Our Finest 10 Science Fiction and Fantasy Series of This Year

What could you accomplish if you had infinite ability? That's the fundamental question asked by all finest sci-fi and fantasy stories. What if you gained extraordinary powers? Perhaps stumbled upon a miraculous drug? Or if every other person was wholly committed to your happiness? Would you use that influence for good, or would you give in to your baser impulses?

The television series featured below all explore this concept in various ways (aside from one key exclusion). Presented below is our list of the ten best installments of sci-fi and fantasy television from 2025.

10. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man

Despite over 60 years of history, the web-slinger remains reimagined by new talent. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man delivers a refreshing perspective at the character's formative days, cleverly blending essential source material elements with influences from the broader Marvel universe to craft something which is simultaneously new and deeply compelling.

Rather than being solo or Tony Stark as a mentor, this version of the hero develops a evolving partnership with the future Green Goblin, who here is merely the CEO of Oscorp. Across their dynamic, Peter becomes a true hero, internalizing the signature lesson of great power and great responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Showrunner Vivienne Medrano's audacious mature musical series, which sprang from a crowdfunded pilot, truly hit its stride in its second season. Building on the game-changing revelations of season 1, the narrative broadens significantly, following the ambitious TV demon Vox who takes command of the situation, igniting a series of ever-more explosive confrontations that naturally culminate in show-stopping song.

While it might not have a one breakout song on the level of the first season's "Loser, Baby," this is due to everything in this season being more interwoven. The fight sequences, character arcs, and especially the music are all elevated. The story moves the main plot dramatically while delivering plenty of weird, unhinged, and ultimately entertaining dark fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

Following the acclaimed Netflix series, this series had enormous expectations. After well-documented production issues, the final product demonstrates to be worthy of the effort. The story follows Matt Murdock once his secret identity as Daredevil is exposed, making him a target to enemies from his history and new threats in a refreshed version of his familiar setting.

The premiere is a thrilling return to form, evoking the gritty feeling audiences loved from the original series. Although the middle chapters venture into some different territory, the first season finishes on a strong note, setting fans eagerly awaiting a second installment.

7. Common Side Effects

An unexpected this year's highlight, this series is essentially a crime saga filtered through the sensibility of a suburban satire. Created by an Adult Swim veteran alongside comedy Steve Hely, the series follows the saga of a nerdy fungi expert who discovers a curative mushroom and quickly finds himself pursued by everyone from unscrupulous Big Pharma executives to federal authorities.

Despite being a parody, the narrative unfolds with the grave atmosphere of a 1970s conspiracy film. Enhanced by hallucinogenic visuals and an eerie musical soundtrack, the story explores deeper questions about the substance's true effects. It's a smart, beautifully animated, and utterly compelling first season.

6. Fallout Season 2

This acclaimed adaptation of the popular video game franchise came back with a new batch of episodes that expanded its sprawling mystery and expanded its post-apocalyptic world. Although it travels toward the fan-favorite location of New Vegas, the story is far from a straight retelling of that game; instead, it continues to examine themes of control and autonomy.

The show skillfully juggles multiple narrative threads and perspectives, from Lucy's quest for justice to Maximus's struggle with the dogma of the his faction. The outcome is a rich detailed and wholly engaging addition to the expanding Fallout mythology.

5. Invincible Season 3

The bloody and emotionally charged adult animation show continues its winning momentum in season 3. The hero confronts immense pressure on every fronts: preparing for a looming Viltrumite threat, mentoring his powered sibling, and battling with his shadowy Global Defense Agency. The story once again features some of the most intense fight sequences the show has ever delivered.

Mark's bodily and psychological endurance are constantly pushed. He must contend with foes more powerful than he is, the aftermath of his actions, and the ethical weight of his choices. Excellent arcs for supporting cast members like Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode round out a superb installment.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

The director's irreverent anti-hero series returned with increased importance within the revamped DC canon, and it executes on both fronts. Although it successfully lays groundwork for future DCU stories, it primarily presents a resonant and self-contained {