In many ways, the 2010s was a defining moment for television.

It was a decade that had many defining shows with beloved characters and tales.

Through it all, the Crawleys have to keep their composure and status in the British social hierarchy.

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It is one of thosespecial sitcoms where every character is interesting, and there are no weak links.

Better Call Saulwas an interesting series for the 2010s to take on.

In this case, it made Saul Goodman one of the mosttragic characters on TV.

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It was a perfect prequel toBreaking Badand, surprisingly, stands on its own.

to the small screen.

Theres relationship drama, guard misconduct, and complex backstories as to why the women are incarcerated.

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Sometimes, the backstories would even make viewers feel for the inmates; it was a very strange dichotomy.

The complex and interesting characters allowed viewers to experiencea prison drama unlike anything on television before.

Game of Throneswas a cultural phenomenon.

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It was a different, more ruthless and adult-oriented take on the fantasy genre.

Characters were beheaded, died in battle, or were even burned alive by dragon fire.

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