Good shows to binge-watch on Hulu aren't hard to come by. From classics like The Handmaid's Tale to new gems like Tiny Beautiful Things, there's a wealth of great content on the platform. To help you find exactly what you're looking for, we've compiled a list of the best shows on Hulu, whether it be a half-hour comedy for some quick laughs or an hour-long drama you can sink your teeth into.

For more recommendations, check out our list of the best movies on Hulu, best shows to binge-watch, and best comedy shows on Hulu.

Editor's note: This article was updated April 2024 to include Under the Bridge.

'Under the Bridge' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

A true crime drama that recounts the brutal murder of Canadian teenager Reena Virk and the incidents that led to her death, Under the Bridge is based on the late Rebecca Godfrey’s eponymous non-fiction book. The series stars Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough in lead roles alongside Archie Panjabi, Javon Walton, Izzy G., and Vritika Gupta. The recent boom in true crime productions has created a wide range of shows and movies, some thoughtful and necessary and others purely sensationalistic. Under the Bridge seems like it fits in the former category, exploring a brutal and tragic crime from the 1990s. The case of Reena Virk, while much talked about in its time, has now become largely forgotten by the general public. The show seeks to change that, shining some much-needed light on this heartbreaking real-life story. With a gripping narrative and a remarkable cast and crew, this true crime series is simply a must-watch.

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'9-1-1' (2018 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 81% | IMDb: 7.9/10

Created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear, 9-1-1 is a procedural drama that follows a group of Los Angeles first responders, exploring their lives in the context of the emergencies they deal with. The show’s stacked cast includes the likes of Angela Bassett, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Kenneth Choi, and more. 9-1-1 aired six seasons on Fox before it moved to ABC for Season 7 and beyond. A spinoff, 9-1-1: Lone Star, premiered in 2020. With soapy melodrama and high-stakes action, 9-1-1 presents a winning combination of emotion and thrills, making it popular with audiences and critics. The show has earned several accolades, including three NAACP Image Awards for Angela Bassett in the Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series category. While Seasons 1-6 have been quite engaging, the currently ongoing Season 7 may be the show’s best yet, exploring a more interconnected plot that delivers greater character development. The series has already been renewed for Season 8 as well, so you can look forward to plenty more 9-1-1 to come.

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'Survivor' (2000 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 71% | IMDb: 7.5/10

Originally created by Charlie Parsons and hosted by Jeff Probst, each season of Survivor takes a new group of strangers and puts them in an isolated location where they must fend for themselves. The contestants also face a series of challenges that test their physical and mental fitness, with regular voting-based eliminations weeding out the players one by one until there is only one left. With 45 seasons and counting on the air, Survivor isn’t just a successful reality show — it’s one of the most successful American shows ever. And despite having been around for so long, the show still finds a way to remain relevant and engaging as time passes. Besides the challenges and the interpersonal dynamics of the contestants, Survivor also scores highly with audiences thanks to its beautiful vistas and high production value. Few game shows can match Survivor for its gorgeous visuals, well-crafted competitions, and sheer entertainment.

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'We Were the Lucky Ones' (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

Read Our ReviewBased on Georgia Hunter's bestselling novel, We Were the Lucky Ones is a limited series created by Erica Lipez that tells the story of a Jewish family torn apart at the start of World War II who fight to survive and reunite despite facing the darkest of times. Directed by Thomas Kail, this limited drama series stars Joey King, Logan Lerman, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, and more. The show is executive-produced by Lipez, Kail, Adam Milch, Jennifer Todd, Ben Affleck, and Matt Damon.

Premiering on Hulu on March 28th, 2024, We Were the Lucky Ones is based on the real history of Georgia Hunter’s own family. Their incredible true story, as told through Hunter’s book, is a narrative that spans continents and explores the dark years of the Holocaust through a heartbreakingly human perspective. Though no doubt a challenging task, the series miraculously manages to capture the brilliance of its source material.

