Some shows make their way into hearts and feel like a journey, making the goodbyes hard. It is like saying goodbye to an old friend. 2024 came with new beginnings and old endings to some beautiful series, all with stories so gripping, that they deserve a final standing ovation. With teary finales and touching farewell moments, these shows left fans wanting more. 

These shows might be over now, but the stories they followed were worth the time. Now, if you missed them when they first aired, do not worry. It is never too late to binge on them all.

Sadly for its fans, Halo came to an end with just two seasons. But, despite that, it remains a show sci-fi fans should be keeping an eye on as it follows a great storyline that talks about identity, sacrifice, and humanity's ability to overcome the odds. Halo is all about what waits in the future as it takes you to the 26th century, where humans, led by the incredible Master Chief, fought an alien Covenant, giving fans all the power-packed action and more. 

While season 1 gave fans a mix of emotions as lacking depth, the finale season took up each of the fan's complaints and ended up giving a memorable conclusion. 

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Netflix's Kaos stood out as a one-of-a-kind show that reimagined Greek mythology with humor and drama as it explored different themes. The show connected the lives of gods and mortals, giving new angles on the Greek favorites like Medusa and Orpheus. Kaos came as a fun show for many, with its unique story and humorous dialogues, that did not fail to keep fans entertained. 

The conclusion of Evil, the very loved supernatural drama, marked the end of a series that is as unique as it can get. It kept viewers at the edge of their seats, leaving a thin line between the natural and supernatural. The series artfully wove psychological suspense with supernatural twists and horror as well, as it followed forensic psychologist Kristen Bouchard, priest-in-training David Acosta, and tech expert Ben Shakir as they probed into exciting new mysteries in each episode. 

Arcane brought steampunk aesthetics to animated television with its rich storytelling that brings a whole new world called "League of Legends" to life. Arcane is a must-watch animation, with its stunning animation and all that colorful steampunk vibe that keeps fans engaged, and wanting more. And, it seems like the pleas of the fans is coming true as Arcane's creator drops major crumbs about the show's future with a spinoff in the works. Even beyond its visual appeal, Arcane steeps some deep topics like societal disparity and personal ambition making it a standout piece of work to watch at least once.

Chucky's last season was the wildest ride, a thrilling finale that left fans wanting more. Chucky as a show, stood out for its mix of horror, humor, and emotions. Fans could not stop talking especially about the character development of the protagonists throughout the show. Not only was it a good suspense and horror series with twists, but it kept the same vibe with its dark humor as well, making it a must-watch at least once. 

In 2024, the animated series Velma which gave a new twist to the classic Scooby-Doo character everyone knows and loves also met its end. While some really enjoyed the mature themes and jokes, others felt it strayed too far from the original charm of the Scooby-Doo. But, despite all its mixed reactions, Velma remains an attractive and entertaining attempt that rebranded a fan favorite for a new generation. 

After a whole long nine seasons of fun, laughs and adventures, Bunk'd also came to its end in 2024, making it the end of an era. This Disney Channel favorite created a journey of friendships as it followed the Ross siblings navigating their lives at Camp Kikiwaka. The finale episode also did not disappoint as it mixed comedy and emotions perfectly, giving a fitting farewell to a show that had been a fan-favorite for nearly a decade. 

La Brea was received greatly among viewers as it followed an exciting family story that went from a mysterious sinkhole in Los Angeles to a prehistoric world. The show has come to an end now, but it is still quite a hot topic of discussion for fans as they look back at the creativity, drama, and emotional depth of the show. La Brea came with a surprising new premise that could have easily gone wrong, but it hit it off and is now a stand-out in the genre of sci-fi. 

Walker came as a modern reboot of the classic Walker, Texas Ranger, starring Jared Padalecki playing Cordell Walker who was a Texas Ranger juggling crime-fighting and family life. Walker, became quite a popular show, with its action-packed seasons, but it had to face cancellation because of financial difficulties, leaving fans quite disappointed. 

The action-packed show,  S.W.A.T. delivered its finale this year, with the intense missions that it is known for. Despite being canceled after its sixth season, the show made a hard comeback and finished with quite a bang. Those who missed out on all the fun action can still watch it now before it is too late. 

A good series always leaves an impression, which stands true for many of these shows as well. For some, it may be about deep emotions or the characters. Or maybe it is simply the top-tier storytelling. Whether it is any of those or something else entirely, these series deserve to find a spot on your watchlist. 

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