Great TV Shows You Might’ve Missed

With so many shows dropping every week, it’s easy to miss the best ones, especially the quiet hits that don’t make the trending bar.

This section is your cheat sheet for incredible TV series that flew under the radar. Whether it’s a cancelled-too-soon gem or a sleeper hit from a decade ago, every show here is absolutely worth your time.

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The Newsreader (2021)
Drama, Historical drama
A compelling drama that delves into the cutthroat world of 1980s television news, exploring ambition, integrity, and the personal costs of public life.
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The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey (2022)
Drama, Mystery
A poignant exploration of memory and redemption, where a man seizes a fleeting chance to right the wrongs of his past.
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This Is Going to Hurt (2022)
Medical Drama, Comedy, Dark Comedy
A brutally honest and darkly comedic portrayal of life on the NHS frontlines, capturing the highs and lows of a junior doctor’s journey.
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The English (2022)
Drama, Western
A visually stunning Western drama where an Englishwoman and a Native American warrior embark on a journey of vengeance and self-discovery.
We Are Lady Parts (2021
We Are Lady Parts (2021)
Comedy, Drama
A vibrant comedy about an all-female Muslim punk band challenging norms and finding their voices in the London music scene.
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Station Eleven (2021)
Drama, Apocalyptic, Sci-Fi
A poetic, meditative post-apocalyptic drama where survival is just the beginning and art becomes salvation.
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Mr. Inbetween (2018)
Crime, Dark Comedy, Drama
A gritty, darkly comedic Australian series about a hitman balancing crime and family life.
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Black Bird (2022)
Crime, Drama, Thriller
A gripping true-crime drama where a convict must befriend a suspected serial killer to earn his freedom.
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Enlightened (2011)
Comedy, Drama
An awkward, hilarious, and unexpectedly profound story of one woman’s messy journey from meltdown to meaning.
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Halt and Catch Fire (2014)
Drama, Historical drama
A criminally underseen drama tracing the emotional circuitry of the digital age, with more heart than most prestige shows put together.
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Banshee (2013)
Action, Crime, Drama
A brutal, stylish crime saga where a fake sheriff with a bloody past brings justice his own way, fists first, questions never.
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Terriers (2010)
Crime, Comedy, Drama
A witty, low-rent PI duo stumbles into a high-stakes conspiracy in this cult crime gem that deserved a second season.
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Rectify (2013–2016)
Drama, Mystery, Psychological thriller
A deeply human, slow-burn drama about life after death row, Rectify is quiet, haunting, and unforgettable.
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Elsbeth (2024– )
Comedy, Drama, Police procedural
A quirky ex-lawyer unofficially helps NYPD solve crimes with charm, chaos, and one very sharp mind.
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The Penguin (2024)
Crime, Drama
A gritty Batman spin-off chronicling Oswald Cobblepot’s brutal rise to power in Gotham’s criminal underworld. Based on the Matt Reeves The Batman universe.
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The Day of the Jackal (2024)
Thriller, Crime
A contemporary reimagining of the classic thriller, following a master assassin and the MI6 agent determined to stop him.
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Dexter- Original Sin (2024)
Crime, Thriller, Drama
A darkly compelling prequel that follows young Dexter Morgan as he begins his journey toward becoming a serial killer with a code, guided by his father, played brilliantly by Christian Slater.
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Landman (2024– )
Crime, Drama, Western
A gritty exploration of the West Texas oil boom, where power, family, and ambition collide.
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High Potential (2024)
Crime, Comedy, Drama
A single mom with a extremely high IQ becomes an unconventional consultant for the police, bringing fresh perspectives to complex cases.
Ludwig (2024)
Comedy, Mystery
A cryptic crossword setter turned sleuth unravels puzzles and crimes in this witty British detective dramedy.