Number one: Six Feet Under( 2001 to 2005)

Fascinating characters, dark narrative, outstanding acting. This show is a haunting emotional tour de force.

Number two: The Oprah Winfrey show (1986 – 2011)

The show that led millions of sexual abuse victims to recovery, broke America’s taboos, made us laugh cry, and cheer & allowed people of all races, ages, classes & sexual orientations to relate to each other as fellow human beings.

Number three: Dallas (1978-1991)

J.R. Ewing was the greatest villain in the history of television, and personified the elite of his era with wit, charm and style. No other show epitomized American culture in quite the same way.

Number four: The Sopranos (1999-2007)

Despite being a fat bald murderous pig, Tony Soprano was the ultimate alpha male in this riveting and psychologically fascinating narrative.

Number five: Roseanne (1988 – 1997)

I know we’re not supposed to like this banned show because the star has been outed as a racist, but it humanized working class white America with humor and intelligence.