1. Fringe (Fox):
I’m a Fringevangelist. The entire show is crafted in a way that keeps me totally interested- not only in the development of each episode; but also in the entire season. Season 2 was a masterpiece of television, and its finale was nothing short of perfect. Season 3 is continuing that success each and every week. Humor, suspense, action, and adventure… this show covers it all. If you haven’t started watching Fringe, you should start right now.
2. Dexter (Showtime):
The serial killer vigilante named Dexter Morgan just may be my favorite character on TV. Starting in January I started Season One, and conitued to watch the entire series throughout the year. Great storylines, engaging characters and thrilling cliffhangers make this show a must watch each and every week.
3. Conan (TBS):
Oh dear Coco. You had your downs and ups this year- but you stayed true to yourself, and that’s what counts. I wrote extensively about the Conan/Jay Situation when it was all going down- which you can read here. After being forced off the NBC- Conan returned on TBS as comfortable and funny as ever.
4. Lost (ABC):
The Final Season. Mysteries solved, questions left unanswered, doors closed- and others opened. The 6th and final season of Lost brought an end to one of the most successful TV franchises of all time.
5. Late Night with Jimmy Fallon (NBC):
I don’t really know how anyone cannot love Jimmy Fallon. He has totally settled into his late night hosting duties better than anyone could have expected. Although he still has a few things to work out- in under 2 years Fallon has provided unique late night laughs on a daily basis.
6.Mad Men (AMC):
I believe that you could watch each episode of Mad Men three times, and appreciate three different parts of the show. First off- The story. Season 4 of Mad Men brought an interesting twist on the oh so perfect world of Don Draper- I won't go into details- but- the always cool, always collected, always well put together facade of Mr. Draper is put to the test. It was great to see how each character in the show reacted to the same problem- or how their different 
dilemmas (and successes) affect each other. Secondly: The acting. It's great, all of it. My personal favorite on the show in season 4? Sally Draper (seen right). 11 year old actress, Kiernan Shipka, brought an added depth of emotion and maturity to the show, where most people didn't expect. Finally: How can you not watch Mad Men and appreciate the attention to detail? The set, the dress, everything. It's impossible not to love.
7. Modern Family (ABC):
I think it's fair to compare Modern Family with Arrested Development. I feel like that should be good enough- Watch this show, creative comedy at it's finest.
8. Community (NBC):
A show that has really come to it's own this season- rife with pop-culture jokes, Community always provides laughs- sometimes in the most subtle of ways.
9. 30 Rock (NBC):
LIZZZZZ LEMON! A perennial favorite- for good reason. 30 Rock continued to bring the funny every week.
10. The Buried Life (MTV):
A new comer to the TV World, The Buried Life made a splash by changing lives, taking risks, and having a damn good time. The show follows 4 guys as they slowly check off a list of things “they want to do before they die.” Sneaking into a party at the playboy mansion, giving a toast at a strangers wedding, getting married in Vegas, or even play a pick up game of basketball with President Obama- these guys put their heart and soul into complete their goals. They also take time to assist other folks accomplish something of their list- which usual results in the ol’ heart strings being pulled.
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