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What could you accomplish with unlimited power? This is a core question asked by all best science fiction as well as fantasy stories. Imagine if you were granted superhuman abilities? Perhaps stumbled upon a life-altering drug? What about each and every other person became dedicated to your satisfaction? Could you wield such influence for the greater good, or would you succumb to your baser instincts?

The shows listed below each explore this theme in various ways (aside from one key exclusion). Detailed below is our list of the ten best installments of science fiction and fantasy television from 2025.

10. Spider-Man: Your Friendly Neighborhood

Even after over six decades of history, Spider-Man continues to be reimagined by new talent. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man offers a refreshing perspective at the character's formative years, skillfully combining essential source material story beats with ideas from the broader Marvel universe to create something which is both fresh and deeply compelling.

Rather than operating alone or Iron Man as a mentor, this iteration of the hero develops a complex relationship with Norman Osborn, who in this story is merely the CEO of Oscorp. Through their interactions, Peter grows into a true hero, internalizing the signature lesson of power and great responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Creator Vivienne Medrano's audacious adult musical-comedy show, which originated as a fan-funded short, fully hit its stride in its second installment. Building on the game-changing events of the first season, the story expands considerably, centering on the ambitious media overlord Vox as he takes control of the situation, sparking a chain of increasingly dramatic conflicts that naturally end in elaborate song.

While it might not have a one viral song on the level of season one's "iconic tune," this is due to everything in this season being increasingly ambitious. The action, personal development, and above all the music are collectively elevated. The season moves the main storyline forward while delivering plenty of bizarre, wild, and simply entertaining dark fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

Following the acclaimed Netflix show, Daredevil: Born Again had enormous expectations. After well-documented production issues, the resulting product proves to be worth the effort. The plot centers on Matt Murdock once his dual life as Daredevil is exposed, leaving him a target to enemies from his history and present in a refreshed version of his well-known setting.

The first episode is a thrilling return to form, capturing the gritty feeling audiences loved from the prior incarnation. While the subsequent chapters explore some different narrative ground, the season concludes powerfully, setting fans keenly awaiting a second installment.

7. Common Side Effects

An unexpected this year's highlight, this series is essentially a Breaking Bad with a sensibility of King of the Hill. Helmed by an Adult Swim veteran alongside comedy Steve Hely, the series tells the story of a mild-mannered fungi expert who finds a miraculous mushroom and quickly finds himself pursued by everyone from ruthless pharmaceutical CEOs to federal authorities.

Despite being a parody, the show unfolds with the serious intensity of a classic conspiracy film. Accentuated by hallucinogenic animation and an eerie musical soundtrack, the plot delves into bigger questions about the mushroom's true effects. It's a intelligent, beautifully animated, and completely gripping first season.

6. Fallout Season 2

This hit adaptation based on the popular video game franchise returned with a second season of stories that deepened its epic lore and expanded its nuclear wasteland setting. While it travels toward the fan-favorite location of New Vegas, the story is not a direct adaptation of that game; instead, it further explore themes of authority and freedom.

The show skillfully balances multiple narrative threads and perspectives, from Lucy's mission for justice to a knight's struggle with the dogma of the Brotherhood of Steel. The result is a rich detailed and wholly absorbing chapter to the ever-growing Fallout mythology.

5. Invincible Season 3

This bloody and emotionally charged animated series continues its powerful momentum in its third outing. The hero faces immense challenges on every side: preparing for a looming Viltrumite invasion, guiding his powered sibling, and clashing with his secretive GDA. The story once again includes some of the most intense fight sequences the series has ever delivered.

Mark's bodily and psychological endurance are constantly pushed. He must contend with opponents stronger than himself, the consequences of his battles, and the ethical weight of his decisions. Excellent arcs for key cast members like Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode complete a superb season.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

James Gunn's offbeat superhero series came back with increased significance within the revamped DC universe, and it executes on that count. While it effectively lays groundwork for upcoming DCU projects, it also presents a resonant and self-contained {