The Best Current NBC Shows

In the Quantum Leap revival, Dr. Ben Song, played by Raymond Lee, takes the lead alongside Caitlin Bassett, Mason Alexander Park, Nanrisa Lee, and Ernie Hudson. Thirty years after Dr. Sam Beckett's mysterious disappearance into the Quantum Leap accelerator, a new team reopens the project, hoping to unravel its enigmatic past. Dr. Song leaps back in time just like Beckett, altering history in hopes of returning to the present, with his fiancée Addison Augustine, acting as his holographic liaison, reminiscent of Al Calavicci from the original series.

A revival of the beloved 1980s sitcom, Night Court follows Judge Abby Stone, played by Melissa Rauch, as she takes on the role of magistrate for Manhattan Criminal Court's night shift, a position once held by her late father, Harry Stone. The ensemble cast includes India de Beaufort as ambitious prosecutor Olivia, Kapil Talwalkar as insecure clerk Neil, Lacretta as eccentric bailiff Donna "Gurgs" Gurganous, and John Larroquette reprising his role as Dan Fielding, now serving as a public defender. Together, this quirky team navigates the challenges and triumphs of Abby's first days in her father's former court.

Crime doesn't pay, and in Law & Order: Organized Crime, the criminals learn this lesson the hard way. A gritty spin-off of the long-running Law & Order franchise, this show sees the return of Christopher Meloni as Detective Elliot Stabler, taking on the Big Apple's most ruthless criminal syndicates. With high-octane action and gripping storylines, the series dives into the murky world of organized crime, unearthing the complex web of corruption, power, and brutality that keeps these criminal empires alive. As Stabler fights to bring justice to the streets of New York, the show also explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the personal cost of waging war against the underworld.

A blast from the past with a modern twist, Magnum, P.I. is a fast-paced action-adventure series that takes viewers on a thrill ride through the sun-soaked streets of Hawaii. A reboot of the classic 1980s show, this series follows the adventures of former Navy SEAL Thomas Magnum, played by Jay Hernandez, as he navigates the world of private investigation with his trusty team of allies. With high-octane car chases, exotic locales, and a healthy dose of humor, Magnum, P.I. has breathed new life into the iconic franchise while staying true to the spirit of the original.

A pulse-pounding and emotionally charged medical drama, Chicago Med takes viewers on a rollercoaster ride through the high-pressure world of emergency medicine. Set in the bustling Gaffney Chicago Medical Center, the show follows a diverse group of doctors, nurses, and staff as they navigate the challenges of their high-stakes profession. With an ensemble cast that includes Nick Gehlfuss, Yaya DaCosta, and Torrey DeVitto, the series tackles a wide range of medical cases while also delving into the personal lives and relationships of its characters. Chicago Med has become a staple in the medical drama genre, delivering an adrenaline rush of heart-wrenching stories and life-saving miracles.

As the saying goes, "you can't pick your family," and in Lopez vs. Lopez, the titular family certainly learns this lesson. The sitcom centers around the trials and tribulations of a dysfunctional yet endearing family as they navigate the rollercoaster of life together. With George Lopez and his real-life daughter, Mayan Lopez, playing the leading roles, this show puts the fun in "dysfunctional" and tugs at the heartstrings of viewers, reminding us that family is the backbone of our lives, even when they drive us up the wall. The show is set to bring a fresh, humorous perspective on family dynamics while also touching upon important themes of love, resilience, and the power of connection.