19. The West Wing (1999-2006)
A staple of this Golden era of Television. Just like Whedon with Buffy, Aaron Sorkin created a whole new language and approach to politics as TV drama. A show to make you feel better about politics. Even the main theme is inspirational. It maybe due a reboot
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@HowiMetdaSlayer "Sorkin's magnum opus featuring a stellar cast including Richard Schiff, Rob Lowe, Allison Janney, Bradley Whitford, Elisabeth Moss & the indelible Martin Sheen. Not too mention countless guest & recurring stars including Amy Adams, Mary Louise Parker, Marlee Matlin, Janeane Garafalo, Alan Alda & many more. The perennial award winning landmark series broke new ground with it's witty 'walk & talk' banter, cinematic scope, and multiple ongoing story lines. I think this series was nearly as important as it's peers The Sopranos & Six Feet Under in showing what could be done on TV. As well as bringing established movie stars back to the 'small screen'." And well said too!
Coming next time another crown jewel of modern TV (and no the word crown isn't a clue

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