Top 25 Best TV Shows 2015

Hello fellow TV show’s lovers, this is an especially interesting list, we will take a look at the best TV shows for 2015.

There are some that still haven’t started airing, a good deal that just started and some that are already our favorites and long enough on air. Let’s start!

Best TV Shows in 2015

How to Get Away with Murders - imageHow to Get Away with Murder

Created by: Peter Nowalk
Genre: Legal Drama
Running Time: 43 mins
Original Channel: ABC

How to Get Away with Murder was created by Peter Nowalk, it’s one of the newest episodes on this list. It started airing few month ago. Viola Davis stars in this new legal drama.

A criminal defense professor with his ambitious law students create a great plot for a murder that will change their lives.

The reception so far has been quite positive. 14 million people saw the premiere. 7 episodes have been aired so far.

Grey's Anatomy - pictureGrey’s Anatomy

Created by: Shonda Rhimes
Genre: Medical Drama
Running Time: 43 mins
Original Channel: ABC

Grey’s Anatomy is a medical drama that has been on air for more than a decade. The series was created by Shonda Rhimes. 11 seasons so far and still running.

We take a deeper look into the private and professional lives of interns and doctors. It’s one of the best medical dramas ever created.

A related show to this one is Private Practice, make sure to check that one as well.

The Flash - imageThe Flash

Created by: Geoff Johns, Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg
Genre: Superhero
Running Time: 43 mins
Original Channel: The CW

The Flash was developed by Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg, and Geoff Johns. There have been 4 episodes so far, the show is based on DC Comics.

Barry Allen is a forensic scientist, he fights evil in Central City as a super-fast superhero. Grant Gustin plays the protagonist in this drama, he received so criticism for the job done thus far.

As far as related shows go, I would recommend Arrow…a show that is included in this list.

Two and a Half Men - imageTwo and a Half Men

Created by: Chuck Lorre, Lee Aronsohn
Genre: Sitcom
Running Time: 21 mins
Original Channel: CBS

Two and a Half Men is a work of Chuck Lorre and Lee Aronsohn, the show has 12 seasons behind it. It got instantly very successful with the brilliant performance of Charlie Sheen. After he got fired the show experienced a big dip in ratings.

A jingle writer’s life gets interrupted when his brother along with his son move in his beach house. Charlie is a chick magnet who doesn’t really care much for anything else.

The show keeps on going, it’s a great sitcom.

Once Upon a Time - imageOnce Upon a Time

Created by: Edward Kitsis, Adam Horowitz
Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
Running Time: 43 mins
Original Channel: ABC

Once Upon a Time started airing in 2011, the series was created by Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz. An episode usually runs for about 43 minutes.

Fairy tales are possible, a woman with a troubled past visits a small town in Maine.

Once Upon a Time in Wonderland is a spin off series that aired last year, it is definetely worth mentioning. Ginnifer Goodwin and Jennifer Morrison play the main characters in this drama.

The Big Bang Theory - pictureThe Big Bang Theory

Created by: Chuck Lorre, Bill Prady
Genre: Sitcom
Running Time: 18-22 mins
Original Channel: CBS

The Big Bang Theory has been on air since 2007. Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, and Johny Galecki are one of the main characters of the show. The show has 167 episodes behind it.

Sheldon and Leonard are roommates, their lives change drastically when they get a new neighbor, Penny moves to LA in order to become an actress. Leonard falls for her while Sheldon’s character keeps surprising us and making us laugh every episode.

May this show last as long as possible, it has a huge fan base and there is a very good reason for that.

Gotham - imageGotham

Created by: Bruno Heller
Genre: Crime Drama
Running Time: 44-49 mins
Original Channel: Fox

Gotham was developed by Bruno Heller, the characters are from DC comics. It is a new series, only 7 episodes so far.

The protagonist of the show is surprisingly James Gordon, Bruce Wayne is just a kid, the series is set just after the murder of the Wayne’s. We see a lot of villains in their early stages.

The show is receiving a lot of praise, it is definitely worth you giving it a try.

The Walking Dead - imageThe Walking Dead

Created by: Frank Darabont
Genre: Horror
Running Time: 42-45 mins
Original Channel: AMC

The Walking Dead is developed by Frank Darabont, it’s based on The Walking Dead by Robert Kirkman, Charlie Adlard, and Tony Moore.

Rick Grimes is a police detective leading a group of people in a zombie apocalypse. It’s the best zombie series at the moment, if you like zombies then you will surely enjoy this one.

There are 5 seasons and 55 episodes of this show so far, it’s been praised a lot and is as expected one of the best shows for 2015.

