Like we've already said, there are many more favorites lists on the way, so for the sake of repetition, we've scaled some of these back to make these more fun. 

As always, these lists are in no particular order. 

To qualify, a show that began in another decade had to be airing during the decade, run a larger number of seasons from 2010 through 2019 if it started before 2010 or run the entire decade. Here we go!

Elite – Netflix (2018-Present)

Elite has a little bit of everything. It’s a show that has love, mystery, murder, and teenage drama all mixed together. And the combination provides us with a show that’s been a blast thus far.

The subject matter is heavy at times, but isn’t that real-life nowadays? In the age of binge-watching, Elite has been a binge-worthy treat over its first two seasons and shows no signs of slowing down.

Pretty Little Liars – Freeform (2010-2017)

In its prime, Pretty Little Liars was a force to be reckoned with. Even though many argue that it dragged itself out too long and lost steam at the end, there is no denying that Pretty Little Liars is one of the most iconic teen shows of the decade.

Pretty Little Liars started with two solid mysteries: Who is the mysterious “A” and who “killed” Alison Dilaurentis? As the show progressed, the mysteries are solved, and new mysteries took their place.

At its heart, though, the real star of the show was the friendship between the Liars. The more trauma the girls went through together, the stronger their bonds got, and that is what kept fans watching.

Daybreak – Netflix (2019)

Who knew that The Walking Dead meets Mean Girls could create such a fantastic TV show? Daybreak may have snuck in at the end, but that doesn’t take away from the fact that it is one of the best teen-oriented shows of this decade.

Focusing on the aftermath of an apocalyptic event that turned the adults of the world into zombies, leaving the kids to run the show, Daybreak is not a zombie show with teens, it is a teen show with zombies.

The show takes on highschool stereotypes and heightens them to new levels. The show is extremely self-aware, and that is what allows it to be so successful. The writers aren’t afraid to take shots at their protagonist, Josh, and show how flawed he is, but aren’t we all?

Switched at Birth – ABC Family/Freeform (2011-2017)

Being a teenager is hard enough, but Bay and Daphne discovered right in the middle of their most tortured teen years that they had been switched at birth.

Bay’s wealthy upbringing with the Kennishes was nothing like Daphne’s with the Vasquezes, and the merging of their two families featured hard-won lessons for both.

Both girls discovered their heritage was nothing that they expected, and the Kennishes learned to deal with Daphne’s deafness.

But there was more love than ever to go around, and they learned that they’d never give up the lives they led before learning of the switch on Switched at Birth Season 3 Episode 22, a moving hour titled, “Yuletide Fortune Tellers.”

One Tree Hill – The WB/The CW (2003-2012)

Before The CW offered only supernatural and superhero dramas, they prided themselves on angsty teen dramas.

One Tree Hill was a beloved, albeit ridiculous, teen series that could have labeled Dawson’s Creek its predecessor. Before venturing into absurd and laughable plot lines closer to One Tree Hill Season 5, the series focused on a feud between two half-brothers, Lucas and Nathan Scott, who both found themselves in the same school, on the same basketball team, and in love with the same girl.

As the coming-of-age show progressed, the brothers formed a bond, love-triangles were aplenty, the characters became your best friends, the music became the soundtrack to your developmental years, and to this day, you probably find yourself quoting lines from the show.

Many of us grew up with series, learning valuable lessons from the character’s mistakes. And many of us even learned the world was full of people like Dan Scott. Maybe the plot lines weren’t as outlandish as we thought?

Wait, no, this is the same show that gave us Nanny Carrie.

Marvel’s Runaways – Hulu (2017-2019)

While the MCU has spanned many different forms of media, one of their best creations was Marvel’s Runaways.

It was the first show within the MCU that was geared towards teens while also still being centered around superheroes. There were the melodramatic storylines that any good teen show has and relationships that take the internet by storm.

But, of course, there was always a villain that the teens had to defeat. Marvel’s Runaways was the perfect mix of teen drama and superhero and coming-of-age, and it will surely be missed.

Looking for Alaska – Hulu (2019)

Looking for Alaska, from the people who brought us The OC and Gossip Girl, was surprisingly grounded when compared to those two shows.

It was a faithful adaptation of the novel of the same name and successfully warmed up my cold dead heart. Let’s hope there won’t be a second season because the first was perfection.

Riverdale – The CW (2017- Present)

It’s true that Riverdale is batshit crazy and that the characters are so far out of the realm of realistic depictions of teenagers that it’s hilarious. However, it is still one of the greatest teen-oriented shows the decade has provided us, and it’s still going strong.

