Despite the high cost, I do think Sky and Now TV are worth the price if you can afford it. Their dramas in particular are of high quality, with several award winners and critically acclaimed. There’s a great mix of legendary TV series like The Sopranos and modern classics like The Last Of Us and The Day of the Jackal (all of which I would rate 5/5. I’ve gathered the best dramas and ordered them by highest IMDb score (7+).
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Chernobyl (2019) – IMDb score 9.3 – Historical/Thriller
For Fans Of: The Looming Tower, When They See Us, Threads
Primetime Emmy-winning and critically revered, this harrowing HBO drama reconstructs the 1986 nuclear disaster with chilling realism and emotional depth.
The Sopranos (1999–2007) – IMDb score 9.2 – Crime/Drama
For Fans Of: Breaking Bad, Boardwalk Empire, Ray Donovan
A multiple Emmy-winning landmark in television history, this psychological crime drama follows mob boss Tony Soprano as he balances family life with organised crime.
The Last of Us (2023– ) – IMDb score 8.8 – Action/Horror
For Fans Of: Station Eleven, The Walking Dead, Children of Men
Primetime Emmy-winning and critically acclaimed, this post-apocalyptic drama adapts the beloved video game into a deeply emotional survival story.
The Penguin (2025) – IMDb score 8.6 – Crime/Drama
For Fans Of: The Batman, Gotham, Boardwalk Empire
A highly anticipated spin-off from The Batman, this gritty crime saga stars Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot rising through Gotham’s underworld. Expected to be a major awards contender.
Homicide: Life on the Street (1993–1999) – IMDb score 8.6 – Crime/Procedural
For Fans Of: NYPD Blue, The Wire, Law & Order
Critically acclaimed and Emmy-winning, this gritty Baltimore-set police drama is praised for its realism, ensemble cast, and groundbreaking storytelling.
House of the Dragon (2022– ) – IMDb score 8.5 – Fantasy/Drama
For Fans Of: Game of Thrones, Vikings: Valhalla, The Witcher
Golden Globe-winning and critically praised, this prequel explores the Targaryen dynasty’s bloody rise with political intrigue and dragon-fuelled spectacle.
I Know This Much Is True (2020) – IMDb score 8.2 – Family/Drama
For Fans Of: Olive Kitteridge, The Leftovers, A Million Little Pieces
Mark Ruffalo won an Emmy for his dual performance in this emotionally intense miniseries about trauma, brotherhood, and mental illness.
Show Me a Hero (2015) – IMDb score 8.2 – Political/Drama
For Fans Of: The Wire, The Plot Against America, The West Wing
David Simon’s acclaimed miniseries follows a young mayor caught in a housing crisis, blending policy, race, and personal downfall.
Time (2021) – IMDb score 8.2 – Prison/Drama
For Fans Of: Criminal Justice, The Night Of, Time: The Kalief Browder Story
BAFTA-winning and critically praised, this British prison drama stars Sean Bean and Stephen Graham in a raw, humane story of guilt and survival.
Patrick Melrose (2018) – IMDb score 8.1 – Psychological/Drama
For Fans Of: The Crown, Fleabag, The Affair
Benedict Cumberbatch earned acclaim for his portrayal of a troubled aristocrat battling addiction and trauma in this stylish, Emmy-nominated miniseries.
The Day of the Jackal (2025) – IMDb score 8.1 – Spy/Thriller
For Fans Of: The Night Manager, Slow Horses, The Spy
A modern reimagining of the classic novel and film, this upcoming thriller promises espionage, political intrigue, and high-stakes suspense with a contemporary edge.
The New Pope (2020) – IMDb score 8.1 – Drama/Religious
For Fans Of: The Young Pope, House of Cards, The Borgias
A stylish and provocative sequel to The Young Pope, this Golden Globe-nominated series explores faith, power, and spectacle in Vatican corridors.
The White Lotus (2021– ) – IMDb score 7.8 – Satire/Drama
For Fans Of: Succession, Big Little Lies, Enlightened
Primetime Emmy-winning and culturally resonant, this satirical anthology dissects wealth, privilege, and dysfunction at luxury resorts.
The Sympathizer (2024) – IMDb score 7.8 – Spy/Political
For Fans Of: The Americans, Pachinko, Homeland
Critically acclaimed HBO/A24 adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, blending espionage, identity, and post-war politics with biting satire.
Warehouse 13 (2009–2014) – IMDb score 7.6 – Sci-Fi/Mystery
For Fans Of: Fringe, Eureka, The Librarians
A cult favourite sci-fi procedural blending mystery, humour, and steampunk charm, with a loyal fanbase and strong critical reception.
