Game of Thrones changed the standard for TV intros. A combination of vivid imagery and stunning sound combined to help simplify a dense book series into a TV Series that could captivate audiences worldwide. The inaugural episode — produced and narrated by Polyphonic — takes a look at how Elastic and Ramin Djawadi accomplished this task.

Most animated superhero show openings follow a simple formula. Batman: The Animated Series breaks the mold. This video — produced and narrated by Just Write — takes a look at what makes the opening of Batman so unique.

Cheers is one of the most beloved sitcoms of the 20th century. In this video, Captain Midnight shows how its theme song perfectly illustrates why.

How does the title sequence to the animated series X-Men explain to the audience a complex mythology, a huge cast of characters, and the show’s primary conflicts, all without a single word? This video by Patrick (H) Willems breaks it down shot-by-shot to show how.

Downton Abbey’s title sequence is known worldwide and has been parodied by some of the biggest names in television. Trace talks to the man who came up with the concept about how it got made, and the business of title sequences

Everything from the music to the visuals of the title sequence of the critically acclaimed Netflix original series BoJack Horseman perfectly captures what makes the show so revolutionary. In this video essay, Alex Nickel from Technicality dissects the four elements that make BoJack’s title sequence so amazing.

People are obsessed with the title sequence for Stranger Things. But it does so little on the surface, what pulls everyone in? In this video, Lee from CinemaWins spends some time talking about why.

There are more medical shows on TV than there are germs on a doctor's white coat, but House rose above the others and became the most viewed TV show in the world. Find out how its Emmy-winning opening sequence immediately set it apart from its rivals as Rohin from Medlife Crisis breaks down the opening to House.

The Prisoner was one of the most ambitious projects in the history of television. A spy thriller that redefined what spy thrillers could be, it challenged viewers to consider the world they lived in and their role in it, and it brought you into its world with one of the most elaborate intro sequences ever made. This video by 12tone breaks down how.

Battlestar Galactica was a science fiction epic that both perfected and innovated elements of classic science fiction and it demonstrated this a simple but deep title sequence. This video by Mia Mulder breaks down how.

How did The Simpsons title sequence become as iconic and recognizable as the show itself? This video by Now You See It looks into the innovative aspects of the opening that have stood the test of time (or have they?)

Neon Genesis Evangelion is one of the most iconic anime shows of all time. Volksgeist explains how anime titles song are their own business and why Neon Genesis Evangelion's are still memorable 25 years later.

How do you begin each episode of an anime about a character suffering from existential depression? Well, in the case of One Punch Man, you create a montage of that character killing monsters all over the world set to the most epic rock song of the last ten years. In this video, Matt from Nando v Movies explains how that juxtaposition helps define the character of Saitama and sets some purposefully unrealistic expectations for the series to explore.

If you're making a show about secrets and mysteries, you're probably going to hide a few in the intro sequence. In this episode of Working Titles, Thomas Frank reveals some of the secrets lurking beneath the slick animation and cheery music of the intro for Gravity Falls. Contains spoilers for the entirety of Gravity Falls.

Parks and Recreation combines an upbeat melody and some small-town stock footage to embody the “Yes we can” spirit of Leslie Knope, the series’ main character. This video by City Beautiful breaks down the intro sequence and its relevance to public service and city planning.

Westworld's iconic title sequence does more than set the exposition and tone of the show - it begins to ask viewers the fundamental question that the series poses: what does it mean to be human? This video by Real Science breaks down the visually simple, but thematically complex intro to show how.

A break down of the opening title sequence of one of the most popular sitcoms of all time – Friends. Heavily focused on the 6 main characters, the intro of the show is one of the most iconic of all time. With its montage clips, fountain scenes, and insanely catchy theme song, Friends simply wouldn't be Friends without this intro. This video by WonderWhy takes an in-depth look at this legendary opening title sequence.

Every Broad City viewer quickly falls in love with each of its colorful, energetic, and fun title sequences. In this video essay, Alex Nickel from Technicality explains the fascinating backstory behind these title sequences and delves into the world of visual artist Mike Perry.

South Park is known for it's crass humor and controversial episodes but don't think that doesn't include its opening intro. Knowing Better breaks down how the creators of this beloved comedy use their intro to prepare the audience for another adventure with Cartman and friends.

In this episode of Working Titles, Nando v Movies analyzes the opening titles of HBO's Watchmen to see what we can learn about the show, the graphic novel, and media generally from one familiar word.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer, right from the title sequence, turn decades of Hollywood cliches on their heads, and then spike them through the floor and straight back into the Hellmouth from whence they came? This video by Rene Ritchie guides you through it, theme-by-theme, and blow-by-blow.

Volksgeist breaks down how the original Doctor Who theme song from 1963 was recorded and produced, explaining how it innovated in the world of electronic music during a time before mass produced synthesizers.

Dexter is an unorthodox show with an unorthodox title sequence. Everything has a double meaning and is still one of the best title sequence of all time! This week Lee from CinemaWins celebrates Dexter and will encourage you to never floss again.

Rick and Morty pushes the limits on the dark and serious topics that cartoons have come to explore but you wouldn't know that from the titles. Captain Midnight explains why the show's creators use classic title tropes for a show that is rarely like its predecessors.

The title sequence for the first season of Pokémon is a hype building extravaganza that’s brought joy to people across the world. In between moments of intense lip syncing to the theme song, Soph’s Notes explains why it’s nothing short of a work of art, and why future seasons never quite lived up to it.