‘The best thing I’ve seen in my life’ – The Guardian Readers top TV of 2025 so far

for the lazy:

1. Andor (Disney+) – A mature Star Wars series praised for its intelligent depiction of resistance against fascism.

2. MobLand (Paramount+) – A classic-style mob drama featuring Tom Hardy.

3. Common Side Effects (Channel 4) – An animated series with thoughtful writing and a realistic take on a fantastical premise.

4. Severance (Apple TV+) – A dystopian corporate thriller with Kafkaesque undertones.

5. Dept. Q (Netflix) – A Scottish noir crime series based on Danish novels.

6. The Horne Section TV Show (Channel 4) – A quirky comedy from Alex Horne.

7. The Narrow Road to the Deep North (Prime Video) – A moving adaptation of the acclaimed novel.

8. This City Is Ours (BBC One) – A Liverpool-set crime saga likened to a local version of The Godfather.

9. The Eternaut (Netflix) – An Argentine sci-fi drama that’s gaining international attention.

10. The Wheel of Time (Prime Video) – Although canceled, season 2 was celebrated for its strong fantasy storytelling.

11. Shrinking (Apple TV+) – A heartfelt blend of humor and grief.

12. Black Mirror (season 7, Netflix) – Often praised as the series’ best season yet.

13. My Brain: After the Rupture (BBC documentary) – A powerful, emotional exploration of brain injury recovery.