Best TV Dramas (Ivan's Opinion)

In our last post, Artiom shared his opinion on the best TV dramas of all time. This has propelled me to make a list of my own. It follows the same premise as Artiom's list, but there a few things that I changed and took into account while creating my own list.

While writing this list a seriously took into account the length the show has been on the air. If Heroes taught me anything, its to not get super excited about a show after just one season (and that the girl from Remember The Titans really grew up) . This is why shows like Game of Thrones will be left of the list. I look for consistent excellence.


Top 5


1) The Wire - This choice really needs no explanation. The Wire's message for the rest of the shows on this list: "If you come at the king, you best not miss." - Omar Little

2) Breaking Bad - After a short period of 2-3 episodes in the first season where nothing happened, this show really took off. This show has a great story, but more importantly great characters. This show has lovable characters like Jesse to comic relief characters like Saul Goodman. When the plot dulls down the characters can really carry the show the rest of the way.

3) Dexter - This show is six seasons in and had arguably its best season since the first.  The show is a riveting experience which the viewer experiences a serial killer trying to fit into what he hopes is a normal life. Action, killing, cops, and personal turmoil seem to blend perfectly in a show I'm very excited to continue watching.

4) The Sopranos - A mob show centered around Tony  Soprano. This show is a classic and a must watch for anyone who enjoys dramas.

5) Sherlock - I almost broke my rule with this selection. Sherlock is a BBC show which is an adaptation of Sherlock Holmes in the modern day world. It finished its second season in January of 2012, making it eligible for the list. With the episodes lasting 90 minutes, it really allows the show to create episodes where a story is introduced, elaborated on, and completed. I expect would have been much higher on this list if I was making it a few years from now.