60 Best Comedy Series of All Times You Should Watch

There are countless ways to dissect the structure of a top comedy series. It must, of course, make you chuckle, but that is the absolute minimum.

Does it elicit a chuckle of amusement or a snort that makes you want to cry?

Does it make witty social commentary or does it show teenage lads (we're looking at you, Big Mouth) peeing in infant-sized diapers?

We're in the heyday of streaming, so there is no shortage of excellent options, regardless of whether you prefer your comedies to be refined, crass, or a mix of both.

60 of our all-time favorites, including classics and fresh standouts, sketch comedies and scripted shows, mockumentaries, and workplace comedies, are presented in no particular sequence.

1 FRIENDS

Watch the six irresponsible individuals living in Manhattan engage in antics that make their lives both complicated and eventful.

The sitcom centers on six friends in their 20s and 30s who reside in Manhattan, New York City, and features an ensemble cast that includes Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer.

Friends was one of the most popular comedy tv series ever for a galaxy array of reasons, not the least of which was that it allowed viewers to identify with the six characters as they adapted to life in New York.

The show begins as Rachel Green, a reserved but sociable lady, runs away from her wedding and her comfortable but unfulfilling life to discover Monica Geller, a cook who is tightly strung but compassionate.

After moving into Monica's apartment above Central Perk, Rachel begins working as a waitress there. She then joins Monica's group of single friends in their mid-20s, which also includes Monica's older brother and Chandler's college roommate- Ross, Joey, and Phoebe Buffay.

So, binge-watch the show and tell us in the comment section, what you think; ‘they’ were on a break or not! 

2 BIG BANG THEORY

‘You are in my spot’. 

Yes, you are. 

One day I too began with this amazing series and now you are booking your seat to binge-watch this comedy tv series. 

Big Bang Theory should be on your list of comedy tv series that you really must see. Top of the list of CBS's most popular shows, this one debuted in 2007 and gained popularity quickly. It focused on a group of extremely "nerdy" scientists who lived next to the stunning Penny, played by Kaley Cuoco, whose later relationship with Leanord demonstrated how unexpectedly love can succeed. This program also demonstrated how simple it is to discover good partners in life without having to consider our shared interests, and it beautifully and mockingly conveyed a message to us.

3 THE OFFICE

The genuine moments in The Office will make you both laugh and cry. This comedic TV show features Micheal's mess and the famous prank fights between Dwight and Jim, ironically so much so in an "office." The Office has become one of the finest comedy tv series to have on your bucket list since young people continue to adore it as much as people did when it was at its peak.

4 HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER

Another timeless sitcom is How I Met Your Mother, which quickly gained popularity for its amusing portrayal of the bittersweet moments of reality. The finest aspect of this comedy tv series is that it evokes such a wide range of emotions; you cry, laugh, and learn all at once.

5 TWO AND A HALF MEN 

Since the humor in this sitcom is unfiltered and direct, it is both controversial and well-liked among comedy tv series.

Alan and Jake relocate into Charlie's beach mansion in none other than Malibu with their marriage on the rocks and divorce as the inevitable result. We also witness Berta, a feisty woman who initially opposes the household change but eventually begins to embrace it.

6 SILICON VALLEY

Silicon Valley, a comedy tv series that focuses on the world of developers and businesspeople, emerges as a fantastic comedy tv series that offers entertainment and education as a single unit in its special style.

7 CORPORATE 

Another American comedy tv series with a strong cast and corporate writing made our list because, in its nihilism, it illuminates sarcastic humor that stems from a deeper source that we frequently overlook and conceal as "funny" aspects of our existence.

This show's writing is admirable and smart, and in particular, Matt and Jake's demanding lives and their corporate "do to do" make it realistic and humorous overall, making it the ideal midday addition to your list of must-watch comedy TV shows.

8 THE SIMPSONS

For the Fox Broadcasting Company, Matt Groening created the American animated comedy tv series The Simpsons. The Simpson family, which comprises Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie, serves as the series' satirical representative of everyday life in America.

Groening and producer James L. Brooks came up with the family just before a solicitation for a collection of animated shorts. Using Bart in place of his name, he invented a dysfunctional family and gave the characters those members' first names; he believed Simpson was a humorous name because it sounded close to "simpleton." [4] On April 19, 1987, the shorts were incorporated into The Tracey Ullman Show.

