This is a tough one as there are so many good series that were cut short with only 1 or 2 seasons (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles). Conversely, there are many average shows which aired relentlessly. Quality or quantity... hmmmmm.
Archer
Only in it's second series, but definitely the best thing on T.V. atm by some considerable distance. Adult viewing, not for the faint hearted, but it really does make me laugh. There are some things that only an animated series can get away with.
Sons of Anarchy
Another amazing series from FX. This details the ups and downs of a motor bike club. The premise didn't grip me at all at first, but I was badgered into watching it and was gripped from episode one. Fantastic story and great characters.
Married with Children
An oldie, but a goodie. What can I say, Al Bundie makes me laugh and he is personally responsible for my love of New York Cheesecake.
American Dad
I have too many fond memories of Stan and Rodger to miss this one out. When a series has added new accents and phrases to your way of speaking, you know it's had an effect - "Dimmer switches!". I have championed American Dad over Family Guy and seen a few people come round to my way of thinking.
House
As with all the series mentioned here, I can watch re-runs of house all day. I take the criticism that the episodes are formulaic - no-one knows whats wrong with the patient; things get worse till House decides to do something totally unorthodox; everyone disagrees, but House is right and saves the day. I don't watch the series to see what happens to the patients though, I watch it for the characters and the sub plots.
Honorable Mentions
Breaking Bad is an outstanding series, but it is very much story driven, so it's replay ability is low for this list - highly recommended though. Firefly was terminated during the first season, but was awesome. Fringe is a very easy watch too.
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