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20 Best TV Series Finales Ranked by IMDb Rating

Discover the top 20 TV show endings that stuck the landing, featuring legendary scores from classics like Breaking Bad to 2024-2025 hits like Bluey and Shogun.

20 Best TV Series Finales Ranked by IMDb Rating
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Breaking Bad: 'Felina'

Widely regarded as the gold standard of series finales, 'Felina' offers a masterclass in closure, resolving Walter White's saga.

2013
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Six Feet Under: 'Everyone's Waiting'

This heart-wrenching finale is famous for its concluding montage showing the future of every character, maintaining a near-perfect score.

2005
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Better Call Saul: 'Saul Gone'

A poetic and black-and-white conclusion to Jimmy McGill's transformation into Saul Goodman, earning praise for its emotional depth and restraint.

2022
4.

Bluey: 'The Sign'

A 2024 masterpiece that transcended its preschool demographic, 'The Sign' was celebrated for its profound take on change and family life.

2024
5.

The Clone Wars: 'Victory and Death'

The finale of the Star Wars animated epic brought the tragedy of Order 66 to life with staggering animation.

2020
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Succession: 'With Open Eyes'

The Roy family power struggle ended in a cold, brutal, and brilliantly acted finale that cemented its status among television's best.

2023
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Mr. Robot: 'Hello, Elliot'

A mind-bending psychological conclusion that recontextualized the entire series, rewarding fans with a staggering finish.

2019
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Avatar: The Last Airbender: 'Sozin's Comet'

The epic four-part finale concluded Aang's journey with some of the best action and character growth in television history.

2008
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The Americans: 'START'

A quiet but devastating finale that focused on the high personal cost of espionage, earning critical and fan acclaim.

2018
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Shōgun: 'A Dream of a Dream'

The 2024 limited series concluded its intricate political game with a stunningly beautiful and philosophically rich finale.

2024
11.

The Good Place: 'Whenever You're Ready'

Providing a definitive and surprisingly peaceful answer to what comes 'after,' this finale earned praise for its warmth and finality.

2020
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Chernobyl: 'Vichnaya Pamyat'

The final episode of this historical miniseries serves as a gripping courtroom drama about the cost of lies, holding a massive reputation.

2019
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BoJack Horseman: 'Nice While It Lasted'

Eshetwing a traditional 'happy' ending for something more honest and bittersweet, this finale remains a high-water mark for adult animation.

2020
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The Shield: 'Family Meeting'

Widely cited as one of the best crime drama endings, Vic Mackey’s fate is sealed in a cold, bureaucratic hell.

2008
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Dark: 'The Paradise'

The mind-bending German sci-fi series ended its cycle with a perfect narrative loop, securing acclaim for its complexity.

2020
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Heated Rivalry: 'I’ll Believe Everything'

A late 2025 surprise, this sports-romance finale reached a perfect reception upon debut, becoming the highest-rated episode of its year.

2025
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Spartacus: 'Victory'

The blood-soaked finale of the Starz series delivered an emotionally resonant and historically inevitable end.

2013
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Person of Interest: 'return 0'

The high-tech thriller ended on an incredibly high note, delivering a self-sacrificial finale that remains a fan favorite.

2016
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Dexter: Resurrection: 'The Code Revisited'

The 2025 sequel series finally gave fans the definitive ending they craved for years, surpassing the original show's controversial finishes.

2025
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The Bear: 'Forever'

Closing out the 2024 season with high-tension culinary artistry, the finale left audiences and critics stunned by its raw performance.

2024

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