The CW series inspired by the Archie comics was an instant hit and remains so. Following the core-four of Jughead, Betty, Veronica, and of course, Archie, on some super crazy adventures throughout a small little town called Riverdale, will have you glued to the screen every week.

It’s dark, sexy, crazy, with some of the best cast members, including iconic teen actors of yesteryear starring as parents of our current breed.

We will never forget the late Luke Perry, for example, and his influence on the series. It’s a series that knows how insane it is, and that makes it all the more appealing.

On My Block – Netflix (2018-Present)

It’s a coming of age series about a group of Latinx, Afro-Latinx, and black youth growing up in a crime and gang riddled neighborhood and everything that it entails.

It’s a very classic and retro type of series, humorous, and relatable with fun, intriguing characters. But no other series focused on youth has beautifully captured elements of trauma, PTSD, and the complexities of gang life on a neighborhood and the youth.

It also subverts toxic masculinity at every time showing men and young boys who are just as warm as they are taught, men and boys who cry and are vulnerable and not afraid to express their love for each other.

It beautifully captures friendships and familial ties in an authentic and heartwarming way, all while being as thrilling and emotional as it is funny.

The Lying Game – Freeform (2011-2013)

Loosely based on a book series by Sara Shepard, this series followed two teens who didn't know they were twins. It took a classic concept of secret twins from different walks of life (one a kind-hearted foster kid and the other a spoiled brat from a wealthy family) with two totally different personality types and had them switch places.

It tossed in a heaping dose of murder, sex, secrets, and resulted in a soapy, teen drama filled with intrigue and dropping revelations. This series was driven by relationships, both romantic and familial. Nobody was a straight-up villain, and it was hard to know what to expect.

The series really did not follow the books at all, which made its cancelation on a cliffhanger all the more tragic as we will never know who the killer was or how the story was supposed to end.

We do know that, as tumultuous as their relationship was, as much as they were competitive and resentful and in love with the same guy, Sutton and Emma loved each other and were better for having met.

Awkward – MTV (2011-2016)

Teen life is awkward AF. Between the missteps of dating life and embarrassing yourself in high school, no better show captured that feeling than MTV’s Awkward.

Focusing on the dynamics between social outcast Jenna and her friends/romances/enemies, Awkward unabashedly owned its self-deprecating tone.

These teens exuded sarcasm and dropped some of the best one-liners that still live on in GIF infamy. If you haven’t watched it yet, start binge-watching it now. As Sadie would say, “You’re welcome!”

The Carrie Diaries – The CW (2013-2014)

Have you ever wondered how Carrie Bradshaw’s life was like before she moved permanently to New York City?

The Carrie Diaries explored the sex writer’s early past as an ‘80s teen balancing her life in high school and her aspirations of working in the city.

While some Sex and The City fans didn’t like that the character was based on the “Carrie” in the book series as compared to the HBO TV series, this new teen Carrie still had all the heart, fashion sense, and dating troubles that made us fall in love with her in the first place.

The Carrie Diaries was a beautifully genuine series that highlighted her close friendships, the love between her family, and a few familiar characters popping up along the way, like the charismatic Samantha Jones.

Shake It Up – Disney Channel (2010-2013)

Whether you were a teen or a pre-teen, Shake It Up was the show you wish you could be on.

Seriously, who wouldn’t want to be dancing on a popular teen series? Shake It Up followed Rocky and CeCe as they got hired on as dancers in a local music and dance show.

The series had plenty of laughs, comedic plots, and amazing dance numbers that showcased the talents of its young cast. As with many Disney Channel shows, the series was the launching pad for some memorable names today, like Zendaya and Bella Thorne.

Faking It – MTV (2014-2016)

Faking It was one of MTV’s underrated gems that should’ve lasted longer than it did.

The series first focused on the lie of Karma and Amy being in a relationship together for high school popularity. but Faking It soon developed into a series that discussed many social issues, like same-sex relationships, gender stereotypes, being intersex, and high school politics.

It balanced both in-your-face humor and serious discussions. Faking It had a lot of heart … and the scene of Amy revealing her love for Karma and getting rejected is still a heartbreaking moment to this day!

Shadowhunters – Freeform (2016-2019)

Shadowhunters is the show that got better and better with each season!

Sure, Shadowhunters Season 1 had a few bumps stylistically, but once Shadowhunters Season 2 hit, the series rose like a phoenix into becoming one of the best teen series during the decade.

