These Are the Best TV Shows of 2023 (So Far) (2024)

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There were so many good TV shows to watch in 2022, but 2023 might just blow it out of the water with memorable titles. To start off, lots of popular shows returned with new episodes, including The Mandalorian season 3 and Succession's season 4. But there are also a slew of new projects that debuted this year, including Netflix's Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story.

Translation: No matter what your favorite genre is, there's something on this list for you. Whether you're ready to head into the fantasy universe with The Witcher or want to get your nostalgia on with And Just Like That ... , we've got you covered. So start planning your weekly viewing schedule with our roundup of the best TV shows of 2023, because it's already shaping up to be one of the best TV years in history.

Shrinking (Apple TV+)

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When Han Solo and Marshall Eriksen come together for a quirky comedy, you know that it's going to make some great television. Actor Jason Segel portrays therapist Jimmy Laird, who is trying to restart his life after the deaths of his wife and daughter. As he goes through the complex phases of grief, he decides to opt for an approach that lets him tell his clients his true feelings rather than constrained opinions.

Couple Jason's quirky approach to acting with the unexpected yet brilliant comedy from Harrison Ford's Dr. Paul Rhoades, this dramedy is a pure delight to watch.

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1923 (Paramount+)

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As the Yellowstone franchise continues to expand, fans have gotten the opportunity to meet a new generation of Duttons in a prequel dating back to the early stages of what would become the Great Depression.

In another spot on television this year, Harrison Ford portrays Jacob Dutton, the head of the Yellowstone ranch alongside his wife Cara (Helen Mirren). Like all the previous installments, viewers get to witness them experience a number of trials and tribulations, including some that reflect how much the couple grows amid hard times in Montana. Essentially, you're guaranteed more ranch life ... and we wouldn't want it any other way.

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The Mandalorian (Season 3 - Disney+)

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Star Wars' favorite bounty hunter is back for another season, and it's one that has fans in suspense over what's next.

After the events of The Book of Boba Fett, season 3 picks up with Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and Grogu together once more. This time, though, Mando has to find a way to clear his name after he took his helmet off at the end of season 2. This leads him on a quest to reclaim his glory, all while fighting unexpected villains set on destroying him and his already abandoned home world. Throw in a couple of shocking twists, and the newest episodes of The Mandalorian will be the best ones you've seen yet.

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Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story (Netflix)

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Dearest Gentle Reader — Lady Whistledown dropped a new love story upon viewers' laps. Catch up on a dramatized version of the real-life Queen Charlotte (India Amarteifio) and King George III (Corey Mylchreest) who learn how to love one another in the eyes of a very rigid royal court.

As viewers witness an arranged marriage turn into quite the love match, they also learn the background of some pivotal players in the Ton. And as a young Lady Danbury (Arsema Thomas) soon realizes, falling in love can come with consequences that follow a person for the rest of their life.

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Yellowjackets (Season 2 - Showtime)

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When Yellowjackets first debuted in the fall of 2021, the thriller drama starring Christina Ricci and Juliette Lewis wasted no time in delivering a compelling storyline filled with massive chills. It quickly led to a season 2 renewal, which premiered in early March and had a dedicated audience tuning in to see the aftermath of the stranded girls of a New Jersey high school soccer team.

Between learning who the new Antler Queen is, unexpected deaths and a shocking twist during the season finale, folks can only imagine what the latest episodes may conjure up. Well, with the announcement that Yellowjackets got a season 3 renewal, it's best to watch what happens before we accidentally find out anything else that's potentially gruesome ...

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The Last of Us (Max)

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The Last of Us came out in early January, and everyone immediately tuned into HBO to see Pedro Pascal play Joel, a smuggler tasked with escorting Ellie (Bella Ramsey) across an apocalyptic United States. The show was inspired by the popular video game of the same name, and boy, did it feel like viewers stepped into a world that can only be imagined through technology.

Between twists and turns, a surprise ending and the news that it will be back for season 2, The Last of Us will be an adventure you won't wan to miss. As if that's not enough, both Pedro and Bella scored 2023 Emmy Awards nominations for their work in the series. That alone should be a reason to begin streaming!

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The Witcher (Season 3 - Netflix)

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Geralt of Rivia (Henry Cavill) officially came back on Netflix for season 3, and fans couldn't wait to see what was next for the monster hunter.