9 THE IT CROWD

Before Big Bang Theory debuted, this comedy tv series had already established its "geeky" protagonists as comedic heroes by featuring scenes in which they find themselves in especially absurd situations and by having its stars work in technical assistance, the most stereotypical nerdy job there is.

Graham Linehan, the show's creator, has assembled a core group of characters that perfectly reflect the clumsy and disorganized lifestyle. The ideal blend of laughter is added by Richard's smarts going to hell in practical settings and Roy's frustration.

10 SOUTH PARK

The animated satire comedy tv series debuted on television in 1997 after beginning as a short. The creators of the comedy television program had no idea when they began their journey that they would eventually reach $900 million and that the program would run for 30 seasons.

Timmy, who typically keeps to himself and just utters his name, is one of the most popular. However, he does sing in a rock band, making him the favorite. Numerous such oddball and distinctive characters from this series have made our list.

11 BROOKLYN 99

An American police procedural comedy tv series called Brooklyn Nine-Nine first aired on Fox and then moved to NBC. From September 17, 2013, until September 16, 2021, a total of eight seasons and 153 episodes of the show were broadcast. It was created by Dan Goor and Michael Schur and centers on Jake Peralta (Andy Samberg), a detective for the New York City Police Department (NYPD) working in Brooklyn's 99th Precinct, who frequently has disagreements with Captain Raymond Holt, a sober and strict leader (Andre Braugher).

Brooklyn Nine-Nine is a comedy tv series that centers on a group of detectives working in the fictional 99th Precinct of the New York City Police Department in Brooklyn. In the first episode, Captain Raymond Holt is given the position of the team's new commanding officer.

12 SEX AND THE CITY

When Sex and the City debuted in 1998, it drastically altered the TV industry. This comedy tv series quickly became very popular among young people all over the world due to its audacity and frank portrayal of the four women having fun and navigating life as friends while portraying the essential element of "sex," which is a fundamental reality of life shown in the series/movies authentically. The film's supporting cast, particularly the on-screen narrator "Carrie Bradshaw," gained widespread fame in Hollywood, making it a career milestone. However, not all of their work is commendable in the same way as the four attractive women are.

13 DEAR WHITE PEOPLE

This comedy tv series, which is based on the film of the same name, does a fantastic job of picking up where the original left off and discusses some of the unavoidable assumptions of American culture as a group of people of color enroll in a college in an ivy league predominately attended by white people. While attending school, the students deal with a variety of social challenges and biases, yet despite all of that, this comedy TV show strikes a happy balance between drama and laughter while conveying a powerful message.

14 YOUNG SHELDON

This science-related comedy tv series, a spin-off of the well-known "Big Bang Theory" show that was previously mentioned, is based in particular on the early years of the main character Sheldon Cooper. After all, it's worthwhile to reflect on someone with that kind of astounding intelligence who is also pretty loving in his obnoxious manner. Young Sheldon is essentially the same as he is now, with the exception that he graduated from school when he should have been in fifth grade. As he sits in his college classes and lives his life as "Sheldon," he encounters the most absurd events. He is a fascinating individual with an engaging personality who will blow your mind with the fun he has concealed in his wisdom.

15 SEINFIELD

The stand-up comedian Jerry Seinfield stars in this comedy tv series as himself, which makes the life depicted on-screen bafflingly familiar to everyone. Jerry's close pals, who are based in New York City and are a significant part of his inner circle, contribute to this show as well.

16 MODERN FAMILY

Modern Family is an American sitcom created by Christopher Lloyd and Steven Levitan that stars the stunning Sofia Vergara, who continues to be the crush of millions of men and women. This comedy tv series ran for 11 years, from 2009 to 2022; viewers loved feeling like they were a part of it because of the show's sarcastic speaking manner to the camera, which made the pre-set feel so real.

The play becomes a complete "family experience" for everyone thanks to Gloria and his spouse Jay's regular sarcastic moments, which humorously bring the sweet and bitter aspects of marriage to the relationship.

17 THE ADDAMS FAMILY

The Addams Family, which consists of 8 family members that like nasty and macabre elements without even remotely recognizing how frightening they are to other people, is based on the typical "rich Americans."

18 AMERICAN VANDAL

Let's be honest: We all enjoy "teenagers on a mission," even though it doesn't seem plausible to us. American Vandal has to have played a part in the genre's rise to fame in the Netflix universe. In contrast to many thrillers, this satirical drama-comedy tv series contains the appropriate ratio of humor in it, making it an edge-of-your-seat comedy television series. The show centers on the aftermath of the high school pranks that sparked Peter and Sam's research of the issues.

