We’re about halfway through 2026, so it’s time to talk about my favorite TV shows of the year so far.
This is not meant to be the definitive list of the best shows of 2026. There are still plenty of series I haven’t caught up with yet. These are simply the five shows that have stood out to me the most so far this year.
Jason Kleeberg
Jason Kleeberg is the creator and host of Force Five, an AI-free movie recommendation series built around five reasons to watch. A former video store clerk, screenwriter, filmmaker, Telly Award winner and physical-media collector, Jason covers new releases, cult films, horror, action, martial arts and overlooked movies.
