The writers and actors strikes have already made 2023 an historic year for the TV and film industry. But more than anything, the past few months have been filled with shows that will also long be remembered.
Now that we’re in the peak of the summer, the TV Insider staff is looking back on shows that have come out this year and pinpointing our favorites. While several selections are the final seasons of long-beloved shows (can you believe Succession and Barry ended the same night?) and brand new titles, we’ve been delighted by the handful of shows that have avoided mid-series slumps with their new episodes. It’s not everyday that you see a series outdo itself years into its run.
Shows had to have released the majority of their seasons in 2023 to be considered. Here, the TV Insider staff shares their picks for the best shows of 2023 so far (in alphabetical order) and why we love them so much. Keep checking this list, as we’ll be updating it throughout the year (yes, there is still scripted TV on the horizon!).