True crime, tempestuous relationships and celebrity excess make a compelling start to our countdown of the year’s best shows. Plus a 12-hour experiment in live drama
This list is drawn from votes by Guardian TV writers: each votes for their top 20 shows, with points allocated for every placing, which are tallied to create this order. Check in every weekday to see our next picks, and please share your own favourite TV of 2020 in the comments below.