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30 Rock
  A female TV writer tries to control the behind-the-scenes antics of a live, prime-time variety show and deals with interference from a new network bigwig.
Aliens in America
  A Pakistani Muslim exchange student adjusts to life and high school in a Wisconsin town with the help of a nerdy 16-year-old.
American Idol
  The smash reality series showcases wannabe pop stars competing for a record deal by crooning for three judges (including, most entertainingly, the acid-tongued Simon Cowell), who review a performer's talent (or lack thereof)
Chuck
 
Colbert Report
  `Daily Show' correspondent Stephen Colbert hosts this satirical news show, in which he tackles the issues of the day in his usual deadpan manner.
Daily Show
  Jon Stewart's hip, irreverent skewering of the news and pop culture elevated this already successful series to new comedic heights (and doubled its audience) after he took over for Craig Kilborn in 1999.
Desperate Housewives
  Following her suicide, Mary Alice Scott keeps tabs on friends and family she left behind on bucolic suburban Wisteria Lane. But this being a prime-time soap (if a tongue-in-cheek one), they all harbor a sordid secret or two.
Entourage
  A young movie star from Queens lives the good life in Hollywood surrounded by his boyhood pals, who shamelessly milk the actor's fame for all it's worth. Modeled on the starstruck experiences of coexecutive producer Mark Wahlberg.
Family Guy
  Nihilistic animated antics of the grousing Griffins, including dad Peter, who's stupid, lazy and nasty; mom Lois, who's none of the above; teenagers Meg and Chris; sassy baby Stewie, who's wise (and a wise guy) beyond his year; and family dog Brian.
Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends
  An 8-year-old boy named Mac and his imaginary friend Bloo share adventures.
Friday Night Lights
  The players and coach of a rural Texas high-school football team are followed in this drama, which is based on the 2004 film 'Friday Night Lights.'.
Gene Simmons Family Jewels
  A reality series following the life of the former rocker, his longtime love and their two children.
Grey's Anatomy
  Surgical residents fresh out of med school get on-the-job training at a Seattle teaching hospital in this medical drama.
Heroes
  This drama delves into the lives of ordinary people, from all over the world, who gain superpowers, including a young dreamer who believes he can fly.
How I Met Your Mother
  A man named Ted tells his kids how he met the love of his life, through flashbacks, 25 years in the future. The bored kids sit on the couch and listen as dad regales them with tales of his pursuit of romance.
Lost
  A breakout hit that reworks `Survivor' into addictive drama about stranded plane-crash survivors on a Pacific isle. These disparate, resilient souls are bedeviled by flashbacks to their pasts; ever-changing group dynamics; and a monstrous predator.
My Name Is Earl
  A petty crook sets out to make amends for his life in this quirky comedy created by Greg Garcia (`Yes, Dear').
Private Practice
  A 'Grey's Anatomy' spin-off focusing on neonatal surgeon Addison Forbes Montgomery, who has left Seattle Grace and moved to L.A., where she practices at the upscale Oceanside Wellness Clinic.
Pushing Daisies
  A man with the ability to bring the dead back to life uses his power to solve murder cases and to reconnect with his deceased childhood sweetheart.
Reaper
  A slacker becomes a reluctant bounty hunter for the devil after his soul is accidentally sold to Satan by his parents, and he tracks down evil escapees to return them to hell.
The Apprentice
  A kind of `Survivor' in pinstripes in which would-be business tycoons work for Donald Trump, who dismisses one at the end of each episode, and made the words `you're fired' a national catchphrase as the Manhattan-based series became a breakout hit.
The Office
  An NBC version of the hit British mocumentary about lackluster daily life at a paper-supply company, overseen by a clueless incompetent with an inflated self-image. His staff includes his arrogant, driven kiss-up assistant.
The Simpsons
  Creator Matt Groening selects his five favorite episodes to commemorate the series' 10th year on television.
Tim and Eric's Awesome Show
 
