Get ready for summer 2024 TV! Dive into the 29 top shows that will keep you hooked all season long.

As the sun emerges, days lengthen, and a general sense of joy fills the air, the allure of the television screen remains strong, even during a season once associated with reruns and stagnation. But now, with an ever-expanding lineup of captivating shows, the appeal of appointment viewing only intensifies.

Returning favorites like House of the Dragon and Bridgerton, alongside exciting debuts featuring stars like Jake Gyllenhaal and Natalie Portman, promise to keep audiences glued to their screens. And as cherished series bid farewell, such as Cobra Kai, the anticipation reaches new heights.

Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the television calendar is brimming with options, ensuring that our sofa cushions may never regain their original shape. One standout is a limited series starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Gaby Hoffman, set in gritty 1980s New York City.

Centered around a puppeteer on a children's TV show whose son goes missing, the show delves into the era's challenges, from crime to racism to the AIDS epidemic. Created by Abi Morgan, known for her work on Suffragette and the acclaimed series The Hour, this series promises a compelling exploration of a tumultuous time in the Big Apple's history.