TV Shows Starting with "A": Curated List by Genre & Era

There are hundreds of TV series starting with "A." Here are notable picks categorized to help you find what you're looking for:

Drama & Prestige

• The Americans (2013–2018) – Cold War spy thriller.
• Atlanta (2016–2022) – Surreal comedy-drama by Donald Glover.
• Alias (2001–2006) – J.J. Abrams action-spy series.
• American Horror Story (2011–Present) – Anthology horror.

Comedy

• Arrested Development (2003–2019) – Cult classic dysfunctional family sitcom.
• Abbott Elementary (2021–Present) – Workplace mockumentary.
• Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005–Present) – Long-running dark comedy.
• Archer (2009–Present) – Animated spy parody.

Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Animation

• Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005–2008) – Animated masterpiece.
• Altered Carbon (2018–2020) – Cyberpunk noir.
• The Animaniacs (1993–1998 / 2020–2023) – Variety sketch comedy.
• Adventure Time (2010–2018) – Surreal fantasy adventure.

Reality / Documentary / Crime

• Ancient Aliens (2009–Present) – Pseudo-history documentary.
• American Idol (2002–Present) – Singing competition.
• Autopsy / American Justice – True crime classics.

Classic / Older Gems

• The Andy Griffith Show (1960–1968)
• The Addams Family (1964–1966)
• Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955–1962)

Tip: If you have a specific genre, decade, or network in mind, narrow your search there (e.g., "Anime starting with A" → Attack on Titan, Fullmetal Alchemist, Death Note).