Looking for something new to watch? Hulu has you covered with tons of legacy content, partner content, and its own original series, the latter of which includes a wide variety of shows from which to choose. With a total of 42 Primetime Emmy nominations for 2023, 64 when including FX on Hulu series, the streaming service is among the best.
We have curated this list of the best Hulu original series right now, many of which rank among the best series of 2023. Right now, you can save with the Disney Bundle, which makes Hulu an even better deal by including not only Hulu, but also Disney+, and ESPN+, for just $14 a month.
Looking for more originals? Check out our lists of the best Amazon original series and the best Netflix original series, as well as the best shows on Hulu.
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The Beartv-ma 2022
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Only Murders in the Buildingtv-ma 2021
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Reservation Dogstv-ma 2021
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This Fooltv-ma 2022
The Bear (2022)
Only Murders in the Building (2021)
Letterkenny (2016)
Reservation Dogs (2021)
This Fool (2022)
With positive reviews all around, This Fool is the perfect show to watch if you need a good laugh. The story is about Julio (Chris Estrada), a 30-something-year-old young man who is still living at home with his mother and grandmother. He finds his work at the Hugs Not Thugs gang rehabilitation center rewarding, especially since one of his program members is his older cousin Luis (Frankie Quinones), who was recently released from prison after serving an eight-year sentence.
A show that’s deeply rooted in Latin culture, though relatable to any immigrant family story, This Fool follows Julio journey through life, dealing with personal hardships and a difficult family. But at its heart, This Fool also demonstrates how people with opposing views on life can come together, and maybe even learn a thing or two from one another. Adding to its authenticity is that the fact that This Fool was created by Estrada and is loosely based on his own life.
Tiny Beautiful Things (2023)
Based on the book of the same name by Cheryl Strayed, which itself is based on Strayed’s own story, Tiny Beautiful Things is a comedy drama but it has been called compelling, dark, and “emotionally vivid.” The show stars Kathryn Hahn as Clare, a writer who becomes a popular advice columnist, despite her own personal life falling apart.
About to turn 50, Clare is dealing with marital issues, troubles with her teenage daughter, and fears about the future and missed opportunities. Somehow, she’s able to channel those frustrations into delivering sweet, kind, and helpful advice to readers who come to rely on her insight. Be prepared to shed a tear or two and maybe feel a bit cathartic while you watch.
UnPrisoned (2023)
Paige’s (Kerry Washington) life is going fairly well as a single mother and marriage therapist. But when her estranged father Edwin (Delroy Lindo) is released from prison after 17 years and comes to live with her and her son, Paige’s entire life becomes upended.
A heartwarming comedy, Unprisoned has been positively received by critics and viewers, alike, for being heartfelt and tackling tough subject matter with a healthy dose of comedy. Both Washington and Lindo are praised for their genuine and wonderful performances, and the show itself for providing an intimate look into the Black experience.
The Great (2020)
Everybody’s heard of Catherine the Great, the Russian Empress who presided over one of imperial Russia’s greatest periods of prosperity. But not so many know about her husband and second cousin, Peter III, who was so incompetent that she overthrew him in a practically bloodless coup d’état.
History is dramatic and tragic, but it’s also comical, and The Great finds wicked pleasure in pitting Elle Fanning’s cunning and witty Catherine against Nicholas Hoult’s dull, naïve Peter. Catherine’s rise is, of course, inevitable, but it’s a lot of fun to watch play out in this satirical drama.
DAVE (2020)
Rapper/comedian Lil Dicky became internet famous after releasing his song “Ex-Boyfriend” on YouTube back in 2013, then released his debut rap album, Professional Rapper, in 2015. He went on to collaborate with the likes of Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, and Wiz Khalifa. In 2020, Dicky, real name David Andrew Burd, worked with producer Jeff Schaffer to create a comedy series based on his life, and, as it turns out, the talented rapper is a talented comedian, too.
Burd stars in the series as a fictionalized version of himself, a neurotic young man living in a small suburban town who believes he can make it big in the rap game. GaTa, Burd’s real-life hype man, plays himself on the show, including depicting his real-life battle with bipolar disorder. Critic reviews for the first season applaud the “juvenile sense of humor” for those who appreciate those types of jokes. It’s a refreshing and fun show with a laundry list of A-list guest stars, not to mention Kevin Hart counted among its executive producers.
Solar Opposites (2020)
From the creators of Rick and Morty, Solar Opposites is a hilarious animated dive into the life of a family of aliens living in middle America and observing human behavior. It’s all about perspective, and while some think the way people tend to behave is awesome, others find it deplorable. In a separate storyline, fans also learn about the Yumyulack who has shrunken humans and stored them in a terrarium called The Wall.
You’ll recognize familiar voices like Silicon Valley’s Thomas Middleditch as Terry and The Goldbergs’ Sean Giambrone as Yumyulack. The sci-fi animated sitcom has been praised for being charming, hilarious, sincere, and offering a ridiculous yet also fresh take on humanity and our habits.
Fleishman Is in Trouble (2022)
Welcome to Chippendales (2022)
The Patient (2022)
Under the Banner of Heaven (2022)
Candy (2022)
Conversations with Friends (2022)
The Girl From Plainville (2022)
The Dropout (2022)
Pam & Tommy (2022)
PEN15 (2019)
Dopesick (2021)
American Horror Stories (2021)
Devs (2020)
Love, Victor (2020)
The Looming Tower (2018)
UnREAL (2015)
The Handmaid's Tale (2017)
Veronica Mars (2004)
Normal People (2020)
Little Fires Everywhere (2020)
High Fidelity (2020)
Mrs. America (2020)
Ramy (2019)
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