My Top 15 TV Shows Ever

I love TV.  TV is one of my top forms of entertainment.  You can watch it while eating, watch it before going to bed, have it on while you get stuff done around the house, etc.  So naturally, I have a lot of shows that I've watched that I'd like to share my thoughts on.  If they're BOLD then I've seen every episode.  Here we go, my top 15 TV shows ever! (In alphabetical order)

That 70s Show - This show jumpstarted so many careers: Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, even Topher Grace.   There aren't many teen sitcoms, if any, that are as relatable and funny as this one.  

Breaking Bad - Oh, man.  There has never been a show that's made me go "Oh damn!" or "Oh shit!" as much as this one.  Never has a show made my heart pound harder or my jaw drop further.  Breaking Bad is known by those who've seen it as one of the best TV shows... period... and for good reason.

Californication - I don't know what it is exactly about this show.  Maybe it's David Duchovny's acting as the lead character Hank Moody.  Maybe it's the tremendous writing or drama they build.  Whatever it is this show is able to keep me hooked once I start watching it.  I don't think this show gets enough praise for what it's done.  Anyone who is a fan of Duchovny, likes writing, or enjoys dark dramadies should enjoy this.

Dexter - This is definitely in my top 5.  Dexter is well-written (until the last few episodes...grr...), well-acted, and in my opinion, the most suspenseful and thrilling show I've seen.  Michael C. Hall was born for Dexter, and the role written for him.  If you love crime, thrillers, how the minds of serial killers work, or even cop-type shows you'll like Dexter.

Family Guy - I haven't seen every episode because it is still on the air, but Family Guy is the funniest cartoon I think I'll ever watch.  I've never liked the Simpsons, but Family Guy certainly hits my funny bone.  Seth McFarlane and the FG writers always know exactly where to draw the line, because they keep pushing the boundaries of dark comedy.

F.R.I.E.N.D.S - Friends may forever be my favorite sitcom.  I own all 10 seasons and have seen each episode at least 5 times.  Sure, there are plot holes and instances that make you cringe, but the things I learned about love and friendship from this show are more than any one person could have taught me.

Game of Thrones - I just recently got into GoT, and I got to say I'm hooked.  I'm not typically into fantasy type TV shows, but this show is so well-written and acted that I'm entertained by every episode.  They are only making 2 more seasons, but sometimes it's best not to draw shows out.  Plus, apparently there will be some spin-off series set in the same universe.

Heroes - Very strong first few seasons, then died off at the end.  Such a shame.  But if you like superhero... ANYTHING... then you have to watch at least the first two seasons of Heroes. A lot of plot holes and inconsistencies, but the first few seasons you really care for the characters and the episodes were very well-written.  I've never finished this show because the episodes went so off the rails the last few seasons.

How I Met Your Mother - This might be the most well-written comedy along with The Big Bang Theory.  A man tells the story to his kids of how he met their mother, but it's way more than that.  It's about all the twists and turns Ted and his friends Barney, Lily, Marshall, and Robin's lives take.  In a lot of ways, this became the Barney Stinson show, but that's only because of the stellar writing and acting for his character.  A lot of people criticize the way it concluded, but I feel that fans would have not been 100% happy with any conclusion.

LOST - Great acting, writing (the first few seasons) and great characters.  So a group of people survive a plane crash on a deserted island in the Pacific, but how and why they got there, and what this island is about is enough to take up all six seasons.  I feel like the show lost its sense of realism in the last 2 seasons or so, going from drama/action to science fiction.  Like Heroes and Dexter, don't look for a satisfying conclusion here.

The Office - I almost advise against watching this show because it kind of makes you want to go work for a paper company.  Such well-written characters (Jim, Pam, Dwight, and who could forget Michael Scott?).  Some of my hardest and longest laughs have come from something I saw on this show.  However, I have to agree with the majority that the show just wasn't the same when Steve Carell left.

Parks and Recreation - Like the Office, it is filmed like a documentary.  Some may say it is a rip-off of The Office, but it's actually a partial spin-off.  Apparently there was a plan to connect the two shows together, but that idea was scrapped.  The writing for this show is great, and the characters were LITERALLY written for the actors (See what I did there?  P&R fans will get it).

Star Wars the Clone Wars - Yes, a Star Wars TV show.  How could I not?  But what the writers are able to fit into 22, 23 minutes is incredible.  The voice acting is really good as well.  If only the prequel films could have had the same attention to detail as this show did.

Twin Peaks - Only two seasons made, but what a classic.  I love it when any show or movie is set in the beautiful PNW.  The show does stray into the sci-fi/fantasy genre a bit, which I wasn't a huge fan of.  However, Kyle MacLachlan's acting is superb.

The Walking Dead - I could argue that this may be the most binge-watched show in TV history and I probably wouldn't too many opposing me.  Who knew they could make a show about the zombie apocalypse so compelling?  While it is based off of the comic of the same name it doesn't always follow it, leaving for some mystery as to what will happen, such as who did Negan really kill?  But the characters we've followed since season 1 like Rick, Carol, Daryl, and Glen always make us cheer for them when they take out "walkers".

Survivor Game Changers' Final Six - How it Will Go

Survivor Game Changers is down to the Final 6, and what I have often (but not always) done is predict the vote out order from about this point on.  The six left are Brad, Troyzan, Tai, Cirie, Aubry, and Sarah.  Here's how it will go.  I have correctly predicted two winners from this point already, so here's hoping I get a third right.

6. Cirie
Cirie is too likeable, and now one of her closest allies in Michaela has been voted out.  Also the stunt she pulled at the last tribal won't sit well with Sarah. 

5. Brad
Previews for the finale seemed to indicate Tai giving one of his idols to Brad.  Even if not, he could find a way to win immunity again or squirm his way out of being voted out.  I think he makes it another vote, but no further. 

4. Sarah
Survivor is a fickle thing, you play it too well, you lose.  Sarah has played it too well.  She will be a target (if she's still around) at F4 for being a threat to win.

3. Tai
I know it seems like he may have given away his idols, but Tai doesn't strike me as someone that's a legitimate threat to win.  He doesn't do well in answering jury questions, so he won't be able to really change anyone's mind.

2. Troyzan
I like the game Troyzan has played.  He has an idol, and if he plays it right, it could score him some kudos from the jury.  But has he played the strongest game of those left?  No way. 

1. Aubry
She's a female Cochran.  She's smart and has said just all the right things.  With a final of Tai, Troyzan, and Aubry, she wins. 

There you have it, Aubry is my pick to win Survivor Game Changers.  We'll see how close I get to picking the correct order this Wednesday, May 24. 

Edit: Wow, I was so wrong.  There's always someone (in this case Brad) who takes too good of a player to the Final 3 with them.  I correctly predicted Troyzan making the F3, but that's about it.  I also correctly predicted a woman winning.  Just the wrong one.