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How would you do if you had unlimited power? This is a fundamental question posed by all best science fiction as well as fantasy stories. Imagine if you were granted extraordinary powers? Perhaps discovered a life-altering drug? What about every single person was wholly committed to your happiness? Could you use that power for the greater good, or would you succumb to your baser impulses?

These series listed herein all confront this theme in various manners (with one key exclusion). Detailed here is our ranking of the 10 best installments of sci-fi & fantastical television from 2025.

10. Spider-Man: Your Friendly Neighborhood

Despite more than six decades of stories, Spider-Man remains reimagined by new creative voices. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man offers a novel look at the character's early years, cleverly merging essential comic story beats with ideas from the broader Marvel universe to create something which is simultaneously fresh and deeply compelling.

Rather than being solo or Iron Man as a mentor, this iteration of the hero develops a complex relationship with the future Green Goblin, who here is still just the CEO of Oscorp. Through their interactions, Peter becomes a true hero, internalizing the iconic lesson of power and responsibility.

9. Hazbin Hotel Season 2

Creator Vivienne Medrano's audacious mature musical show, which originated as a crowdfunded short, fully came into its own in its sophomore season. Following the game-changing events of season 1, the story expands considerably, centering on the scheming TV demon Vox who seizes control of the narrative, sparking a series of increasingly dramatic conflicts that naturally culminate in show-stopping musical numbers.

While it may lack a one viral hit quite like the first season's "iconic tune," that's because each element in season 2 being more interwoven. The action, personal arcs, and above all the score and songs are collectively more sophisticated. The season advances the main storyline dramatically while providing no shortage of weird, wild, and ultimately fun dark fantasy.

8. Daredevil: Born Again

As a successor to the acclaimed Netflix series, this series had enormous shoes to fill. After significant development challenges, the resulting show proves it was worthy of the effort. The plot follows Matt Murdock after his secret identity as Daredevil is publicly revealed, making him a target to enemies both past and new threats in a refreshed version of his well-known setting.

The first episode is a thrilling return to form, evoking the gritty tone fans cherished from the original series. Although the subsequent chapters explore certain new territory, the season finishes on a strong note, leaving viewers keenly awaiting a second season.

7. Common Side Effects

A surprising this year's gem, this series could be described as a Breaking Bad filtered through the humor of a suburban satire. Created by an Adult Swim veteran alongside writer Steve Hely, the series follows the story of a mild-mannered mycologist who finds a curative mushroom and quickly finds himself hunted by forces including unscrupulous Big Pharma CEOs to federal authorities.

Despite being a spoof, the show plays out with the grave atmosphere of a 1970s conspiracy thriller. Enhanced by hallucinogenic visuals and an unnerving score, the story explores bigger mysteries about the mushroom's full capabilities. It's a intelligent, beautifully animated, and utterly gripping first season.

6. Fallout Season 2

The hit adaptation based on the popular gaming franchise returned with a second batch of episodes that expanded its sprawling mystery and expanded its nuclear wasteland setting. While it ventures toward the fan-favorite location of New Vegas, the story is far from a straight adaptation of that game; rather, it further examine themes of control and autonomy.

The show expertly juggles several narrative threads and perspectives, from the protagonist's quest for answers to Maximus's reckoning with the dogma of the his faction. The result is a deeply detailed and utterly engaging chapter to the expanding wasteland mythology.

5. Invincible Season 3

This bloody and emotionally charged adult animation show continues its winning momentum in its third outing. The hero faces tremendous challenges on every fronts: preparing for a looming alien invasion, guiding his powered brother, and battling with his secretive GDA. The story once again includes some of the most brutal action sequences the show has yet delivered.

Mark's bodily and emotional endurance are repeatedly pushed. He must grapple with opponents stronger than he is, the aftermath of his battles, and the ethical weight of his choices. Standout arcs for supporting cast members like Cecil Stedman and Rex Splode round out a superb installment.

4. Peacemaker Season 2

James Gunn's irreverent anti-hero series returned with increased importance within the new DC universe, and it executes on both fronts. While it successfully lays groundwork for upcoming DCU stories, it also presents a resonant and self-contained {