Today Season 51

Today Season 51 has become appointment viewing on for anyone who enjoys watching people under real pressure. The 1-season run is exactly the right length for what it is doing. Its 6/10 TMDB score, built from 31 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Al Roker is a big part of why it works, but the format itself is the real star. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

There is a reason Today Season 51 keeps coming up in conversation. Today Season 51 has the format that countless others have tried to copy since. Season 51 of Today includes 285 episodes. It aired from September 2003 to October 2004. This season stars Al Roker and Matt Lauer. Al Roker and Matt Lauer lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2003. The format has been replicated endlessly since Today Season 51 first appeared, which is its own form of tribute. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

Best watched with company, Today Season 51 generates takes from everyone in the room. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. A contained run means every episode is doing real work. Al Roker is a big part of why it works, but the format itself is the real star. The kind of thing that generates strong opinions in every room it is watched in.