Ranked roundup
The best series of 2024
25 ranked · updated July 2026
The television landscape of 2024 has been defined by bold genre-bending narratives that challenge traditional storytelling boundaries. From the subversive musical redemption arcs of the underworld to the high-stakes cultural clashes of historical epics, these standout series demonstrate a remarkable commitment to character evolution and visionary world-building across every genre.
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 earns its place through a daring fusion of musical theater and dark comedy that breathes fresh, chaotic life into the concept of eternal redemption.
Explores: Redemption, Second Chances, Misfit characters.
Dan Da Dan
Dan Da Dan secures its rank by masterfully balancing hyper-kinetic supernatural action with a surprisingly tender and heartfelt exploration of burgeoning adolescent romance.
Explores: Supernatural Powers, High School, Romance Subplot.
Shōgun
Rachel Kondo
Shōgun stands as a masterclass in historical drama, utilizing meticulous production design and complex political maneuvering to depict a profound and visceral cultural collision.
Explores: Power Struggle, Cultural Clash, Survival.
X-Men '97
X-Men '97 succeeds by honoring its legacy while elevating the source material through sophisticated examinations of prejudice and the heavy burden of social acceptance.
Explores: Prejudice and Discrimination, Acceptance, Legacy.
Kaiju No. 8
Kaiju No. 8 earns its spot by grounding the massive scale of monster combat in the relatable, human struggle of fulfilling a long-held childhood promise.
Explores: monster attack, defense force, childhood promise.
The Penguin
Lauren LeFranc
The Penguin delivers a gritty, uncompromising character study that thrives on the tension of a criminal power vacuum and the complexities of familial loyalty.
Explores: Power Vacuum, Criminal Underworld, Family Loyalty.
Marry My Husband
Shin Yoo-dam
Marry My Husband captivates by turning the revenge drama genre on its head, using a time-travel premise to facilitate a deeply satisfying personal transformation.
Explores: Second Chance, Reincarnation, Betrayal.
No One Will Miss Us
No One Will Miss Us captures the essence of nineties coming-of-age stories through a sharp, dark comedic lens focused on the intersection of school life and illicit enterprise.
Explores: Illegal Business, High School Life, Friendship.
Queen of Tears
Park Ji-eun
Queen of Tears excels by blending high-stakes corporate intrigue with the emotional vulnerability required to navigate a crumbling marriage and a second chance at love.
Explores: Marital Crisis, Second Chance Romance, Corporate Intrigue.
Delicious in Dungeon
Delicious in Dungeon is a unique triumph that transforms the standard fantasy quest into an inventive culinary adventure centered on the art of monster preparation.
Explores: Dungeon Crawling, Monster Hunting, Culinary Adventure.
Maxton Hall – The World Between Us
Maxton Hall – The World Between Us earns its spot by expertly executing the classic tropes of forbidden romance within a high-pressure private school environment.
Explores: Forbidden Love, Class Differences, Private School.
Light Shop
Kang Full
Light Shop resonates through its haunting and atmospheric exploration of grief, expertly weaving the boundaries between the living and the dead into a compelling mystery.
Explores: Grief, Loss, The Afterlife.
Fallout
Graham Wagner
Fallout earns its place by perfectly translating a beloved retro-futuristic aesthetic into a biting social satire that examines survival in a lawless, irradiated wasteland.
Explores: Social Stratification, Survival, Moral Ambiguity.
The Judge from Hell
Jo Yi-soo
The Judge from Hell creates a gripping narrative tension by forcing a collision between a self-serving supernatural judge and a detective driven by victim advocacy.
Explores: Moral Ambiguity, Justice vs. Revenge, Power Dynamics.
Miss Night and Day
Lee Hyung-min
Miss Night and Day shines by utilizing a creative body-swap premise to explore the professional and personal identity crises faced by a struggling job seeker.
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.
Senna
Vicente Amorim
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Fame and Fortune, Tragedy, Overcoming Adversity.
Ranma1/2
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Transformation, Accidental Transformation, Martial Arts Tournament.
Landman
Taylor Sheridan
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Oil Industry, Class Conflict, Environmental Impact.
High Potential
Drew Goddard
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Unlikely Partnerships, Brilliant Outsider, Single Parent.
Doctor Slump
Oh Hyun-jong
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Second Chance Romance, Career Burnout, Rival to Lovers.
The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live
Andrew Lincoln
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Survival, Love and Loss, Rebuilding Civilization.
Mr. Plankton
Hong Jong-chan
A standout among the best series of 2024.
Explores: Misfortune, Second Chance Romance, Terminal Illness.
Common questions
What are the best supernatural anime series of 2024?
The top-rated supernatural anime series this year include Dan Da Dan, which features paranormal threats and superpowers, and Delicious in Dungeon, a unique fantasy series involving dungeon exploration and culinary adventures with monsters.
Are there any good revenge dramas released in 2024?
Yes, Marry My Husband is a standout revenge drama where a woman travels ten years into the past to seek retribution against those who betrayed her, alongside The Judge from Hell, which explores justice and revenge.
Which 2024 series should I watch for high-stakes political drama?
Shōgun is the premier choice for political drama, depicting the intense power struggles of Japan in the year 1600. Additionally, The Penguin offers a compelling look at a power vacuum within a criminal underworld.