📺Best Hulu Shows Ranked
Hulu blends originals and network hits into a streaming lineup that rewards both binge sessions and weekly appointment viewing. Quality varies wildly across comedies, dramas, and limited series, so ranking them highlights the standouts worth your time. Vote for your favorites!
What counts: Best means highest critical and audience acclaim plus cultural impact and rewatch value; figures are approximate.
Only Murders in the Building▲ Rising
Three neighbors in a Manhattan apartment building start a true-crime podcast and stumble into an actual murder mystery. The season-one reveal that the victim was listening to their podcast was the hook that kept viewers returning. It ranks high for sharp writing and gentle humor that still delivers twists.
IMDb Rating: 8.1/10Seasons: 4Started: 2021Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRin 3 rankingsOnly Murders in the Building
21A fine-dining kitchen in Chicago becomes the pressure cooker for Carmy’s redemption arc after his brother’s suicide. The second-season episode where the staff perfects the omelet station crystallized the show’s mix of chaos and heart. It earns the top spot for turning workplace stress into must-watch television.
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10Seasons: 3Started: 2022Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRin 11 rankingsThe Bear
12Abbott Elementary▲ Rising
A documentary crew follows optimistic teacher Janine and her colleagues at an underfunded Philadelphia public school. The season-one Christmas pageant episode showcased how the show balances workplace comedy with real systemic issues. It stands out for warm humor and authentic classroom energy.
IMDb Rating: 8.2/10Seasons: 4Started: 2021Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRin 3 rankingsAbbott Elementary
11Detectives at a Brooklyn precinct balance absurd cases with personal growth under Captain Holt’s leadership. The season-five episode where Holt and Jake go undercover at a dog park highlighted the show’s effortless ensemble timing. It ranks high for consistent laughs and progressive workplace representation.
IMDb Rating: 8.4/10Seasons: 8Started: 2013Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRin 10 rankingsBrooklyn Nine-Nine
8A 17th-century English sailor is pulled into a Japanese civil war and must navigate samurai politics to survive. The finale’s chess-like power shift delivered the payoff the entire season built toward. It tops many lists for its sweeping scope and meticulous world-building on a streaming budget.
IMDb Rating: 8.7/10Seasons: 1Started: 2024Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRShōgun
7Offred’s fight for survival and resistance in Gilead anchors one of television’s most sustained dystopian stories. The season-two escape sequence across the frozen river marked the show’s shift from personal horror to larger rebellion. Its placement reflects sustained cultural conversation even as later seasons divided viewers.
IMDb Rating: 8.4/10Seasons: 6Started: 2017Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRin 3 rankingsThe Handmaid's Tale
7Obstetrician Mindy Lahiri balances a chaotic personal life with her medical career in New York. The season-two episode where she crashes a wedding captured the show’s rom-com energy. It places here for sharp one-liners and Mindy Kaling’s distinctive voice.
IMDb Rating: 7.5/10Seasons: 6Started: 2012Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRThe Mindy Project
7A pizza delivery boy wakes up in the year 3000 and joins an interplanetary delivery crew. The season-four episode “The Luck of the Fryrish” delivered the show’s most heartfelt exploration of family and memory. It earns its place through decades of clever sci-fi gags and character depth.
IMDb Rating: 8.5/10Seasons: 11Started: 1999Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRin 3 rankingsFuturama
5A young Egyptian-American Muslim searches for meaning through family, faith, and relationships. The season-two episode set during Ramadan explored cultural pressures with honesty and humor. It earns its spot for intimate storytelling and cultural specificity.
IMDb Rating: 8/10Seasons: 3Started: 2019Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
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5A mockumentary follows ancient vampires trying to blend into modern Staten Island life. The season-two episode where they host a vampire council meeting became an instant fan favorite for escalating absurdity. It earns its ranking through consistent joke density and character growth across seasons.
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10Seasons: 6Started: 2019Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRin 3 rankingsWhat We Do in the Shadows
4The opioid crisis unfolds through doctors, patients, and pharmaceutical executives in rural Appalachia. The limited-series structure allowed a tight focus on how one drug company fueled addiction. It places here for powerful performances and clear-eyed social issue storytelling.
IMDb Rating: 8/10Seasons: 1Started: 2021Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRin 2 rankingsDopesick
2A hitman discovers a passion for acting and tries to leave his criminal life behind. The season-two episode where Barry’s acting class performs “Macbeth” highlighted the show’s blend of violence and dark comedy. It earns its spot for tight plotting and strong character work.