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'Shogun' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 99% | IMDb: 9.2/10

Read Our ReviewOne of the most acclaimed shows of 2024 so far, Shogun is a historical fiction drama series created by Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks. Based on James Clavell’s 1975 novel of the same name, the show is set in 1600s Japan at the dawn of a civil war. Shogun follows the interconnected stories of a Japanese warlord, an English sailor, and a brilliant noblewoman trying to prove her allegiance. Inspired by real historical figures, the series stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, and Anna Sawai.

Shogun has received massively positive reviews from critics around the world, and it's proven to be an equally popular series with audiences. Presenting an epic story that’s beautifully visualized on screen, Shogun is a well-crafted series that elevates its already strong source material with brilliant performances, writing, and cinematography. Released weekly on Hulu and FX, the ten-episode series was the most streamed show in the US during the first three weeks of its release after premiering its first two episodes on February 27th, 2024.

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'Black Cake' (2023 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.3/10

Based on the novel by Charmaine Wilkerson, Black Cake is a powerful emotional journey starring Mia Isaac, Adrienne Warren, and Chipo Chung. An emotional journey, Black Cake is

a captivating family drama wrapped in a murder mystery. Spanning decades and the globe, the series takes place in Jamaica, Rome, Scotland, England, and Southern California, unraveling a rich story about a woman’s determination to save herself and her family.

With an intricate story so engrossing that it drew the attention of producers Oprah Winfrey, Marissa Jo Cerar, and Aleksander Krutainis, the show is brought to the screen with passionate performances and vividly stunning visuals on a cinematic scale. Black Cake is an absolute must-see. - Yael Tygiel

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'A Murder at the End of the World' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 88% | IMDb: 7.1/10

Co-created by The OA’s Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij, Murder at the End of the World follows Darby Hart (Emma Corrin), a young hacker and tech-savvy sleuth, as she joins eight others on a creepy, isolated retreat in Iceland. Co-starring Clive Owen as a reclusive billionaire, Murder at the End of the World is a mind-bending whodunnit, which also features performances from Marling, Raúl Esparza, and Alice Braga.

Murder at the End of the World delightfully reflects the creative yet undeniably twisted minds of its co-creators, allowing Marling and Batmanglij to present an offbeat brain-teaser built on the skill of a fantastic cast. Murder at the End of the World is best binge-watched to enjoy all the surprises sprinkled along the way. - Yael Tygiel

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'Catch 22' (2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 84% | IMDb: 7.7/10

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Based on the 1961 novel of the same name by Joseph Heller, Catch-22 is a dark comedy miniseries that is set during World War II and follows bombardier John Yossarian (Christopher Abbott), who is enraged by the dozens of assassination attempts on his life and the mounting missions his own army assigns him. He is stuck by the bureaucratic Catch-22 rule, which states that any request to be relieved of duty due to fear of mission danger must be denied since it is deemed to be the act of a reasonable mind.

The tone shifts between horror and humor are handled and performed with gusto in Catch-22, just like in the novel that serves as the inspiration. Additionally, George Clooney makes an outstanding comeback to the role of storyteller in this production, tapping into both sides of his directorial oeuvre. Hugh Laurie, Kyle Chandler, and Grant Heslov are among the many talented members of the ensemble who assist in ensuring a fantastic show. Moreover, in contrast to the darkly comedic chaos surrounding him, Abbott's Yo-Yo is grounded and understated, which pays off beautifully when the character spirals into true madness. - Jessie Nguyen

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'House' (2004 - 2012)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 8.7/10

Arguably Hugh Laurie's most iconic role, House follows Laurie's character, Dr. Gregory House, an awkward, anti-social doctor in diagnostic medicine who is brilliant at solving whatever medical cases home his way. However, Dr. House's poor people skills and drug addiction lead to a great deal of conflict in his life, and managing it all becomes more and more complicated as the series go on. Premiering in 2004, the show had eight successful seasons on Fox, winning five Emmy Awards, including Outstanding writing, directing, and prosthetic makeup.

