Critics Consensus: DC's Legends of Tomorrow lightens up the tone in its third season while spotlighting adventurous plots and a distinct sense of humor.

Starring: Victor Garber, Brandon Routh, Dominic Purcell, Nick Zano

Critics Consensus: Grey's Anatomy's dramatic thrills continue unabated in season 14 with a series of episodes whose consistent emotional impact is deepened by the growth of previously marginalized characters.

Starring: Ellen Pompeo, Justin Chambers, Chandra Wilson, James Pickens Jr.

Critics Consensus: Victoria's sophomore season finds this striking period drama returning with a second batch of episodes that are just as absorbing as its first.

Starring: Jenna Coleman, Rufus Sewell, Peter Firth, Catherine H. Flemming

Critics Consensus: Seven Seconds is undermined by unlikable characters with somewhat predictable arcs, but its grim reflections of societal and racial division are brought to life by able performers and a fearless overall narrative.

Starring: Regina King, Clare-Hope Ashitey, Russell Hornsby, Beau Knapp

Critics Consensus: Though it may not make many new believers, The X-Files' return to business as usual is a refreshing upgrade from the show's underwhelming previous outing.

Starring: Gillian Anderson, David Duchovny, Mitch Pileggi, William B. Davis

Critics Consensus: The Mayor gets off to a promising start in its first season, elevated by a charmingly hopeful tone and political humor that reaches amiably across the aisle.

Starring: Brandon Micheal Hall, Lea Michele, Bernard David Jones, Marcel Spears

Critics Consensus: Having firmly established its affable ensemble, Timeless has more time to play with its high concept in a rousing sophomore season that will leave viewers giddy with adventure.

Starring: Abigail Spencer, Matt Lanter, Malcolm Barrett, Goran Visnjic

Critics Consensus: Girlfriends offers an honest -- and frequently hilarious -- look at a time of life too often marginalized on TV, with wonderfully well-acted results.

Starring: Miranda Richardson, Zoë Wanamaker, Phyllis Logan, Matthew Lewis

Critics Consensus: Divorce is thankfully less acrimonious in a sophomore season that smartly slackens on the series' bitterness while tapping into its stars' formidable comedic talents.

Starring: Sarah Jessica Parker, Thomas Haden Church, Molly Shannon, Talia Balsam

Critics Consensus: Although it takes an episode to achieve liftoff, Star Trek: Discovery delivers a solid franchise installment for the next generation -- boldly led by the charismatic Sonequa Martin-Green.

Starring: Sonequa Martin-Green, Doug Jones, Jason Isaacs, Shazad Latif

Critics Consensus: Though at times suffering from a narrative overload that undermines the drama, Gotham's fourth season ends strong, focusing on Bruce Wayne's transition into the beloved hero its audience awaits.

Starring: Benjamin McKenzie, Donal Logue, David Mazouz, Morena Baccarin

Critics Consensus: Mosaic​ has enough moving parts -- and fine performances -- to deliver a gratifying murder-mystery plot, though its jumbled structure and heavy-handed narrative may still leave viewers slightly wanting.

Starring: Sharon Stone, Garrett Hedlund, Frederick Weller, Beau Bridges

Critics Consensus: Heavier themes lead to higher stakes, but Supergirl gives its eponymous heroine and her fellow supers plenty of room for growth, creating a well-balanced, engaging third season.

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

Critics Consensus: Like an optimistic companion to The Wire, The Chi explores the complexities of life in the South Side of Chicago, with a tender touch and a clear affection for its captivating characters.

Starring: Jason Mitchell, Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Jacob Latimore, Alex R. Hibbert

Critics Consensus: After an unsteady turn in season three, The Flash returns to its roots with a fourth season packed with humor, spectacle, and a whole lot of heart.

Starring: Grant Gustin, Candice Patton, Danielle Panabaker, Carlos Valdes

Critics Consensus: This is Us continues to tug at heartstrings with an emotional exploration of family that ensures viewers will want to keep the tissues close -- and their loved ones closer.

Starring: Mandy Moore, Milo Ventimiglia, Sterling K. Brown, Chrissy Metz

Critics Consensus: While Jessica Jones is a slower burn with less focus than its inaugural season, its enticing new character arc more fully details the most charismatic Defender.

Starring: Krysten Ritter, Rachael Taylor, Eka Darville, Carrie-Anne Moss

Critics Consensus: The chemistry between Phoebe Robinson and Jessica Williams dispels any doubts about giving a podcast a prime-time slot.

Starring: Jessica Williams, Phoebe Robinson, Uzo Aduba, Jon Stewart

Critics Consensus: Likeable characters add realism and heart to the tongue-in-cheek humor and high-octane action that fuels The Tick.

Starring: Peter Serafinowicz, Griffin Newman, Jackie Earle Haley, Valorie Curry

Critics Consensus: Jane the Virgin's excellent ensemble explores new narrative territory with humor, humanity and a whole lot of heart.

Starring: Gina Rodriguez, Andrea Navedo, Justin Baldoni, Yael Grobglas

Critics Consensus: Sweet and funny, Detectorists continues to sift through the complexities of life to find comedic gold.

Starring: Gerard Horan, Rachael Stirling, Toby Jones, Simon Farnaby

Critics Consensus: The Assassination of Versace starts with a bang and unfurls slowly, moving backward through an intricate (and occasionally convoluted) murder mystery anchored by a career-defining performance from Darren Criss.

Starring: Edgar Ramírez, Darren Criss, Ricky Martin, Penélope Cruz

Critics Consensus: Love concludes with a moving final season that explores the work that goes into making a relationship succeed, allowing its central pair to surprise the audience, each other, and ultimately themselves.

Starring: Paul Rust, Gillian Jacobs, Sean Clements, Claudia O'Doherty

Critics Consensus: grown-ish quickly works through its growing pains to establish itself as its own socially aware show with a fresh perspective on the college experience, driven by the charming and capable Yara Shahidi.

Starring: Yara Shahidi, Deon Cole, Trevor Jackson, Jordan Buhat