Best TV Episodes of 2023
“Bob’s Burgers,” “Frontline,” “Killing It” and “A Spy Among Friends” were among the series that gave us some of the best episodes of television this year.
By James Poniewozik, Mike Hale and
![Claudia O’Doherty gave one of 2023’s best comedic performances as Jillian Glopp in Peacock’s capitalism satire, “Killing It.” Behind her is her partner, Craig Foster (Craig Robinson).](https://cdn.statically.io/img/static01.nyt.com/images/2023/12/27/arts/25best-episodes-killing-it-mallory-02/25best-episodes-killing-it-mallory-02-videoLarge.jpg?auto=webp)
“Bob’s Burgers,” “Frontline,” “Killing It” and “A Spy Among Friends” were among the series that gave us some of the best episodes of television this year.
By James Poniewozik, Mike Hale and
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The 50 Best Movies on Max Right Now
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The Best Movies on Amazon Prime Video Right Now
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‘Space Cadet’ Review: Emma Roberts Shoots for the Stars
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Celine Dion Had a Medical Emergency. The Camera Kept Rolling
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How Does Democracy Die? Maybe by Laser Vision.
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In this month’s sci-fi picks, life on Mars, a social dystopia set in near-future London and a meet-cute after a spaceship accident.
By Elisabeth Vincentelli
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By Dina Gachman
Discovery airs its annual lineup of ocean terrors. And NBC airs the annual firework show in New York City.
By Shivani Gonzalez
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By Devika Girish
The hit FX series about an upstart Chicago restaurant loves the pressures of tight quarters and close shouting. The new season serves up plenty more.
By Margaret Lyons
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By Ben Kenigsberg
President Joe Biden and former President Donald J. Trump debate for the first time this campaign cycle. Country artists perform their hit songs.
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This warped Adult Swim animated series, streaming on Max, is so fast and feral it feels like its own highlight reel.
By Margaret Lyons
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