In the days of yore, before streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, Max, and the like allowed us to stream our favorite shows whenever we pleased, people used to plan their evenings and weekends around cable schedules. In other words, television has always been among America's most cherished pastimes. These days, modern technology has given us the gift of getting to pick from, oh, just every single TV show ever, all of which are available to watch at any moment of your choosing. And it's overwhelming! We can end up frozen on the couch, endlessly scrolling through Netflix's "New Releases" category, struggling to narrow our options.
That's why we made this list—to narrow things down for you. Whether you love classic TV, iconic sitcoms, award-winning prestige dramas, campy supernatural series, or something in between, you've come to the right place. Behold: the 50 best TV shows of all time.