IMDb Rating: 8.4/10Seasons: 4Started: 2018Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRBarry
2A dysfunctional spy agency runs missions while trading insults and pop-culture references. The season-three “Heart of Archness” trilogy showcased the show’s willingness to parody adventure serials. It earns its ranking through rapid-fire dialogue and evolving character arcs.
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10Seasons: 14Started: 2009Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRin 2 rankingsArcher
-1Two Soviet spies pose as an American couple in 1980s Washington while raising a family. The season-six parking-garage sequence delivered one of the most tense finales in drama television. It earns its ranking for layered performances and Cold War suspense.
IMDb Rating: 8.4/10Seasons: 6Started: 2013Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRThe Americans
-1A mid-level spaceship crew explores the galaxy with more heart than most prestige sci-fi. The season-two time-loop episode “All the World Is Birthday Cake” showed the series could balance humor with thoughtful allegory. It places here for sincere character work inside a familiar Trek-style format.
IMDb Rating: 8/10Seasons: 3Started: 2017Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRThe Orville
-2A young doctor navigates the absurdities of hospital life with his fellow interns and a sarcastic mentor. The season-two musical episode “My Musical” remains one of the show’s most ambitious and beloved hours. It ranks here for blending medical drama with surreal comedy.
IMDb Rating: 8.4/10Seasons: 9Started: 2001Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRin 11 rankingsScrubs
-2Two adult women play their 13-year-old selves navigating middle school in the early 2000s. The season-one episode featuring the “pen15” prank captured the show’s cringe-comedy sweet spot. It ranks here for painfully accurate coming-of-age details.
IMDb Rating: 8.1/10Seasons: 2Started: 2019Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
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-2A manager tries to break his cousin’s rap career while navigating surreal Atlanta nights. The season-two episode “Teddy Perkins” stood out for its unsettling tone shift and standout guest performance. It ranks here for innovative storytelling and cultural commentary.
IMDb Rating: 8.4/10Seasons: 4Started: 2016Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRin 12 rankingsAtlanta
-2Alien refugees on Earth try to blend in while their wall-dwelling humans stage a rebellion. The season-two episode revealing the wall’s society expanded the show’s scope dramatically. It earns its ranking for inventive world-building and rapid-fire jokes.
IMDb Rating: 8/10Seasons: 5Started: 2020Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRin 2 rankingsSolar Opposites
-3Amateur bakers compete in a tent on the British estate grounds with gentle judges and stunning pastries. The season-five episode featuring the showstopper cake tower remains a fan-favorite test of skill and nerves. It ranks high for wholesome competition and comforting escapism.
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10Seasons: 14Started: 2010Genre: Hulu Original: —
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-3Four Indigenous teens in rural Oklahoma navigate grief, crime, and dreams of escaping to California. The season-two episode centered on the elders’ bingo night revealed the show’s deep community roots. It earns its spot for authentic voice and quiet emotional power.
IMDb Rating: 8.1/10Seasons: 3Started: 2021Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRin 2 rankingsReservation Dogs
-4Ted Mosby recounts the long, winding road to meeting his children’s mother through New York dating disasters. The season-one “Slap Bet” episode established the show’s playful long-game storytelling. It earns its spot for iconic running gags and ensemble chemistry.
IMDb Rating: 8.3/10Seasons: 9Started: 2005Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRin 3 rankingsHow I Met Your Mother
-5The staff of a popular video game studio deal with creative clashes and corporate pressures. The season-two episode “Backstory!” delivered a standout bottle episode focused on two supporting characters. It ranks here for sharp workplace satire and gaming-culture insight.
IMDb Rating: 7.8/10Seasons: 4Started: 2020Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
added by IJRMythic Quest
-5Fargo▼ Falling
Each season spins a new Midwestern crime tale with the Coen brothers’ signature mix of violence and dark comedy. The season-two diner shootout remains one of the most choreographed set pieces in anthology television. It ranks here for consistent reinvention and high production value.
IMDb Rating: 8.9/10Seasons: 5Started: 2014Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRin 13 rankingsFargo
-7This Is Us▼ Falling
The Pearson family’s interconnected stories across decades explore love, loss, and legacy. The season-one episode revealing Jack’s fate became a cultural touchstone for emotional television. It earns its place for strong ensemble storytelling and tear-jerking payoffs.
IMDb Rating: 8.7/10Seasons: 6Started: 2016Genre: Hulu Original: —
added by IJRThis Is Us
-7The Great▼ Falling
An idealistic Catherine the Great attempts to modernize Russia while married to a volatile emperor. The season-two coup attempt episode captured the show’s blend of bawdy humor and political scheming. It earns its ranking for stylish satire and Elle Fanning’s committed lead turn.
IMDb Rating: 8.1/10Seasons: 3Started: 2020Genre: Hulu Original: ✓
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