Created and show run by David Shore (The Good Doctor), House's cast also included Robert Sean Leonard (Dead Poet's Society), Omar Epps (Love & Basketball), Jesse Spencer (Uptown Girls), Lisa Edelstein (Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce), Bobbin Bergston (Volcano), and Jennifer Morrison (Once Upon a Time). When the finale aired in 2012, it was followed by an hour-long retrospective that delved into the history and audience's love of the show. - Emily Cappello

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'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' (2005 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.8/10

One of the longest-running live-action American sitcoms ever, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia was created by Rob McElhenney, who also plays one of the leads, alongside Charlie Day (Horrible Bosses), Glenn Howerton (BlackBerry), Kaitlin Olson (Finding Dory), and starting in season 2, Danny DeVito (Matilda). The story follows this cast of characters as they work at a dive bar in Philadelphia: the janitor Charlie (Day), the bouncer Mac (McElhenney), the bartender Dennis (Howerton), and the waitress Dee (Olson). Charlie, Dennis, and Mac are all co-owners of the bar, but When DeVito's character Frank enters the scene, he plays the father of twins Dennis and Dee and takes over much of the ownership of the failing business.

Since the show's premiere in 2005, it has not only gained a cult following but is now on its eighteenth season. It's been nominated for three Emmy Awards and also led to a real-life wedding between McElhenney and Olson, who now have two children together. - Emily Cappello

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'Welcome to Wrexham' (2022 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 8.3/10

I'll admit it — I judged Welcome To Wrexham before I ever saw it. In my mind, it was going to be all about the two big names who bought the Wrexham Football Club: Ryan Reynolds (Deadpool) and Rob Macelhenney (It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia). Man, was I wrong. The show masterfully blends its larger-than-life hosts with the incredible townspeople of Wrexham, who are reignited with hope upon Reynold and Macelhenney's purchase of their home team.

The show premiered on Hulu in 2022 and was a favorite among audiences. We see the impact that new sponsorship, new players, and a new pitch have on not only the Wrexham team but the people that support them. The stories of the members of the community, as well as those of the team members, are incredible and will make you root for a team you may never have heard of in a sport you've never actually watched. Or maybe that's just me. - Emily Cappello

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'Moonlighting' (1985 - 1989)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 7.6/10

Bruce Willis (Die Hard) and Cybill Shepherd (Cybill) managing a private detective agency? Yes, please. This is the storyline of Moonlighting, which aired five seasons from 1985 to 1989 on ABC. Willis plays detective David, while Shepherd plays former model Maddie, and the two get themselves in all sorts of shenanigans as they partner up at the agency. The show won six Emmy Awards, as well as Writer's Guild Awards (WGA), Golden Globes, and more.

Moonlighting is credited with launching Willis into the limelight, as well as reinvigorating Shepherd's career, which had faded a bit. The show was listed as one of Time Magazine's "100 Best TV Shows of All Time" in 2007, and the chemistry between the two leads was also hailed as one of the best TV couples of all time by TV Guide. Created by Glenn Gordon Caron, Moonlighting also starred Allyce Beasley (Legally Blonde), Curtis Armstrong (Better Off Dead...), and Kristine Kauffman (Society). - Emily Cappello

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'The Office' (UK) (2001 - 2003)

Rotten Tomatoes: 97% | IMDb: 8.5/10

The sitcom that created a phenomenon. The Office (UK) premiered on the BBC in 2001 and starred Ricky Gervais (The Invention of Lying) as boss David Brent, Martin Freeman (The Hobbit) as Tim Canterbury, Mackenzie Crook (Pirates of the Caribbean) as Gareth Keenan, and Lucy Davis (Wonder Woman) as Dawn Tinsley. David Brent's character is as cringe-worthy as it gets, creating uncomfortable moments for his employees like he's being paid for it. Meanwhile, Tim and Gareth constantly butt heads, all while Tim is attempting to gain the affection of Dawn.

