Best TV Shows of 2025

When 14-year-old genius Luke Ellis is kidnapped, he wakes up at The Institute – a mysterious facility filled with other kids who share a terrifying secret: they all arrived the same way and possess extraordinary abilities. Meanwhile, in a nearby town, Tim Jamieson, a former police officer with a troubled past, is trying to build a peaceful new life. But his past is about to catch up to him, as his path inevitably crosses with Luke's.

In Los Angeles, a close-knit group of friends relies on each other as they navigate life and relationships. Maia, hoping to break into talent management, is stuck in an assistant job while living with her boyfriend…until her longtime best friend, the whirlwind influencer Tallulah, unexpectedly returns.

A specialized team is formed to hunt down and apprehend the most notorious killers in the nation – all recently escaped from a highly classified prison that was never meant to be discovered.

A hardworking teenager is forced to live with his spirited childhood friend – a witch in training – to shield her from a terrible prophecy. But will they be able to navigate the challenges of high school together?

In a near-future Japan struggling with a drastically low birth rate, children are highly valued but closely watched. The figure of Santa Claus is outlawed due to perceived dangers. On Christmas Day, December 25th, a middle schooler named Kazushige Sanda – a descendant of Santa Claus – is attacked by a classmate, Fuyumura, who desperately needs his help finding her missing friend, Ono. "Santa, please find my friend," she pleads. To shield children from adult interference, Sanda resolves to embody the spirit of Santa and confront the adults who threaten them.

Amanda Knox goes to Italy for a semester abroad, but soon finds herself wrongly accused and imprisoned for murder. The series follows Knox’s determined struggle to clear her name and regain her freedom, while also examining the intense scrutiny she faced from the Italian authorities and the global media.

Uka Ishimori is eager for a fresh start at Hachimitsu High after a difficult middle school experience marked by bullying and hurtful nicknames. Her anticipation grows when she meets Kai Miura, a charming and carefree classmate. Their paths crossed in middle school, and Uka remembers how one word from Kai influenced her decision to transfer. Despite his popularity, Kai unexpectedly becomes Uka's support system as she navigates making new friends and finding her place. The series explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and navigating social expectations, all set against the backdrop of Hachimitsu High.

When Jack's infidelity is exposed, his wife Betty devises a ruthless scheme to take away the one thing he cherishes most: The Jackal, his coffee shop business.

This docuseries follows Amanda Riley, a wife, mother, blogger, and devout Christian, as her life is upended by a cancer diagnosis. Millions have followed her story on a popular podcast. But as the series unfolds, a hidden secret emerges that threatens to destroy her family. An anonymous tip brings an investigative reporter into the story, and Amanda's own words may become her undoing. The series explores themes of hope, faith, and deception through the intimate story of a woman struggling to protect her family and conceal a profound truth.

Former police officer Jim Bergerac is pulled back into the world of crime when a wealthy woman is murdered. The case forces him to face a painful chapter from his past, battling his own inner struggles while dealing with family issues and intense scrutiny from law enforcement.

Three high school students are unexpectedly transported to a harsh medieval world. They find themselves drawn into a civil war, joining forces with a group of unlikely allies. Now, they must fight to survive while desperately searching for a way back to their own time.

A deep friendship between León and Jeremías, forged over a shared love of books, is destroyed when one of them commits a shocking act of violence in Bogotá.

This series follows Owen Hanson, whose life changes forever when he joins the University of Southern California football team as a walk-on in 2004 and helps them win the championship. But his story doesn't end with football. It takes a dark turn as Owen rises to become a powerful global drug lord. The series explores Owen’s transformation from an aspiring athlete to a criminal empire builder, revealing the ambition and greed that drive him. It’s a look at how he navigates victory and defeat, and the choices that define him. Through a raw and compelling portrayal of the criminal world, the series examines the harsh realities of drug trafficking while keeping the focus on Owen's personal journey. It’s a gripping story about human nature, power, and what it truly means to succeed.

Lim Hyun-jung is a popular actor known for his tough police roles. His life changes when he meets a journalist who was once a political commentator but was demoted after a scandal and now covers the entertainment industry.

"Kazuhiro Kitase's Only Hobby" follows Kazuhiro, who finds sleep an immersive escape filled with incredible dreams. In his dreams, he shares adventures with an elvish companion, exploring fantastical worlds – like a harrowing journey through ancient ruins where they barely escape a dragon. But when Kazuhiro wakes, the dream world begins to bleed into reality. The elvish girl from his dreams suddenly appears beside him, real and tangible. This unexpected arrival sparks a series of questions: Is she truly here, or is it all in his head? Can dreams become real? And what happens when the lines between sleep and wakefulness disappear?

A cynical arson investigator is forced to partner with a police detective. Together, they race against time to catch two arsonists, uncovering a dangerous web of secrets and growing distrust.

When a sudden zombie outbreak throws the world into chaos, late-enlisted soldier Jae-yoon is also dealing with the recent end of his relationship with Young-joo, a breakup caused by misunderstandings. As a national emergency is declared and a plane crashes in Seoul, trapping Jae-yoon's unit on top of a skyscraper, Young-joo ventures into the zombie-infested streets to find him. Their love is tested as they fight to survive the apocalyptic landscape. The story explores hope, sacrifice, and love against the backdrop of a world on the brink. Combining suspenseful action with emotional moments, it follows Jae-yoon and Young-joo's harrowing journey to reunite, forcing them to confront both the undead and their own personal struggles, and question whether their love can survive.

A woman wakes up as Athanasia, the doomed princess from a popular novel. To avoid execution – by her own father – she must rewrite the tragic events of her story. Trapped in a dangerous situation, she uses her intelligence and the memories of the original Athanasia to plot her survival. When her escape plan falls apart, she must now charm those around her to prevent a second execution.

A dazzling genie reappears after a thousand years, ready to grant wishes to a reserved woman. Will his magic transform her ordinary life into something extraordinary, filled with romance and wonder?

Years after surviving the Spartacus rebellion, Ashur has risen to power, now owning the very gladiatorial school that once held him captive. He forms an alliance with a formidable female gladiator, and together they create a shocking new form of entertainment that challenges the established order.