When folks last saw the fictional character at the end of season 2, he was trapped in a war that had him conflicted over which side to take. While viewers will need to tune in to see how he fares this time around, it's sure to be a ride for anyone into mythical creatures and all things fantasy.

Along with the announcement that Liam Hemsworth will replace Henry Cavill as the main lead in season 4, fans are curious about how the character will play out in season 3's end.

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You (Season 4 - Netflix)

Unlike previous seasons, Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) went international when it came to more thrills in season 4. While fans will definitely recognize some familiar faces throughout the new season (like Lukas Gage from The White Lotus), the main premise focuses on the complicated tale that Joe finds himself in as he tries to restart his life in London.

If seeing the well-versed serial killer trying to accept a new identity isn't enough, a major twist at the end of the season will have fans re-thinking everything they know about Joe. But we won't be the ones giving away all the secrets.

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The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Season 5 - Amazon Prime Video)

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After four years of watching Midge Maisel reinvent herself from a divorced woman into a famous comedienne, her time on the stage has come to an end.

With season 5 being the hit comedy series' final season, fans can see storylines wrap up for the one-time stay-at-home mother. From friendship rifts to an unexpected time jump, one question remains on everyone's mind: do Midge and Lenny finally become a couple after kissing at the end of season 4?

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Succession (Season 4 - Max)

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Succession knows how to keep fans on their toes, right until the last seconds of the show. As the final episodes lead up to who will be named the next leader of Waystar Royco, it's hard not to continue pressing "play" to see what will happen to the Roy family.

Between fans having opinions about which Roy sibling should take over, a cliffhanger that impacts the rest of the season and the usual shenanigans coming from beloved characters (hello, Cousin Greg!), theories feel like moving targets.

What's more, the Roy kids experience the woes of being related to Logan and the cons associated with it, particularly in the relationships department.

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The Bear (Season 2 - Hulu)

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Following a stellar summer debut in 2022, the Jeremy Allen White-led series had everyone shouting "Yes, chef!" at the top of their lungs. Couple that with the fact that our favorite culinary extraordinaire has now set sights on something bigger than ever before, it's only fair fans tune in to see what season 2 brings.

Aside from the drama has garnering critical acclaim, folks will see Carmy continue his dreams of opening his own restaurant. With the unraveling of familial ties and a continued camaraderie with Sydney (Ayo Edibiri), the folks of The Bear continue to surprise us.

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Sweet Magnolias (Season 3 - Netflix)

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It's time to head back to Serenity, because Sweet Magnolias is coming your way with a season 3 this summer. The show is expected to pick up after a drastic cliffhanger that saw Cal Maddox (Justin Bruening) get into a fight with his girlfriend Maddie Townsend (JoAnna Garcia Swisher)'s ex-husband Bill (Chris Klein). As for how the town will pick up the pieces, well, only time will tell.

As JoAnna told Entertainment Tonight in February 2022, that question will be answered sometime in season 3. "[Because] I don't think you can come back months later and say, 'Whatever happened with Helen?' and 'Is Justin in jail?' Why not go big or go home?" she told the outlet.

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The Morning Show (Season 3 - Apple TV+)

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Looking to tune into The Morning Show again? Luckily, the Apple TV+ show, starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, will resume the heart-pumping drama that left folks on the edge of their seats come September 13.

When Reese announced the news in late June, she also gave fans a quick look at her character in the latest set of episodes. "Bradley Jackson is back for round 3 y’all 💪🎉📺💥🤩," she wrote on Instagram.

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When Calls the Heart (Season 10 - Peacock)

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Hallmark fans, Hope Valley is calling our names. The popular period drama will debut a memorable season 10 on July 30. After more than a year since the season 9 finale, the new episodes are sure to leave fans both emotional and suspenseful.

According to an official statement made by star and executive producer Erin Krakow, there will be a lot in store. "This season is full of beautiful moments and exciting twists and turns," she said, per Entertainment Tonight. "I can’t wait for the Hearties to see what we’ve created for them!"

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And Just Like That ... (Season 2 - Max)

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Ready to take on the streets of New York City again? Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte are officially back onscreen and the Sex and the City spin-off is delivering a reinvention of what was originally seen on TV a quarter of a decade ago.

Between familiar faces returning to Carrie's love life, Miranda experiencing a new form of love, Charlotte dealing with parenthood struggles and a surprise from none other than Kim Cattrall's Samantha Jones, it's no wonder people can't get enough of And Just Like That. What's more, new characters add to the drama in the best way possible.

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