20 TV Shows to Watch If You’re a Leo

Big personalities and bold stakes make great TV, and this list brings together shows where power, leadership, fame, and ambition drive the story. You get dynasties that fight for control, prodigies who master their craft, and icons who command every room they enter. It is a lineup packed with main characters who step into the spotlight and refuse to back down.

Each pick comes with a quick sense of the plot along with cast and crew details so you can decide what to queue up next. You will find dramas about money and politics, music and fashion, crime and courts, and even a few that mix dark humor with razor sharp writing. Dive in and find the stories that match your fire sign energy.

‘Succession’ (2018–2023)

The series follows the Roy family as siblings Kendall, Shiv, and Roman maneuver for control of Waystar Royco while their father Logan holds the reins of the global media conglomerate. The cast features Brian Cox, Jeremy Strong, Sarah Snook, Kieran Culkin, Alan Ruck, and Matthew Macfadyen in central roles.
Created by Jesse Armstrong for HBO, the show’s pilot was directed by Adam McKay and the score is composed by Nicholas Britell. It runs four seasons with 39 episodes and is produced by HBO with executive producers including Frank Rich and Kevin Messick.

‘Scandal’ (2012–2018)

This political thriller centers on Olivia Pope, a crisis manager who leads a firm that handles the problems of Washington power players while balancing a complicated relationship with President Fitzgerald Grant. The ensemble includes Kerry Washington, Tony Goldwyn, Bellamy Young, Joshua Malina, Jeff Perry, Guillermo Diaz, Katie Lowes, and Scott Foley.
Created by Shonda Rhimes for ABC and produced by Shondaland, the series spans seven seasons and 124 episodes. Directors and writers from the Shondaland stable guide the fast moving arcs, and the production teams deliver a mix of legal, media, and White House storylines.

‘How to Get Away with Murder’ (2014–2020)

Law professor and defense attorney Annalise Keating leads a group of students who become entangled in murders that connect to her high profile cases and personal life. The cast includes Viola Davis, Jack Falahee, Aja Naomi King, Alfred Enoch, Matt McGorry, Charlie Weber, Liza Weil, and Conrad Ricamora.
Created by Peter Nowalk and executive produced by Shonda Rhimes for ABC, the series runs six seasons with 90 episodes. It is produced by Shondaland and ABC Studios and uses a case of the week structure that ties into long running mysteries crafted by the writers room.

‘Killing Eve’ (2018–2022)

An intelligence analyst becomes obsessed with tracking a skilled assassin known as Villanelle, creating a cat and mouse chase that shifts across Europe. Sandra Oh plays Eve Polastri and Jodie Comer plays Villanelle, with supporting turns from Fiona Shaw and Kim Bodnia.
Developed for television by Phoebe Waller Bridge from the Villanelle novels by Luke Jennings, the show is produced by Sid Gentle Films. It aired on BBC America and AMC, spans four seasons with 32 episodes, and features season head writers including Emerald Fennell, Suzanne Heathcote, and Laura Neal.

‘Game of Thrones’ (2011–2019)

Rival houses vie for the Iron Throne while threats rise beyond the Wall and across the Narrow Sea, weaving politics, war, and dragons into an expansive fantasy saga. The core cast includes Emilia Clarke, Kit Harington, Peter Dinklage, Lena Headey, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Sophie Turner, and Maisie Williams.
Created for HBO by David Benioff and D B Weiss from the novels by George R R Martin, the series was filmed in locations including Northern Ireland, Croatia, and Spain. It runs eight seasons with 73 episodes, features music by Ramin Djawadi, and is produced by HBO with a large international crew.

‘The Crown’ (2016–2023)

This drama follows the life of Queen Elizabeth II and the shifting roles within the royal family, with different actors portraying the monarch across major eras. The cast includes Claire Foy, Olivia Colman, and Imelda Staunton as the Queen, with Matt Smith, Tobias Menzies, and Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip and supporting performances from Vanessa Kirby, Helena Bonham Carter, and Lesley Manville.
Created by Peter Morgan for Netflix and produced by Left Bank Pictures and Sony Pictures Television, the series runs six seasons with 60 episodes. Production emphasizes period detail with large scale sets and costumes, and the writing team adapts historical events into character focused episodes.

