Best-Reviewed Returning TV Shows 2014

 

#1

Hannibal: Season 2
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#1
Critics Consensus: With powerful imagery and a strong, unpredictable story, season two of Hannibal continues to build on the first season's promise.
Starring: Hugh Dancy , Laurence Fishburne , Mads Mikkelsen , Caroline Dhavernas

#2

The Good Wife: Season 6
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#2
Critics Consensus: Though in its sixth season, The Good Wife remains one of network television's best shows with sharp writing, vibrant characters, and high production values.
Starring: Julianna Margulies , Christine Baranski , Archie Panjabi , Matt Czuchry

#3

Veep: Season 3
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#3
Critics Consensus: Veep continues its winning streak with a mix of smart comedy, bright performances and a refreshing approach to D.C. politics.
Starring: Julia Louis-Dreyfus , Anna Chlumsky , Matt Walsh , Tony Hale

#4

Orphan Black: Season 2
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#4
Critics Consensus: Anchored by Tatiana Maslany's brilliant multi-role performance, Orphan Black is as densely-layered, thought-provoking, and wildly entertaining as ever.
Starring: Tatiana Maslany , Dylan Bruce , Jordan Gavaris , Kevin Hanchard

#5

The Americans: Season 2
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#5
Critics Consensus: Adding fuel to the fire, The Americans retains all the suspense and action of season one while enhancing the level of excitement... and wigs.
Starring: Keri Russell , Matthew Rhys , Noah Emmerich , Holly Taylor

#6

The Walking Dead: Season 5
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#6
Critics Consensus: Thanks to a liberal dose of propulsive, bloody action and enough compelling character moments to reward longtime fans, The Walking Dead's fifth season continues to deliver top-notch entertainment.
Starring: Andrew Lincoln , Norman Reedus , Steven Yeun , Lauren Cohan

#7

Orange Is the New Black: Season 2
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#7
Critics Consensus: With a talented ensemble cast bringing life to a fresh round of serial drama, Orange Is the New Black's sophomore season lives up to its predecessor's standard for female-led television excellence.
Starring: Taylor Schilling , Jason Biggs , Laura Prepon , Kate Mulgrew

#8

Sherlock: Season 3
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#8
Critics Consensus: Honoring the Holmes brand, Sherlock is splendidly acted and still pleases fans who are thirsty for stimulating, intelligently written story arcs.
Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch , Martin Freeman , Una Stubbs , Rupert Graves

#9

Masters of Sex: Season 2
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#9
Critics Consensus: Boasting an expanded storyline and broader focus, Masters of Sex's second season improves on its already outstanding predecessor.
Starring: Michael Sheen , Lizzy Caplan , Caitlin FitzGerald , Teddy Sears

#10

Game of Thrones: Season 4
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#10
Critics Consensus: Game of Thrones continues to be one of the best shows on TV, combining meticulously-plotted character arcs with the spectacular design of the Seven Kingdoms.
Starring: Peter Dinklage , Lena Headey , Emilia Clarke , Nikolaj Coster-Waldau

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