The 10 Best TV Shows of 2023 So Far

1. The Last of Us (Max, US)

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2. Poker Face (Peacock, US)

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3. Shrinking (AppleTV+, International)

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4. Succession (HBO and Max, US)

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5. Beef (Netflix, International)

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6. Dead Ringers (Prime Video, International)

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7. The Diplomat (Netflix, International)

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8. Happy Valley (AMC+, US)

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9. Silo (Apple TV+, International)

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10. The Bear (Hulu, US)

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