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9 Best Seasons In TV History

The golden age of TV rings true with these magnificent examples of storytelling.

Aren Westney

Jan 07, 2019

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With television shows getting better and better as the years go by, it is always good to look back and see what shows stand out among the rest.

Here are 9 seasons of television that have stood out to me over time. Each of these seasons had the powerful ability to make audiences forget the world they live in and transport them into the worlds these shows brought to life.

1. Fargo, Season 1

Following the intertwining stories of a bumbling insurance salesman (Martin Freeman), a for-hire assassin (Billy Bob Thornton) and an ambitious Deputy (Marrisa Tolman), this spinoff of the classic 1996 Coen Brothers film shines on its own merit in this 10-episode thrill ride.

2. Hannibal, Season 2

In a gruesome yet beautifully shot season 2, Hannibal Lecter must manage to stay one step ahead of the FBI agents on the trail of a series of murders, cannibalism, and betrayal in this suspenseful but thrilling 2nd season.

3. American Crime Story: The People vs. OJ Simpson

Following the "Trial of the Century" from start to finish, this single season of television joins the ranks of other fantastic shows with superb writing, directing, and acting.

4. True Detective, Season 1

As two Louisiana detectives try and solve a murder over a 17 year period, audiences will be floored by powerhouse performances by Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrison. Benefiting from having the same writer and director for all 8 episodes, "True Detective" feels more like an 8-hour movie rather than a television show.

5. The Sopranos, Season 2

Following the events of season 1, Season 2 raises the stakes on all fronts for Tony Soprano and his two families, actual and mafia. Friends turning into FBI informants, long-lost family members, returning home, and sleeping with the fishes are all present in this era-defining television series.

6. The Wire, Season 4

Following the city of Baltimore's political scene, police, and school systems, as well as the drug game, "The Wire" still manages to have a fresh and living feeling of authenticity to realism that is unmatched in television.

7. Breaking Bad, Season 4

Meth drug manufacturer Walter White (Bryan Cranston) must always be thinking one step ahead of the police, his business, and his boss/rival Gus Fring (Giancarlo Esposito) in an action-packed season with an explosive season finale.

8. The Knick, Season 1

In 1900, modern medicine has not been perfected yet. Clive Owen gives a mesmerizing performance as Dr. John Thackery, an ambitious and talented surgeon who tries to save his patients with techniques never seen before on the operating table.

9. Game of Thrones, Season 4

Game of Thrones turns things up another notch in its fourth season. Weddings, trials, and family all have new meaning in this genre-transcending show.

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9 Best Seasons In TV History

The golden age of TV rings true with these magnificent examples of storytelling.

1. Fargo, Season 1

2. Hannibal, Season 2

3. American Crime Story: The People vs. OJ Simpson

4. True Detective, Season 1

5. The Sopranos, Season 2

6. The Wire, Season 4

7. Breaking Bad, Season 4

8. The Knick, Season 1

9. Game of Thrones, Season 4

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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