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Good shows to binge-watch on Hulu aren't hard to come by. From classics like The Handmaid's Tale to new gems like Tiny Beautiful Things, there's a wealth of great content on the platform. To help you find exactly what you're looking for, we've compiled a list of the best shows on Hulu, whether it be a half-hour comedy for some quick laughs or an hour-long drama you can sink your teeth into.
For more recommendations, check out our list of the best movies on Hulu, best shows to binge-watch, and best comedy shows on Hulu.
Editor's note: This article was updated February 2025 to include The Best Heart Attack of My Life.
‘The Best Heart Attack of My Life’ (2025)
IMDb: 7.5/10
The Best Heart Attack of My Life
Genre Drama, Comedy
Language Spanish
Debut Date January 24, 2024
Based on the eponymous novel by Hernán Casciari, The Best Heart Attack of My Life is an Argentinian miniseries. Inspired by true events, the show stars Alan Sabbagh as Ariel, a ghostwriter who suffers a life-threatening heart attack in a foreign country, forcing him to rely on strangers for help and leading to a transformative experience. The show, created by Pablo E. Bossi, also stars Olivia Molina, Rogelio Gracia, Romina Peluffo, Imanol Arias, Brian Maya, Rita Cortese, and Eleonora Wexler.
The Best Heart Attack of My Life premiered in January 2025 and has received generally favorable reviews. While the story can be uneven, it still has enough charm and warmth to keep you invested. The show is fairly simple (and at times formulaic) but ultimately rewarding experience. Easily one of the most underrated shows of the year, The Best Heart Attack of My Life is a deeply self-reflective and life-affirming watch.
‘Snowfall’ (2017 - 2023)
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 8.4/10
A series bolstered by one of the best titles in modern television, Snowfall is set in 1980s Los Angeles and follows an ensemble cast as they become engulfed in the first crack epidemic. With many lives either directly or indirectly affected, crime bosses, drug dealers, the CIA, and innocent families will all intersect in the search for meaning and justice. Perhaps the best compliment that can be paid to Snowfall is just how ironically addictive it is. With each passing episode, as the intricate story dives deeper, the show becomes impossible to turn off, with twists and turns aplenty making for gripping viewing. Beloved by millions, Snowfall’s six years on air never dropped the ball, with a spinoff series even reported to be in development. - Jake Hodges
‘Paradise’ (2025)
Rotten Tomatoes: 75% | IMDb: 7.9/10
Paradise
Release Date January 26, 2025
Network Hulu
Directors Gandja Monteiro
Writers Jason Wilborn
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Julianne Nicholson
Samantha 'Sinatra' Redmond
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This brand-new series coming to both Hulu and ABC stars Academy Award nominee Sterling K. Brown as Xavier Brown, a secret service agent tasked with protecting President Cal Bradford (James Marsden). Also starring the likes of Julianne Nicholson and Sarah Shahi, Paradise promises action and tension aplenty as secrets and lies threaten to turn a potentially dangerous situation fatal. A thriller in every sense of the word, Paradise is a new series you won’t want to miss. - Jake Hodges
‘Will Trent’ (2023 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 7.7/10
Will Trent
Release Date January 3, 2023
Network ABC
Writers Daniel T. Thomsen, Liz Heldens, Karin Slaughter
Created by Liz Heldens and Daniel T. Thomsen, Will Trent follows the titular Georgia Bureau of Investigation special agent, portrayed by Ramón Rodríguez, who is intent on leaving no stone unturned after being pulled from pillar to post by the foster care system as a child. Based on the books by Karin Slaughter, Will Trent is both a doting homage to the source material and a creative screen translation, with characters who perhaps don’t look like their literary counterparts but are certainly just as beloved. Packed full of action and heart, Will Trent is worth a watch whether you’ve read the novels or not. - Jake Hodges
‘Animal Control’ (2023 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 79% | IMDb: 6.7/10
From Community college to a Seattle Animal Control unit, Joel McHale is back to his sitcom best with this series created by Bob Fisher, Rob Greenberg, and Dan Sterling. The series follows McHale as Frank, a bitter animal control unit leader who, along with his rag-tag colleagues, overcomes all manner of strange and wonderful challenges on a daily basis. If you’re looking for something light and easy to help ease the blues, Animal Control is the show for you. Packed full of silly gags and pierced with a strong heart, Animal Control is a touching modern sitcom. - Jake Hodges
‘Going Dutch’ (2025 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 5.1/10
Created by Joel Church-Cooper, Going Dutch is a Fox sitcom starring Denis Leary as the arrogant and loud-mouthed Army Colonel Patrick Quinn. After an offensive rant, Quinn is reassigned to the Netherlands to lead the "least important Army base in the world,” where he attempts to restore discipline. To make things worse, he has to work with the base’s former leader, his estranged daughter Maggie. Taylor Misiak plays the Colonel’s far more open-minded daughter, Captain Maggie Quinn, with Danny Pudi, Laci Mosley, Hal Cumpston, Dempsey Bryk, Joe Morton, and Catherine Tate in key supporting roles.
