10 of the best and 10 of the worst TV shows that came out this year

Meghan CookJan 16, 2024, 09:57 IST

Several winning and underwhelming series hit networks and streaming services this year.Amazon Studios; Max

This year brought a new lineup of comedies, dramas, thrillers, and docuseries.
Some of the worst-reviewed shows of the year included "Queen Cleopatra" and "Saint X."

Plenty of new series entertained fans this year. But according to critics, some were better than others.

Here are the best and worst TV shows of 2023, according to critic scores.

Critics loved the highbrow drama “Drops of God.”

Tomohisa Yamashita and Fleur Geffrier on "Drops of God."Apple TV+

“A Small Light” added new layers to the legendary story of Anne Frank.

Bel Powley on "A Small Light."Disney+/National Geographic

The mockumentary “Cunk on Earth” had critics rolling with laughter.

Diane Morgan on "Cunk on Earth."Netflix/BBC

The Australian comedy “Deadloch” offered a refreshing change of pace for crime fans.

Kate Box as Dulcie Collins and Nina Oyama as Abby Matsuda on "Deadloch."Amazon Prime Video

Critics tore through “Beef” in a matter of days.

Ali Wong and Steven Yeun on "Beef."Andrew Cooper/Netflix

“Gen V” expands on the world of “The Boys” with dark wit.

Jaz Sinclair on "Gen V."Amazon Studios

Critics said “I’m A Virgo” was bursting with creativity.

Jharrel Jerome on "I'm a Virgo."Amazon Prime Video

“Telemarketers” pulled back the curtain on a nationwide con.

"Telemarketers" used old footage and present-day interviews to tell the true story. HBO

Critics said period drama “Transatlantic” had a classic Hollywood flair.

Lucas Englander and Deleila Piasko on "Transatlantic."Anika Molnar/Netflix

The charm of “Platonic” was undeniable.

Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne on "Platonic."Paul Sarkis/Apple TV+

On the other hand, critics were completely split on “Digman!”

Andy Samberg voiced the titular character on "Digman!"Comedy Central

Critics felt like a great cast was wasted on “Secret Invasion.”

Emilia Clarke on "Secret Invasion."Gareth Gatrell/Marvel Studios

“Citadel” had high ambitions but felt clunky to critics.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas on "Citadel."Amazon Prime Video

Critics were left unimpressed by the “True Lies” reboot.

Steve Howey and Ginger Gonzaga on "True Lies."CBS

Bad reviews rolled in left and right for “Velma.”

Mindy Kaling voiced the titular character on "Velma."HBO Max

Critics called “Florida Man” an overstuffed crime drama.

Edgar Ramírez on "Florida Man"Jackson Lee Davis/Netflix

With countless superhero shows on the market, “Gotham Knights” fell to the bottom rung.

Oscar Morgan and Olivia Rose Keegan on "Gotham Knights."The CW

Critics said “The Idol” lacked any semblance of self-awareness.

Lily-Rose Depp as Jocelyn on "The Idol."HBO

“Saint X” left critics unsatisfied on many levels.

Jayden Elijah and West Duchovny on "Saint X."Paloma Alegria/Hulu

Critics didn't know what to make of “Queen Cleopatra.”

Adele James played the titular ruler on "Queen Cleopatra."Netflix

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