10 Most Memorable Television Shows of 2014

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5. Parks and Recreation

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A governmental department might not seem like the ideal setting for you average comedy show, but this show is by no means ordinary. There is somebody that everybody can relate to in this show, whether it’s charming simpleton Andy Dwyer (played by Chris Pratt!), the Andy Samberg-esque ‘trendy’ crowd,  the feminist inspiration that is Leslie Knope, cynical and moody April or perhaps self-proclaimed misanthrope Ron, who is the spitting image of the Grumpy Cat meme. 5 years on, the characters continue to grow on us and we’re already nervous in anticipation of the 2015 finale.

4. The Walking Dead

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Now in it’s 5th season, record-breaking dystopian future zombie thriller The Walking Dead is one of the most-watched shows to ever be broadcast on a cable network. The series continues to deliver all the guts and gore that is to be expected in such a genre and not a single moment is wasted this season with fast-paced plots that will keep eyes glued to the screen and jaws on the floor, pulling back the fans that had been left doubtful at the slow-paced ending to season 5.

3. Orange is the New Black

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A Netflix exclusive show launched in 2013, this year OITNB has been responsible for thousands of girls now questioning their sexuality due to the equally touching and messed up relationship of Alex Vause and Piper Chapman, although the best part by far of this show is that every single character is given a back story. Allegedly, one of the writers actually left her husband to start dating cast member Samira Wiley, better known as the adorable Poussey Washington. The second season launched the show into wider and higher acclaim.

2. How I Met Your Mother

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After 8 long years we finally met the mother and she was a pretty cool chick, but even more memorable than the mother herself was the finale of the show this year, which left many fans feeling duped and outraged by the revelation of the true character of ‘nice guy’ Ted. Although it may ultimately have been what we had hoped for all along, we have to question whether it could have been handled a little more sensitively as the writers attempt to bandage up the mess felt like more of a shot in the foot to loyal viewers.

1. Game of Thrones

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 How exactly does one summarise Game of Thrones? For me, two words come to mind: ‘Murder’ and ‘boobs’. Like the abusive lover that you just can’t walk away from no matter how much they break your heart, GoT has had a firm grip on us this year, along with rest of its’ ever-increasing fanbase. A show without a single dull moment, it hasn’t disappointed us yet and we eagerly await Season 5. I’d like to say more but I believe spoilers may be punishable by death.

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