Fall TV Scorecard 2016

Critics Consensus: In its final season, Rectify endures as a vital and compelling drama, poignantly driven by a narrative that envelops its characters in complexity, humanity, and a bittersweet beauty.

Starring: Aden Young, Abigail Spencer, Adelaide Clemens, Bruce McKinnon

Critics Consensus: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. explores darker territory in its fourth season with the thrilling introduction of Ghost Rider, setting up an action-packed new chapter of Marvel's edgier mythologies.

Starring: Clark Gregg, Ming-Na Wen, Chloe Bennet, Iain De Caestecker

Critics Consensus: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend remains delightfully weird, engaging, and even more courageous and confident in its sophomore outing.

Starring: Rachel Bloom, Vincent Rodriguez III, Santino Fontana, Donna Lynne Champlin

Critics Consensus: With extreme attention to detail, Documentary Now! furthers its hilarious tribute to vintage documentaries through showcasing creators Hader and Armisen's multi-talents, topped with brilliantly by earnestly dramatic introductions by Dame Helen Mirren.

Starring: Fred Armisen, Bill Hader, Helen Mirren, Dave Chang

Critics Consensus: Ash vs. Evil Dead's sophomore season proves the show is in command of its characters and tone, turning up the gore, fun, and energy to deliver even more grisly, action-packed thrills and laughs.

Starring: Bruce Campbell, Lucy Lawless, Ray Santiago, Dana DeLorenzo

Critics Consensus: The arrival of the more famous cousin in Supergirl does nothing to detract from the show's lead, who continues to deliver strength, action, and relatability.

Starring: Melissa Benoist, Chyler Leigh, Mehcad Brooks, David Harewood

Critics Consensus: Clever and viciously funny, Fleabag is a touching, wildly inventive comedy about a complicated young woman navigating the aftermath of trauma.

Starring: Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Ben Aldridge, Sian Clifford, Bill Paterson

Critics Consensus: Uniquely its own, and compelling and poignant as ever, Transparent continues to transcend the parameters of comedic and dramatic television with sustained excellence in its empathic portrayal of the Pfefferman family.

Starring: Jeffrey Tambor, Gaby Hoffmann, Amy Landecker, Jay Duplass

Critics Consensus: Insecure uses star Issa Rae's breakout web series Awkward Black Girl as the basis for an insightful, raunchy, and hilarious journey through the life of a twentysomething black woman that cuts through stereotypes with sharp wit and an effusive spirit.

Starring: Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, Jay Ellis, Lisa Joyce

Critics Consensus: Ambitious and refreshing, Atlanta offers a unique vehicle for star and series creator Donald Glover's eccentric brand of humor -- as well as a number of timely, trenchant observations.

Starring: Cassandra Freeman, Harold House Moore, De'Anthony Turner, Montrel Miller