74 Best Hulu Shows to Watch Right Now (July 2024)

Good shows to binge-watch on Hulu aren't hard to come by. From classics like The Handmaid's Tale to new gems like Tiny Beautiful Things, there's a wealth of great content on the platform. To help you find exactly what you're looking for, we've compiled a list of the best shows on Hulu, whether it be a half-hour comedy for some quick laughs or an hour-long drama you can sink your teeth into.

For more recommendations, check out our list of the best movies on Hulu, best shows to binge-watch, and best comedy shows on Hulu.

Editor's note: This article was updated July 2024 to include Love Island: UK.

'Love Island: UK' (2015 - Present)

IMDb: 5.3/10

Love Island UK

The series that kicked off the international franchise, Love Island is a British dating game show presented by Maya Jama and narrated by Iain Stirling. The show’s previous hosts include Caroline Flack and Laura Whitmore. Each season follows a group of contestants who are isolated in a villa in Mallorca, where they must couple up (romantically or otherwise) to compete for a combined £50,000 prize. One of ITV2’s most-watched shows ever, the series is a revival of an earlier show from the 2000s. Love Island has been incredibly successful and led to the creation of a whopping 22 international variants. The show even won a BAFTA TV Award in 2018 in the Best Reality and Constructed Factual category. However, it’s also a highly controversial series. Since its premiere in 2015, four people linked to the show, including original host Caroline Flack, have died by suicide. The series has also been criticized for its lack of diversity and for having a negative impact on the mental health of both contestants and audience members.

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'Unprisoned' (2023 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 6.9/10

Unprisoned

Tracy McMillan’s latest project follows a simple yet effective premise, with the life of single mom Paige (Kerry Washington) changed one unassuming day. Perfectly walking the line between a promising career as a therapist and a loving relationship with her teenage son, everything changes when her father, Edwin (Delroy Lindo), arrives, having just been released from prison. Comedies of this ilk come and go like busses, but every now and then, a gem is unearthed. Unprisoned is one such gem, with the show intelligently blending laugh-out-loud comedy with deeply relatable dysfunctions. An unapologetic thrill, the show’s first season was a wonderful success, with the second promising to take the hype to new heights. - Jake Hodges

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'The Bear' (2023 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 99% | IMDb: 8.6/10

The Bear

Read Our ReviewThis worldwide smash hit show sees breakout star Jeremy Allen White star as culinary prodigy Carmen Berzatto, a success in the world of fine dining. However, after his brother sadly commits suicide, Carmen must return home and rejoin his family’s small local sandwich shop, The Original Beef of Chicagoland. Now, having to face the harsh realities of local business and a world away from his life of Michelin-star cuisine, how will Carmen cope with balancing a yearning desire to return to his high life, a broken family dynamic, and the grief over losing his brother?

An awards darling, having scooped up multiple Primetime Emmys and Golden Globes, The Bear has many triumphant factors in the recipe for its success, not least of which is Jeremy Allen White’s captivating lead performance. Managing to find a nuanced balance between heartbreaking and frustrating, the actor has rightfully earned himself both public and critical acclaim for his astonishing performance. Beyond Allen White, though, the show is a gorgeously written story that captures the familial bond at its heart, with the dysfunctional relationship between almost all of its main cast gutwrenchingly relatable. Like fine dining, The Bear is a show to be savored. - Jake Hodges

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'Skins' (2007 - 2013)

IMDb: 8.2/10

Skins

This groundbreaking British teen comedy follows the lives of a group of unadulterated friends, each feeling disenfranchised by the world around them as they attempt to find love and happiness in a broken Britain. With plenty of questionable parents and teachers giving often unsavory advice, it is up to the teens to find their own paths — even if those paths are full of partying and alcohol. It wouldn’t be an understatement to say that Skins brought about a revolution upon first airing in the UK. Changing culture via dress sense and attitude, the show would break boundaries and showcase the realities of growing up as a frustrated, anxious teenager in Britain. A winner of two BAFTAs, there has been no series before or after Skins that has quite managed to capture its essence, making this a wonderfully astute pick-up for Hulu’s catalog. - Jake Hodges

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'Clipped' (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 88% | IMDb: 6.5/10

Clipped (2024)