19 MR. BEAN

A well-known visage, whether it be a cartoon character or renowned actor Rowan Atkinson. No matter what stage of life we were in, when we were 10 we laughed the same as we do now, and it never failed to make us smile. Additionally, the fact that he never says more than a single word doesn't do the character justice; but, when he does speak, he always says something that equally touches our hearts.

20 FAMILY GUY 

It sums up one of the funniest shows of all time because of the laudable sarcasm and mature humor contained in this well-animated series. One thing that never ceases to amuse everybody is how Stewie, a "baby," is becoming more and more relatable to adults and teenagers. Your favorite comedy tv series will undoubtedly be the 20-season animated series mixed with family interactions and caustic unfairness to Meg!

21 BOJACK HORSEMAN

An adult animated comedy tv series that first debuted in the 1990s and quickly gained popularity features a humanoid horse who is the adoptive father of three young children but is also surrounded by self-hatred in a pool of alcohol. Bojack has returned once more to undertake fresh assignments, this time accompanied by a human and his ex-girlfriend. The show stands out in the sea of Netflix comedy television shows due to its unique theme category—what a ride!

22 RICK AND MORTY

What could be more enjoyable than your grandpa bringing you on extraordinary intergalactic adventures?

In this animated science comedy tv series, Rick unexpectedly comes up on his daughter's doorstep years later with plans to move in with the family, leading to the absurd adventures of his devices and his grandson's missions. This Adult Swim satire sitcom was created by Justin Roiland and Dan Harmon, and it remains popular.

23 ARCHER

Focusing on the problems that friendships have- The best spy in the world, Sterling Archer, enjoys going unnoticed. Within the limits of its superb animation, he and his coworkers continuously plot to undermine one another's missions.

24 BIG MOUTH

The comedy tv series, which is as straightforward as it gets, examines the numerous facets of sex and the human body, and some adolescent pals deal with the difficulties of dealing with puberty alongside everything else in life. Puberty is a challenging time, and Big Mouth shows just how difficult circumstances can get when they occur to some degree with the appropriate people.

25 I LOVE LUCY

This is an American sitcom that premiered in 1951, so you know what to expect. It was around this time when comedy tv series entered what is now known as the "golden era," since they had only recently been made popular. This is what makes I Love Lucy so unique. If you're interested in the plot, it is mostly a situational comedy TV show that features now-"iconic" scenarios that have motivated many.

26 THE GOOD PLACE

The summary of this comedy tv series plot is intriguing, and if you enjoyed the Disney film Coco, then hold on— Eleanor arrives in "the good place," an afterlife realm where individuals go after carrying out their duties in this life to the best of their ability. Eleanor then embarks on the trip with her other half, Chidi, to win a space in the "nice place," whose architect turned out to be Michael—who ended up being her neighbor—when Eleanor wasn't meant to be there at all.

27 MARVELLOUS MS. MAISEL

The central character, Midge "Maisel," comes to terms with her hidden gift, which turns out to be standup comedy. The story is based on the life of an early American wife in the 1950s. She decides to pursue a profession that is likewise depicted as beginning with the show's well-known "gaslight."

28 UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT

Unbreakable Ellie Kemper plays the title character in Tina Fey and Robert Carlock's American streaming television comedy series Kimmy Schmidt. It debuted on March 6, 2015, on Netflix, and ended on January 25, 2019, after four seasons. On May 12, 2020, an interactive special made its debut.

The comedy tv series centers on 29-year-old Kimmy Schmidt (Kemper), who is learning to live again after being freed from a fictional doomsday cult in Durnsville, Indiana, where she and three other women were kept against their will for 15 years by Reverend Richard Wayne Gary Wayne (Jon Hamm).

29 ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT

Due to Micheal's father being imprisoned for tampering with the (accounting)books of the family business, Micheal Bluth, a single dad of a 13-year-old boy named George Micheal, finds himself in an odd circumstance where he must bring his dysfunctional family together. When they run out of money and everyone is in a panic, what will he do?

See how the drama ties together in the form of hysterical comedy by watching the show.

