Remember When TV Shows Had Plot? Here are 10 Series from That Forgotten Era

1. Babylon 5 (1994-1998)

In the year of our Lord 2256 the Babylon 5 space station is born. It's more than a hub; it's a sanctuary for the intergalactic tensions of a post-war era. As Commander Sinclair (later, Captain Sheridan) governs, ancient and new powers alike vie for control. Shadows emerge. Does the prophecy foretell doom or salvation? In a tangle of alliances and enmities, the fate of civilizations hangs in balance.

2. Twin Peaks (1990-1991; 2017)

Who killed Laura Palmer? In the town of Twin Peaks, no stone is left unturned. Enter Agent Dale Cooper, pie lover and coffee enthusiast, on a mission to solve the mystery. Dreams intertwine with reality; owls are not what they seem. As secrets unravel, the line between the mundane and supernatural blurs. What awaits in the Black Lodge? Only time will tell.

3. Farscape (1999-2003)

John Crichton, an astronaut, finds himself in a wormhole, landing in a galaxy unknown. He joins a motley crew of fugitives aboard Moya, a sentient starship. Oh, but the Peacekeepers! They're hot on their trail, and Captain Crais is relentless. Friendships are forged, enemies are made, and Crichton's search for a way home is laden with surprises. Scorpius, the half-Sebacean, half-Scarran, seeks the wormhole technology in Crichton's mind. The chase? It's out of this world!

4. Deadwood (2004-2006)

Step into the lawless town of Deadwood, where the gold rush is in full swing. Al Swearengen, proprietor of the Gem Saloon, holds power, but the arrival of Seth Bullock, a former marshal, brings a semblance of order. Tensions simmer as they clash. Blood is spilled, allegiances are tested, and greed fuels the flames. Deadwood grows, attracting attention from the government. Amidst the chaos, can this frontier town find a semblance of civilization?

5. Carnivàle (2003-2005)

Amidst the dust of the Great Depression, a traveling carnival winds its way through the American heartland. Ben Hawkins, a fugitive with a mysterious power, joins the troupe. On the other side, Brother Justin Crowe, a preacher in California, grapples with his own supernatural gift. Light and darkness, good and evil, the battle lines are drawn. As Ben and Justin's paths converge, the stakes rise. The final confrontation looms. Whose side are you on?

6. The Prisoner (1967-1968)

A British agent resigns and awakens in a mysterious seaside village. Known only as Number Six, he seeks answers. Why is he here? Who is Number One? His captors, led by Number Two, attempt to break his will. In this labyrinth of surveillance and deceit, trust is a luxury. Freedom is a dream, escape is a challenge, and truth is elusive.

7. Battlestar Galactica (2004-2009)

Humanity's last hope sails through space. The Battlestar Galactica, a relic of a war gone by, carries the remnants of the Twelve Colonies, fleeing the relentless Cylons. Commander Adama leads the way to Earth, their salvation. But who can you trust when the enemy looks just like you? Friend or foe, Cylon or human, the line blurs. Betrayals, revelations, and battles ensue. In this epic struggle for survival, every decision counts.

8. Firefly (2002-2003)

In a 'verse where the Alliance reigns, Captain Malcolm Reynolds and his crew aboard the Serenity navigate the fringes. Smugglers, thieves, and rebels, they are survivors in a post-war galaxy. With a preacher, a doctor, and a mysterious woman named River on board, secrets abound. As they dodge the law and confront their pasts, loyalty is tested. The crew becomes family, bound by a code of honor. In the black of space, they find freedom. In each other, they find home.

9. Freaks and Geeks (1999-2000)

High school is a battlefield. At McKinley High, the "freaks" and "geeks" navigate the trials of adolescence. Lindsay Weir, a former "mathlete," joins the ranks of the "freaks" while her brother, Sam, finds solace with the "geeks." Relationships are forged, identities are explored, and the pains of growing up are laid bare. Amidst the backdrop of the '80s, they each find their place. In a world of cliques and labels, they defy expectations. In the end, they are all just kids trying to figure it out.

10. Pushing Daisies (2007-2009)

Ned, a pie-maker with a unique gift, brings the dead back to life with a single touch. But there's a catch: if he touches them again, they die for good. Teaming up with private investigator Emerson Cod, they solve murder cases by asking the victims themselves. Ned's childhood sweetheart, Chuck, is brought back to life, but their love remains untouchable. As they uncover mysteries, face villains, and juggle secrets, life takes on a new flavor.