Television’s most compelling stories are finally embracing age, complexity, and the messy middle chapters of life in the best possible way.

Is it just me, or are we in an unspoken era of silver foxes, salt-and-pepper charmers, and deliciously seasoned leading men onscreen?

Today’s seasoned TV heroes are flawed, fascinating, and (let’s be honest) hotter than ever, and I’m fully embracing this. To my delight, it seems the audience at large is as well.

(Warrick Page/Max) Television Prioritizing Diversifying the Stories it Tells Only Leads to Better Content

And before you think I’m out here calling anyone “old,” that’s far from the case.

In an industry where stars in their 20s and 30s typically reign supreme, one of the most refreshing aspects of storytelling recently has been digging into great stories that just so happen to feature the 40-and-older crowd.

For so long,...