Inspired by the book series, Shadowhunters centered on Clary Fairchild as she discovered that she was a Shadowhunter and secretly part of a supernatural world.

The series had plenty of action, intrigue, and drama between the characters as they fought against evil. With great romances to ship (#Malec) and a stellar cast/plot, Shadowhunters fostered a devoted fandom that connected to the lives of the characters.

What's your favorite teen-oriented series? If yours didn't make the list, be sure to hit the comments with your choice!

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Cindy Miguens is the hand and artistic mastermind behind the Makeup Department for Fresh Off the Boat.

During her 25 years as a TV makeup artist her most notable TV shows include Pretty Little Liars, Faking It, Famous In Love, The OC, and many more. 

She initially joined the industry after receiving her Cosmetology license and decided to move to Los Angeles to work with big names and big faces.

She received training under Joe Blasco from the Joe Blasco School, one of the most renowned and prestigious makeup artists in the industry. 

It's a hard industry and the path to success is through connections and who you know.

Miguens said the person who gave her her first job is now a coworker on Fresh Off the Boat. Things truly come around full circle.

Her work on Fresh Off the Boat primarily pertains to Constance Wu and Randall Park. When creating Jessica Huang's character she specifically tries to "stay true to the 90s look" as the show is based in the '90s.

Jessica's character is a housewife who dabbles in her kids' school, realty, and eventually seeks to become a school administrator.

To match this, Miguens puts Wu in a brown smokey eye and plum lip, something very reminiscent of the 90s makeup trend and what makes Wu feel the most comfortable. 

Miguens described Wu as "very respectful, sweet, and very professional" saying she is more wonderful in person than her character is portrayed on the show. 

Wu's makeup routine is done in a speedy 30 minutes. So, to all you makeup gurus, it is possible to look flawless in a short amount of time.

Miguens attributed the speedy routine to the help of lash extensions which cuts down the amount of time dedicated to lash curling, mascara application, and all the tedious extra work. 

While Randall Park's makeup takes only about 20 minutes and most of the makeup routine is dedicated to covering up his tattoos. You heard it here folks!

Park has the names of his daughter and wife on his arm.

A sweet sentiment, but one that doesn't fit with Louis Huang's character. It's easy to forget that makeup isn't entirely about the face, but also includes body makeup as well. 

We're used to hearing of the long 12+ hour workdays actors put in, but oftentimes we forget about the makeup artists, costume designers, and behind the scenes agents who also put in the time to create the sets and characters we're so used to seeing come together effortlessly on-screen. 

The true magic behind these huge productions. 

A typical day, Miguens revealed, starts around 5 am and ends around 7 pm.

She said there's hardly any downtime to sit around, between getting characters ready for the next scene and quick touch-ups.

But when there is a rare moment to breathe, it's usually dedicated to paying bills and other necessary chores, nothing too glamorous. 

It's very much an environment dedicated to professionalism in order to create smooth transitions. 

Miguens expressed that an actor's personality is the element that makes the makeup process either easy or difficult. As long as the actor trusts in the makeup artist's abilities, then it's an easy flow. 

Her favorite actor to work with has been Janel Parrish, Mona Vanderwaal from Pretty Little Liars. 

She stated, "I love when people are just into looking how they're supposed to look for the character. I do what the director wants, what the producer wants, and then also what the actor wants, but mainly I have to please the Network."

Although makeup is an artistic process and one that allows the artists to be creative, they are still working for a Network and must stay within the guidelines that the Network envisions. 

As for what's next for Miguens following the sad adieu after Fresh Off the Boat Season 6, she does not know.

Currently, her agent is knocking on doors looking for her next gig. 

Longevity is the key and most desirable outcome for anyone in the industry, so she hopes to work with a show that can offer her a stable future.

Her dream would be to work with a period piece.

Specifically set in the '70s in which she was raised because, in her words, "The '70s is cool, man."

Makeup is what she loves, and she expressed how grateful she is to have found something she loves to do.

In her eyes, that's the most important thing in life, "to just find what you love."

She mentioned the possibility of a spin-off for Fresh Off the Boat, following the story of an Indian family that will be introduced in the coming episodes. 

Preity Zinta and Vir Das are set to star in the spin-off. Both of whom are well-known actors in the Bollywood scene. 

One of the writers for Fresh Off the Boat, Rachna Fruchbom, will be writing the spin-off. So if you're a fan of Fresh Off the Boat you know you'll love the spin-off as well. 

Miguens' notes if you haven't seen the most recent Christmas episode of Fresh Off the Boat you really should.

