The 16 best TV shows of 2018 so far

The Americans We're almost halfway through 2018, and there's already been some great TV — with more to come.

So we started thinking about the new and returning shows we've loved the most over the past few months.

There hasn't been an overwhelming amount of compelling TV, which is good news for you: You don't have much to catch up on.

But there are some gems.

With stellar writing and captivating performances that rival what you see on the big screen, these are the best new and returning shows of 2018 (so far).

We'll update this list with other great shows from 2018 as the year goes on.

Here are the best TV shows of 2018, (along with their Rotten Tomatoes scores):

Returning shows:

"The Americans" — FX

Critic Score: 99%

Audience Score: 92%

The final season of "The Americans" intensifies the thrilling action and espionage as it pulls characters apart just as we thought they would come together in the end. Things are building up quickly, and it's setting up something completely unpredictable and probably cruel — but thrilling either way.

"One Day at a Time" — Netflix

Critic Score: 100%

Audience Score: 95%

"One Day at a Time" was a critic favorite in 2017, and it exceeded expectations with its second season, which debuted on Netflix in January. The show depicts a Cuban-American family as they adjust to their new life. It's positive, funny, smart, culturally relevant, and has great performances. The show isn't afraid to take on dramatic material or to get political.

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