December 26th 2024.
Over the past year, we've seen some incredible content on TV. From binge-worthy Netflix shows like Baby Reindeer and One Day, to emotional reality TV moments that have left us all in tears. It's been quite a ride.
Just recently, Strictly Come Dancing made history with its first same-sex couple, and I'm A Celebrity delivered its most heartwarming season yet. And who could forget the explosive finale of The Traitors? But the excitement doesn't stop there.
In the past few days alone, we've witnessed the return of beloved shows like Outnumbered and Gavin and Stacey, and we're eagerly anticipating the release of Harlan Coben's next thriller on New Year's Day. But among all of these amazing shows, one has risen above the rest and has been crowned the best TV show of the year.
According to Rotten Tomatoes' weekly guide, Slow Horses season four takes the top spot on the list of Best TV Shows of 2024. This season received a perfect 100% score and 88% Popcornmeter rating with over 500 reviews. It's no surprise, really.
The latest installment, which premiered on Apple TV+ in September, sees the return of the talented Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb. Slow Horses, based on Mick Herron's Slough House novels, follows a group of dysfunctional British intelligence agents working in the less-than-glamorous department of Slough House. After being exiled due to their past mistakes, they must navigate the complex world of espionage to protect their country.
In season four, the focus shifts to Slough House agent River Cartwright (played by Jack Lowden) as he launches a covert investigation after his grandfather, David, shoots and kills an intruder in his bathroom. Along with Oldman, the returning cast includes Dame Kristin Scott Thomas, Saskia Reeves, and Rosalind Eleazar. And joining the cast are new faces such as Hugo Weaving, Joanna Scanlan, Ruth Bradley, Tom Brooke, and James Callis.
Critics and viewers alike have praised season four, with Metro giving it a rare five-star rating and stating that it "should be bigger than Line of Duty." The season also set a new record for Apple TV+, as it has never received a score lower than 98% and is now the highest-rated show on the streaming platform.
The New York Times described Slow Horses as "one of the most entertaining and well-put-together shows around." And it's not just Rotten Tomatoes that has recognized its brilliance. Other top shows of 2024, according to the site, include Pachinko season two, Arcane: League of Legends season two, Matlock season one, Heartstopper season three, and GIRLS5EVA season three.
But the accolades don't stop there. Baby Reindeer, Only Murders In The Building, Industry season three, and Shogun all make it into the top 20. Slow Horses has been called "utterly brilliant" and "essential viewing" by critics, while viewers have raved about it being "the best thing on TV right now."
Slow Horses season one premiered in April 2022, with the second and third seasons following in December 2022 and November 2023. And fans will be thrilled to know that a fifth season, based on the book London Rules, has already been announced for this highly acclaimed black comedy. You can catch all the action on Apple TV+.
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