The 82nd Golden Globes celebrated talented storytelling as various web series took home top honours. From intense dramas to biting comedies, these unique web series have set a benchmark for future storytellers. Here are all the Golden Globes-acclaimed TV shows that make for an exciting watchlist for 2025.

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1. Shōgun

Based on James Clavell’s epic novel, Shōgun reveals a gripping story set in Japan facing a civil war in the year 1600. A shipwrecked English sailor is pushed into the samurai world and faces cultural clashes. As he tries to survive in a strange place, Lord Yoshii Toranaga and Lady Mariko meet him, complicating the sailor’s life. Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, and Anna Sawai bring their A-game to the web series, making it worthwhile.

Categories won: Best Drama Television Series | Best Female Actor in a Drama Television Series (Anna Sawai) | Best Supporting Male Actor on Television (Tadanobu Asano) | Best Male Actor in a Drama Television Series (Hiroyuki Sanada)

Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar

2. Hacks

The comedy TV show stood out at the 82nd Golden Globes. Hacks delves into the dark mentorship between Deborah Vance, a famous comedian of Las Vegas, and an entitled, down-on-her-luck writer Ava Daniels. Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder lead the way in this witty drama comedy.

Categories won: Best Musical or Comedy Television Series | Best Female Actor in a Musical or Comedy Television Series (Jean Smart)

Where to watch: Jio Cinema

3. Baby Reindeer

Based on the true story of Richard Gadd, Baby Reindeer chronicles how his life was interrupted by an obsessive stalker. As the tension escalates, the series shows how Richard’s initial kindness to a struggling woman in need backfires. The show stars Richard Gadd as Donny Dunn, alongside Jessica Gunning, Nava Mau, and Tom Goodman-Hill.

Categories won: Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Television Film | Best Supporting Female Actor on Television (Jessica Gunning)

Where to watch: Netflix

4. True Detective: Night Country

The show is the fourth season of an acclaimed anthology crime drama series titled True Detective. This season explores how detectives Liz Danvers and Evangeline Navarro investigate a homicide in the fictional town of Ennis. In this mysterious process, they also learn dark secrets about themselves which troubles them all the more. The suspense series cast Jodie Foster, Kali Reis, John Hawkes, and Christopher Eccleston among other actors.

Categories won: Best Female Actor in a Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Television Film (Jodie Foster)

Where to watch: Jio Cinema

5. The Penguin

The American crime drama miniseries follows the life of Oswald Cobblepot, also called The Penguin, as he runs the underworld of Gotham City. The show is a spin-off of The Batman (2022) which will keep you hooked to the compelling narrative. Colin Farrell, Cristin Milioti, Rhenzy Feliz, and Deirdre O’Connell give standout performances in the show.

Categories won: Best Male Actor in a Television Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Television Film (Colin Farrell)

Where to watch: Jio Cinema

6. The Bear

A talented chef, Carmen Berzatto, returns to his mediocre life in Chicago to run his late brother’s shop, The Original Beef of Chicagoland. Far from what he used to do, he is forced to come to terms with the struggles of running a small business. The show casts light on how creative people get crushed in the ‘grind’ to live a decent life. Spectacular actors including Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Ayo Edebiri deliver beautiful performances in the series.

Categories won: Best Male Actor in a Musical or Comedy Television Series

Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar

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