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3 shows at number 45 each got 20 points.
45. Friday Night Lights (2006-2011)

Originally coming from a 1990 novel, followed by a 2004 film, FNL was a minor hit. Developed by actor turn director Peter Berg (The Last Seduction). The series featured some heavy weight producers including Brian Grazer (long time producing buddy of Ron Howard) and Roswell creator Jason Katims. The series set in the small fictional Texas town of Dillon starred Kyle Chandler as Eric Taylor an American football coach as well as his family, Tami, Julie and Grace. The was said to tackle such contemporary American issues as family values, school funding, drugs, racism, abortion and lack of economic opportunities. It also starred Connie Britton, Jesse Plemons (Fargo S2) and Michael B. Jordan in an early role. My So Called Life and West Wing composer W.G. Snuffy Walden produced the music. The show is known for its gritty realism, and strong cast.
- Fringe (2008-2011)

The second J.J. Abrams show to feature on the list and one of his most loved. Like a different twist on the X-Files format, Fringe follows a sub-branch of the FBI, Olivia Dunham (Anna Torv), Peter Bishop (Joshua Jackson) and Walter Bishop (John Noble) as the Fringe of the title they investigate a series of unexplained, supernatural mysteries tied to a parallel universe. Many of the early episodes were case of the week but over time the writers developed arc style plots. Some of the guess stars included Jared Harris and Spock himself Leonard Nimoy. Fringe has also been compared to the likes of The Twilight Zone and Ken Russell's trippy 1980's Sci-Fi film Altered States. The show built up a strong cult following over time and has produced spin-off novels and video games. Peter Bradley of the Mild Fuzz youtube Network had Fringe as his number 4 favourite TV show ever (in 2006) and said, "The season 5 finale of Fringe is maybe the most satisfying season finale ever." Bradley was also impressed with the show's twists, how much it improved after season 1, and its long term planning. Adding, "If you love Science Fiction. Really well written science fiction with strong characters and brilliant pay-offs then Fringe is the show for you."
- NCIS (2003-Present)

Now on its 16th season (its the 2nd longest running live action scripted TV drama). The series features a group of characters first introduced in the show JAG leading to this spin-off about a group of Naval Criminal Investigative special agents based in Washington DC who investigation a different case each episode. Known for its bright and snazzy shots, high end production values, and light, toque in cheek humour, the series features a strong ensemble cast including the engaging Mark Harmon, Sasha Alexander, Michael Weatherly (Dark Angel, Bull) the adorable Jennifer Esposito and Lauren Holly. The series has produced spin-offs including NCIS: Los Angeles and NCIS: New Orleans.
45. Friday Night Lights (2006-2011)

Originally coming from a 1990 novel, followed by a 2004 film, FNL was a minor hit. Developed by actor turn director Peter Berg (The Last Seduction). The series featured some heavy weight producers including Brian Grazer (long time producing buddy of Ron Howard) and Roswell creator Jason Katims. The series set in the small fictional Texas town of Dillon starred Kyle Chandler as Eric Taylor an American football coach as well as his family, Tami, Julie and Grace. The was said to tackle such contemporary American issues as family values, school funding, drugs, racism, abortion and lack of economic opportunities. It also starred Connie Britton, Jesse Plemons (Fargo S2) and Michael B. Jordan in an early role. My So Called Life and West Wing composer W.G. Snuffy Walden produced the music. The show is known for its gritty realism, and strong cast.
- Fringe (2008-2011)

The second J.J. Abrams show to feature on the list and one of his most loved. Like a different twist on the X-Files format, Fringe follows a sub-branch of the FBI, Olivia Dunham (Anna Torv), Peter Bishop (Joshua Jackson) and Walter Bishop (John Noble) as the Fringe of the title they investigate a series of unexplained, supernatural mysteries tied to a parallel universe. Many of the early episodes were case of the week but over time the writers developed arc style plots. Some of the guess stars included Jared Harris and Spock himself Leonard Nimoy. Fringe has also been compared to the likes of The Twilight Zone and Ken Russell's trippy 1980's Sci-Fi film Altered States. The show built up a strong cult following over time and has produced spin-off novels and video games. Peter Bradley of the Mild Fuzz youtube Network had Fringe as his number 4 favourite TV show ever (in 2006) and said, "The season 5 finale of Fringe is maybe the most satisfying season finale ever." Bradley was also impressed with the show's twists, how much it improved after season 1, and its long term planning. Adding, "If you love Science Fiction. Really well written science fiction with strong characters and brilliant pay-offs then Fringe is the show for you."
- NCIS (2003-Present)

Now on its 16th season (its the 2nd longest running live action scripted TV drama). The series features a group of characters first introduced in the show JAG leading to this spin-off about a group of Naval Criminal Investigative special agents based in Washington DC who investigation a different case each episode. Known for its bright and snazzy shots, high end production values, and light, toque in cheek humour, the series features a strong ensemble cast including the engaging Mark Harmon, Sasha Alexander, Michael Weatherly (Dark Angel, Bull) the adorable Jennifer Esposito and Lauren Holly. The series has produced spin-offs including NCIS: Los Angeles and NCIS: New Orleans.