5) The O.C.
The wife got me into it while watching reruns on the Soap channel. We eventually watched the entire show on Netflix. Truly a great show from start to finish with intriguing characters and story lines.
4) The Office
Definitely one of my favorite shows of all time. It also took place near my hometown of Scranton, Pa. I loved seeing all the references to the area.
3) LOST
I hated the last few seasons, but the first two seasons are probably the best thing I've ever watched on television. I hated the ending, but on a whole a great series.
2) Survivor
I'm a survivor fanatic. I've watched every season from the beginning.
1) The Wire
I don't think I will ever find another tv show as compelling as The Wire. Definitely one of the most gripping shows I've ever watched. I wish they would reboot it in a new city for another series.
Honorable Mention:
Dexter
I love Dexter, I'm anxious to see how it ends. If there is an over the top ending, it will probably crack my top 5.
Re: Top 5 (TV shows)
2. 24
3. Chappelle's Show
4. Parks and Rec
5. Dark Shadows (Original series)
How I Met Your Mother
Modern Family
Raising Hope
River Monsters
No real order, I usually end up watching what ever my wife likes at night.
Game of Thrones
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Louie
Sherlock
Arrested Development
Legacy:
The Sopranos
The Simpsons
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
30 Rock
Six Feet Under
Breaking Bad
How I Met Your Mother
Big Bang Theory
Modern Family
Big Bang Theory
How I Met Your Mother
NCIS
Jeopardy!
Many shows I catch if on, but those above are the ones I record or make a point to watch.
Legacy:
The West Wing (not for the ideological stance necessarily, but it was well written)