We’re currently in the Golden Age of TV where there are countless shows to watch spread between traditional networks and new streaming services. Most of the shows produced have high-quality graphics, compelling storylines, and good writing. The rise of social media has also allowed fans to rally support for their favorite shows, making some creations create a huge buzz and become a major success.

On the flip side, the availability of a wide variety of options makes some fantastic shows go unnoticed. Even so, you can still find lots of underrated shows to keep you entertained whether you use streaming services or traditional networks.

Here are the top five shows that nobody ever saw coming, despite major hits. These shows are worth watching for anyone looking for a great source of entertainment, although you can also wager in the BestUSCasinos if you’re looking for a more thrilling experience.

Travelers (2018-2018)

Starring Eric McCormack, this Canadian TV show premiered in 2016 and aired for three seasons. The show was first run in Canada’s special channel showcase, before being available on Netflix for the last season.

Set several hundred years into the future, this sci-fi movie displays a world where humans can send their consciousness back in time to the 21st century in the hope to save humanity. Most fans have praised the show for its premise, despite only running for a few seasons.

Counterpart (2017-2019)

Another interesting sci-fi thriller, Counterpart started airing in 2017 and aired for two seasons. The TV show stars J.K Simmons as a UN employee who finds out that the agency he works for is a gateway to a parallel universe that’s in a cold war with each other and that his other self works as their top spy.

Many viewers praise Simmons for his performance in this show, even giving the show an impressive 100% Rotten Tomatoes score. The show ran for two seasons, but Starz refused to renew the show for the third season because of a change in programming.

Slow Horses (2022)

Starring Gary Oldman, Slow Horses is an exciting TV show that tells the story of several MI5 misfits who are not impressive in their jobs and not terrible enough to be sacked. The show is based on the Slough House book written by Mick Heron and has aired for two seasons on Apple TV+.

Better Things (2016-2022)

Better Things is a comedy-drama that ran on FX from 2016 to 2022. The plot follows the life of a Los Angeles actor as she struggles to juggle between being a single mom and caring for her old mom. Interestingly, co-creator Pamela Adlon said the show was simply an exaggerated version of her personal life. Users have also praised the show for being fun and witty.

Mr Inbetween (2018-2021)

Airing from 2018-2021 on FX, Mr. Inbetween is an Australian dark comedy inspired by the popular movie, The Magician. The show is about a criminal for hire known as Ray, as he struggles to juggle his professional life with other typical responsibilities like handling his relationship with his mother and daughter. The show ranks a solid 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes, although it didn’t get the viewership it deserved on a global scale.

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