The 2020s have been a fantastic era for the emergence of remarkable series across all genres. In the past six years, alongside comedy series like Abbott Elementary and Mythic Quest, romantic productions such as Bridgerton and Heated Rivalry, as well as horror series like Midnight Mass and From, have captivated audiences. However, during this period, many outstanding drama series have also been presented to viewers, standing out with their emotional depth and surprise-filled storylines.

These series are notable for their complex and multi-dimensional characters, heart-wrenching emotional peaks, and some of the most creative episodes in television history. In this article, we rank the eight best drama series of the 2020s. Notably, David Nicholls' 2009 novel One Day was adapted into a film in 2011 and is set to become a limited series in 2024. The series follows the friendship and romantic bond between Emma Morley (Ambika Mod) and Dexter Mayhew (Leo Woodall) over 14 years, meeting every July 15.

One Day is an elegant and calm drama series built on emotional intensity. There is a distinct love between Dexter and Emma, but their relationship constantly faces obstacles such as miscommunication, other people, and their ability to hurt each other. This series offers a remarkable romantic drama experience by carefully approaching its characters as individuals and as a couple.

On the other hand, James Clavell's 1975 historical fiction novel Shōgun is set in Osaka, Japan, in 1600. Following the death of Taikō (Yukijiô Hotaro), members of the Regents Council struggle for power and control. Lord Yoshi Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada) is involved in this struggle alongside English sailor John Blackthorne (Cosmo Jarvis) and his translator Toda Mariko (Anna Sawai). Shōgun is a complex and well-written drama that tackles a historical period through a fictional lens.