BBC\/Bad Wolf\/HBO<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on Sky<\/a> and BBC iPlayer<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
I\u2019ll be honest, I couldn\u2019t tell you what most of the characters in\u00a0Industry<\/span> are talking about 90 per cent of the time. The financial jargon peppered throughout might as well be ancient Greek or Shakespeare at its most convoluted, and yet, it remains one of the most addictive shows on the box.<\/p>\n
Regardless of whether it accurately depicts the world of high finance or not, what we\u2019re presented with feels entirely lived in courtesy of a dynamic cast and the skyscraper high stakes that come with managing vast sums of money.\u00a0 It\u2019s compelling, unexpected, sexy and dangerous. It\u2019s Drama (with a capital D). There is\u00a0never<\/i>\u00a0a dull moment in\u00a0Industry<\/span>. \u2013 Abby Robinson<\/a>, Drama Editor<\/strong><\/p>
19. Taskmaster<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Channel 4<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on All4<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Is there a duck on my face? Did I meet these potatoes before? Which aircraft crashes more into mountains? All questions that make absolutely zero sense, except in the glorious world of\u00a0Taskmaster<\/span>. Alex Horne\u2019s comedy game show cemented its reputation as the most reliably funny unscripted series on TV this year, with two seasons and two one-off specials that saw studio audiences return for the first time since the high-profile move to Channel 4.<\/p>\n
Highlights included John Kearns throwing sand out of a trolley, Sophie Duker building an impenetrable tower of toilet roll, and a trouser-less Adrian Chiles crawling across concrete with an egg in his mouth (yes, really). We\u2019re now well over halfway to Champion of Champion of Champions. Will the show run out of steam before it gets there? In the words of Chris Ramsey \u2013\u00a0 no way!<\/a> \u2013 Christian Tobin<\/a>, Production Editor<\/strong><\/p>\n
18. Sherwood<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BBC<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on Sky<\/a> and BBC iPlayer<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Exploring two murders that have taken place in a small former mining community in Nottinghamshire, Detective Chief Superintendent Ian St Clair (David Morrissey) is tasked with investigating what happened in this six-part BBC drama. Given the local collective distrust of the police \u2013 which dates back to the 1984 miner\u2019s strike \u2013 it\u2019s a hard task, and one that soon becomes tied up with \u201cspy cops\u201d and their lasting legacy in this part of the UK.<\/p>\n
While\u00a0Sherwood<\/span> is a great example of deliberate steady pacing, the threat of a bow-and-arrow wielding murderer makes this an unmissably tense watch \u2013 which is also inspired by true events. Lesley Manville is undoubtedly one of the stars in this genre-defying series, and the exploration of how the historical strikes impacted her own relationship with her sister will linger with you long after watching. \u2013 Morgan Cormack<\/a>, Drama Writer<\/strong><\/p>\n
17. Derry Girls<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Channel 4<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on Sky<\/a> and All4<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
After two seasons, two BAFTA nominations and three years of yearning from fans, Derry Girls returned with its third and final season earlier this year \u2013 and to quote our favourite \u201890s Northern Irish students,\u00a0it was cracker.<\/p>\n
Creator and writer Lisa McGee brought the comedy to a close with six episodes and a Good Friday Agreement special, which saw Erin and Orla fret about their joint 18th birthday party, set against the backdrop of the 1998 peace referendum. Packed with frenetic farce, musical moments (the Spice Girls episode was particularly inspired) and celebrity cameos from Liam Neeson to Chelsea Clinton, Derry Girls delivered a fitting farewell for its hectic teenage heroines and the wee English fella. (I\u2019m still holding out for a Sister Michael spin-off, though.) \u2013 Lauren Morris<\/a>, Entertainment and Factual Writer<\/strong><\/p>\n
16. Big Boys<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Channel 4<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on All4<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
It\u2019s rare that a writer delivers a critically acclaimed sitcom with depth, drama and delicious wit on their very first go, but Jack Rooke did exactly that with Channel 4\u2019s Big Boys this year.<\/p>\n
The comedy stars Derry Girls\u2019 Dylan Llewellyn as a semi-fictionalised Rooke \u2013 a closeted teenager struggling to process his dad\u2019s recent death whilst being thrown into fresher life at Brent University. If that\u2019s not heavy enough, due to an administration error, Jack is moved into a disused shed on campus alongside mature 25-year-old student Danny (Jon Pointing).<\/p>\n
While Big Boys tackles important themes, from mental health to grief, it does so with heartfelt humour and ultimately becomes a touching ode to an odd-couple dynamic rarely seen on screen \u2013 the friendship between an outrageously straight, party-mad lad with a secret struggle, and a shy, sensitive gay teen still figuring himself out. \u2013 Lauren Morris, Entertainment and Factual Writer<\/strong><\/p>\n
15. The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Matt Grace\/Prime Video<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on Prime Video<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
The Lord of the Rings fans had been hyping up\/worrying about The Rings of\u00a0Power<\/span><\/a>\u00a0ever since it was first announced that Amazon was picking up the rights to (some parts of) J R R Tolkien\u2019s Middle-earth. The resultant show was stunning on a visual level, with its much-reported massive budget being well spent on fantastical locations, luscious landscapes, gorgeous costumes and\u2026 well\u2026 Lenny Henry.<\/p>\n
