfriend Experience - Binged on this when it first came out instead of the week by week. I dig it.
13. The Get Down
14. Luke Cage
15. The People vs OJ - I didn't see it all but what I did was goooood. I'll have to sit through the whole thing at some point.
16. Survivors Remorse - They really need to find a real replacement for Epps
17. The Good Place - Second set of Eps arrives soon (thurs!).
18. Master of None (I saw it this year) - Aziz actually did well.
19. Better Call Saul
20. Fresh off the Boat

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Just in the order they tumbled out of my mind:

Westworld (Unsure if they can keep it up for another series, but this was masterful television - Thandie Newton deserves all the awards)

Transparent (I can't look away from this... I'm not sure if I find it funny, but it is utterly compelling and wrenching at times)

The Affair (Discovered it this year, so catching up a little... Kurosawa arthouse vibes with some good ol' fashioned fucking)

Stranger Things (If there's a best, this might be the best - I want to be 12 again so I can be friends with all these kids)

Game Of Thrones (If there's a contender to Stranger Things is was Season 6 of GoT... back to form, especially with The Door and Battle of the Bastards. Truly cinematic TV.)

Black Mirror (Seems to have found its natural home on Netflix - San Junipero and Nosedive are some of the best Brooker has made)

Mr. Robot (Just about hanging on to the quality and a couple of awesome reveals... I love how they keep the tech believable in this. One of the few hacking shows/films that I don't chew a hole through my cheek watching)

Fleabag (Unexpected and nigh-on perfect. I need more of this.)

Chewing Gum (Another unexpected UK treat... something like Insecure on a Hackney council estate. The sister is legendary.)

Lucha Underground (A wrestling show deserving of a place in a list like this. No Mas between Sexy Star and Mariposa had me yelling at the TV as much as John Snow getting trampled in BOTB)

People Vs OJ Simpson (Campy and kitsch, but solid and compelling. Cuba Gooding Jr did a great job, but Sarah Paulson stood out to me)

Planet Earth II (Iguanas and Racer Snakes. Nuff said.)

The Crown (I'm a sucker for royal history, but not so much for the current monarchy.. enjoyed this a LOT though. Phil the Greek fitted Matt Smith like a glove)

NW (Harrowing, visceral and bleak as FUCK... couldn't look away. My dog tried to attack the TV when the spaniel gets kicked too death)

People Just Do Nothing (Somehow this keeps getting better. LYRICAL BLOW TO THE JAW)

Motherland (Another that took me by surprise. Watched the first episode when I was bored and ended up watching the entire series.. Diane Morgan is one of my favourite comedians right now and Sharon Horgan/Graham Linehan did a great job with the script)

Deutschland '83 (Solid and atmospheric. I love this era of European history, so the style is brilliant, but I feel like it needs a bit more to keep me engaged... reminded me a bit of the first season of The Americans. I have a feeling it'll keep getting better as we get drawn further in.)

Orange Is The New Black (A return to form - Poussey's arc this season was devestating and perfectly timed. Jenji Kohan still got it.)

Mozart In The Jungle (Discovered this around Christmas last year and just finished the second series... this isn't the best sit-com ever made, but it's incredibly enjoyable. Malcolm McClaren is always entertaining and Monica Bellucci had a great turn as La Fiamma this season.

South Park (Another return to form exactly when we needed it from Matt and Trey. Shame nobody listened.)

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forever.

Dirk Gently

Chewing Gum

Underground

Queen Sugar

Insecure

Atlanta

Luke Cage

Mr Robot

Westwood

Preacher

Crazyhead

Black Mirror

Kim's Convenience

This is Us

People of Earth

Blackish

Lethal Weapon

American Horror Story: Roanoke

Braindead

Dark Matter

The Expanse

Killjoys

Stranger Things

The Level

The Magicians

Fleabag


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When you are born, you cry, and the world rejoices. Live so that when you die, you rejoice, and the world cries.
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You cannot hate people for their own good.

I surprisingly loved that show. Definitely on of the best of 2016 for me.

time is money, money is time
so i keep 7 o'clock in the bank and gain interest in the hour of God
I'm saving to buy my freedom, God, grant me wings, I'm too fly not to fly _ Saul Williams

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off the top of my head:

Atlanta
Insecure
Westworld
Luke Cage
Daredevil
Stranger Things
The Get Down
The Flash
Arrow
Agents of SHIELD
Better Call Saul
black-ish
Portlandia
The Last Man on Earth
Star Wars Rebels
People of Earth

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If life is stupendous one cannot also demand that it should be easy. - Robert Musil

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