The best TV shows of 2020

From Netflix originals to adventures in a galaxy far away, these are the best small screen treats of last year

Binging TV has rarely been as comforting or necessary as it was last year. Here are our six favorite shows of 2020...

6. THE QUEEN'S GAMBIT

A gripping series that somehow makes chess thrilling. Anya Taylor-Joy's prodigy takes on the Russians and discovers life beyond the board is far less patterned or symmetrical. 

5. DEVS

Alex Garland's first foray into TV matched up to Ex Machina. A big-brain chin-stroke on free will and determinism... oh, and giant children. 

4. NORMAL PEOPLE

If you were craving intimacy during lockdown, this adaptation of Sally Rooney's novel hit hard; its heart-piercing romance resonating across generations. The leads are outstanding. 

3. I MAY DESTROY YOU

A bold piece of television that defies all small-screen expectations. Told over 12 parts, it confidently tackles themes of consent, race, and gender, while evading genre shackles. 

2. THE MANDALORIAN

Star Wars fans in the UK were treated to a double doze of Mando in 2020 thanks to Disney+'s delayed launch. The most confident action show around, this is easily the best thing Disney has done with George Lucas' universe. 

1. SMALL AXE

Featuring stories of oppression, hope, love and adversity set across a West Indian community spanning decades, Steve McQueen's anthology makes for remarkably impactful viewing.

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