Ugly Betty
  A bright but ordinary-looking woman is a fish out of water working at a glitzy fashion magazine. Adapted from a Colombian telenovela.
24
  An exciting and edgy real-time action series about U.S. counterterrorist agent Jack Bauer trying to save his country from foreign and domestic enemies in the course of 24 grueling hours (with each hour a separate episode).
Alias
  A sexy, high-octane thrill ride filled with espionage, intrigue and cliffhangers. It chronicles the adventures of operative Sydney Bristow as she battles shadowy intelligence agencies, along with some seriously twisted family members.
Amazing Race: All-Stars
 
Boston Legal
  David E. Kelley's spin-off from `The Practice,' set at a high-priced Boston law firm, plays smartly on the chemistry between James Spader (as wry and wily lawyer Alan Shore) and William Shatner (as flamboyant, eccentric partner Denny Crane).
Dirt
 
Dog the Bounty Hunter
  A reality series follows bounty hunter Duane `Dog' Chapman and his wife and partner, Beth. Chapman first appeared on A&E in the reality series `Take This Job...'.
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
  Families get the home-repair treatment from a team of designers in this popular spin-off from the personal-makeover hit. Another offshoot, `How'd They Do That?' takes a closer look at the work done on each house.
Friday Night Smackdown!
 
Las Vegas
  A hit ensemble drama about the personal and work lives of hotel-casino employees, centering on the security-surveillance team, done in a flashy, fast-paced style that befits the glitzy setting.
Lost
  A breakout hit that reworks `Survivor' into addictive drama about stranded plane-crash survivors on a Pacific isle. These disparate, resilient souls are bedeviled by flashbacks to their pasts; ever-changing group dynamics; and a monstrous predator.
Medium
  Midseason hit about a crime-solving wife and mother of three who has visions and sees dead people. Inspired by real-life medium Allison DuBois.
NCIS
  A successful `JAG' spin-off about criminal cases involving Navy and Marine personnel, handled by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service.
Penn & Teller: Bull!
  The magicians set out to expose claims that, they say, exploit, deceive and mislead the public. For example, they wonder whether bottled water is really safer than what comes out of the faucet.
Prison Break
  A builder gets himself incarcerated to engineer the escape of his death-row brother, who was framed for killing the vice president's brother.
Shark
  A ruthless L.A. defense attorney becomes a prosecutor who tackles high-profile crimes and teaches a group of young lawyers his cutthroat strategies.
Smallville
  Superman's teen years as Clark Kent find him agonizing over his shy, uncertain persona while dealing with his evolving powers and an infatuation with classmate Lana Lang.
Stargate SG-1
  A military unit uses an ancient archway to travel the universe and battle alien parasites in this cult sci-fi adventure based on the 1994 film `Stargate.'.
Survivor: Fiji
 
The Sopranos
  A conflicted New Jersey crime boss seeks therapy to cope with mob and family pressures in this addictive, stunningly original drama, which can be chillingly violent, wrenchingly moving or darkly funny.
The Unit
 
Veronica Mars
  Mars is a feisty and fearless teen sleuth (with a PI father) who juggles an array of cases in the California seaside community of Neptune.
Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius
  Clever series based on the Oscar-nominated cartoon feature from 2001 about the whiz kid from Retroville who gets himself in and out of trouble by inventing far-out gadgets.
American Dad
  Cartoon antics from Seth MacFarlane (`The Family Guy') about a gung-ho CIA agent (voice of MacFarlane), and his suburban family, which includes a hippie teen daughter.
Animaniacs
  Wacky adventures of three Warners Bros. cartoon characters who finally escape from the studio lot, after being held there since the 1930s. An off-the-wall mix of cartoon shorts, musical numbers and comedy blackouts.
Aqua Teen Hunger Force
  Food items solve crimes by using super-powers. Detectives include a milkshake, a bag of fries and a meatball.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
  Animation about a fun-loving boy with special powers who awakens from a 100-year sleep to find the world at war and himself the only hope for peace.
Batman: The Animated Series
  A moody Caped Crusader defends Gotham City against the usual suspects in this animated series inspired by director Tim Burton's dark theatrical films. The show was renamed `The Adventures of Batman and Robin' for its final year.
Ben 10
 
