The Ringer's the Best TV Episodes of 2019

Even before Apple TV+ and Disney+ entered the picture in November, there was more scripted television flooding the airwaves than at any prior point in history. The surplus of content can be kind of overwhelming—and in case you think Peak TV has reached its peak, get ready for HBO Max, Peacock, and [checks notes] Quibi, coming to a screen near you in 2020. Thankfully, the rise in TV quantity hasn't always meant a dip in quality—as we were blessed with some peerless, compelling episodes from the very best shows of 2019. Below, Ringer staffers Andrew Gruttadaro and Miles Surrey break down their top 10 installments from the year.