Ranked roundup
The best series of 2024
25 ranked · updated September 2026
The television landscape of 2024 has been defined by bold genre-bending narratives, ranging from high-stakes samurai political dramas to vibrant, musical explorations of the afterlife. These standout series capture the year's creative spirit by blending sharp social commentary with deeply imaginative storytelling that resonates across both animation and live-action formats.
How this ranking works
Ranked by a Bayesian-weighted score combining each title's average rating and rating count (minimum 100 ratings to qualify, weighted toward titles with more votes), filtered to series released in 2024.
Hazbin Hotel
Vivienne Medrano
Hazbin Hotel secures the top spot by masterfully balancing dark comedy with a poignant musical exploration of redemption and the inherent potential for change.
Explores: Redemption, Second Chances, Misfit characters.
Dan Da Dan
Dan Da Dan earns its place through a kinetic fusion of supernatural thrills and high school romance that keeps viewers constantly guessing.
Explores: Supernatural Powers, High School, Romance Subplot.
Shōgun
Rachel Kondo
Shōgun is a triumph of historical prestige television, meticulously crafting a complex web of political intrigue and cultural collision in feudal Japan.
Explores: Power Struggle, Cultural Clash, Survival.
X-Men '97
X-Men '97 revitalizes a classic legacy by grounding its high-stakes superhero action in the timeless, pressing themes of prejudice and social acceptance.
Explores: Prejudice and Discrimination, Acceptance, Legacy.
Kaiju No. 8
Kaiju No. 8 excels by pairing its intense monster-hunting premise with a relatable, character-driven story about fulfilling childhood promises against overwhelming odds.
Explores: monster attack, defense force, childhood promise.
The Penguin
Lauren LeFranc
The Penguin delivers a gritty, compelling look at the criminal underworld, fueled by a power vacuum that tests the limits of family loyalty.
Explores: Power Vacuum, Criminal Underworld, Family Loyalty.
Marry My Husband
Shin Yoo-dam
Marry My Husband captivates with its sharp execution of the revenge drama trope, elevated by a clever time-travel mechanic that shifts the power balance.
Explores: Second Chance, Reincarnation, Betrayal.
No One Will Miss Us
No One Will Miss Us provides a refreshing coming-of-age perspective, blending dark humor with the high-stakes reality of illegal teenage business ventures.
Explores: Illegal Business, High School Life, Friendship.
Queen of Tears
Park Ji-eun
Queen of Tears stands out for its sophisticated take on the marital crisis genre, weaving corporate intrigue seamlessly into a heartfelt, evolving romance.
Explores: Marital Crisis, Second Chance Romance, Corporate Intrigue.
Delicious in Dungeon
Delicious in Dungeon earns its rank by subverting fantasy tropes through a unique culinary lens, making every dungeon crawl feel fresh and appetizing.
Explores: Dungeon Crawling, Monster Hunting, Culinary Adventure.
Maxton Hall – The World Between Us
Maxton Hall – The World Between Us excels as a quintessential teen drama, expertly navigating the tension between class differences and forbidden romantic attraction.
Explores: Forbidden Love, Class Differences, Private School.
Light Shop
Kang Full
Light Shop offers a haunting, atmospheric reflection on grief and the afterlife, distinguishing itself through a unique supernatural mystery premise that lingers long after.
Explores: Grief, Loss, The Afterlife.
Fallout
Graham Wagner
Fallout captures the essence of post-apocalyptic survival by pairing its bleak, retro-futuristic setting with biting social commentary and sharp, dark humor.
Explores: Social Stratification, Survival, Moral Ambiguity.
The Judge from Hell
Jo Yi-soo
The Judge from Hell thrives on its exploration of moral ambiguity, pitting a self-serving supernatural entity against the traditional pursuit of legal justice.
Explores: Moral Ambiguity, Justice vs. Revenge, Power Dynamics.
Miss Night and Day
Lee Hyung-min
Miss Night and Day leverages its body-swap premise to create a compelling workplace mystery that poignantly addresses themes of identity and career struggles.
Explores: Age Transformation, Identity Crisis, Career Struggles.
Dragon Ball DAIMA
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Transformation, Quest for Cure, Teamwork.
Dexter: Original Sin
Clyde Phillips
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Vigilante Justice, Moral Code, Dual Identity.
Jurassic World: Chaos Theory
Scott Kreamer
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Dinosaur survival, Conspiracy, Friendship.
Beauty in Black
Tyler Perry
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Wealth disparity, Human trafficking, Power dynamics.
Senna
Vicente Amorim
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Fame and Fortune, Tragedy, Overcoming Adversity.
Landman
Taylor Sheridan
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Oil Industry, Class Conflict, Environmental Impact.
Ranma1/2
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Transformation, Accidental Transformation, Martial Arts Tournament.
High Potential
Drew Goddard
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Unlikely Partnerships, Brilliant Outsider, Single Parent.
The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live
Andrew Lincoln
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Survival, Love and Loss, Rebuilding Civilization.
Doctor Slump
Oh Hyun-jong
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Second Chance Romance, Career Burnout, Rival to Lovers.
Common questions
What are the best animated series of 2024?
The top animated series of 2024 include the musical dark comedy Hazbin Hotel, the supernatural action series Dan Da Dan, the superhero revival X-Men '97, the monster-hunting adventure Kaiju No. 8, and the unique gourmet fantasy series Delicious in Dungeon.
Are there any good revenge dramas from 2024?
Yes, Marry My Husband is a highly-rated series featuring a revenge plot sparked by a time-travel twist. Additionally, The Judge from Hell explores themes of justice and revenge through the lens of a supernatural legal drama.
What are some highly-rated Korean dramas released in 2024?
Notable 2024 Korean dramas include the revenge-focused Marry My Husband, the corporate romance Queen of Tears, the supernatural mystery Light Shop, the fantasy legal drama The Judge from Hell, and the body-swap comedy Miss Night and Day.