Ah, 2015 — to paraphrase “The Simpsons,” it was the best of times and also the blurst of times. The amount of new shows, reboots, miniseries, finales, and returning favorites was staggering, and among all those episodes, there were some real gems and some total garbage. If you’re having trouble remembering what you watched this year, refresh your memory with this scientifically accurate guide to 2015’s triumphs and tragedies.
Franchise Reboot
Best: “The Muppets” (ABC)
Worst: “Heroes” (NBC)
Realistic Navigation of Racial Identity
Best: “Master of None” (Netflix)
Worst: “Homeland” (Showtime)
Sexual Politics
Best: “Mad Men” (AMC)
Worst: “Game of Thrones” (HBO)
Marvel’s Daredevil (Netflix)
Superhero Your Parents Know
Best: “Daredevil” (Netflix)
Worst: “Gotham” (FOX)
Superhero Your Parents Don’t Know
Best: “Jessica Jones” (Netflix)
Worst: “Powers” (Playstation)
Bob Odenkirk Vehicle
Best: “Better Call Saul” (AMC)
Second Best: “W/ Bob and David” (Netflix)
Freaks Helping Freaks
Best: “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” (Netflix)
Worst: “American Horror Story: Freak Show” (FX)
Twin Peaks, and its damn fine coffee, is coming back soon.
Most Psychologically Dangerous 2016 Reunion Binge to Prepare for
Gold: “Twin Peaks” (ABC/Showtime)
Silver: “The X-Files” (FOX)
Bronze: “Full House” (ABC/Netflix)