Big Comfy Couch
  An oversized couch plays home to a cheerful clown named Loonette and her doll Molly. They play games and read stories along with other colorful, kid-friendly characters.
Bob the Builder
  Animation for preschoolers about a construction crew with a can-do attitude that tackles obstacles on and off the job. The colorful cast of characters in this British-produced cartoon includes Scoop (a scooper) and Muck (a dump truck).
Bobobo-Bo Bo-Bobo
  BoBoBo battles the Hair Patrol Posse.
Boondocks
  Animated adaptation of the satirical comic-strip series.
Camp Lazlo
  The zany adventures of a monkey and his pals at scout camp are chronicled in this eccentric animated series.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
  Children's writer Norman Bridwell's huge crimson canine and his human and animal friends come to animated life on happily diverse Birdwell Island, where good times and good friendships are always the order of the day.
Codename: Kids Next Door
  A group of eager 10-year-olds use sophisticated gizmos to deal with some mean adults.
Cowboy Bebop
 
Danny Phantom
  Animation about a teen who suddenly acquires powers (like being able to fly or become invisible) after his father's botched experiment.
Dora the Explorer
  Nickelodeon's first bilingual series follows the animated adventures of a 7-year-old Latina girl and her animal friends in a brightly colored world, where they unravel fun mysteries.
Doug
  An animated series about the antics and rich imagination of preteen Doug Funnie as he hangs out with his dog, Porkchop, and his friends. An outsider at school, Doug sometimes imagines himself as a superhero, Quailman, to boost his confidence.
Dragon Tales
  Siblings Max and Emmy discover a dragon in a secret drawer and embark on fantastic adventures that provide them with life lessons in this educational series for preschoolers produced by the Sesame Workshop.
Ed, Edd n Eddy
  Animated misadventures of three adolescent boys who live on the same suburban cul-de-sac. The trio consists of the husky Ed; Edd (`Double D' to his buds), a gadgeteer and schemer; and Eddy, the self-proclaimed leader of the group.
Family Guy
  Nihilistic animated antics of the grousing Griffins, including dad Peter, who's stupid, lazy and nasty; mom Lois, who's none of the above; teenagers Meg and Chris; sassy baby Stewie, who's wise (and a wise guy) beyond his year; and family dog Brian.
Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends
  An 8-year-old boy named Mac and his imaginary friend Bloo share adventures.
Futurama
  Sharply satiric animation about a man from 1999 who thaws out on the eve of the 31st century. An Emmy-winning work cocreated by Matt Groening (`The Simpsons').
Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy
  Two kids befriend death, in the form of the Grim Reaper.
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe
  This animated series follows the adventures of the heroic warrior He-Man in the land of Eternia, as he battles against the forces of evil, led by the sinister demon Skeletor.
Inspector Gadget
  Outfitted with high-tech gizmos, a bumbling gumshoe clashes with the fiendish Dr. Claw. Although his zeal for justice never wavered, Gadget's gadgets often did, and at the most inopportune times.
Inuyasha
  Anime adapation of the Japanese comic-book character.
Invader ZIM
  An inept alien spy poses as a grammar-school student to scout Earth for an invasion by planet Irk. ZIM's feckless efforts to gather information soon capture the attention of his nosy classmate Dib, a youngster who's obsessed with the paranormal.
Jay Jay the Jet Plane
  Adventures and lessons in growing up for preschoolers from a squadron of cute-as-a-button anthropomorphic airplanes (think of them as little planes that can).
Jetsons
  Hanna-Barbera's space-age counterpoint to their `Flintstones,' featuring George Jetson, wife Jane and their kids, Elroy and Judy. `The Jetsons' was memorable for (apart from a nifty theme song) goofy futuristic gadgets, such as a robot maid.
Justice League Unlimited
  Animated adventures of superheroes, including Superman, the Flash, Green Lantern, Batman, Wonder Woman, Martian Manhunter and Hawkgirl.
Kim Possible
  Growing up is more complicated than fighting crime for this high-flying teen action heroine, whose steely confidence when facing the bad guys is somewhat lacking in her dealings with family, friends and classmates.
King of the Hill
