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What could you accomplish with infinite ability? This is a central question asked by the greatest science fiction and fantastical stories. What if you were granted superhuman abilities? Perhaps stumbled upon a miraculous substance? What about every other human became dedicated to your happiness? Could you use that power for the greater good, or would you succumb to your baser impulses?

The series featured below all explore this concept in distinct manners (aside from one key exception). Outlined below is a ranking of the 10 top installments of science fiction & fantasy television from the past year.

10. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man

Despite more than six decades of stories, Spider-Man remains reinvented by new creative voices. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man presents a refreshing look at the hero's early years, cleverly combining essential source material story beats with ideas from the broader Marvel universe to craft something which is simultaneously new and deeply engaging.

Rather than operating solo or Iron Man as a mentor, this iteration of the hero develops a evolving partnership with the future Green Goblin, who here is merely the CEO of Oscorp. Across their dynamic, Peter grows into his own man, internalizing the iconic mantra of great power and great responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Showrunner Vivienne Medrano's audacious mature musical-comedy show, which sprang from a fan-funded pilot, truly hit its stride in its second installment. Following the climactic events of season 1, the story expands considerably, following the ambitious TV demon Vox as he seizes control of the situation, igniting a series of ever-more dramatic conflicts that naturally culminate in show-stopping song.

Although it may lack a single breakout song quite like season one's "Loser, Baby," that's because everything in this season being increasingly complex. The action, character development, and especially the score and songs are all more sophisticated. The story advances the main storyline dramatically while delivering plenty of bizarre, unhinged, and simply entertaining dark fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

Following the acclaimed Netflix series, this series faced enormous expectations. Despite well-documented production issues, the resulting product proves it was worthy of the wait. The story follows Matt Murdock after his secret identity as Daredevil is publicly revealed, leaving him vulnerable to enemies both past and new threats in a refreshed version of his familiar world.

The first episode is explosive, capturing the gritty tone fans loved from the original series. Although the middle episodes explore some new territory, the season concludes powerfully, leaving fans keenly awaiting a follow-up installment.

7. Common Side Effects

An unexpected 2025 highlight, this series could be described as a Breaking Bad with the humor of King of the Hill. Helmed by Joe Bennett and comedy Steve Hely, it follows the story of a nerdy mycologist who discovers a miraculous mushroom and quickly finds himself pursued by forces including unscrupulous pharmaceutical CEOs to government authorities.

Far from being a spoof, the show unfolds with the grave atmosphere of a 1970s paranoia film. Enhanced by trippy visuals and an unnerving musical soundtrack, the plot explores bigger mysteries about the substance's true capabilities. It's a smart, beautifully animated, and utterly compelling first season.

6. Fallout Season 2

The acclaimed adaptation based on the iconic video game series returned with a new batch of episodes that deepened its epic mystery and expanded its post-apocalyptic setting. Although it ventures in the direction of the legendary location of New Vegas, the season is not a straight adaptation of that game; rather, it further explore themes of control and autonomy.

The show skillfully juggles several storylines and perspectives, from the protagonist's quest for justice to Maximus's struggle with the ideology of the Brotherhood of Steel. The result is a deeply layered and wholly engaging addition to the ever-growing wasteland saga.

5. Invincible Season 3

This bloody and emotionally charged adult animation series continues its powerful streak in season 3. The hero confronts immense pressure on all side: preparing for a looming Viltrumite invasion, guiding his young brother, and battling with his shadowy GDA. The story once again features some of the most brutal action sequences the series has ever produced.

Mark's physical and psychological limits are repeatedly pushed. He must contend with foes more powerful than himself, the consequences of his actions, and the ethical burden of his decisions. Excellent arcs for key cast members such as Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode round out a fantastic season.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

The director's irreverent anti-hero series returned with elevated significance within the revamped DC canon, and season 2 executes on that fronts. While it effectively lays groundwork for future cinematic universe projects, it primarily tells a resonant and focused {