The 20 Best New TV Shows of 2019 (So Far)
Which newcomers on the small screen have impressed reviewers the most during the first half of the year? Above, find the highest-scoring first-year TV shows (and miniseries) debuting between January 1, 2019 and June 30, 2019. Only shows with at least 7 reviews from professional critics are included.
Fred Armisen's latest comedy series is different in one major way: It's a (mostly) Spanish-language show. Armisen co-created the HBO series and produces, though he is just a recurring guest star on screen; the main cast consists of Ana Fabrega, Julio Torres, Cassandra Ciangherotti and Bernardo Velasco, who play a group of friends who turn a love for the horror genre into a surprisingly successful business in a stranger, alternate version of present-day Mexico City.
“With its light touch and affection for its characters’ foibles, “Los Espookys” is refreshing, different, and best, of all, funny.” —Kristi Turnquist, The Oregonian