2024 Top 10 Outstanding TV Performances That Got Fans Raving

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2024 straight up served a platter of TV lineups and performances, that got fans talking. While some familiar faces came back with a bang, reminding you why you fell for them in the first place, many new faces popped up and delivered brilliant performances. From hard-hitting dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies, they nailed it all into making for a year of TV series people could not get enough of!

Yes, there were some big moments on the small screen this year, and it was these actors, both familiar and especially the newer ones, that brought their A-game, making you laugh, cry, and binge-watch these shows all night!

Manny Jacinto’s in The Acolyte

Manny Jacinto’s smooth transformation from an underplayed character to a complex antagonist, as Qimir in The Acolyte

took fans by shock. With this character switch and his playing it wonderfully with subtle expressions, sharp emotions, and stunning action sequences, he soon became one of the best roles in the series. Though Jacinto’s performance was a standout in the series, it was not enough to keep The Acolyte

from being booted

. Jacinto has left fans wanting more and eager to see more of him in future projects, after his role as Qimir.

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Stephen McKinley Henderson has had a great TV year

Stephen McKinley stood at the top for not one but two of his Netflix series performances. One was A Man on the Inside

, in which McKinley brought charm, depth, and loving warmth to the role of Calbert Graham. And the other one was The Madness

, which was just about a few months later. Here, he flipped and had to play an assertive role as Isaih alongside Colman Domingo

, which he did brilliantly, earning him more praise for his versatile acting.

Chloe Guidry’s standout role in Under the Bridge

In the gripping Hulu series, Under the Bridge

, Chloe Guidry, playing the complex role of Josephine, made for a memorable performance. Her acting added this level of depth and authenticity to the role that most actors struggle to do, even after being in the field for years. Guidry’s portrayal of Josephine came as a standout performance, especially with the ease with which she plays the character with a menacing presence that sends a positive chill. 

Marcello Hernández became an SNL rising star

Marcello Hernández joined the cast of Saturday Night Live

in season 48 as a young and only Latino member but was quick to make his mark on the famous show. Hernández brought his cheery energy and humor to the show. His performance of Domingo in the Bridesmaid Speech sketch went viral, especially on TikTok. His charm and versatile nature of work from SNL

to T-Mobile and even major league baseball have made him quite the talk of the town this year. 

Richard Kind’s 2024 TV appearances

2024 was the year Richard Kind gave it his all, showing his incredible versatile acting that cut across multiple TV outlets, delighting the audience in all of them. From his comedic performance as an announcer for John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in L.A.

on Netflix, to his thrilling performance in Only Murders in the Building

, on Hulu as a mysterious neighbor. He did not stop at that he appeared even on NBC’s third season of Night Court

as an oddball of a character. In all these roles, he never failed to bring his charm and witty humor, making him a popular name in television. 

Kathryn Hunter’s chilling performance as Lenny in Black Doves

Kathryn Hunter’s performance in Black Doves

became a career-defining moment for the TV star. Her acting as Lenny Lines, a crime boss who is commanding and menacing, took the spotlight in the show. In every scene, she played the character with this chilling stillness that gave Lenny a whole new level of power and complexity that was applauded by critics and loved by fans. Hunter’s work on Black Doves

is definitely worth a mention as it secures her as an outstanding actress who brings layers to the characters she plays. 

Cristin Milioti’s standout performance in The Penguin

Cristin Milioti brought her magic to the role of Sofia Falcone in HBO’s The Penguin

. Milioti is known for her versatility, from her previous roles across genres from How I Met Your Mother

to Made for Love

. However, it was the performance of Sofia Falcone in The Penguin

that stood out the most to fans, adding to her portfolio of brilliant TV performances with glowing reviews and love from fans. 

Hoa Xuande’s performance in The Sympathizer

 Hoa Xuande won everyone’s hearts through the Captain’s character on HBO in The

Sympathizer

. This standout series highlights Xuande’s performance in the depth he brings to the character. Critics highly appreciated his role as the Captain. Even Rolling Stone’s Alan Sepinwall had said that the show was “easy and interesting to follow because Hoa Xuande is so good in the lead role.”

Megan Stott’s captivating performance in Penelope

Megan Scott played the role of a young 16-year-old girl in the Netflix series Penelope

beautifully, with just her expression and physical movements as there were only little dialogue and few subplots in the story. This performance by Stott, even with minimal words to say, caught the attention of many and even made the series a must-watch of the year.

The way she kept the viewers engaged in this silent journey with her emotional acting shows her remarkable acting presence. 

Natasha Rothwell shines in How to Die Alone

Natasha Rothwell left everyone in awe of her performance as Mel in Hulu’s How to Die Alone

. Playing Mel, she was both funny and full of emotions, in this comedy-drama which was seen and appreciated by critics and fans alike. The depth she brought to this character, especially the emotional depth she brought to the show, could not be missed. 

These stars delivered emotion, charm, and raw energy that kept the TV shows running. As we bid bye to 2024, these performances deserve a shout-out! So, if you have not caught them yet, this would be the perfect time to do so!

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Who was your favorite TV star of 2024? Did they make this list? Let us know in the comments!

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