Millennial Television/Series (2024)
A Millennial’s Guide to Scripted Television
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- CreatorDavid SimonStarsDominic WestLance ReddickSonja SohnThe Baltimore drug scene, as seen through the eyes of drug dealers and law enforcement.In the highly coveted and divisive position, Greatest of All Time (GOAT). As a criminology student during its initial airing, I liked the in-depth portrayals of conditions procedures outcomes(which was like extra credit to my studies). David Simon’s seminal work in the re-mix of journalism and storytelling—also the start of my healthy relationship with HBO.
- CreatorDavid ChaseStarsJames GandolfiniLorraine BraccoEdie FalcoNew Jersey mob boss Tony Soprano deals with personal and professional issues in his home and business life that affect his mental state, leading him to seek professional psychiatric counseling.You can’t mention HBO without this groundbreaking show coming to mind. Despite the genre and subject matter, quite reflective of the American zeitgeist of the times.
- StarsScott GrimesDamian LewisRon LivingstonThe story of Easy Company of the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division and their mission in World War II Europe, from Operation Overlord to V-J Day.This was #1 on my list for some time, it’s only ranked lower now because of the limited mini series status. A lot more shows had more ample opportunity to “flex their chops.” Let's see how the spiritual sequel, 'Masters of the Air,' fares later this year.
- CreatorCraig MazinStarsJessie BuckleyJared HarrisStellan SkarsgårdIn April 1986, the city of Chernobyl in the Soviet Union suffers one of the worst nuclear disasters in the history of mankind. Consequently, many heroes put their lives on the line in the following days, weeks and months.This show was a darling during its awards season for a reason, sweeping 2019 like Soviet newswires on the actual disaster.
- StarsCosmo JarvisAnna SawaiTadanobu AsanoWhen a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies.This fictionalized historical drama recreates Sengoku Japan as the Tokugawa Shogunate comes into power. Rare that a show breaks into my top 10 within just watching the first half of a season--it's that good.
- CreatorNoah HawleyStarsBilly Bob ThorntonMartin FreemanAllison TolmanVarious chronicles of deception, intrigue, and murder in and around frozen Minnesota. All of these tales mysteriously lead back one way or another to Fargo, North Dakota.Noah Hawley’s interpretation of Coen storytelling, what else is there to say, near perfection.
- CreatorJesse ArmstrongStarsNicholas BraunBrian CoxKieran CulkinThe Roy family is known for controlling the biggest media and entertainment company in the world. However, their world changes when their father steps down from the company.Prior to this show, Jesse Armstrong, was notorious mostly in English humor and political comedies. ‘Sucession’ takes all that wonderful experience and turns it on the fictional Roys of 1% America.
- CreatorMatthew WeinerStarsJon HammElisabeth MossVincent KartheiserA drama about one of New York's most prestigious ad agencies at the beginning of the 1960s, focusing on one of the firm's most mysterious but extremely talented ad executives, Donald Draper.‘The Sopranos’ alumni, Matt Weiner’s stories of mid-century America through an oughts lens was another groundbreaking show. This and TWD really put AMC television on viewers’ radars.
- CreatorCharlie BrookerStarsWunmi MosakuMonica DolanDaniel LapaineFeaturing stand-alone dramas -- sharp, suspenseful, satirical tales that explore techno-paranoia -- "Black Mirror" is a contemporary reworking of "The Twilight Zone" with stories that tap into the collective unease about the modern world.This multi-genre anthology will make you fear and love technology.
- CreatorSteven KnightStarsCillian MurphyPaul AndersonSophie RundleA gangster family epic set in 1900s England, centering on a gang who sew razor blades in the peaks of their caps, and their fierce boss Tommy Shelby.Steven Knight’s early 20th century England made TV history, both literally and figuratively. The theme song alone carries the show into memory.
- CreatorLeonardo FasoliStefano BisesRoberto SavianoStarsSalvatore EspositoMarco D'AmoreIvana LotitoCiro disregards tradition in his attempt to become the next boss of his crime syndicate. The internal power struggle puts him and his entire family's life at risk.You might notice a strong affinity for crime dramas in my top picks, but Roberto Saviano’s Gomorra really does shine light on Europe and its deep criminal institutions. Some of the drama may be over-the-top, but what is expected of a real-er Italian ‘The Sopranos.’
- CreatorEric KripkeStarsKarl UrbanJack QuaidAntony StarrA group of vigilantes set out to take down corrupt superheroes who abuse their superpowers.This parody of the super-heroes journey would anger Joseph Campbell but we love it for that and the not-so-subtle satirical social commentary.
