The Finest 10 Science Fiction and Fantasy TV Shows of 2025

What would you do with boundless control? That's the fundamental question asked by the greatest sci-fi and fantasy stories. Imagine if you were granted superhuman abilities? Or discovered a life-altering substance? What about every single person became wholly committed to your happiness? Could you wield such influence for good, or would you succumb to your baser instincts?

These series ranked below each grapple with that very theme in unique manners (with one notable exception). Presented below is a countdown of the 10 best seasons of sci-fi & fantastical TV from the past year.

10. Spider-Man: Your Friendly Neighborhood

Despite over six decades of history, the web-slinger continues to be reinterpreted by new talent. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man presents a refreshing perspective at the hero's formative years, skillfully combining essential source material elements with influences from the broader Marvel universe to create something that feels simultaneously new and deeply engaging.

Rather than being solo or Tony Stark as a guide, this iteration of the hero forges a evolving partnership with the future Green Goblin, who in this story is merely the CEO of Oscorp. Through their dynamic, Peter grows into his own man, learning the signature mantra of power and great responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Creator Vivienne Medrano's audacious adult musical-comedy show, which sprang from a crowdfunded short, fully hit its stride in its second installment. Building on the game-changing revelations of the first season, the story expands significantly, centering on the scheming media overlord Vox as he seizes control of the situation, igniting a chain of increasingly explosive confrontations that naturally end in show-stopping song.

While it may lack a single viral song quite like season one's "Loser, Baby," this is due to everything in this season being more complex. The action, character arcs, and especially the music are all elevated. The story moves the overarching storyline dramatically while providing no shortage of weird, unhinged, and ultimately fun fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

As a successor to the acclaimed Netflix series, Daredevil: Born Again had immense expectations. Despite well-documented production challenges, the final product demonstrates it was worthy of the effort. The story centers on Matt Murdock once his dual life as Daredevil is publicly revealed, leaving him vulnerable to foes from his past and present in a slightly version of his familiar world.

The premiere is a thrilling return to form, evoking the gritty tone fans loved from the original series. Although the subsequent episodes explore some new narrative ground, the first season concludes on a strong note, leaving fans keenly awaiting a follow-up installment.

7. Common Side Effects

A surprising 2025 gem, this show is essentially an animated Breaking Bad filtered through a humor of King of the Hill. Helmed by Joe Bennett alongside comedy Steve Hely, the series follows the story of a mild-mannered fungi expert who finds a miraculous mushroom and quickly finds himself pursued by forces including ruthless pharmaceutical executives to federal authorities.

Far from being a spoof, the show unfolds with the serious intensity of a classic conspiracy film. Accentuated by trippy animation and an eerie score, the story explores bigger mysteries about the mushroom's full capabilities. It's a smart, visually striking, and utterly compelling first season.

6. Fallout Season 2

The hit series based on the popular video game series came back with a second season of stories that deepened its epic lore and expanded its post-apocalyptic world. Although it ventures in the direction of the legendary location of New Vegas, the season is far from a straight retelling of that game; rather, it continues to examine ideas of control and autonomy.

The show expertly balances several narrative threads and points of view, from the protagonist's mission for justice to Maximus's reckoning with the ideology of the his faction. The outcome is a deeply detailed and utterly engaging addition to the ever-growing wasteland saga.

5. Invincible Season 3

This visceral and emotionally charged animated show keeps its powerful momentum in its third outing. The hero faces immense pressure on all fronts: preparing for a looming Viltrumite invasion, guiding his young brother, and battling with the shadowy Global Defense Agency. The story also features some of the most intense action scenes the show has ever delivered.

The protagonist's physical and emotional limits are repeatedly tested. He must contend with foes stronger than he is, the aftermath of his battles, and the ethical weight of his choices. Standout arcs for key cast members such as Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode round out a fantastic installment.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

James Gunn's offbeat superhero show returned with elevated importance within the new DC canon, and it executes on that fronts. Although it successfully lays groundwork for upcoming DCU stories, it also presents a powerful and focused {