  Sharp cartoon comedy chronicling the trials of proud Texas propane salesman Hank Hill, his family and their ragtag neighbors. From Mike Judge, the mind behind MTV's `Beavis and Butt-head,' this one has heart where the other had guts.
Looney Tunes
  A repackaging of classic Warner Bros. cartoons featuring Bugs Bunny and his celebrated cohorts, including Daffy Duck, Porky Pig and Elmer Fudd.
Naruto
  Naruto trains to be a ninja while battling the demon within him.
One Piece
  Animated tales of a pirate searching for a legendary treasure.
Pokemon
  Animated phenomenon about 10-year-old Ash, who's on a quest to become the grand champion of Pokemon (pocket monsters), while he and his loyal friends do constant battle with the evil Team Rocket.
Powerpuff Girls
  A highly stylized, popular cartoon about a trio of little-girl crimefighters with great strength and the ability to fly. Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup are determined to keep the city of Townsville safe, with occasional help from Prof. Utonium.
Proud Family
  Animated tales of 14-year-old Penny Proud as she begins to assert her independence and experience the ups and downs of growing up, with guidance from her close-knit family.
Ren & Stimpy
  A hyperactive Chihuahua named Ren and his brainless cat pal, Stimpy, headlined this cartoon series on Nickelodeon. The duo's zany adventures were accompanied by gross-out humor and outlandish sight gags.
Robot Chicken
  Stop-motion sketch show taking satirical aim at celebrities and politics.
Samurai Jack
  Highly stylized cartoon about a great warrior who has been hurled into the future by an evil shape-shifting wizard called Aku and is trying to find a portal that will lead back to his own time.
Simpsons
  Matt Groening's subversive, animated satire about Springfield's hapless first family stumbling through life became a cult favorite soon after premiering on Fox in 1989.
South Park
  An animated adult series about four potty-mouthed, trash-talking grade schoolers living in a Colorado town. Rude, crude and seriously funny, it became an immediate hit after its Comedy Central debut in August 1997.
SpongeBob SquarePants
  A chipper sea sponge and his nautical neighbors make waves in the deep-sea city of Bikini Bottom in this clever and playful kiddie cartoon aimed at preschoolers. SpongeBob's acquaintances include goofy startfish Patrick.
Star Wars: Clone Wars---`The Epic Micro Series'
  Animation featuring Anakin Skywalker and the Jedi Knights against the Separatists led by Count Dooku. This `micro series' picks up where the feature film `Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones' left off.
Teen Titans
  Five teen superheroes led by Robin the Boy Wonder team up to protect Earth from a new generation of villains. His partners are Starfire, an alien who can fly; Cyborg, a half-human, half-robot with great strength.
The Flintstones
  Adaptation of the '60s cartoon series about a modern Stone Age family.
Venture Brothers
  Animation about a renowned scientist and his two sons being pursued by various villains.
Xiaolin Showdown
  Animated tales of a martial-arts monk who leads a team of warriors-in-training in search of sacred objects.
Yu-Gi-Oh!
  The life of a game-playing teen named Yugi changes after he solves an ancient Egyptian puzzle in this cartoon. `Yu-Gi-Oh' means `king of games' in Japanese.
Yu-Gi-Oh! GX
  The life of a game-playing teen named Yugi changes after he solves an ancient Egyptian puzzle in this cartoon. `Yu-Gi-Oh' means `king of games' in Japanese.
American Dragon: Jake Long
  Animation about a street-smart 13-year-old who lives a secret life as a superhero. New Yorker Jake Long is determined to live up to the responsibilities that come with being able to transform himself into a fire-breathing dragon.
Are You Afraid of the Dark?
  Popular series about young members of the Midnight Society who gather to tell eerie tales.
Arthur
  Popular animated series about a young aardvark, his family and friends. Based on the books by Marc Brown.
Bananas in Pajamas
  A live-action children's series featuring the Banana Twins, B1 and B2, and their friends, the Teddies and Rat-in-a-Hat. The series started in Australia and was based on a hit song.
Barney & Friends
  Preschoolers are among those who made this 6-foot purple dinosaur a beloved character (and toy icon). Barney helped the youngsters learn songs and ways to get along.
Beakman's World