Going Dutch premiered on Fox in January 2025, receiving largely favorable reviews from critics, with comparisons to the short-lived sitcom Enlisted. Going Dutch has received praise for its deliciously irreverent comedy and easy-to-watch nature. It has the potential to be a long-running comedy favorite.
‘Rivals’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 8.0/10
Rivals
Release Date October 18, 2024
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Bryony Hannah
Deirdre Kilpatrick
Based on the 1988 Jilly Cooper novel of the same name, Rivals tells the story of British nobleman Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) and ruthless managing director of Corinium Television, Lord Baddingham (David Tennant), as their long-standing rivalry spirals out of control. A rambunctious, vibrant series, Rivals shot to the top of Hulu’s charts, becoming one of the streamer's best offerings in a strong year. Fast-paced and thrilling, Rivals is beautifully unexpected and deftly crafted from beloved source material. - Jake Hodges
‘Gilmore Girls’ (2000 - 2007)
Rotten Tomatoes: 88% | IMDb: 8.2/10
This beloved series from the mind of Amy Sherman-Palladino follows mother and daughter best friends Lorelai (Lauren Graham) and Rory Gilmore (Alexis Bledel) and their cozy lives in the fictional sepia-toned town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut. Alongside a host of memorable characters, the two navigate the ups, downs, and in-betweens of modern life. There’s a reason Gilmore Girls has such a dedicated fanbase, with millions returning to the series year after year to relax in the comfort of the show’s ever-friendly ensemble. Never boring nor dramatic, the series dances through the quirks of life with a pleasant wink, proving effortlessly comforting and the perfect getaway series. - Jake Hodges
‘Ally McBeal’ (1997 - 2002)
Rotten Tomatoes: 61% | IMDb: 6.9/10
Ally McBeal
Release Date 1997 - 2001
Network FOX
Created by David E. Kelly, Ally McBeal follows the life of the titular lawyer, played by Calista Flockhart. However, there are ulterior motives to Ally’s career, with a former childhood sweetheart and his new wife also working at the firm. A fun, endearing ride through the ups and downs of a complicated love life, Ally McBeal is the sort of series with the potential to instantly become your favorite. Packed full of memorable moments, the show was ahead of its time in its championing of telling stories through a woman’s lens without leaning heavily on stereotyping. - Jake Hodges
‘Paris Has Fallen’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 80% | IMDb: 6.5/10
Paris Has Fallen
Release Date September 23, 2024
Network Canal+
Cast
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Tewfik Jallab
Vincent Taleb
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This new Hulu action series follows the team of protection officer Vincent Taleb (Tewfik Jallab) and MI6 operative Zara Taylor (Ritu Arya), who are charged with bringing down a terrorist group led by the evil Jacob Pearce (Sean Harris). However, little do the pair know that this mission is one with much wider consequences than they first believe. Packed full of action set pieces and explosive drama, Paris Has Fallen is the latest installment from the Has Fallen universe that prioritizes testosterone-fueled chaos over character-led drama. Not to be taken too seriously, Paris Has Fallen is high-flying, haywire fun. - Jake Hodges
‘Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War’ (2022 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 9.0/10
Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War
Release Date October 10, 2022
Network TV Tokyo
Showrunner Tite Kubo
This highly-rated anime series based on Tite Kubo’s manga follows residents who have disappeared from the Human World and the desperate hunt to find out what’s behind it, all under the shadow of a threatening darkness. As all great animes should, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War takes an aesthetically immersive art style and blends it with a wholly gripping story for an unforgettable viewing experience. By choosing to have Kubo deeply involved with the crafting of his series, the dedication to the source material can be felt in every frame. For anime fans, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War should be next on your list. - Jake Hodges