The Mentalist - imageThe Mentalist

Created by: Bruno Heller
Genre: Crime Drama
Running Time: 40-44 mins
Original Channel: CBS

The Mentalist is a creation of Bruno Heller, thus far there have been 138 episodes, it started airing in 2008.

After “Red John” murdered his wife and daughter, Patrick Jane, a famous psychic starts working for the FBI as a consultant in order to catch the madmen.

This is another show that has been around for a while, no surprises for it being on the list.

Game of Thrones - photoGame of Thrones

Created by: David Benioff, D.B. Weiss
Genre: Fantasy
Running Time: 50-65 mins
Original Channel: HBO

Game of Thrones is based on the books from George R.R. Martin, the show is being developed by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. 4 seasons have passed, there are 10 episodes in each season.

Westeros is a mythical land where many battle for the Iron Throne. In this fictional world there are Dragons, White Walkers, Giants and many more nonexistent creatures.

Game of Throne’s fifth seasons is one of the most expected ones, this is definitely one of the best shows at the moment.

The Good Wife - imageThe Good Wife

Created by: Robert King, Michelle King
Genre:Political Drama
Running Time: 43 mins
Original Channel: CBS

The Good Wife was created by the married couple King. It started airing in 2009, so far there have been 119 episodes. Julianna Margulies plays the protagonist of the show and does that exceptionally well.

Alicia’s husband goes to prison after a humiliating sex scandal. She has to start providing for her family again and for that reason, Alicia goes back to the law firm.

The Good Wife was an easy choice when I was making the list, another very good series that you should definitely watch.

The Last Man on Earth - pictureThe Last Man on Earth

Created by: Will Forte
Genre: Science Fiction, Comedy
Running Time: 22 mins
Original Channel: Fox

The Last Man on Earth will start airing in 2015, it is one of the most expected new series, combining comedy and science fiction sound very promising.

Will the human race survive? the answer to that question lies in the hands of two men who can’t stand each-other.

I cannot wait for this one to start airing, make sure you watch it.

Glee - photoGlee

Created by: Ian Brennan, Brad Falchuk, Ryan Murphy
Genre: Musical
Running Time: 40-48 mins
Original Channel: Fox

Glee has 5 seasons and 108 episodes behind it, the show started airing in 2009. The Glee Project is a related show that you might enjoy as well. Dianna Agron and Jacob Artist are the main characters among others.

High School can be difficult, that is why many of the students join the Glee club where they find their voice, strength and much more.

Glee is probably the best musical at the moment and as such it deserves to be on the list. If you like musicals then you should watch this one.

Sherlock - pictureSherlock

Created by: Mark Gatiss, Steven Moffat
Genre: Crime Drama
Running Time: 85-90 mins
Original Channel: BBC One

Sherlock started airing in 2010, so far there have been only 9 episodes of this fantastic series. Benedict Cumberbatch plays Sherlock Holmes while Martin Freeman portrays Dr. John Watson.

The setting is set in modern London, Sherlock solves cases that the police fails to, James Moriarty is Sherlock’s biggest foe, their rivalry is one of the best ever put on film.

There will be more from this exquisite series, but we are growing impatient.

Arrow - pictureArrow

Created by: Greg Berlanti, Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg
Genre: Superhero
Running Time: 43 mins
Original Channel: The CW

Arrow is developed by Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg, and Greg Berlanti. The characters are from DC Comics, Stephen Amell plays the protagonist of this mystery science fiction.

Oliver Queen is a billionaire, he is presumed dead when his yacht goes missing, 5 years later he returns with new abilities, he has been on an deserted island all this time.

It’s a great superhero series, I am sure you will enjoy it.

Mad Men - pictureMad Men

Created by: Matthew Weiner
Genre: Period Drama
Running Time: 47 mins
Original Channel: AMC

Mad Men was created by Matthew Weiner, the show has 7 seasons and 85 episodes. Jon Hamm plays the protagonist of the series. The series started airing in 2007 and I am sure that by now almost everyone has heard of it, smoking cigarettes and drinking scotch has never been cooler.

Being an advertiser became a popular profession after this show started airing, Donald Draper is a mysterious and very successful man, he has a certain way with the ladies and is definitely going to become one of your favorite TV characters.

Another very popular series that has been on air for some time, I am sure you all were expecting it to be here.

NCIS - imageNCIS

Created by: Donald P. Bellisario, Don McGill
Genre: Action, Drama
Running Time: 42-44 mins
Original Channel: CBS

NCIS was created by both Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill. This series has been on air since 2003, so far it has produced 264 episodes, impressive!