While the prototype-hobbit storyline may have overstayed its lukewarm welcome, there was lots to love elsewhere, including winning performances from Morfydd Clark as Galadriel, Robert Aramayo as Elrond, and Owain Arthur as Durin. Although the show waited a long time to reveal all its cards, the final few episodes were thrilling enough to leave us wanting more. \u2013 Rob Leane<\/a>, Gaming Editor<\/strong><\/p>\n
14. The Bear<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Disney Plus<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on Disney Plus<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
The Bear arrived on our screens after Boiling Point<\/a>, which could have dulled its shine \u2013 but Christopher Storer\u2019s comedy-drama burned brighter than anything I\u2019ve watched in a long time.<\/p>\n
At the forefront of its brilliance is Jeremy Allen White who gives one hell of a lead performance as Carmy, a talented young chef who is haunted by his brother\u2019s suicide. It\u2019s not a role for the faint of heart \u2013 White (and the audience) are barely given a moment\u2019s respite \u2013 but he doesn\u2019t put a foot wrong and will surely sweep the board during awards season.<\/p>\n
The Bear\u2019s attention to detail is also staggering. The food would look at home\u00a0in an episode of Rick Stein\u2019s Long Weekends and there isn\u2019t anything about the kitchen at the heart of it that doesn\u2019t feel authentic.\u00a0It\u2019s a simple concept beautifully executed, with Storer\u2019s passion for this project present at every turn. The Bear is an instant classic. \u2013 Abby Robinson, Drama Editor<\/strong><\/p>\n
13. Only Murders in the Building<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>\n
Available on Disney Plus<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Everyone\u2019s favourite podcasting trio returned this year for a second season of the acclaimed Disney Plus series \u2013 and it didn\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>\n
As well as finding themselves at the centre of a murder plot, Mabel (Selena Gomez), Charles (Steve Martin) and Oliver (Martin Short) also had to figure out the real identity of Bunny Folger\u2019s killer, while battling various issues in their own lives. The refreshing thing about this series is the fact that it seamlessly blends in elements of reality \u2013 sexuality, family and workplace harassment \u2013 all while never failing to make you laugh<\/p>\n
Throughout its 10 joyous episodes in season 2, you\u2019ll be reeling with suspicion, theories, and shock when, like any good murder mystery, the culprit is finally revealed. Most interestingly, though, you may or may not be left rethinking your own relationship with true crime content after watching. \u2013 Morgan Cormack, Drama Writer<\/strong><\/p>\n
12. The Capture<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
BBC\/Heyday\/NBC Universal<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on BBC iPlayer<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n
Few shows in recent years have done a better job of tapping into modern day paranoia than Ben Chanan\u2019s The\u00a0Capture<\/span> <\/a>\u2013\u00a0and the second season ramped up the tension even further.<\/p>\n
Bigger, better and packed with more twists and turns than the first run, the new season followed Security Minister Isaac Turner (Paapa Essiedu) as he found himself the victim of a complex conspiracy theory that brought him into contact with the shady intelligence practice known as \u2018correction\u2019.<\/p>\n
Although aspects of the plot might seem like science fiction at times, part of the show\u2019s power comes from just how relevant its exploration of deep-fake technology and video tampering is, making it very much a show that speaks to current fears and anxieties. Together with the consistently engaging performances and the gripping way in which the story unfolds, it ensured this was another must-watch season of TV. \u2013 Patrick Cremona<\/a>, Writer<\/strong><\/p>\n
11. Better Call Saul<\/strong><\/h2>\n $\"""\"$ <\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture><\/div>
Greg Lewis\/AMC\/Sony Pictures Television<\/i> <\/span>\n<\/div>\nAvailable on Netflix<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
Vince Gilligan had a tough job on his hands when it came to crafting the final run of Better Caul Saul \u2013 just how was it possible to cap off an outstanding prequel to a show that was already considered one of the best of all time? That the closing stretch not only lived up to those lofty expectations but perhaps even surpassed them is a testament to just how brilliant a TV writer he is.<\/p>\n
The show arguably peaked in the early episodes of the season\u2019s second half, but the remaining outings made for a superb coda \u2013 and the finale itself was as close to pitch perfect as you could reasonably ask for. Across the whole series, Bob Odenkirk and especially Rhea Seehorn gave consistently memorable performances, and in Tony Dalton\u2019s Lalo Salamanca there was a villain for the ages, too. \u2013 Patrick Cremona, Writer<\/strong><\/p>\n
If you\u2019re looking for more to watch, check out our TV Guide<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0 Streaming Guide<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n
The Christmas double issue of Radio Times magazine is on sale now<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/strong>subscribe now<\/strong><\/a>. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to the\u00a0<\/strong>Radio Times View From My Sofa podcast<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n
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