The 25 Best TV Shows of 2022

"The watchword for TV in 2022? "More." There were more TV shows, more streaming services, more ways to watch all of these series (or just content) than ever before. Though more doesn't always mean better, we were indeed graced with a goodly amount of worthwhile television this year. In our list below (nominated and voted for by Paste staff, TV editors, and writers), it's worth noting how many comedies, half-hour shows, or series with generally shorter episodes / seasons ended up on the final list. That certainly says something about where our preferences lie, networks!"