‘Breaking Bad’ (2008–2013)

A high school chemistry teacher turns to manufacturing methamphetamine with a former student, drawing his family and rivals into a criminal enterprise that intensifies over time. The cast is led by Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul with Anna Gunn, Dean Norris, Betsy Brandt, RJ Mitte, Jonathan Banks, and Bob Odenkirk.
Created by Vince Gilligan for AMC, the series spans five seasons and 62 episodes and is produced by High Bridge Productions and Sony Pictures Television. It features tightly plotted arcs, Albuquerque locations, and cinematography that became a signature for the franchise that later expanded with the spin off ‘Better Call Saul’.

‘Mad Men’ (2007–2015)

Set in the world of advertising, the story tracks creative director Don Draper and his colleagues as they navigate clients, competition, and personal lives inside a growing agency. Jon Hamm leads the cast with Elisabeth Moss, January Jones, Christina Hendricks, John Slattery, Vincent Kartheiser, and Kiernan Shipka.
Created by Matthew Weiner for AMC and produced by Lionsgate Television, the series runs seven seasons with 92 episodes. The writers room focuses on workplace and identity arcs, and the production achieves meticulous period design with an emphasis on office dynamics and client campaigns.

‘Billions’ (2016–2023)

A U S Attorney and a hedge fund titan face off through investigations, deals, and shifting alliances in New York’s financial world. Paul Giamatti and Damian Lewis lead the cast with Maggie Siff, Asia Kate Dillon, David Costabile, Condola Rashad, and Corey Stoll.
Created by Brian Koppelman, David Levien, and Andrew Ross Sorkin for Showtime, the series spans seven seasons with 84 episodes. It is produced by Showtime Networks with Koppelman and Levien as showrunners, and it integrates financial cases inspired by real world practices into long form storylines.

‘Empire’ (2015–2020)

Music mogul Lucious Lyon and his family run a hip hop label while navigating power struggles inside the company and at home. Terrence Howard and Taraji P Henson star, with Bryshere Y Gray, Jussie Smollett, Trai Byers, Serayah, and Gabourey Sidibe in key roles.
Created by Lee Daniels and Danny Strong for Fox, the series runs six seasons and 102 episodes. Timbaland served as music producer in early seasons, and the show combines original songs with industry plotlines through production by 20th Century Fox Television.

‘Glee’ (2009–2015)

A high school teacher revives the glee club and guides a group of students through competitions, friendships, and performances that cover a wide range of popular music. The cast features Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Chris Colfer, Naya Rivera, Darren Criss, Amber Riley, Kevin McHale, and Jenna Ushkowitz with Matthew Morrison and Jane Lynch.
Created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Ian Brennan for Fox, the series spans six seasons with 121 episodes. Music production is led by Adam Anders and Peer Astrom, and episodes mix narrative arcs with large ensemble numbers produced by a dedicated choreographic and vocal team.

‘Pose’ (2018–2021)

Set in New York ballroom culture, the story follows house mothers, performers, and chosen families who compete and support one another while dealing with careers and relationships. The cast includes Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Billy Porter, Indya Moore, Dominique Jackson, Angelica Ross, and MJ Rodriguez in leading roles.
Created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Steven Canals for FX, the series runs three seasons with 26 episodes. It is produced by FX Productions and became known for assembling a large number of transgender actors in series regular roles with choreography and music shaped to ballroom competition formats.

‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ (2017–2023)

Miriam Midge Maisel discovers her skill for stand up comedy and teams up with manager Susie Myerson while balancing family expectations and the New York club scene. The cast features Rachel Brosnahan, Alex Borstein, Tony Shalhoub, Marin Hinkle, and Michael Zegen.
Created by Amy Sherman Palladino for Prime Video and produced by Amazon Studios with Dorothy Parker Drank Here Productions, the series runs five seasons with 43 episodes. The show uses rapid dialogue and detailed production design, and episodes are directed by Sherman Palladino and Daniel Palladino along with other collaborators.

