Our Top 10 Science Fiction & Fantasy TV Shows of This Year

How could you accomplish if you had infinite ability? This is the central question asked by the greatest sci-fi as well as fantastical tales. Imagine if you were granted extraordinary powers? Perhaps stumbled upon a revolutionary substance? What about each and every single human became wholly committed to your personal satisfaction? Could you use that power for the greater good, or give in to your own baser impulses?

The shows featured herein all grapple with that very dilemma in unique manners (aside from one notable exception). Detailed here is our countdown of the 10 most outstanding seasons of sci-fi & fantastical TV from 2025.

10. Spider-Man: Your Friendly Neighborhood

Even after over 60 years of stories, Spider-Man continues to be reinvented by new creative voices. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man presents a refreshing perspective at the character's formative days, skillfully merging essential comic elements with ideas from other adaptations to create something which is simultaneously new and profoundly compelling.

Rather than being alone or Tony Stark as a guide, this iteration of Peter Parker develops a complex relationship with the future Green Goblin, who here is still just the CEO of Oscorp. Through their dynamic, Peter becomes a true hero, learning the iconic mantra of great power and great responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Creator Vivienne Medrano's audacious mature musical show, which originated as a crowdfunded short, truly found its footing in its second season. Building on the game-changing events of the first season, the narrative expands considerably, centering on the ambitious TV demon Vox as he seizes control of the narrative, sparking a series of ever-more dramatic conflicts that inevitably culminate in show-stopping musical numbers.

Although it may lack a single viral hit quite like season one's "iconic tune," that's because everything in this season being more complex. The action, personal development, and especially the music are collectively more sophisticated. The season advances the main storyline forward while providing no shortage of bizarre, unhinged, and simply entertaining fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

As a successor to the acclaimed Netflix series, this series faced immense shoes to fill. After well-documented development challenges, the resulting show proves to be worth the effort. The plot follows Matt Murdock once his dual life as Daredevil is exposed, leaving him vulnerable to foes both history and new threats in a refreshed version of his familiar world.

The premiere is a thrilling return to form, capturing the gritty feeling audiences loved from the original incarnation. Although the middle chapters explore some new narrative ground, the first season finishes on a strong note, leaving fans keenly awaiting a follow-up installment.

7. Common Side Effects

An unexpected 2025 gem, this show is essentially a Breaking Bad with the sensibility of King of the Hill. Created by an Adult Swim veteran and comedy Steve Hely, it follows the saga of a nerdy mycologist who finds a curative fungus and quickly finds himself hunted by forces including ruthless Big Pharma executives to government authorities.

Far from being a parody, the show unfolds with the serious atmosphere of a 1970s paranoia thriller. Accentuated by trippy animation and an eerie musical soundtrack, the plot explores deeper questions about the substance's full capabilities. It's a smart, beautifully animated, and utterly compelling first season.

6. Fallout Season 2

This acclaimed series based on the iconic video game series returned with a second batch of episodes that expanded its epic mystery and expanded its post-apocalyptic setting. Although it ventures in the direction of the fan-favorite location of New Vegas, the story is far from a direct adaptation of that game; instead, it further explore themes of authority and autonomy.

The show expertly balances multiple narrative threads and points of view, from the protagonist's quest for answers to a knight's struggle with the ideology of the Brotherhood of Steel. The outcome is a rich layered and wholly absorbing addition to the expanding wasteland mythology.

5. Invincible Season 3

This bloody and emotionally charged adult animation series continues its winning momentum in its third outing. The hero confronts tremendous pressure on all fronts: preparing for a coming Viltrumite threat, guiding his powered brother, and clashing with his shadowy Global Defense Agency. The season also features some of the most brutally intense action sequences the show has ever produced.

Mark's physical and emotional endurance are repeatedly tested. He must grapple with foes stronger than himself, the aftermath of his actions, and the ethical weight of his choices. Standout arcs for supporting characters such as Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode complete a superb season.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

James Gunn's offbeat superhero show returned with increased significance within the revamped DC universe, and season 2 delivers on that fronts. Although it effectively lays groundwork for future cinematic universe projects, it also presents a powerful and focused {