Best TV Shows of the Decade (2000-2009): Top 10 for Teens

So many great TV series, so little time! Until now. Our TV editors have handpicked the decade's best TV shows (and the most memborable ones) for your teens -- the shows that challenged genres, inspired watercooler buzz, and made the small screen cool again. From comedy and drama to action and reality TV, it's all here. Go ahead: Relive some memories, and make some new ones.

Browse Best TV Shows of the Decade (2000-2009): Top 10 for Teens

  • Battlestar Galactica
    Exciting space drama has complex adult themes.
    14
     
  • Lost

    Excellent, sometimes scary drama for fearless families.

    14
     
  • The Office

    Workplace spoof is hilarious but filled with mature humor.

    14
     
  • 24

    A tense thriller for adults and mature teens.

    15
     
  • Alias

    Smart action drama with a strong female lead.

    14
     
  • Arrested Development

    Brilliant, innovative comedy for mature viewers.

    15
     
  • CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

    Science prevails in mature, long-running crime procedural.

    15
     
  • Veronica Mars
    Harriet the Spy meets Peyton Place; teens OK.
    15
     
  • Chappelle's Show

    Edgy, brilliant comedy that's best for adults.

    16
     
  • The Shield
    Thoughtful, mature cop show...with lots of blood.
    16
     

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