Favorite New Shows of 2025

Oh hey, look, it's December. That means it's time to look back at my favorite new shows of 2025. As always, it's not huge because time is, you know, limited, and there are just too many shows to watch.

The Paper

Do sequels or reboots to TV shows work? Well, it depends, doesn't it? Some don't, some do, and in this case, obviously because I've included it here, I think The Paper does. And one of the main reasons for that is that it's really only sequel/reboot-adjacent. It's not really, it just has one character that carries over from The Office, Oscar, and a completely new cast of characters otherwise. The standout is definitely Sabrina Impacciatore as Esmeralda, she is absolutely hilarious, and while she is supposed to be annoying (and is, sometimes), she so embodies the role that you can't help but laugh. 

Outlander: Blood of My Blood

Oh look, this isn't a sequel/reboot, but a prequel, and honestly, I usually hate prequels, because you already kind of know where things are going to end up. But, in this case, we don't know a lot of the details, and since the OG Outlander left Scotland, it just hasn't felt quite like the same show. So, getting to go back and be in the Scottish Highlands again with some star-crossed love? That helps. But it's also, actually, pretty good, which I was not expecting. 

Stick

If you're looking for a feel good show with a lot of heart, then Stick is something you should check out. I'm not a golf person, and I still enjoyed the show, so if that is a deterrent for you, don't let it be. It's honestly way more about the relationships than the golf, but sports, as always, give a nice structure and something to root for throughout, so it doesn't hurt that it's got that going too. A standout in this one is Mariana Treviño - another funny, feisty woman.

The Chair Company

Okay, what do you even say about this show? It's kinda thrilling, kinda funny, and kinda weird. Tim Robinson is always kinda funny and kinda weird, but adding in the thriller element actually really works for his brand of humor. There's something that puts you on edge with each episode, yet you're laughing at the same time. It's an engaging combo!

Honorable Mentions: The Studio (only seen the pilot episode, but seems like something I will like all the way through), Pluribus (am caught up on, but not sure where it's going long term)

Any new shows you loved that I should check out? Let me know in the comments!

Past Years:

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