Easiest (and best) way to stream video from iMac to TV

All,
Trying to look for the highest quality, easiest & least expensive ways to get HD video from my iMac to my TV.
I could run wire - but that's sloppy, and a pain in the butt. Probably least expensive though.
Could get a Mac mini - but that's expensive.
Looking into getting a USB device (they sell them on TigerDirect.com) that beams the signal to a receiver - but they seem to be Windows based.
I do have a PS3 & XBOX360, and I know there are some programs out there to do this, but I've never been satisfied with the quality - major stalling or streaming issues gumming up the entertainment.
Can you folks weigh in with your tips, tricks or suggestions?
Thanks.

spidermains wrote:
I could run wire - but that's sloppy, and a pain in the butt.
how about *powerline adapters* _*such as these*_ ?
Could get a Mac mini - but that's expensive.
how about an TV ? there should even be refurbished units available from your local Apple online store.
JGG

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