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What would you do with boundless control? That's the fundamental inquiry posed by the best sci-fi as well as fantastical stories. What if you were granted extraordinary powers? Or stumbled upon a life-altering substance? Or if every other human was dedicated to your happiness? Would you wield such power for good, or would you succumb to your baser impulses?

The series featured below each grapple with that very concept in distinct ways (aside from a single key exception). Presented here is a list of the 10 top seasons of sci-fi & fantasy TV from the past year.

10. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man

Despite more than 60 years of stories, Spider-Man continues to be reinvented by new creative voices. This series delivers a refreshing perspective at the hero's formative years, cleverly blending essential source material elements with ideas from other adaptations to create something which is simultaneously new and deeply engaging.

Rather than being solo or Iron Man as a guide, this iteration of Peter Parker develops a evolving partnership with Norman Osborn, who in this story is still just the CEO of Oscorp. Through their interactions, Peter becomes his own man, learning the iconic mantra of power and great responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Creator Vivienne Medrano's boldly transgressive adult musical-comedy show, which originated as a fan-funded short, fully found its footing in its sophomore installment. Following the game-changing revelations of season 1, the narrative expands considerably, centering on the ambitious media overlord Vox who seizes command of the situation, igniting a chain of ever-more explosive confrontations that inevitably culminate in elaborate song.

While it might not have a one viral hit on the level of season one's "iconic tune," this is due to everything in season 2 being more ambitious. The action, personal development, and above all the score and songs are collectively more sophisticated. The story advances the overarching plot forward while providing no shortage of weird, unhinged, and simply entertaining dark fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

As a successor to the legendary Netflix series, Daredevil: Born Again faced enormous shoes to fill. Despite significant production challenges, the resulting product proves it was worthy of the wait. The plot centers on Matt Murdock after his secret identity as Daredevil is publicly revealed, leaving him vulnerable to foes both history and present in a refreshed version of his well-known setting.

The first episode is a thrilling return to form, evoking the intense tone fans cherished from the prior incarnation. Although the subsequent episodes venture into certain different narrative ground, the first season concludes powerfully, leaving fans keenly anticipating a second installment.

7. Common Side Effects

A surprising 2025 gem, this show is essentially a crime saga with the sensibility of a suburban satire. Created by an Adult Swim veteran alongside writer Steve Hely, the series follows the saga of a mild-mannered mycologist who discovers a curative mushroom and quickly finds himself pursued by forces including ruthless pharmaceutical CEOs to federal agents.

Despite being a parody, the show unfolds with the serious atmosphere of a classic conspiracy thriller. Accentuated by trippy animation and an eerie musical soundtrack, the story delves into deeper questions about the substance's true effects. It's a intelligent, beautifully animated, and completely gripping first season.

6. Fallout Season 2

The acclaimed adaptation of the iconic video game series came back with a new season of episodes that deepened its sprawling lore and expanded its post-apocalyptic setting. Although it ventures in the direction of the fan-favorite location of New Vegas, the story is not a direct retelling of that title; rather, it further explore themes of control and freedom.

The show skillfully balances several storylines and points of view, from the protagonist's quest for answers to a knight's reckoning with the dogma of the his faction. The outcome is a deeply detailed and wholly absorbing addition to the ever-growing Fallout saga.

5. Invincible Season 3

The bloody and heartfelt adult animation show keeps its winning streak in its third outing. Mark Grayson confronts immense challenges on all side: preparing for a looming alien invasion, guiding his young brother, and clashing with his shadowy Global Defense Agency. The season also includes some of the most brutally intense action sequences the series has yet produced.

Mark's bodily and emotional limits are repeatedly tested. He must contend with opponents stronger than he is, the consequences of his actions, and the ethical weight of his decisions. Standout storylines for key characters like Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode round out a superb installment.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

The director's irreverent superhero series came back with elevated importance within the new DC canon, and it executes on both fronts. Although it successfully lays foundations for upcoming DCU projects, it primarily presents a resonant and focused {