Power Pulse Magazine’s Top Shows of 2025
Category: Entertainment | Television | Streaming Picks | PPM Editors’ Selects
Written by: Lena Voss, Culture & Entertainment Editor | PPM Editorial Team
For: Power Pulse Magazine
Section: TV & Entertainment
The series that defined our screens, stirred our emotions, and kept us pressing “next episode.”
Editor’s Note
At Power Pulse Magazine, we don’t just watch TV—we experience it. Our editorial team spends countless hours researching, reviewing, and debating the shows that truly shape culture and conversation. These selections reflect not only popularity, but storytelling excellence, cultural impact, and emotional resonance. Here are the shows that earned our highest praise in 2025.
1. The Pitt
The Pitt | Image Credit: Max (formerly HBO Max) / Warner Bros. Discovery
Genre: Medical Drama
Platform: Max (HBO Max)
Release: 2025 | Season 1
Episodes: 15
Season 2: Official date TBA
PPM Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
PPM Verdict: Best Drama of 2025
What It’s About
The Pitt drops viewers into the relentless chaos of a Pittsburgh emergency room, following Dr. Michael “Robby” Rabinavitch (Noah Wyle) and his team through a single, continuous 15-hour shift. Nicknamed “The Pitt” by exhausted staff, the hospital becomes a pressure cooker of life-or-death decisions, emotional collapse, and human resilience.
Why It Works
Hyper-Realism: Gritty procedures, rapid-fire medical jargon, and raw performances make the ER feel uncomfortably real.
Innovative Structure: Each episode represents one hour of the same shift—an intense, time-driven format that keeps tension sky-high.
Social Commentary: Tackles post-pandemic burnout, understaffing, gun violence, and ethical dilemmas without feeling preachy.
Ensemble Power: Noah Wyle delivers a career-defining performance, supported by a cast that feels authentically bonded.
PPM Take
The first episode starts slow, but once The Pitt finds its rhythm, it becomes emotionally consuming. It didn’t replace 9-1-1 for us—but it absolutely pacified the loss. The time-based storytelling was addictive, and yes—we loved the cast so much we researched their zodiac signs.
That chemistry isn’t accidental. We’re counting down to Season 2.
2. It: Welcome to Derry
It: Welcome to Derry | Image Credit: HBO / Warner Bros. Television
Genre: Supernatural Horror
Platform: HBO
Release: Oct 26 – Dec 14, 2025
Episodes: 8
PPM Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✦ (4.8/5)
PPM Verdict: Best Horror Series of 2025
What It’s About
Set in 1962, It: Welcome to Derry serves as a chilling prequel to the It films, diving into the origins of Pennywise and the cursed town itself. Developed by Andy and Barbara Muschietti alongside Jason Fuchs, the series expands Stephen King’s mythology with psychological depth and haunting atmosphere.
Why Fans Are Hooked
Deeper Lore: Explores Derry’s dark history, cyclical evil, and Pennywise’s earliest manifestations.
Bill Skarsgård’s Return: More intimate, more unhinged, and somehow even more terrifying.
Psychological Horror: Leans into dread, trauma, and social fear rather than cheap jump scares.
Cinematic Quality: Rich cinematography, layered storytelling, and eerie sound design elevate the experience.
Critic Notes
Some CGI moments distracted from the horror, and the military subplot felt slightly foggy—but the tension, performances, and world-building more than carried the season.
Will There Be a Season 2?
Not officially confirmed, but the creators have a three-season plan exploring earlier eras (1935 and 1908). Renewal feels likely—but not guaranteed.
PPM Take
This series had us glued. Pennywise is chilling like never before, and the cast selection was spot-on.
A worthy expansion of the It universe and a must-watch for horror fans.
3. Abbott Elementary
Abbott Elementary | Image Credit: ABC / Warner Bros. Television
Genre: Mockumentary · Workplace Comedy · Sitcom
Creator: Quinta Brunson
PPM Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
PPM Verdict: The Comfort Show We Needed in 2025
What It’s About
Abbott Elementary follows a group of devoted teachers at an underfunded public school in Philadelphia, blending laugh-out-loud humor with heartfelt commentary on education, community, and resilience.
Why It Endures
Mockumentary Magic: A documentary-style format that feels natural, funny, and intimate.
Beloved Characters: Ava Coleman is chaos incarnate (think Michael Scott), while Janine Teagues brings Pam-level heart.
Authenticity: Captures the real struggles—and joy—of educators without losing humor.
Cultural Impact: A Black-led sitcom that balances representation, warmth, and sharp writing.
PPM Take
Honestly we just started watching this one Currently on Season 2) from being enticed from the video advertisements on YouTube. Basically We’re still savoring this one. Knowing it’s still on air in 2025 gives us something to look forward to. Funny, comforting, and deeply human—this is television done right.
Why Trust Power Pulse Magazine
PPM editors and writers carefully research, curate, and collectively review every title we recommend. Our ratings are based on storytelling quality, performances, originality, cultural relevance, and viewer impact—not hype.
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OFFICIAL POWER PULSE MAGAZINE RATING SYSTEM
For Television & Entertainment Reviews
At Power Pulse Magazine (PPM), our TV & Entertainment ratings are based on editorial research, collective viewing, and critical analysis. Each score reflects storytelling quality, performances, originality, production value, cultural impact, and overall audience engagement.
⭐ 1–5 Star Rating Scale
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 — Masterpiece
Exceptional storytelling, top-tier performances, and lasting cultural impact. A must-watch.
⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 — Excellent
Strong execution with minor flaws. Highly recommended.
⭐⭐⭐ 3 — Good
Enjoyable and solid, but not groundbreaking.
⭐⭐ 2 — Mediocre
Noticeable issues outweigh the strengths.
⭐ 1 — Not Recommended
Poor execution or misleading content.
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Image Credits:
The Pitt Image Credit: Max (formerly HBO Max) / Warner Bros. Discovery
It: Welcome to Derry Image Credit: HBO / Warner Bros. Television
Abbott Elementary Image Credit: ABC / Warner Bros. Television
Disclaimer: Power Pulse Magazine is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or partnered with any networks, studios, or streaming platforms mentioned in this article. All opinions expressed are editorial and based on independent viewing, research, and critique. We’re simply fans of great television celebrating standout storytelling.