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What would you do with infinite ability? This is the central inquiry explored by the finest sci-fi and fantasy narratives. What if you possessed extraordinary powers? Or discovered a revolutionary substance? Or if each and every single person was wholly committed to your personal happiness? Would you use such power for good, or would you succumb to your own darker instincts?

The series featured herein each grapple with this theme in distinct manners (aside from one key exception). Detailed below is our list of the ten best installments of science fiction and fantasy TV from 2025.

10. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man

Even after over six decades of stories, Spider-Man is constantly reinvented by new creative voices. This series delivers a refreshing look at the character's early days, skillfully combining essential source material story beats with influences from the broader Marvel universe to craft something that feels both new and profoundly compelling.

Instead of being alone or having Tony Stark as a mentor, this iteration of Peter Parker develops a complex partnership with the future Green Goblin, who here is merely the CEO of Oscorp. Through their dynamic, Peter grows into a true hero, learning the signature mantra of great power and great responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Creator Vivienne Medrano's audacious mature musical series, which sprang from a fan-funded pilot, fully found its footing in its second season. Building on the game-changing events of season 1, the story expands considerably, centering on the ambitious TV demon Vox as he seizes command of the situation, sparking a chain of increasingly explosive conflicts that inevitably culminate in elaborate musical numbers.

While it might not have a single breakout song on the level of the first season's "iconic tune," that's because each element in season 2 being increasingly interwoven. The action, character arcs, and above all the music are collectively elevated. The season moves the main storyline dramatically while delivering plenty of bizarre, unhinged, and ultimately entertaining dark fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

Following the legendary Netflix show, Daredevil: Born Again faced enormous shoes to fill. After significant production challenges, the final product demonstrates to be worthy of the wait. The story centers on Matt Murdock once his dual life as Daredevil is publicly revealed, leaving him a target to enemies from his history and new threats in a slightly take of his well-known world.

The premiere is a thrilling return to form, capturing the gritty tone fans loved from the original series. Although the subsequent chapters explore some different territory, the season concludes on a strong note, setting viewers keenly awaiting a second season.

7. Common Side Effects

A unexpected this year's gem, this series could be described as a crime saga with the sensibility of King of the Hill. Created by an Adult Swim veteran and comedy Steve Hely, the series follows the story of a mild-mannered mycologist who discovers a curative mushroom and soon finds himself pursued by everyone from unscrupulous Big Pharma CEOs to government authorities.

Despite being a spoof, the show plays out with the grave atmosphere of a 1970s conspiracy thriller. Accentuated by trippy visuals and an eerie musical soundtrack, the story delves into deeper mysteries about the substance's true capabilities. It's a smart, visually striking, and utterly compelling ten-episode season.

6. Fallout Season 2

This acclaimed series of the iconic video game series returned with a new batch of episodes that deepened its sprawling lore and expanded its post-apocalyptic world. While it travels in the direction of the fan-favorite location of New Vegas, the story is far from a direct retelling of that game; instead, it continues to examine ideas of control and autonomy.

The show skillfully balances several storylines and perspectives, from Lucy's mission for justice to Maximus's struggle with the dogma of the Brotherhood of Steel. The outcome is a deeply detailed and wholly absorbing chapter to the expanding Fallout mythology.

5. Invincible Season 3

The visceral and emotionally charged animated show continues its winning momentum in its third outing. The hero faces immense pressure on every side: training for a looming alien invasion, mentoring his powered sibling, and clashing with the shadowy GDA. The season also features some of the most brutally brutal fight scenes the series has yet produced.

The protagonist's bodily and psychological limits are repeatedly pushed. He must contend with foes more powerful than he is, the aftermath of his actions, and the moral burden of his decisions. Standout arcs for supporting characters such as Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode round out a superb season.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

James Gunn's offbeat anti-hero series came back with increased significance within the new DC canon, and season 2 delivers on both fronts. While it successfully lays groundwork for upcoming DCU stories, it primarily tells a resonant and self-contained {