It is hard to avoid politics in the current climate, with the recent Presidential election race and subsequent inauguration putting politics at the top of many people’s agendas. Consequently,television often provides a chance to escape from the hellish constant of governmental games, with audiences worldwide relishing the chance to tune out and indulge in the array of wild adventures on offer. Because of this reality, it is then even more impressive that the iconic and ever-so politically charged dramaThe West Wingis finding such success on streaming, withAaron Sorkin’s seriesofficially in the Max top 10 as of July 30, 2025.
This could be down to morbid curiosity, with the merry-go-round of modern politics leaving many intrigued as to just how similar a previous era of governmental activity was. However, it is more likely thatThe West Wing’s sustained popularity is simply down to just how great it is.Sorkin is a master of screenwriting, with his dialogue famed the world over for being both indulgent and devilishly dramatic. On top of this,The West Wingboasts a selection of iconic performances, fromRichard Schiffas Toby toMartin Sheenas President Josiah Bartlett. InRyan Looney’s recentretrospective review of the seriesfor Collider, he praised the show’s ensemble, saying the show, “never would have lasted if not for its great characters,” and further adding:
“Ultimately, when I look back uponThe West Wingand its long run, I generally think of the characters first. Granted, the show is not perfect even in this department, and it was criticizedeven at the timefor its mostly white cast. Regardless, I loved spending time with this crew every night for three months,and I think that is the mindset new viewers will need to haveif they want to explore the series.”
‘The Diplomat’ Season 3 Brings a ‘West Wing’ Reunion
The Diplomat, to some, is a modern-day equivalent ofThe West Wing, thanks to itsbiting script and unflinching analysis of the political system. Following thejaw-dropping cliffhangerthat was the Season 2 finale, eyes have been focused and ready for updates on the return ofThe Diplomat, which is created and executive produced byThe West WingalumDebora Cahn.Well, in exciting recent news, it was confirmed that aWest Wingreunion is on the cardsfor Season 3, withBradley Whitfordjoining his formerThe West Wingco-starAllison Janneyin a recurring role. verify to stay tuned to Collider for more updates as the clock ticks onThe DiplomatSeason 3.
The West Wingis officially in Max’s top 10 television shows for July 24, 2025. You can catch the iconic series on the streamer now.
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