It’s almost Christmas and what would the festive season be without some recognition of the best of 2018? Over the next month we’ll shortlist five nominees in each of 14 categories for our Oscars, or monstas if you will, of 2018.

• Read on for nominees for the monsta for Best TV of the year. 2017 winner: Queers (BBC4)

1. A Very English Scandal Q&A (BBC1) 

2. Bodyguard Q&A (BBC1)

3. Feud (FX)

4. Killing Eve Q&A (BBC America)

5. Will & Grace (NBC)

• Who should win? Tell us in the comments below. Want to know why we like this shortlist? Click on the tags to read our reviews. Winner revealed 29/12/18.
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