Clipped is a biopic about Donald Sterling, portrayed by Ed O’Neill, who was the owner of the Los Angeles Clippers. The series follows his team’s attempts to win a championship and his subsequent sudden downfall, whose controversial comments ballooned into a series of events that would change the NBA forever. Originally titled The Sterling Affairs, Clipped is both an entertaining sports series and an introspective look at one of the NBA’s most infamous men. O’Neill is brilliant as Sterling, managing to capture all of his many often conflicting character traits, but it is Laurence Fishburne who steals the show as coach Doc Rivers. Fast and furious, Clipped is full of power. - Jake Hodges

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'Queenie' (2024 - Present)

Queenie (2024)

Created by Candice Carty-Williams, Queenie follows the titular 25-year-old, played by Dionne Brown, as she navigates a modern and multicultural south London. Both Jamaican and British, Queenie struggles to fully immerse herself in either of the two cultures — a struggle felt by many young people in Britain today. A series with its finger firmly on the pulse of modern-day London, Queenie is actually based on Carty-Williams' own 2019 new adult novel of the same name, which received enormous critical and public praise. Politically and socially aware, as well as brimming with biting current humor that makes last week’s releases already look out of date, Queenie is both an entertaining watch and a beacon of representation for the young Black women of London who don’t feel like they fit. - Jake Hodges

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'Will & Grace' (1998 - 2020)

Rotten Tomatoes: 74% | IMDb: 7.4/10

Will & Grace

One of the longest-running and most fondly-appreciated sitcoms of all time, Will & Grace stars Eric McCormack as lawyer Will and Debra Messing as interior designer Grace. Together with their best friends, the group deals with the highs, lows, and in-betweens of modern life in New York City. Of course, Will & Grace, at its heart, is a laugh-a-minute comedy searching every second for the next gag. However, the show was also a major turning point for LGBTQIA+ representation in modern sitcoms, with many looking back now at some of the series to have been released since and realizing just how honest and self-aware about queer representation the show actually was. Funny and poignant, Will & Grace is a must-have addition to a sitcom fan’s watchlist. - Jake Hodges

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'Scandal' (2012 - 2018)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 7.7/10

Scandal

Created by the legendary Shonda Rhimes, Scandal is an ABC political thriller series that stars Kerry Washington as political fixer Olivia Pope. Based in Washington, D.C., the series follows the staff at Pope’s crisis management firm as they deal with various political situations and scandals. The show ran for 124 episodes over seven seasons, airing from 2012 to 2018. Besides Washington, the series also stars Darby Stanchfield, Katie Lowes, Guillermo Diaz, Jeff Perry, and Tony Goldwyn. Scandal earned high viewership numbers and widespread acclaim over the course of its time on the air, receiving a number of accolades, including the 2012 Image Award for Outstanding Drama Series. Washington’s iconic performance as the bold, powerful political/legal mover has earned the actor nominations for Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Awards. With intense drama and thrilling stories of political maneuvering, Scandal is one of the best shows ever developed by one of TV’s most successful creators.

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'The Rookie' (2018 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 68% | IMDb: 8.0/10

The Rookie

Created by Alexi Hawley, ABC’s The Rookie is a police procedural series starring Nathan Filion as John Nolan, who becomes the oldest rookie at the Los Angeles Police Department at 45. Partly based on a true story, the drama series also features Alyssa Diaz, Richard T. Jones, Titus Makin Jr., and more. Largely buoyed by Fillion’s delightful performance, the series has become a television favorite since its premiere in 2019, with its sixth season currently underway and a seventh on the horizon. An entertaining series that you can watch with the whole family, The Rookie is a great cop show where the cases may not be all that interesting, but the characters surely are. The series has received largely favorable reviews from critics, with praise for its humor, action, and drama. Though the quality varies a bit between seasons, the show’s talented cast and the well-crafted interpersonal narratives make it a consistently engaging watch.

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'The Veil' (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 46% | IMDb: 6.4/10

The Veil (2024)

Written by Steven Knight and starring Elisabeth Moss and Yumna Marwan, The Veil is a thriller limited series following two women as they travel from Istanbul to Paris and London, with one of them hiding a dangerous secret that the other seeks to uncover. The series also stars Dali Benssalah, Josh Charles, and Thibault de Montalembert. While the series has received rather mixed reviews, The Veil is elevated by the performances of its two leads. Elisabeth Moss delivers yet another gripping performance as a veteran MI6 agent, and Yumna Marwan equals and, at times, exceeds Moss for dramatic chops in this intriguing thriller. Though it might not be a great spy story (it has been unfavorably compared to Homeland), The Veil is best when seen as a character drama exploring two nuanced and layered characters through a timely narrative.