NCIS stands for Naval Criminal Investigative Service, it portrays the way that murders are handled, a lot of technology and finding evidence where no one would expect it to be.

It’s one of the series with the most episodes, perhaps even the winner in that category. Nevertheless, as far as they produce more they will be on these kinds of lists.

Better Call Saul - imageBetter Call Saul

Created by: Vince Gilligan, Peter Gould
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Running Time: 60 mins
Original Channel: AMC

Better Call Saul is a new drama that will start airing in 2015, the show was created by Peter Gould and Vince Gilligan, the same man that is responsible for one of the best series of all time, Breaking Bad.

It’s a spin off from Breaking Bad, Saul Goodman is a lawyer in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This fantastic character from Breaking Bad deservedly gets his own show.

The premiere is scheduled for February, 2015. Make sure you tune in.

The Mysteries of Laura - pictureThe Mysteries of Laura

Created by: Carlos Villa, Jeff Rake, Javier Holgado
Genre: Police Procedural
Running Time: 44 mins
Original Channel: NBC

The Mysteries of Laura is being developed by Jeff Rake, Carlos Villa, and Javier Holgado. The show started airing this year, so far there have been 8 episodes.

Laura is a single mother with thins, she solves all the cases that come her way. She has an ex-husband who is a police detective who doesn’t help in the slightest.

It’s a great series that you should start watching, you are 8 episodes behind! what are you waiting for?

The Vampire Diaries - posterThe Vampire Diaries

Created by: Kevin Williamson, Julie Plec
Genre: Supernatural Drama
Running Time: 43 mins
Original Channel: The CW

The Vampire Diaries is developed by Julie Plec and Kevin Williamson, it started airing in 2009, thus far there are 117 episodes. The main cast includes Nina Dobrev, Paul Wesley, and Ian Somerhalder.

Elena Gilbert is a teenage girl who falls for a vampire who is 163 years old. For things to get even more complicated, his brother joins in…she is torn between the two of them.

The Vampire Diaries is a great fantasy romance series. The ratings have been quite positive.

Stalker - imageStalker

Created by: Kevin Williamson
Genre: Procedural
Running Time: 42 mins
Original Channel: CBS

Stalker was created by Kevin Williamson, it started airing this year, so far there are 6 episodes. Maggie Q and Dylan McDermott are the leading characters of this new thriller.

Detectives are on the run for stalkers. The setting takes place in Los Angeles, Lt, Beth Davis has a traumatic experience while her partner has behavior issues.

Another series that just started airing, make sure to catch up!

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. - imageAgents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Created by: Joss Wheadon, Jed Wheadon, Maurissa Tancharoen
Genre: Science Fiction, Superhero
Running Time: 43 mins
Original Channel: ABC

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. started airing last year, it is based on S.H.I.E.L.D. by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The show has 28 episodes behind it.

A group of agents work on mysterious cases, they start investigate in a project called Centipede.

The ratings and reception so far has been positive, Clark Gregg and Ming-Na Wen are included in the main cast for this action and adventure drama.

Two Broke Girls - imageTwo Broke Girls

Created by: Michael Patrick King, Whitney Cummings
Genre: Sitcom
Running Time: 22 mins
Original Channel: CBS

Two Broke Girls was created by Michael Patrick King and Whitney Cummings. The lead characters are portrayed by Kat Dennings and Beth Behrs. The show has 74 episodes so far.

Two ambitious waitresses team up and start planning to open their business. They form a special friendship, all they need now is money.

It’s a great sitcom, Two Broke Girls started airing in 2011.

Battle Creek - imageBattle Creek

Created by: David Shore, Vince Gilligan
Genre: Crime Drama
Running Time: 45 mins
Original Channel: CBS

Battle Creek was created by Vince Gilligan and David Shore, the cast includes Josh Duhamel, Kal Penn, Janet McTeer and many more.

Two very different detectives team up to clean the streets of Battle Creek.

The show still isn’t released, it is expected to start airing this year.

House of Cards - imageHouse of Cards

Created by: Beau Willimon
Genre: Drama
Running Time: 46-59 mins
Original Channel: Netflix

House of Cards was created by Beau Willimon, the show has 26 episodes behind it and the third seasons is expected to air in February, 2015. Kevin Spacey plays the protagonist of the series, Francis Underwood.

We see Underwood’s progress in the White House, a manipulative man who is prepared to do anything in order to reach his goals. With the support of his wife, they seem unstoppable.

It’s probably my favorite series, you will love it, some went as far as saying that it portrays the real image of the politicians and their work in the White House.

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