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Updated October 2021

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The Wire

Named "Best show of 2004" by Entertainment Weekly. Time, Slate, and others have said it is the best show on TV.

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Named "Best show of 2004" by Entertainment Weekly. Time, Slate, and others have said it is the best show on TV.

Pros

Some called it the new "Flagship" of HBO given the wide range of critical acclaim it received.

Cons

A complex plot which is not every viewer's dream as well as a cast that some did not approve of it based on diversity.

The Sopranos

This show, perhaps more than any other, has shaped American TV. Worth watching at least a few episodes.

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This show, perhaps more than any other, has shaped American TV. Worth watching at least a few episodes.

Pros

Twenty-One Primetime Emmy Awards, Five Golden Globe Awards, and a mountain of other accolades.

Cons

May play on negative stereotypes of Italian-Americans which creates ill will from certain groups.

Curb Your Enthusiasm

If you like improv and thoughtful comedy this may well be the right way to earn some laughs.

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If you like improv and thoughtful comedy this may well be the right way to earn some laughs.

Pros

Thirty-Nine Primetime Emmy Nominations, and Five Golden Globe Nominations. Not a comedy to laugh at!

Cons

Strange Juan Catalan incident in 2003 with City of LA.

Veep

It is enjoyed by both political veterans as well as outsiders.

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It is enjoyed by both political veterans as well as outsiders.

Pros

Four Primetime Emmy Nominations, winning on its fourth nomination, with third season winning TCA Comedy Award

Cons

Some view the show as encouraging disrespect of those in elected office.

Girls

If you enjoy funny stories of the twenty-something female experience in New York City, this might be for you!

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If you enjoy funny stories of the twenty-something female experience in New York City, this might be for you!

Pros

Ten Primetime Emmy Nominations, winning One in 2012, with a Peabody award, among others.

Cons

Controversy surrounding the similar ethnic nature of the cast, and questions around feminism.

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October 23, 2021

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