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What would you do with boundless control? That's the core inquiry explored by all best science fiction as well as fantastical stories. What if you gained extraordinary powers? Perhaps discovered a miraculous substance? Or if every single person became wholly committed to your happiness? Could you use that influence for good, or would you give in to your own baser instincts?

These shows featured below each explore this concept in distinct ways (with a single notable exclusion). Presented below is our countdown of the 10 top installments of science fiction & fantastical TV from 2025.

10. Spider-Man: Your Friendly Neighborhood

Despite more than six decades of stories, Spider-Man remains reinterpreted by fresh creative voices. This series delivers a refreshing perspective at the character's formative years, skillfully merging classic comic story beats with influences from other adaptations to craft something that feels simultaneously new and profoundly engaging.

Instead of operating solo or Iron Man as a guide, this iteration of Peter Parker develops a complex relationship with Norman Osborn, who in this story is still just the CEO of Oscorp. Through their interactions, Peter grows into his own man, learning the signature mantra of great power and responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Showrunner Vivienne Medrano's audacious mature musical-comedy show, which sprang from a fan-funded pilot, truly found its footing in its sophomore installment. Following the climactic events of the first season, the narrative expands significantly, following the scheming media overlord Vox who seizes control of the situation, sparking a chain of increasingly explosive conflicts that inevitably end in elaborate musical numbers.

While it might not have a one breakout hit on the level of the first season's "iconic tune," this is due to everything in this season being more complex. The action, character development, and especially the music are collectively elevated. The season moves the main storyline forward while delivering no shortage of bizarre, unhinged, and ultimately fun fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

Following the acclaimed Netflix show, Daredevil: Born Again had enormous expectations. After well-documented development challenges, the final product demonstrates it was worthy of the wait. The plot centers on Matt Murdock after his dual life as Daredevil is exposed, making him a target to enemies from his past and new threats in a slightly take of his familiar world.

The first episode is explosive, capturing the intense tone audiences cherished from the prior series. Although the middle episodes venture into certain new territory, the season concludes on a strong note, setting viewers eagerly anticipating a second installment.

7. Common Side Effects

A unexpected 2025 gem, this series could be described as a crime saga with a humor of a suburban satire. Created by an Adult Swim veteran alongside comedy Steve Hely, the series tells the saga of a nerdy mycologist who finds a miraculous mushroom and soon finds himself pursued by forces including unscrupulous Big Pharma executives to federal agents.

Despite being a parody, the narrative plays out with the serious intensity of a 1970s conspiracy thriller. Enhanced by trippy animation and an eerie score, the story delves into deeper questions about the substance's full effects. It's a intelligent, beautifully animated, and completely gripping ten-episode season.

6. Fallout Season 2

This acclaimed adaptation of the popular video game series came back with a second batch of episodes that expanded its sprawling lore and broadened its nuclear wasteland setting. Although it ventures in the direction of the legendary location of New Vegas, the season is far from a direct retelling of that title; rather, it further explore themes of control and freedom.

The show skillfully balances several narrative threads and points of view, from Lucy's quest for answers to Maximus's reckoning with the ideology of the his faction. The result is a rich layered and utterly engaging addition to the ever-growing Fallout mythology.

5. Invincible Season 3

This visceral and emotionally charged animated show keeps its winning streak in season 3. The hero faces immense challenges on all fronts: training for a looming Viltrumite invasion, guiding his powered brother, and battling with the secretive Global Defense Agency. The story also includes some of the most intense action sequences the show has yet produced.

Mark's physical and emotional endurance are constantly tested. He must grapple with foes more powerful than himself, the consequences of his actions, and the ethical burden of his decisions. Excellent storylines for supporting characters such as Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode complete a fantastic season.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

James Gunn's offbeat anti-hero series returned with elevated importance within the revamped DC canon, and season 2 delivers on both count. Although it effectively establishes foundations for future DCU stories, it primarily presents a powerful and self-contained {