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'Homeland' (2011 - 2020)

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 8.3/10

Homeland

When Marine Corps Scout Sniper and prisoner of war Nicholas Brody (Damian Lewis) is released by al-Qaeda after eight years in captivity, CIA officer Carrie Mathison (Claire Danes) becomes convinced that Brody has been “turned” by the enemy. That’s the premise of Homeland, a spy thriller series developed by Howard Gordon and Alex Gansa, which is based on the Israeli show Prisoners of War. Over the course of its eight seasons on the air, Homeland received largely positive reviews, with Seasons 1 and 2, in particular, hailed as the best of the lot. Danes and Lewis received great praise from critics for their layered performances, with Danes winning two Emmys for her role and Lewis winning one. However, the show isn’t without its flaws, and it has been criticized for its almost stereotypically negative portrayal of Muslims and the Middle East. It’s important to remember that Homeland is very much a work of fiction and should not be considered an accurate representation of reality. That said, it is a fun watch for fans of the spy thriller genre.

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'Brothers & Sisters' (2006 - 2011)

Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 7.5/10

Brothers & Sisters

A landmark American family drama, Brothers & Sisters is set in Los Angeles, California, and focuses on the lives of the Walker family. The series aired for five seasons on ABC between 2006 and 2011, featuring an ensemble cast led by Sally Field as Nora Walker. The show’s cast also includes the likes of Rachel Griffiths, Calista Flockhart, Matthew Rhys, and Emily VanCamp. A hugely popular show during its time on the air, Brothers & Sisters amassed a large fan following over the course of its five seasons. Though originally panned by critics, the show proved to be quite popular with audiences. Over time, it received plenty of accolades as well, earning Sally Field a Primetime Emmy Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Field’s Nora is the heart of the show, which is carried by the performances of its talented cast. The series is a great double-feature with Desperate Housewives (also available on Hulu), and in fact, the two shows aired back to back on ABC during their original television runs.

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'Under the Bridge' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

Under the Bridge (2024)

A true crime drama that recounts the brutal murder of Canadian teenager Reena Virk and the incidents that led to her death, Under the Bridge is based on the late Rebecca Godfrey’s eponymous non-fiction book. The series stars Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough in lead roles alongside Archie Panjabi, Javon Walton, Izzy G., and Vritika Gupta. The recent boom in true crime productions has created a wide range of shows and movies, some thoughtful and necessary and others purely sensationalistic. Under the Bridge seems like it fits in the former category, exploring a brutal and tragic crime from the 1990s. The case of Reena Virk, while much talked about in its time, has now become largely forgotten by the general public. The show seeks to change that, shining some much-needed light on this heartbreaking real-life story. With a gripping narrative and a remarkable cast and crew, this true crime series is simply a must-watch.

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'9-1-1' (2018 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 81% | IMDb: 7.9/10

9-1-1

Created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear, 9-1-1 is a procedural drama that follows a group of Los Angeles first responders, exploring their lives in the context of the emergencies they deal with. The show’s stacked cast includes the likes of Angela Bassett, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Kenneth Choi, and more. 9-1-1 aired six seasons on Fox before it moved to ABC for Season 7 and beyond. A spinoff, 9-1-1: Lone Star, premiered in 2020. With soapy melodrama and high-stakes action, 9-1-1 presents a winning combination of emotion and thrills, making it popular with audiences and critics. The show has earned several accolades, including three NAACP Image Awards for Angela Bassett in the Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series category. While Seasons 1-6 have been quite engaging, the currently ongoing Season 7 may be the show’s best yet, exploring a more interconnected plot that delivers greater character development. The series has already been renewed for Season 8 as well, so you can look forward to plenty more 9-1-1 to come.

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'Survivor' (2000 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 71% | IMDb: 7.5/10

Survivor

Originally created by Charlie Parsons and hosted by Jeff Probst, each season of Survivor takes a new group of strangers and puts them in an isolated location where they must fend for themselves. The contestants also face a series of challenges that test their physical and mental fitness, with regular voting-based eliminations weeding out the players one by one until there is only one left. With 45 seasons and counting on the air, Survivor isn’t just a successful reality show — it’s one of the most successful American shows ever. And despite having been around for so long, the show still finds a way to remain relevant and engaging as time passes. Besides the challenges and the interpersonal dynamics of the contestants, Survivor also scores highly with audiences thanks to its beautiful vistas and high production value. Few game shows can match Survivor for its gorgeous visuals, well-crafted competitions, and sheer entertainment.

