5 Best TV Series Made by ABC You Forgot About, Ranked by IMDb
There's no nostalgia for nostalgia's sake here – just solid shows that deserve to be rediscovered.
ABC is one of America's premier television networks. It aired the legendary shows Lost, Desperate Housewives, and Grey's Anatomy, which are familiar even to non-TV watchers.
Over the decades of its broadcasting history, however, the network has released dozens of other projects that are bright, bold, and sometimes downright bizarre.
5. 'Ugly Betty', 2006-2010
IMDb Score: 6.8/10
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The cheerful and slightly naive Betty lands a job at a fashion magazine. Although she's smart and capable, she has absolutely no sense of style, and wears glasses and braces.
Because of this, her coworkers don't think highly of her, and her womanizing boss despises her. However, after getting to know her better, he changes his attitude toward her.
The Colombian series has been remade countless times. But the ABC version starring America Ferrera is the most successful – it seamlessly blends a love story with humor.
4. 'Moonlighting', 1985-1989
IMDb Score: 7.6/10
After losing her entire livelihood overnight, famous model Maddie Hayes decides to close her side businesses, including the unprofitable Moonlighting detective agency. However, detective David Addison convinces her to become his partner.
Maddie's adventurous life ultimately captivates her so much that she abandons the idea of selling her agency and devotes herself to investigations.
The series is now considered a cult classic, and viewers were captivated by the pairing of Cybill Shepherd and a young Bruce Willis. They convincingly feigned affection on screen, making it hard to believe that the actors didn't actually get along at first.
3. 'Nashville', 2012-2018
IMDb Score: 7.7/10
In Nashville, the capital of country music, a bitter rivalry is unfolding between country star Rayna Jaymes and the young, ambitious singer Juliette Barnes. Jaymes' recent albums have not been as profitable as they once were.
In an attempt to improve Rayna's fortunes, her label bosses are insisting on a joint tour with Juliette. However, the two women aren't thrilled about touring together.
Created by Thelma & Louise screenwriter Callie Khouri, the series will appeal even to those indifferent to soap operas.
2. 'Castle', 2009-2016
IMDb Score: 8.1/10
Successful writer Richard Castle finds himself unexpectedly involved in a real police investigation – someone has started imitating the murders from his novels.
Homicide detective Kate Beckett is assigned to the case and believes the author will help her solve it.
Castle was originally aired as a temporary replacement series. However, the comedy-drama show proved so popular with viewers that it was kept on the air and expanded to include more episodes per season.
1. 'How to Get Away with Murder', 2014-2020
IMDb Score: 8.1/10
Successful defense attorney Annalise Keating teaches a course called How to Get Away with Murder, in which she demonstrates how to win seemingly hopeless cases.
She also selects five ambitious students to be her protégés. The students will do whatever it takes to prove their potential to Annalise, unaware that they will soon become implicated in a murder.
Created by Shonda Rhimes, the mastermind behind Grey's Anatomy, this series features strong female characters and is a modern take on the soap opera genre that stars Viola Davis, an Oscar winner, in the lead role.