Gervais created the show alongside Stephen Merchant (Fighting With My Family), and the two went on to create the American version of The Office. While The Office (UK) didn't have nearly the same amount of seasons as the American office, it has since become a cult classic among comedy fans. With six episodes in its first and second seasons, the show wrapped with a two-part Christmas special in 2003. - Emily Cappello

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'Devs' (2020)

Rotten Tomatoes: 82% | IMDb: 7.7/10

Devs is a science fiction thriller television series created by Alex Garland, the mastermind behind Ex Machina and Annihilation. The series centers on Lily Chan (Sonoya Mizuno), a young software engineer employed at Amaya, an innovative tech company situated in Silicon Valley. Following her boyfriend Sergei's apparent suicide, Lily harbors suspicions of foul play and initiates an investigation. Her inquiries lead her to Forest, the mysterious CEO of Amaya, and Devs, the company's clandestine development division. As Lily delves into the quest for truth, she unravels a conspiracy rooted in technology that has the potential to reshape the world.

Devs accomplishes what the finest sci-fi narratives excel at, which is addressing profound existential inquiries and delving into intimate, everyday emotions simultaneously, all the while posing the question, 'What if?' Similar to Garland's prior endeavors, the series receives acclaim for its elevated production standards, encompassing visual aesthetics and cinematic style. Moreover, Devs is filled with mysteries, both about the nature of the Devs project and the characters' motivations. The unfolding mysteries keep viewers engaged and guessing the entire time. Its ambition, design, and cinematography surpass the endeavors of nearly anything else undertaken for the small screen, making it a must-see for not only Garland’s fans but also sci-fi enthusiasts in general. - Jessie Nguyen

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'Futurama' (1999 - Present)

IMDb: 8.5/10

Originally airing from 1999 to 2003 and then having a revival from 2008 to 2013, Futurama is an animated science fiction sitcom created by Matt Groening, the creator of The Simpsons. Unintentionally cryogenically preserved, Futurama follows Fry (Billy West), a pizza delivery guy who awakens 1,000 years into the future. His only living relative, the elderly and eccentric Professor Farnsworth, owns a modest cargo delivery service. Alongside Fry, the crew includes Captain Leela (Katey Sagal), accountant Hermes (Phil LaMarr), intern Amy (Lauren Tom), the boisterous robot Bender (John DiMaggio), and the lobster-like "Dr." Zoidberg (also voiced by Billy West).

Benefiting from Matt Groening's trademark irreverence, Futurama is a vibrant burst of clever cartoon satire. It races forward with a lively momentum, driven by innovative concepts, sharp one-liners, visual humor, and the requisite playful nods to pop culture. Furthermore, hailing from the same creator's imagination, Futurama shares the same subversive humor, apocalyptic undertones, casual attitude in the midst of chaos, and high standard of ironic wit as The Simpsons. And despite its comedic nature, the series includes episodes with poignant and emotionally resonant moments, exploring themes of friendship and self-discovery. - Jessie Nguyen

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'Bob's Burgers' (2011 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.2/10

Created by Loren Bouchard and premiering in 2011, Bob's Burgers is an animated television series that follows Bob Belcher (H. Jon Benjamin), a third-generation restaurateur who manages Bob's Burgers alongside his affectionate wife and their three children. Bob holds firm in his belief that his burgers can speak for themselves, unhesitant to present a diverse array of unconventional creations. Linda (voiced by John Roberts), Bob's wife, stands by his dream, but the prolonged periods of slow business are wearing on her. The constant threat of the restaurant going under adds to the challenges, exacerbated by persistent harassment from Linda's ex, a health inspector. Nevertheless, Bob remains determined to keep the grill sizzling.

While Bob's Burgers might not be entirely family-friendly, and its premise isn't entirely groundbreaking, akin to other animated series on Fox's Sunday night lineup, it's a show that revels in the humor and chaos of the typical American family. Furthermore, the show successfully captures the culture-skewing satirical tones reminiscent of The Simpsons in its early years. It also pays homage to the essence of a "sitcom" by weaving together an actual storyline and featuring quirky, funny, and fully developed characters. - Jessie Nguyen

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'Justified: City Primeval' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 7.4/10

Read Our ReviewBased on Elmore Leonard's novel City Primeval: High Noon in Detroit, this crime drama follows Timothy Olyphant’s Raylan Givens, who, after moving to Miami some years prior, is struggling to maintain a work-life balance. After an unlikely set of circumstances sends him to Detroit, Givens accidentally encounters one of the most feared and wanted men in all of the state, the allusive Oklahoma Wildman Clement Mansell (Boyd Holbrook), and must now come face-to-face with the task of catching him.

