With almost 500 scripted series airing over the course of 2018, TV fans certainly had the most options of what to watch than ever before. From action thrillers to wacky comedies to emotional dramas. there was a male character from all walks of life to see. There were high powered lawyers, teen delinquents, badass warriors, demon hunters and even the Devil himself captured the hearts and minds of TV fans everywhere.
But when it comes to picking a favorite male TV character from this year, the options are endless. Thankfully, TV Time users did the seemingly impossible and narrowed down the list of the best male characters of 2018 to the Top 20. Did your favorite make the list? Scroll down to see who reigned supreme.
20. Gabriel Macht - "Harvey Specter" (Suits)
Harvey Specter is more than just a talented attorney, he was also the youngest to ever make senior partner. Add in his extensive collection of covetable suits and his epic love life, and he's serious #lifegoals.
19. Alex Lawther - "James" (The End of the F***ing World)
This teen sociopath is the literal definition of giving no f-ks. Plus, he also got the girl. Not bad.
18. Bob Morley - "Bellamy Blake" (The 100)
The former criminal has totally reformed into being one amazing co-leader in the post-apocalyptic world. Bellamy is learning how to listen to his head and his heart to make the tough calls to ensure the survival of humanity.
17. Dylan O'Brien - "Stiles Stilinski" (Teen Wolf)
Stiles was always the lone human in a town full of supernatural creatures, but that doesn't mean he was ever a victim. He used his brain to become the smartest person in all of Beacon Hills and saved the day ... more than once. Plus, he always knew the right sarcastic joke to make.
16. Milo Ventimiglia - "Jack Pearson" (This Is Us)
No one can make us cry like Jack Pearson. The perfect dad despite his flaws, we're still not over his death.
15. Charlie Cox - "Matt Murdock" (Marvel's Daredevil)
Who needs the Avengers when you've got Daredevil? Matt Murdock doesn't just kick ass by night as a vigilante, but he also saves the day as a lawyer for the underprivileged in Hell's Kitchen.
14. Dylan Minnette - "Clay Jensen" (13 Reasons Why)
No teen should ever have to shoulder the kind of pain and tragedy that Clay does after his best friend commits suicide. But he pushes through it all to help solve the case of what led her to take her own life, shining a light on horrible cases of abuse and assault happening in the shadows at their school.
13. Ian Somerhalder - "Damon Salvatore" (The Vampire Diaries)
Damon certainly didn't start off as a hero but after eight seasons, he ended up being the vampire everyone was rooting for. Sarcastic, blunt and reckless, he made sure there was no shortage of drama in Mystic Falls.
12. Stephen Amell - "Oliver Queen" (Arrow)
All it takes is one look at Oliver Queen dominating the salmon ladder to know why this vigilante landed himself on this list.
11. Matt Leblanc - "Joey Tribbiani" (Friends)
20 years and counting, Joey Tribbiani is still making us laugh at his adorably dumb comments. This playboy has a heart of gold and the eyes (and brain) of a puppy dog.
10. Grant Gustin - "Barry Allen" (The Flash)
Barry Allen isn't just the fastest man alive, he's also the sweetest. This superhero uses not only his brain but also his heart to bring justice to Central City, and we just can't get enough of him.
9. Freddie Highmore - "Shaun Murphy" (The Good Doctor)
This young autistic surgeon is a true inspiration of how no matter what life may throw at you, you can always achieve your dreams.
8. Joseph Morgan - "Klaus Mikaelson" (The Originals)
Sure, Klaus was a villain on The Vampire Diaries. But on The Originals, he showed how much love and selflessness he was capable of. Watching him with his daughter is enough to melt the heart of any former Klaus-hater.
7. Jensen Ackles - "Dean Winchester" (Supernatural)
It's been over 14 years of watching Dean Winchester hunting demons, werewolves and even homicidal angels, and we don't think we'll ever get tired of it. Give us flannel shirts, combat boots and a bottle of beer and we'll gladly join him!
6. Matthew Perry - "Chandler Bing" (Friends)
Another Friends dude we'll never get tired of, Chandler Bing created some of the best classic quotes fans repeat over and over again. Plus, those dancing skills!
5. Jim Parsons - "Sheldon Cooper" (The Big Bang Theory)
Sheldon's impressive IQ never fails to create some brilliant comedy. But it's his growing sense of compassion and empathy that really earned him this spot on the list.
4. Andy Samberg - "Jake Peralta" (Brooklyn Nine-Nine)
From immature manchild to a dedicated, loyal and incredible husband and cop, Jake Peralta's incredible character evolution on this comedy has not affected his ability to make us laugh at all. Trust, he's still the most hilarious character on TV. Noice.
3. Tom Ellis - "Lucifer" (Lucifer)
The Devil has never looked so good.
2. Cole Sprouse - "Jughead Jones" (Riverdale)
The TV version of Jughead Jones features a lot less hamburgers and a lot more brooding. He's even the leader of a gang! Talk about a glo-up.
1. Álvaro Morte "El Profesor" (Money Heist)
Sergio aka The Professor is the mastermind behind the entire guilty pleasure series. That alone could have earned him the No. 1 spot on this list, but he's also brilliant and formidable. The handsome face sure didn't hurt, either.