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'We Were the Lucky Ones' (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

We Were the Lucky Ones

Read Our ReviewBased on Georgia Hunter's bestselling novel, We Were the Lucky Ones is a limited series created by Erica Lipez that tells the story of a Jewish family torn apart at the start of World War II who fight to survive and reunite despite facing the darkest of times. Directed by Thomas Kail, this limited drama series stars Joey King, Logan Lerman, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, and more. The show is executive-produced by Lipez, Kail, Adam Milch, Jennifer Todd, Ben Affleck, and Matt Damon.

Premiering on Hulu on March 28th, 2024, We Were the Lucky Ones is based on the real history of Georgia Hunter’s own family. Their incredible true story, as told through Hunter’s book, is a narrative that spans continents and explores the dark years of the Holocaust through a heartbreakingly human perspective. Though no doubt a challenging task, the series miraculously manages to capture the brilliance of its source material.

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'Shogun' (2024 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 99% | IMDb: 9.2/10

Shogun (2024)

Read Our ReviewOne of the most acclaimed shows of 2024 so far, Shogun is a historical fiction drama series created by Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks. Based on James Clavell’s 1975 novel of the same name, the show is set in 1600s Japan at the dawn of a civil war. Shogun follows the interconnected stories of a Japanese warlord, an English sailor, and a brilliant noblewoman trying to prove her allegiance. Inspired by real historical figures, the series stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Cosmo Jarvis, and Anna Sawai.

Shogun has received massively positive reviews from critics around the world, and it's proven to be an equally popular series with audiences. Presenting an epic story that’s beautifully visualized on screen, Shogun is a well-crafted series that elevates its already strong source material with brilliant performances, writing, and cinematography. Released weekly on Hulu and FX, the ten-episode series was the most streamed show in the US during the first three weeks of its release after premiering its first two episodes on February 27th, 2024.

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'Black Cake' (2023 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.3/10

Black Cake

Based on the novel by Charmaine Wilkerson, Black Cake is a powerful emotional journey starring Mia Isaac, Adrienne Warren, and Chipo Chung. An emotional journey, Black Cake is

a captivating family drama wrapped in a murder mystery. Spanning decades and the globe, the series takes place in Jamaica, Rome, Scotland, England, and Southern California, unraveling a rich story about a woman’s determination to save herself and her family.

With an intricate story so engrossing that it drew the attention of producers Oprah Winfrey, Marissa Jo Cerar, and Aleksander Krutainis, the show is brought to the screen with passionate performances and vividly stunning visuals on a cinematic scale. Black Cake is an absolute must-see. - Yael Tygiel

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'A Murder at the End of the World' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 88% | IMDb: 7.1/10

A Murder at the End of the World

Co-created by The OA’s Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij, Murder at the End of the World follows Darby Hart (Emma Corrin), a young hacker and tech-savvy sleuth, as she joins eight others on a creepy, isolated retreat in Iceland. Co-starring Clive Owen as a reclusive billionaire, Murder at the End of the World is a mind-bending whodunnit, which also features performances from Marling, Raúl Esparza, and Alice Braga.

Murder at the End of the World delightfully reflects the creative yet undeniably twisted minds of its co-creators, allowing Marling and Batmanglij to present an offbeat brain-teaser built on the skill of a fantastic cast. Murder at the End of the World is best binge-watched to enjoy all the surprises sprinkled along the way. - Yael Tygiel

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'Catch 22' (2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 84% | IMDb: 7.7/10

Catch-22 (2019)

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Based on the 1961 novel of the same name by Joseph Heller, Catch-22 is a dark comedy miniseries that is set during World War II and follows bombardier John Yossarian (Christopher Abbott), who is enraged by the dozens of assassination attempts on his life and the mounting missions his own army assigns him. He is stuck by the bureaucratic Catch-22 rule, which states that any request to be relieved of duty due to fear of mission danger must be denied since it is deemed to be the act of a reasonable mind.

The tone shifts between horror and humor are handled and performed with gusto in Catch-22, just like in the novel that serves as the inspiration. Additionally, George Clooney makes an outstanding comeback to the role of storyteller in this production, tapping into both sides of his directorial oeuvre. Hugh Laurie, Kyle Chandler, and Grant Heslov are among the many talented members of the ensemble who assist in ensuring a fantastic show. Moreover, in contrast to the darkly comedic chaos surrounding him, Abbott's Yo-Yo is grounded and understated, which pays off beautifully when the character spirals into true madness. - Jessie Nguyen

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