TV series results of 2023: from zombies to neighborhood boys.

This year we learned the word "chushpan" and were amazed at how cool video games can be adapted. We were again surprised at how Mike Flanagan can make intelligent horror, and David Tennant, even after so many years, remains organic in the role of Doctor Who. In short, there is plenty to remember, so let's sum up the TV series results of 2023 and hand out nominations to the best of the best (and not only).

Everyone Watched of the Year — "The Last of Us"

For a successful adaptation of a successful video game and the focus on characters and their relationships, rather than on wow effects.

Best Mini-Series — "A Murder at the End of the World"

For Agatha Christie in high-tech style.

Surprise of the Year – "Blue Eye Samurai"

For an impressive mix of Eastern flavor and Western storytelling.

Best Male Role — Pedro Pascal ("The Last of Us")

Alternatives: Jason Segel ("Shrinking"), Jason Sudeikis ("Ted Lasso"), Jeremy Allen White ("The Bear"), Brian Cox ("Succession")

For the dad of the year.

Netflix of the Year – "Beef"

For the ability to escalate a conflict out of nowhere and make a breathtaking .

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Best Female Role – Sigourney Weaver ("The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart")

Alternatives: Emma Corrin ("A Murder at the End of the World"), Natasha Lyonne ("Poker Face"), Brie Larson ("Lessons in Chemistry"), Rebecca Ferguson ("Silo")

For the image of a strong and contradictory woman.

Dialogue of the Year — "The Fall of the House of Usher"

For conversations about the eternal with impressive surroundings.

Sensation of the Year — "The Boy's Word: Blood on the Asphalt"

For the overhype that even Netflix would envy.

Couple of the Year — Kaley Cuoco and Chris Messina ("Based on a True Story")

For the desire to support even the craziest ideas of a partner.

Sisters of the Year – Rachel Weisz ("Dead Ringers")

For a new reading of the classic body horror.

Finale of the Year – "Succession"

For a worthy ending to one of the most talked-about series of recent years.

WTF of the Year — "Secret Invasion"

For what?

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Best Second Season of the Year — "The Bear"

For a confident balance between drama and comedy.

"Holy Cow, That's Beautiful" of the Year — "Blue Eye Samurai"

For action that you can't take your eyes off.

Nothing is Clear, But Very Interesting of the Year – "Yellowjackets" (Season 2)

For continuing traditions.

Word of the Year – chushpan ("The Boy's Word: Blood on the Asphalt")

For expanding vocabulary.

Atmosphere of the Year — "Copenhagen Cowboy"

For a mind-blowing .

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Spin-off of the Year – "Gen V"

For a new batch of colorful slackers with strange abilities.

Socially Significant Series of the Year — "Cicadas"

For bringing a traumatic topic to a wide audience.

Song of the Year — Pyala ("The Boy's Word: Blood on the Asphalt")

Opening of the Year — "The Last of Us"

Best European Series of the Year — "Dear Child"

For suspense and strong direction.

Reboot of the Year – "Scott Pilgrim Takes Off"

For a new one with familiar characters.

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Heartwarming of the Year – "Cybervillage"

For the family vibe.

Best Male "Friendship" of the Year – "Fellow Travelers"

For the relationship.

Quote of the Year – I will stand with you between the heavens and the Earth ("Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story")

For the force on TikTok.

Avoiding Punishment for Murder of the Year – "You" (Season 4)

For maneuverability.

Best Session with a Psychotherapist of the Year – "Shrinking"

For useful advice and .

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Liam Neeson of the Year – Idris Elba ("Hijack")

For the ability to find a way out of a stalemate.

Best Fanservice of the Year – "Ahsoka"

For the return of beloved .

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Most Anticipated Finale of the Year – "Attack on Titan"

For finally ending.

Bodyguard of the Year – Gabriel Basso ("The Night Agent")

For confidence.

Comeback of the Year – David Tennant ("Doctor Who")

For justified expectations.

Better Keep Singing of the Year – The Weeknd ("The Idol")

For the pain and suffering from the lack of acting skills.

Pirates of the Year – "One Piece"

For dreams, a loyal crew, a ship, a compass, a fair wind and .

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Best Corporate Culture of the Year – "The Consultant"

For boundaries.

Too Bad It Was Canceled of the Year – "Lockwood & Co."

For a worthy adaptation of a popular book.

Billy Milligan of the Year – Tom Holland ("The Crowded Room")

For the diversity of personalities.

Best Book Adaptation of the Year – "All the Light We Cannot See"

For capturing the spirit of the source material.

Musical Group of the Year – Daisy Jones & The Six

Meme of the Year — Sad Kendall Roy ("Succession")

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