‘Say Nothing’ (2024)
Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 8.4/10
Say Nothing
Release Date 2024 - 2023
Network Hulu
Directors Anthony Byrne, Mary Nighy
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Lola Petticrew
Dolours Price
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Maxine Peake
Older Dolours Price
This highly rated docudrama follows the disappearance of Jean McConville, one of several who disappeared in Northern Ireland in 1972, known as The Disappeared. With radical politics changing the cultural climate of the country at the time, Say Nothing depicts four decades of The Troubles. An educational and highly enthralling docudrama, Say Nothing is both honest and entertaining. Unpacking a terrifying time in recent history that saw bloodshed on a level more awful than anyone could’ve imagined, Say Nothing pulls no punches in its delivery of the sheer scale of The Troubles. - Jake Hodges
‘Interior Chinatown’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 75%
Interior Chinatown
Release Date November 19, 2024
This brand-new Hulu comedy created by Charles Yu (and based on his novel of the same name) follows Jimmy O. Yang as Willis Wu, an Asian-American actor stuck in background roles. However, after becoming the accidental witness of a crime, his life unravels in a way he could’ve never imagined — certainly not one that will somehow help change his career forever. Yang is a fan-favorite of many, with his brilliant comedic timing and loveable charm making him the perfect lead for this tale. Whether you’re a fan of the 2020 original novel or not, Interior Chinatown remains a series worthy of your time. - Jake Hodges
‘How to Get Away with Murder’ (2014 - 2020)
Rotten Tomatoes: 88% | IMDb: 8.1/10
One of the best-loved series on Hulu right now, How to Get Away with Murder follows the intricate, ambitious murder plot of a group of students and their professor. The catch? They all study law, with their professor the perfect accomplice to help pull off a crime that will change their lives. Among the sea of dramas and thrillers made in recent memory, How to Get Away with Murder certainly stands out thanks to a stylish aesthetic and an immersive ensemble cast. Beloved both publicly and critically, the series even won the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress, with the award going to the always-brilliant Viola Davis. - Jake Hodges
‘High Potential’ (2024)
Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 7.8/10
This crime drama created by Drew Goddard follows single mom Morgan (Kaitlin Olson), who is burdened by a chaotic three children and becomes the unlikely mastermind behind the solving of a mysterious crime during her time as a police department janitor. Featuring an immersive lead performance from the brilliant Olson, supported by the likes of Judy Reyes, Javicia Leslie, Daniel Sunjata, and others, High Potential is a well-crafted, twisty series that acts as a perfect vehicle for its lead star’s talent. Flourished with clever moments of comedy, High Potential is a well-deserved addition to Hulu’s catalog. - Jake Hodges
‘How to Die Alone’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 6.9/10
This brand-new Hulu comedy is co-created, written by, and stars Natasha Rothwell and follows The White Lotus alum as Melissa, an employee at JFK airport. Stuck in a financially and socially disappointing lifestyle, a near-death experience unexpectedly shifts her outlook and sets her on the path to changing her luck. Also featuring the likes of Conrad Ricamora, Jocko Sims, Jaylee Hamidi, and Michelle McLeod, How to Die Alone tells a tale of the unlikely arrival of love and offers hope to many who might resonate with the series’ down-on-her-luck central character. - Jake Hodges
‘English Teacher’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.3/10
This brand-new Hulu series follows Brian Jordan Alvarez’s Evan Marquez, a gay high school English teacher. Stuck in the middle of the personal and professional politics of modern academic life, Evan must work to create harmony among the kids, teachers, and parents. A fulfilling, light-hearted sitcom with plenty of good laughs, English Teacher is perfect for those lazy Sundays that require easy viewing. Alvarez is addictive as the titular teacher, with a performance that finally gives him the leading light he deserves after successful supporting appearances in the likes of Will & Grace and Jane the Virgin. - Jake Hodges
