The Best TV Shows on CNN
Every CNN Show Ranked From Best To Worst
Among CNN’s finest offerings are Anderson Cooper 360° and Fareed Zakaria GPS, which debuted in 2003 and 2008, respectively. A broadcaster of distinction, CNN has aired more than 15 shows between 2003 and N/A. As of October 2024, we’ve curated over 15 of CNN’s premier shows for your viewing pleasure.
Space Shuttle Columbia: The Final Flight (2024)8.0The story of Columbia's final mission is told in dramatic detail, beginning months before the troubled launch, unfolding across the sixteen days in orbit, and concluding with the investigation into the tragic loss of the seven astronauts' lives.
Reliable Sources (N/A)8.0Reliable Sources is a weekly show on CNN, focusing on analysis of the American news media. It was initially created to cover the media's coverage of the Persian Gulf War, but has since also covered the media's coverage of the Valerie Plame affair, the War in Iraq, the outing of Mark Felt as Deep Throat, and many other events and internal media stories. From 1992 to 2009, it was broadcast as a stand-alone program, but on January 18, 2009, Reliable Sources became a segment during CNN's new Sunday morning political program State of the Union with John King, although it remained hosted by Kurtz and retained its timeslot. In January 2010, after John King left the show, Reliable Sources was re-spun off as its own show, moving back one hour in the process.
Fareed Zakaria GPS (2008)6.0A weekly public affairs show. "GPS" stands for "Global Public Square," a reference to the show's focus on international issues and foreign affairs.
Inside Politics with Dana Bash (2021)6.0Anchored by CNN Chief Political Correspondent Dana Bash 'Inside Politics' features the top political stories sourced by the best reporters.
Anderson Cooper 360° (2003)5.1Anderson Cooper goes beyond the headlines to tell stories from many points of view, so you can make up your own mind about the news.
At This Hour with Kate Bolduan (2014)5.0Weekday news and discussion airing at 11am Eastern.
CNN This Morning (2022)2.9Stories from across the world and refreshing conversations with Don Lemon, Poppy Harlow, and Kaitlan Collins.
Showbiz (2008)N/A
Erin Burnett OutFront (2011)N/ADesigned to showcase Erin's unique style--casual, smart, and confident--OutFront stays ahead of the headlines, delivering a show that's in-depth and informative.
Sex & Murder (2020)N/ASex and murder are often tied together in criminal investigations; and detectives uncover dirty secrets, scandalous sex affairs, online sex addictions, jealousy and stunning twisted fantasies when looking for motives for murder.
State of the Union With Jake Tapper and Dana Bash (2021)N/AJake Tapper and Dana Bash bring together major news-makers, analysts and experts to tackle pressing domestic issues and diplomacy on the global stage.
CNN Primetime (2023)N/AJoining CNN's top anchors for special events and unique conversations about the issues that matter the most.
King Charles (2023)N/AGayle King and Charles Barkley in freewheeling and authentic conversations centered around the week's most interesting stories, moments and cultural themes.
TV On the Edge: Moments That Shaped Our Culture (2024)N/AShowcases the power of television, the legacy of TV iconic events, and the impact they have had, with commentary from celebrities, TV insiders, politicians, journalists, comedians, and culture critics.
- Amanpour (N/A)N/A
Amanpour is a global affairs interview television program hosted by Christiane Amanpour, airing weeknights 9 pm and 11 pm CET on CNN International. The show first aired on CNNI and CNN/US from September 2009, but ended in April 2010 due to Amanpour's departure from the network to ABC News. In 2011, Amanpour returned to CNN under an arrangement that allowed her to continue as a global affairs anchor at ABC News. As a result, the show returned on April 16, 2012.