Top 14 New Shows of 2014: #9

My annual TV Awards, the AFT Television Awards, are given out during the summer. But this year, during both the spring and the fall, produced many impressive new television series. As 2014 closes out and 2015 begins, here’s a look back at the best new shows of the year.

#9: True Detective

Initially, I wasn’t fond of HBO’s new serial drama, but when I came back to watch the whole series after it received a handful of Emmy nominations, I found myself quickly getting into it thanks to its dark nature and the compelling performances from stars Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, and Michelle Monaghan. HBO’s venture into this new format should prove very productive as the anticipation for season two, which will feature an all-new cast and storyline, is already very high.

Best Episode: “The Secret Fate of All Life”
Pilot Review