Collider ranks television series that balance action set pieces with humour, arguing that the strongest examples maintain tension while providing comic relief. The article highlights shows from the 1980s to the present day, including superhero, horror and post-apocalyptic stories.

– ‘The Tick’ (2016–2019): Peter Serafinowicz’s invulnerable hero and Griffin Newman’s anxious sidekick combine crime-fighting action with parody; it was praised but cancelled after two seasons.
– ‘Twisted Metal’ (2023–present): Anthony Mackie stars as a delivery driver in a dangerous post-apocalyptic world, with violent car chases and eccentric villains including Sweet Tooth.
– ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’ (2015–2018): Bruce Campbell returned as Ash Williams, 30 years after ‘Army of Darkness’, blending supernatural horror action with the franchise’s comic tone.