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What could you accomplish with infinite power? That's a core inquiry explored by the best sci-fi as well as fantastical stories. What if you were granted extraordinary powers? Perhaps discovered a miraculous drug? What about each and every other person became dedicated to your happiness? Could you wield that power for the greater good, or give in to your darker instincts?

These shows ranked herein all confront that very dilemma in various ways (with one notable exception). Detailed here is our list of the ten top installments of sci-fi & fantastical TV from the past year.

10. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man

Even after more than six decades of stories, Spider-Man is constantly reimagined by fresh talent. This series delivers a refreshing look at the hero's formative days, cleverly combining classic source material story beats with influences from other adaptations to create something which is simultaneously new and deeply compelling.

Rather than operating alone or Iron Man as a guide, this iteration of the hero forges a evolving partnership with the future Green Goblin, who in this story is merely the CEO of Oscorp. Across their interactions, Peter becomes his own man, learning the iconic mantra of power and responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Showrunner Vivienne Medrano's audacious mature musical series, which sprang from a crowdfunded short, fully hit its stride in its second installment. Following the climactic revelations of the first season, the narrative broadens considerably, centering on the ambitious TV demon Vox as he seizes control of the situation, sparking a chain of increasingly dramatic conflicts that inevitably end in elaborate song.

Although it might not have a one viral hit on the level of the first season's "Loser, Baby," that's because everything in season 2 being increasingly ambitious. The action, character development, and above all the score and songs are all more sophisticated. The story advances the main plot forward while delivering plenty of bizarre, wild, and simply entertaining dark fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

Following the legendary Netflix show, this series faced immense expectations. Despite well-documented development issues, the final product proves to be worth the wait. The plot follows Matt Murdock after his dual life as Daredevil is publicly revealed, making him vulnerable to foes from his history and present in a refreshed take of his well-known world.

The premiere is a thrilling return to form, capturing the gritty tone fans cherished from the original incarnation. Although the middle chapters venture into certain new territory, the first season concludes on a strong note, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating a second season.

7. Common Side Effects

A surprising 2025 gem, this show could be described as an animated crime saga filtered through the sensibility of a suburban satire. Created by an Adult Swim veteran alongside comedy Steve Hely, the series follows the story of a nerdy fungi expert who discovers a curative mushroom and soon finds himself hunted by everyone from ruthless Big Pharma CEOs to federal agents.

Far from being a spoof, the narrative plays out with the grave intensity of a 1970s conspiracy film. Accentuated by trippy visuals and an eerie musical soundtrack, the story explores deeper mysteries about the substance's true capabilities. It's a intelligent, beautifully animated, and utterly compelling first season.

6. Fallout Season 2

The hit series of the iconic gaming series returned with a second batch of stories that expanded its sprawling mystery and broadened its post-apocalyptic world. Although it travels toward the fan-favorite location of New Vegas, the season is far from a straight retelling of that game; instead, it further explore themes of control and autonomy.

It skillfully juggles multiple narrative threads and perspectives, from Lucy's quest for answers to Maximus's reckoning with the ideology of the Brotherhood of Steel. The outcome is a rich detailed and wholly engaging chapter to the expanding Fallout mythology.

5. Invincible Season 3

The bloody and heartfelt animated show continues its powerful momentum in its third outing. The hero confronts immense pressure on all fronts: preparing for a looming Viltrumite invasion, guiding his young brother, and clashing with the secretive Global Defense Agency. The season also includes some of the most brutally brutal fight sequences the show has yet delivered.

Mark's physical and psychological endurance are repeatedly tested. He must grapple with foes more powerful than himself, the aftermath of his actions, and the ethical weight of his decisions. Excellent storylines for key characters such as Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode round out a fantastic installment.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

The director's offbeat superhero series came back with elevated importance within the new DC canon, and it delivers on that count. Although it effectively lays foundations for future cinematic universe stories, it primarily presents a powerful and self-contained {