Murdoch Mysteries Special: Once Upon a Murdoch Christmas (2016) – IMDb score 7.6 – Mystery/Period
For Fans Of: Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries, Father Brown, Death in Paradise
A festive special from the long-running Canadian detective series, blending Victorian charm with holiday intrigue.
Ballers (2015–2019) – IMDb score 7.6 – Sports/Drama
For Fans Of: Entourage, Winning Time, Suits
Dwayne Johnson stars in this slick, fast-paced drama about NFL players, agents, and the business of sport. Critically praised and fan-favourite.
Miss Scarlet and the Duke (2020– ) – IMDb score 7.5 – Mystery/Period
For Fans Of: Vienna Blood, Murdoch Mysteries, Ripper Street
A spirited female detective solves crimes in Victorian London, blending historical flair with procedural storytelling.
Dexter: New Blood (2021) – IMDb score 7.4 – Crime/Thriller
For Fans Of: Mindhunter, Hannibal, True Detective
A highly anticipated return for the iconic antihero, this limited series earned strong reviews for its darker tone and satisfying evolution.
Jett (2019) – IMDb score 7.4 – Crime/Action
For Fans Of: Killing Eve, Queen of the South, Banshee
Carla Gugino stars as a master thief pulled back into the underworld in this stylish, noir-tinged action drama.
Wynonna Earp (2016–2021) – IMDb score 7.4 – Fantasy/Western
For Fans Of: Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Supernatural, Van Helsing
A cult hit blending supernatural action with frontier grit, centred on a demon-hunting descendant of Wyatt Earp.
Perry Mason (2020–2023) – IMDb score 7.4 – Legal/Crime
For Fans Of: Boardwalk Empire, The Knick, The Night Of
Nominated for multiple Emmys, this gritty HBO reboot reimagines the iconic defence attorney in 1930s Los Angeles.
Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001–2011) – IMDb score 7.4 – Crime/Procedural
For Fans Of: Law & Order, CSI, NYPD Blue
A long-running and consistently strong entry in the franchise, focusing on psychological profiling and elite investigations.
The Undoing (2020) – IMDb score 7.4 – Mystery/Drama
For Fans Of: Big Little Lies, Anatomy of a Scandal, The Night Manager
Golden Globe and Emmy-nominated, this glossy thriller stars Nicole Kidman and Hugh Grant in a tale of secrets, privilege, and murder.
Silk (2011–2014) – IMDb score 7.4 – Legal/Drama
For Fans Of: The Split, The Good Wife, Anatomy of a Scandal
A British courtroom drama following ambitious barristers navigating justice, politics, and personal ambition.
The Plot Against America (2020) – IMDb score 7.3 – Historical/Political
For Fans Of: The Man in the High Castle, The Handmaid’s Tale, Show Me a Hero
David Simon’s acclaimed HBO adaptation imagines an alternate history where fascism takes root in 1940s America — a chilling, timely political drama.
Betty (2020–2021) – IMDb score 7.3 – Coming-of-Age/Drama
For Fans Of: Skate Kitchen, Euphoria, We Are Lady Parts
A fresh, critically praised series about young female skateboarders navigating identity, friendship, and New York’s underground scene.
Fantasy Island (2021–2023) – IMDb score 7.1 – Fantasy/Drama
For Fans Of: Once Upon a Time, Lost, The Twilight Zone
A modern reboot of the classic series, blending wish fulfilment with moral dilemmas in a mysterious island setting.
Stan Lee’s Lucky Man (2016–2018) – IMDb score 7.1 – Crime/Supernatural
For Fans Of: Luther, Constantine, Sherlock
A detective gains the power to control luck in this British crime thriller created by Stan Lee — blending noir with supernatural twists.
The Walking Dead: Dead City (2023) – IMDb score 7.1 – Action/Horror
For Fans Of: The Walking Dead, Fear the Walking Dead, Black Summer
A gritty spin-off set in post-apocalyptic Manhattan, praised for its urban survival tone and character-driven storytelling. Strong ratings and franchise momentum.
The Lazarus Project (2022– ) – IMDb score 7.1 – Sci-Fi/Thriller
For Fans Of: Travelers, 12 Monkeys, Continuum
A critically praised British sci-fi thriller about time loops, global catastrophe, and moral dilemmas. Smart, tense, and emotionally grounded.
Trackers (2019) – IMDb score 7.0 – Crime/Action
For Fans Of: McMafia, Fauda, Bodyguard
A South African crime thriller weaving terrorism, smuggling, and espionage into a fast-paced narrative. Well-reviewed and internationally distributed.
Amsterdam Narcos (2023) – IMDb score 7.0 – Crime/Drama
For Fans Of: Narcos, Suburra, ZeroZeroZero
A gritty European crime saga exploring the drug trade in Amsterdam. Stylish, multilingual, and gaining traction with global audiences.
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