Detroit Free Press critic Julie Hinds celebrates 2025's exceptional TV amid industry challenges and AI advancements, praising shows that entertained and sparked thought.
10: Peacock's 'All Her Fault', a thriller-melodrama with Sarah Snook and Dakota Fanning, echoing 'Knives Out' twists.
9: HBO's 'The Chair Company', Tim Robinson's mystery-comedy about a mall mishap, extending his 'I Think You Should Leave' vibe.
8: Peacock's 'The Paper', a mockumentary on Toledo journalism quirks, featuring an 'Office' alum.
7: Apple TV's 'Down Cemetery Road' (also praised by Deadline), Mick Herron adaptation with Emma Thompson and Ruth Wilson probing intrigue.
6: Apple TV's 'The Studio', Seth Rogen as a studio head navigating art vs. commerce, including a Scorsese pitch gag.
5: Hulu's 'Paradise', Sterling K. Brown as a Secret Service agent in post-apocalyptic flashbacks with James Marsden.
4: Netflix's 'Death by Lightning' (Deadline highlight), limited series on Garfield's assassination starring Michael Shannon, Matthew Macfadyen, and Nick Offerman.
3: Netflix's 'Adolescence' (another Deadline nod), Stephen Graham's one-take psychological drama on teen crime and family.
2: Apple TV's 'Pluribus' (Deadline favorite from Vince Gilligan), Rhea Seehorn as an isolated novelist in cataclysm.
1: HBO's 'Task', Mark Ruffalo-led FBI drug unit story amid Philly's economic woes.