  A zany scientist teaches kids the principles of science and nature through experiments. Based on the Jok Church comic strip `You Can with Beakman & Jax.'.
Bear in the Big Blue House
  A playful, curious bear hosts this entertaining series for preschoolers that encourages them to learn through exploration.
Blue's Clues
  A live-action host and his animated blue puppy help kids use visual clues to solve puzzles in a delightful educational series for preschoolers. A series of five specials called `Blue's Room' began airing in 2004 as a spin-off from `Blue's Clues.'.
Caillou
  Caillou is an inquisitive 4-year-old who's constantly finding new things in the world around him. That's the premise of this Canadian series, which is aimed at kids ages 2 to 6 and boasts a pleasant, soft-edged watercolor style of animation.
Carmen Sandiego
  A game show for kids that uses geography to track down Carmen Sandiego.
Dragon Tales
  Siblings Max and Emmy discover a dragon in a secret drawer and embark on fantastic adventures that provide them with life lessons in this educational series for preschoolers produced by the Sesame Workshop.
Dragonfly TV
  Curious kids search for answers to their science questions through experiments and investigations in a fast-paced format aimed at 9 to 12-year-olds. The series was developed by the producers of `Newton's Apple.'.
Flight 29 Down
  A group of teens are stranded on a tropical island after their plane crashes.
Fraggle Rock
  Cartoon version of Jim Henson's beloved puppet series about the carefree creatures called Fraggles, who live underground.
Goosebumps
  Distinguished horror anthology series based on the kid-lit bestsellers by R.L. Stine. Installments deal with phantoms in the school auditorium, a time-altering cuckoo clock, a nightmarish kids camp, mummies dearest and more.
LazyTown
  An athletic superhero and a lazy villain battle in a strange and wonderful village. This upbeat series promoting physical activity is the brainchild of two-time European aerobics champion Magnus Scheving.
Legends of the Hidden Temple
  A history-based quiz show for kids in which teams face both mental and physical challenges (first, they have to cross a moat) in order to enter a `Maya temple,' where prizes await. The series won a CableAce Award in 1995.
Magic School Bus
  An enchanted vehicle takes kids on unusual trips to learn about science and nature. Based on books written by Joanna Cole and illustrated by Bruce Degen.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
  CG animation featuring Mickey Mouse and his pals in stories designed to teach basic math skills, such as problem-solving, adding and matching.
Muppets Tonight
  A 'Muppet Show' for the '90s features the antics of Kermit the Frog, Rasta musician Clifford and their fuzzy, furry friends as they operate KMUP-TV. Brian Henson updated his father's classic series and served as one of the executive producers.
Pee-wee's Playhouse
  Zany fun with hyper, nerdy Pee-wee Herman, who presented animated shorts and live-action sketches featuring a cast of whimsical characters. Although the Emmy-winning show was aimed at kids, it attracted nearly as many adults.
Proud Family
  Animated tales of 14-year-old Penny Proud as she begins to assert her independence and experience the ups and downs of growing up, with guidance from her close-knit family.
Reading Rainbow
  A long-running series that tries to instill the joy of reading in children (the target age is 4-8). It has succeeded, as its Peabody and numerous Emmys and Parent's Choice awards attest.
Sesame Street
  A landmark series set in an ethnically diverse urban neighborhood where every day is a sunny one. It features songs, skits, animation and, of course, Muppets to teach preschoolers basic educational and social concepts.
SpongeBob SquarePants
  A chipper sea sponge and his nautical neighbors make waves in the deep-sea city of Bikini Bottom in this clever and playful kiddie cartoon aimed at preschoolers. SpongeBob's acquaintances include goofy startfish Patrick.
Teletubbies
  A portly quartet of playful creatures who live and learn in Teletubbyland is the focus of this live-action program developed by former teacher Anne Wood for younger children.
Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends
 
Wiggles
  Entertaining and educational music numbers are performed by a quartet from Australia. There are also sketches featuring costumed characters and cartoons offering life lessons.