The makeup for the episode is especially intricate hailing from the Victorian Era. If you haven't seen it, don't forget you can always watch Fresh Off the Boat online here via TV Fanatic. 

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But what about all of the new shows introduced in 2014 well deserving of their chance in the limelight? 

The TV Fanatic staff has weighed in and we found a whopping 20 new shows we believe you should check out.

Our list covers a wide range of estimable programming including NBC's franchise procedural Chicago PD… Amazon original Transparent… The CW Jane the Virgin… Bravo's new dramedy Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce… HBO's stellar anthology True Detective… and the latest edition to Shonda Thursday, ABC's How to Get Away with Murder.

We are absolutely certain you'll agree with our choices and you can let us know by taking our poll and/or sharing a comment. Flip through the slideshow now and weigh in!

The Best of 2014: Best New Show

Open List

What's the Best New Show of 2014?

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According to Entertainment Weekly, the Emmy-nominated Orange is the New Black star will portray a character named Margot on an episode of Faking It this fall.

Margot is a Hester High alum and the director of the school’s elite drama club.

Look for Margot to expect a lot from her charges and to put these hopefuls through a series of intense exercises designed to strip them down to their cores.

Along with Orange is the New Black Season 3, Cox will also soon guest-star on Bravo’s new series Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce.

Faking It returns September 23 at 10:30 p.m. on MTV.

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The lying characters at the center of Faking It will return for Season 2, MTV announced today in a statement.

The series, which concludes Season 1 tomorrow night at 10:30/9:30c, centers on a pair of high school students who pretend to be lesbians in order to boost their social status.

"Faking It has proved to be the perfect companion show to Awkward, retaining nearly 90 percent of its lead in each week,” MTV Programming President Susanne Daniels said. “We’re excited about Carter Covington’s delicious plans for season two."

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The coming out party didn't waste any time, either, as Amy came out to her mom on the local news. 

All of the significant milestones are happening pretty quickly, as is Karma's continuing infatuation with Liam. She wants to get with him, but she wants to save herself until he truly falls in love with him.

Most of the time, though, it only comes across as a way to get Amy closer to Karma. Liam, meanwhile, is trying to fulfill his own cliche of sleeping with a lesbian. Karma drops the line specifically for him no less.

Amy's friendship with Karma, and her continuing feelings for her, were the highlight of the installment. Amy's questioning and wondering added so much needed authenticity; and without it the show would be completely two-dimensional and wooden. 

Lauren is still a walking stereotype; she blackmailed Amy into a bigger room here. Obviously she's necessary for conflict, but as the series does progress, Lauren having some actual flaws instead of relying on tired stereotypes is necessary.

Without some detail to her, there's very little for Lauren to add to the conversation. 

At least Shane is beginning to be a go to friend for Amy since Karma's interests are solely with Liam and popularity right now.

Are you glad Amy and Karma are now "out?"

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Amy's Mom will cover the homecoming queens for the local news, and Amy tries to stop it. Liam and Karma Amy "comes out" to her mother.

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Thankfully, as Faking It Season 1 Episode 1 points out, there is life past the phony relationship. It's just a matter of getting to that point first – but with both sides "un-outing" themselves in the premiere, the timeline can't be very long. 

Credit where it is due for at least having one of the characters question her own sexuality. Amy and Karma both being straight would be fine, but with Amy at least being taken aback when she realizes she feels something in her kiss with Karma shows real promise that Faking It, won't well, be faking it forever.

It's a good opportunity to explore. 

Amy's feelings for Karma is a subtext woven throughout the show in various moments of gaydar pings by Shane and relationship issues with Karma.

Mostly, this installment centers on the friendship between Amy and Karma and the various ways they try to help each other. Amy, particularly, is willing to go along with the entire ruse to make Karma happy.  

It could be an interesting twist for Amy to stop pretending to be gay and suddenly be pretending to be straight. 

The supporting characters of Shane and Liam are pretty one note at the moment. Liam, particularly, is just about finding the right buddy for the night and his general ideas of women in general are rather sad considering how progressive the show is trying to be.

Lauren, meanwhile, is mostly sticking with her stereotypes and nothing else. 

Faking It uses its premiere to set up the friendship between Amy and Karma and the crazy scheme they've gotten themselves into, but as the season progresses, the series is going to live and die by its cast.

Liam, Shane, and Lauren all need to begin to be fleshed out to make any real dent in MTV's comedy slate – and bringing some of the adults into the stories wouldn't be such a bad idea either. 

What did you think of Faking It's premiere? Grade it!

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