at io9 We watch a lot of TV. And we're not afraid to admit it. And from all the drunken hours and Already streamedThese 16 series soar above the rest. If it seems Many favoritesWe've made it clear: We watch a lot of TV.– Here are io9's top sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and animation releases of 2024.
Agatha all along
We already know that we love Kathryn Hahn's main character Agatha Harkness in the spin-off series from the same creators behind it. WandaVisionOne of Marvel's most entertaining Disney+ series to date, and Agatha all along More than living up to the catchy thing that gives the story its name. Explores issues of power and identity. as well as celebrating witches in pop culture beyond comic books.
arcane
Even if you lose. Fallout Of the best video game adaptations at the Game Awards, Netflix's arcane Still standing at the top of the annual leaderboard—and forever. A mix of painstakingly hand-drawn animation and 3D modeling, the catchy needle drops and extensive stories It represents the best export of one of the game's most gatekeeping communities. Moreover, You also don't have to suffer while playing. league of legends to admire it
Bluely
in what is known to be creator Joe Brumm's final season of the animated show. Bluely Season 3 wraps up the story that began with the Healer family's daily adventures with a major decision for parents in “The Sign.” Do we see Bluey and Bingo grow up in an emotional and powerful finale? (That would be very autobiographical for Brumm.) And of course, that moment jumps into Bluey's future as a parent, which leaves us with a lot of questions. BluelyBrumm's future may be uncertain on the big screen. But at least we got this movie as Brumm's final bow for the all-time great animated family pop culture phenomenon.
push da push
Anyone who's ever read Yukinobu Tatsu's hit manga knows that pairing a mix of supernatural/sci-fi with Science Saru's talents is going to make for an amazing anime. But no one knew how incredible the launch would be. Has the ability to be funny and over the top. Deeply sentimental and intimate in equal measure. push da push Manage various dishes Subtly mix different tones and types. To bring you a show where you never know what to expect next. Even if you are a manga reader. We can't wait to see what Science Saru has in store for the rest of the story from here!
Delicious in the dungeon
on the surface Delicious in the dungeon It's a cooking anime disguised as dungeons and dragons– Genre Show However, it's really deeper than that. If anything, it's actually a messy anime about love that makes people disrespect the laws of nature in order to satisfy their cravings. Whether it's literally or by using alchemy to bring back loved ones, and it's weird, fun, and even more challenging.
evil
in the Paramount+ series, which wrapped this year. There are three investigators who ostensibly work for the Catholic Church but bring their own views and opinions to the table. intend to refute (or prove) wealth (and miracles), ghosts, werewolves, etc.) evilFascinating mix of characters Intelligent writing and a willingness to push the boundaries never disappoints, with episodes able to include subversive terror. and Dinner made from The perfectly balanced “candy salad”
Fallout
at Fallout The game is already a very popular game. So it looks like the Prime Video series will hit the screens with the help of the team. West WorldAt least it will find an audience among its fan base. contained within, but Fallout Go beyond that and beyond. By creating a vibrant post-apocalyptic world with mystery at its heart. and cool and interesting characters (and/or scary and scary It depends on who you're talking about.) We can't wait. See what they can do in season two.
Interview with a vampire
The second season of AMC's adaptation of Anne Rice's novel brings the events of the first Vampire Chronicles novel to the screen in a faithful but reinvented way. Delainey Hayles in The role of Claudia is a tour de force with Jacob Anderson, both of whom give performances that elevate the material of the book. And of course, even though this season didn't quite feature Sam Reid as Lestat, he chewed up the scenery with his appearance—making Vampire Lestat the perfect centerpiece in season three.
chaos
Netflix's smart, modern adaptation of Greek mythology from Charlie Covell. (End of the F***ing World) It may be canceled a little prematurely. With popular games like Hades and Webtoon's Titan comics Lorre OlympusThe show is on its way to finding an audience, has Jeff Goldblum playing Zeus (!), not to mention lots of soapy drama that we want more of.
The Lord of the Rings: The Ring of Power
The first season of Prime Video's Tolkien adaptation was…let's just say: too slow. Season 2, however, picked up the pace very quickly. with real rings on screen and parallel stories of the characters (good guys, bad guys a lot bad guys) fighting to control the fate of Middle-earth. like before The visuals were amazing and the acting was amazing. And the story is so engaging that we can't wait to embark on the next leg of this epic journey.
penguin
When HBO announced that they were creating a TV show based on Colin Farrell's character, batmanNo one can truly expect anything. Colin, of course. Farrell is great. And the idea of a spin-off show featuring Batman villains is interesting. But how good is it? It turns out that the answer is really good. penguin It's like a mix of DC Comics. soprano and wire, It shows a city at war and how people struggle to gain power. with evil deeds It shows us how difficult it is to become a proper villain. It also immediately introduced us to Cristin Milioti's Sofia Falcone, a top DC villain.
Star Wars: The Acolyte
Toxic fans don't accept it. And Lucasfilm canceled it. But we also had a good time. pupilA show that dares to show star wars' Showed off the Jedi in a less than flattering light. while also exploring the darker, more mysterious aspects of the franchise's long-standing legend. Sometimes it's shockingly violent. And sometimes it's even more shocking and quite sexy. pupil There's been a big change. And we're glad this new perspective has arrived. Disney+—if only for one season
Star Trek: Discovery
discovery Bow this year only in one way. discovery Really does: true to the totality of its busy, earnest self. Its final mission has its ups and downs, and its final moments do little to help. choice How it ended star trek The show that started this entire era, but discovery Reminding us all at the heart of humanity with the message of evolution and continuous learning—and even into the most distant future we have ever seen. pull Up until this point, even our idealized heroes in Starfleet have continually worked to achieve the utopia the series has always dreamed of.
Star Trek: Downstairs
ground floor' Last season established itself with a single message about relearning lessons and challenging yourself to grow. And even though it might be playing the drums a little too often But it also gives the show a strong core that shows us just how far it has gone. These strange flags (turned out to be a junior lieutenant) has been through some shit over the past five seasons. With a perfect 1-2 punch of sincerely balanced forwards. pull Nostalgia and geekiness provide a fitting climax to this episode of Mariner, Boimler, Tendi and Rutherford's adventures. One lesson we learn with them is that We will definitely miss the fun from this show, Downstairs! Downstairs! Downstairs!
3 body problems
A famous sci-fi novel series from China, which the team behind game of thronesand the power of Netflix combine to bring smart, yet exciting stories to the streaming realm. When an angry human invites aliens to invade Earth. A group of geniuses who wanted to do just that. no Think about how to uninvite them. Along the way, relationships and morals are revealed from the inside out. And important questions about life and existence are put to the test.
X-Men '97
When it comes to Marvel Animation's resurgence and continuation of '90s classics, there's some concern that X-Men '97 Maybe it's just content to fan the flames of nostalgia and throw in a retro spin on its sentiments and more, but what we get in return is a truly spiritual sequel that does more than just provide a respite. single X-Men '97 Celebrate the mutation metaphor as a metaphorical tool. A confident act that has been pushing forward with its own riff for decades to come. X-Men Storytelling tells a story of resistance and resilience that supports the themes that have always made Marvel's most incredible characters mutants. X-Men '97 Not only is it an homage to Marvel's golden age of animated adaptations, but it's also a blueprint for everything that future MCU versions of these characters should strive for.
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