For fans of the Justified series, this happens to be a perfect continuation of the story, finding the detailed balance of drama and action that made the first series such a success. However, for non-fans, Justified: City Primeval is also a great watch that doesn’t rely on its previous outing with Raylan Givens as the only returning character. Olyphant’s gritty portrayal of the lead character is just as strong in City Primeval, with his nuanced understanding of the genre he is in translating into a captivating on-screen presence. Fast, fun, and full of mettle, City Primeval is a crime/drama fan’s dream. - Jake Hodges

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'The Other Black Girl' (2023 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 6.8/10

Read Our ReviewThis mysterious comedy from the mind of Zakiya Dalila Harris and co-developed by Rashida Jones follows editorial assistant Nella Rogers (Sinclair Daniel), who happens to be the only Black woman at her New York-based company. Feeling ostracized, Nella’s prayers are finally answered when another Black woman is hired in the form of Hazel-May McCall (Ashleigh Murray), with the two quickly finding friendship. However, cracks begin to show as Nella is mysteriously instructed to leave her job via text and Hazel begins to seemingly deliberately try and get her in trouble, which all culminates in the uncovering of a company-wide conspiracy.

Funny, thrilling, and all too relevant, The Other Black Girl has one finger firmly pressed on the ‘clever narrative’ button and another on society’s pulse. Weaving between satire and mystery, the show is enhanced by the quality of its two female leads, with both Sinclair Daniel and Ashleigh Murray delivering consistently great performances. The plot is always ready to keep you guessing but never makes you feel lost — a balance often difficult to strike for shows of this nature. Guaranteed entertainment with a text fit for educating the masses on the Black workplace experience, The Other Black Girl is a welcome addition to the viewing habits of millions. - Jake Hodges

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'Law & Order: SVU' (1999 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 78% | IMDb: 8.1/10

A spin-off of Dick Wolf’s all-time classic Law & Order, Special Victims Unit follows the group of detectives especially assigned to deal with New York City’s most skin-crawling criminals. Each of the detectives charged with this most challenging of jobs has a detailed set of skills — the sort of skills that, of course, come with their own dramatic baggage. Because of this, perhaps the toughest obstacles they face are, in fact, themselves.

After 24 years, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit goes from strength to strength with ever-increasing dramatic tension and criminal justice thrills. With over 500 episodes in the back pocket, there is plenty of content to get new viewers started, with an abundance of gripping drama ready and waiting. For such a long-running show, SVU has a remarkably consistent cast of talented actors, with many stand-out performances and stories leading to a plethora of awards, including six Primetime Emmys. - Jake Hodges

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'What We Do in the Shadows' (2019 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 97% | IMDb: 8.6/10

Read Our ReviewThis award-winning mockumentary follows the lives of four vampires and a human familiar living in an old mansion in Staten Island, New York. For Nandor (Kayvan Novak), Colin (Mark Proksch), Nadja (Natasia Demetriou), and Laszlo (Matt Berry), their immortal lives are full of dark deeds. However, the modern world has seemingly left them behind, leaving them struggling to come to terms with everyday human activities such as sending an email and going to the gym. How will they cope when modern society and their vampire underworld converge on them at the same time?

Quite simply one of the funniest shows on television, What We Do in the Shadows is brimming with some of the 21st century’s most memorable comedy performances. From the trio of lead vampires to Harvey Guillén’s human familiar and a whole host of guest stars, this series is bursting at the seams with captivating comedic turns and eye-catching cameos. Based on Taika Waititi’s critically acclaimed movie of the same name from 2014, this series certainly lives up to its predecessor and, in many ways, exceeds it, managing to find humor in every frame. Laugh-out-loud funny and never far from a touching moment, What We Do in the Shadows is a unique take on the mockumentary genre littered with genius comic creations. - Jake Hodges

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