‘Lost’ (2004 - 2010)
Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 8.3/10
Lost
Release Date September 22, 2004
Network ABC
Showrunner Damon Lindelof, Carlton Cuse
Created by Jeffrey Lieber, J. J. Abrams, and Damon Lindelof, Lost is an iconic science fiction adventure drama series that aired for six seasons between 2004 and 2010. The show follows the survivors of an airplane crash who find themselves stranded on a mysterious island in the South Pacific Ocean. The series features an ensemble cast that includes Matthew Fox, Evangeline Lilly, Jorge Garcia, Ian Somerhalder, Maggie Grace, and more. Generally regarded as one of the greatest TV shows of all time, Lost was both critically and commercially successful. The series also won numerous accolades, including Emmys, Golden Globes, and BAFTA TV Awards. In its day, Lost was also one of the most expensive shows on TV. An epic serialized story that fired up the public imagination, Lost has had a profound impact on popular culture, garnering a dedicated fanbase around the world. Its combination of mystery, drama, and science fiction is a winning blend that makes for a thoroughly engrossing journey — even though that journey ends with a highly divisive series finale.
'The Bear' (2023 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 99% | IMDb: 8.6/10
The Bear
Release Date June 23, 2022
Network Hulu
Showrunner Christopher Storer
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Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Richard 'Richie' Jerimovich
This worldwide smash hit show sees breakout star Jeremy Allen White star as culinary prodigy Carmen Berzatto, a success in the world of fine dining. However, after his brother sadly commits suicide, Carmen must return home and rejoin his family’s small local sandwich shop, The Original Beef of Chicagoland. Now, having to face the harsh realities of local business and a world away from his life of Michelin-star cuisine, how will Carmen cope with balancing a yearning desire to return to his high life, a broken family dynamic, and the grief over losing his brother?
An awards darling, having scooped up multiple Primetime Emmys and Golden Globes, The Bear has many triumphant factors in the recipe for its success, not least of which is Jeremy Allen White’s captivating lead performance. Managing to find a nuanced balance between heartbreaking and frustrating, the actor has rightfully earned himself both public and critical acclaim for his astonishing performance. Beyond Allen White, though, the show is a gorgeously written story that captures the familial bond at its heart, with the dysfunctional relationship between almost all of its main cast gutwrenchingly relatable. Like fine dining, The Bear is a show to be savored. - Jake Hodges
'Scandal' (2012 - 2018)
Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 7.7/10
Scandal
Release Date 2012 - 2017
Network ABC
Created by the legendary Shonda Rhimes, Scandal is an ABC political thriller series that stars Kerry Washington as political fixer Olivia Pope. Based in Washington, D.C., the series follows the staff at Pope’s crisis management firm as they deal with various political situations and scandals. The show ran for 124 episodes over seven seasons, airing from 2012 to 2018. Besides Washington, the series also stars Darby Stanchfield, Katie Lowes, Guillermo Diaz, Jeff Perry, and Tony Goldwyn. Scandal earned high viewership numbers and widespread acclaim over the course of its time on the air, receiving a number of accolades, including the 2012 Image Award for Outstanding Drama Series. Washington’s iconic performance as the bold, powerful political/legal mover has earned the actor nominations for Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Awards. With intense drama and thrilling stories of political maneuvering, Scandal is one of the best shows ever developed by one of TV’s most successful creators.
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