It’s tough picking one.
But that’s why I’m asking. It’s easy to do a top 3, even easier to a top 5.
But when you have to choose a singular show? When you’re forced to pare it down? What sticks above the others for you?
Babylon 5 for me.
It’s got plenty of issues but it’s still my darling and despite all the behind-the-scenes BS it’s still the best long-form sci-fi story I’ve seen onscreen.
Edit: Screwed up the title. Bad Dalacos.


I would say the original Battlestar Galactica has a special place in my heart. As a kid watching it, I couldn’t believe it — it was like having Star Wars in my home. The production spent money on the first half of the season, and it showed.
The 2004 one is pretty good too.