‘Fleabag’ (2016–2019)

A dry witted Londoner navigates family, work, and grief while breaking the fourth wall to address the audience in scenes that mix comedy with personal reckoning. Phoebe Waller Bridge leads the cast with Sian Clifford, Olivia Colman, Brett Gelman, Hugh Skinner, and Andrew Scott.
Created and written by Phoebe Waller Bridge and produced by Two Brothers Pictures for the BBC and Prime Video, the series runs two seasons with 12 episodes. Episodes are directed by Harry Bradbeer and Tim Kirkby, and the show originated from a stage play that Waller Bridge adapted for television.

‘Vikings’ (2013–2020)

The saga follows Ragnar Lothbrok and his family as they raid, explore, and build alliances across Europe while factions compete for power. The cast includes Travis Fimmel, Katheryn Winnick, Clive Standen, Gustaf Skarsgård, Alexander Ludwig, and Jordan Patrick Smith.
Created and written by Michael Hirst for History and later Prime Video, the series spans six seasons with 89 episodes. It is produced by TM Productions and Take 5 Productions, filmed largely in Ireland, and features music by Trevor Morris.

‘Peaky Blinders’ (2013–2022)

A crime family in Birmingham expands its operations after the Great War with Thomas Shelby leading the organization through deals and conflicts. The cast includes Cillian Murphy, Helen McCrory, Paul Anderson, Sophie Rundle, Finn Cole, and Tom Hardy.
Created by Steven Knight for the BBC with international distribution through Netflix, the series runs six seasons with 36 episodes. It is produced by Caryn Mandabach Productions and Tiger Aspect Productions and uses a writer led model with Knight guiding long running arcs.

‘The Queen’s Gambit’ (2020)

Chess prodigy Beth Harmon rises through competitive ranks while managing personal challenges and relationships that shape her game. The cast features Anya Taylor Joy with Isla Johnston, Bill Camp, Marielle Heller, Thomas Brodie Sangster, and Harry Melling in supporting roles.
Created by Scott Frank and Allan Scott for Netflix from the novel by Walter Tevis, the limited series includes seven episodes. Scott Frank directs the episodes and production includes chess consultation by Bruce Pandolfini and Garry Kasparov to stage accurate matches.

‘Sherlock’ (2010–2017)

A modern take on the detective stories places Sherlock Holmes and John Watson in present day London as they solve cases that test their partnership and rivalries. Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman lead the cast with Andrew Scott, Una Stubbs, Rupert Graves, and Louise Brealey.
Created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss for the BBC and produced by Hartswood Films, the series comprises 13 feature length episodes including a special. Notable directors include Paul McGuigan and Douglas Mackinnon and the score is composed by David Arnold and Michael Price.

‘Suits’ (2011–2019)

A corporate lawyer hires a brilliant associate who never attended law school, setting off cases and office politics inside a high pressure Manhattan firm. Gabriel Macht and Patrick J Adams lead the cast with Meghan Markle, Sarah Rafferty, Rick Hoffman, Gina Torres, and Katherine Heigl.
Created by Aaron Korsh for USA Network and produced by Universal Content Productions, the series runs nine seasons with 134 episodes. The show uses case of the week stories that connect to firm mergers and name partner changes and it launched the spin off ‘Pearson’ led by Gina Torres.

‘House of Cards’ (2013–2018)

A congressional power couple advances through Washington using strategy, alliances, and media management with the story focused on Francis and Claire Underwood. The cast includes Kevin Spacey, Robin Wright, Michael Kelly, Mahershala Ali, and Corey Stoll in key roles.
Developed by Beau Willimon for Netflix from the novel by Michael Dobbs and the earlier British series, the show spans six seasons with 73 episodes. David Fincher served as an executive producer and directed early episodes, and later seasons feature showrunners including Melissa James Gibson and Frank Pugliese.

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