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What was the best TV show of 2019?

Emily St. James

Emily St. James

25 Dec 2019
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What was the best TV show of 2019?

We’ve already discussed the best TV show of the 2010s, so let’s turn our focus to just the last 365-ish days. I’ve published my list of the best shows of 2019. What’s your pick?

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