- CreatorSeth RogenEvan GoldbergEric KripkeStarsJaz SinclairLizze BroadwayMaddie PhillipsFrom the world of "The Boys" comes "Gen V," which explores the first generation of superheroes to know that their super powers are from Compound V. These heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test competing for the school's top ranking.‘The Boys’ spin-off with the same team? Sold.
- CreatorDaniel AbrahamMark FergusTy FranckStarsSteven StraitDominique TipperWes ChathamThe disappearance of rich-girl-turned-political-activist links the lives of Ceres detective, accidental ship captain and U.N. politician. Amidst political tension between Earth, Mars and the Belt, they unravel the greatest conspiracy.I got onto the bandwagon late, starting with the show then to the books. This Amazon Prime exclusive brought hard sci-fi to American audiences, but the story still had momentum to become a global cult favorite. Sadly, they ended the show early even though they only covered the first 6 books in the series.
- CreatorDonald GloverStarsDonald GloverBrian Tyree HenryLaKeith StanfieldEarn and his cousin, Alfred, try to make their way in the world through Atlanta's rap scene. Along the way they come face-to-face with social and economic issues touching on race, relationships, poverty, status and parenthood.Childish Gambino and Hiro Murai’s surreal Atlanta brings humble laughs with the satire. Watching this show reminded me to one day return to Fulton County, GA.
- CreatorJemaine ClementStarsKayvan NovakMatt BerryNatasia DemetriouA look into the nightly lives of four vampires who have lived together on Staten Island for over a century.They took the original film comedy and ran with it. One of my favorite sit-back and laugh shows. Who knew about Kiwi humor and didn’t put more to get it out in the World earlier…?!
- CreatorAsim ChaudhryHugo ChegwinAllan MustafaStarsAllan MustafaHugo ChegwinAsim ChaudhryA mockumentary series about a group of failed MCs from West London and their passion for pirate radio.Take the British humor of ‘Peep Show’ and combine the workplace satire of ‘The Office’ and ‘The IT Crowd’ mixed within hip-hop culture, it may not hold mass appeal, but I love the irony projected in the show.
- CreatorPaul FeigStarsLinda CardelliniJohn Francis DaleyJames FrancoA high school mathlete starts hanging out with a group of burnouts while her younger brother navigates his freshman year.A platform that launched the careers of so many greats in modern comedy, disappointingly canceled in its first season.
- CreatorMitchell HurwitzStarsJason BatemanMichael CeraPortia de RossiLevel-headed son Michael Bluth takes over family affairs after his father is imprisoned. But the rest of his spoiled, dysfunctional family are making his job unbearable.Another innovative comedy, we wouldn’t have the same satirical laughs in the modern day without it. Shame it was canceled and relegated to Netflix to wither and…
- CreatorGreg DanielsRicky GervaisStephen MerchantStarsSteve CarellJenna FischerJohn KrasinskiA mockumentary on a group of typical office workers, where the workday consists of ego clashes, inappropriate behavior, tedium and romance.Considered one of the greatest workplace comedies in television history. The mockumentary style shines with this show.
- CreatorGreg DanielsMichael SchurStarsAmy PoehlerJim O'HeirNick OffermanThe absurd antics of an Indiana town's public officials as they pursue sundry projects to make their city a better place.One of the best on American public access, lots of comedic careers in television gained notoriety from here.
- CreatorDan HarmonStarsJoel McHaleDanny PudiDonald GloverA suspended lawyer is forced to enroll in a community college with an eccentric staff and student body.Dan Harmon’s early testing ground for sitcom laughs, the first few seasons with Harmon in lead are some of the best.
- CreatorJesse ArmstrongSam BainAndrew O'ConnorStarsDavid MitchellRobert WebbMatt KingMark and Jez are a couple of twenty-something roommates who have nothing in common - except for the fact that their lives are anything but normal. Mayhem ensues as the pair strive to cope with day-to-day life.One of Britain’s best comedy sitcoms, Jesse Armstrong really found his voice here, prior to his American success, 'Succession.'
- CreatorRicky GervaisStephen MerchantStarsRicky GervaisMartin FreemanMackenzie CrookThe story of an office that faces closure when the company decides to downsize its branches. A documentary film crew follow staff and the manager David Brent as they continue their daily lives.The original with Ricky Gervais, what else do you need to know?
- StarsChris O'DowdRichard AyoadeKatherine ParkinsonThe comedic misadventures of Roy, Moss and their grifting supervisor Jen, a rag-tag team of IT support workers at a large corporation headed by a hotheaded yuppie.Another workplace gem, appreciate your geeks at work.