30 COMMUNITY

From 2009 through 2014, Dan Harmon's sixth season of Community, which included around 110 episodes overall, was produced. After being fired from his job for fabricating a Columbia University undergraduate degree, Jeff Winger went on to complete his education at Colorado's Greendale Community College.

31 SCRUBS

The medical-drama comedy tv series "scrubs" is a masterpiece by Bill Lawrence. "What we decided was, rather than have it be a monotonous narration if it's going to be Zach's voice, we're going to do everything through J.D.'s eyes," the writers said. It provided access to a visual medium that those of us who write comedies were unfamiliar with. William Lawrence

In the first eight seasons, J.D (John Michael Dorian) served as the show's protagonist and narrator. In the ninth season, Lucy Bennet takes over as the protagonist. Thematically, the novel revolves around many situations that result in numerous stories, as well as J.D.

32 GAVIN AND STACY

This British sitcom, which stars James Corden, was created by Ruth Jones and James Corden and is a comedic television series. We watch the two as they go on a journey to discover love, bringing their disparate worlds together to create new possibilities.

33 THE INBETWEENERS

The Inbetweeners is a British teen sitcom where four friends go on escapades that always fail because they are so "between" and perceive themselves to be virtually socially "secluded." William, Simon, Neil, and Jay are depicted developing into adults after deciding to have "booze and sex" as adults in their teens.

34 THE GOLDEN GIRLS

The 1985-produced sitcom Golden Girls, which ran for seven seasons, is another venerable treasure in the annals of comedic television. After their divorces, four ladies who are considered "aged" live in together under one roof, perfectly capturing the show's upbeat and content atmosphere. Dorothy, the on-screen heroine, searches for a partner as her mother Sophia injects legendary "imagine this" moments into the proceedings to provide a tinge of humor.

35 CATASTROPHE 

As an Irish woman falls in love with an American man in London who is already fighting to establish their match, the British comedy tv series depicts the unconventionality that love may bring as she later learns she is pregnant. The comedic television series, which was created by Sharon Horgan and Rob Delany, premiered on January 19, 2015, on Channel 4. Since then, it has been increasingly popular with viewers.

36 GIRLS

Because "Girls" was regarded as Lena Dunham's unnamed project, which created a swirl of mystery, "Girls" received a lot of buzzes back in the day and enjoyed huge success when its pilot aired. This comedy tv series focused on the lives of young millennial women "finding life in New York," and Lena was ascending the success ladder at the exact time the program premiered. After it was first shown, the comedic TV show received a lot of praise and buzz as well as criticism.

37 BARRY

Are you excited about the HBO crime, drama, thriller, and comedy TV shows that will debut in 2018?

If so, Barry is the ideal choice for you. In this thriller-comedy tv series, a hit guy from the midwestern states flies to Los Angeles(LA) to carry out a hit on his next victim, a well-known actor. In the end, as he works to create a new life for himself, he discovers his inner passion and instantly clicks with acting. Because of his intricate previous relationships, doing so for him is more difficult than he anticipated. You should be prepared for an engaging encounter if you decide to go for it.

38 GLOW

Carly Mensch and Liz Flahive produced a dramedy or drama-comedy TV show specifically for Netflix. The show does a remarkable job of playfully portraying incidents in the lives of women wrestlers in the 1980s and 1990s, as well as being loosely based on real-life experiences of women during the period.

39 MASTER OF NONE

The phrase "Jack of all trades, Master of none" is intended to be conveyed by the title. The narrative of Master of None centers on the experiences of 30-year-old Dev, an immigrant, and actor who is in love and attempting to figure out how to make the best pasta.

40 MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE

The main character, Malcolm, is a clever and intelligent youngster who must regrettably deal with the "middle child" life while everything else happens in a teen's head. The 151 episodes in the comedic TV show's 7 seasons were all written by Linwood Boomer.

This comedy tv series also explores the boy's unstable family and his adjustment to life as a "nerd freak" in general.

41 MOM

Mom is an American sitcom on CBS that was produced by Eddie Gorodetsky, Gemma Baker, and Chuck Lorre. The series premiered on September 23, 2013, with Alison Janney playing Bonnie Plunket, the mother of Chrissy Plunket (played by Anna Faris). The narrative of this comedy tv series explores the life of Chrissy, a single mother who struggles with alcoholism recovery and starts over.

42 BLACK-ISH 

A black man struggles to create his family, identity, and culture in a "suburban" region of the United States that is controlled by white people. The story is narrated by a stunning cast of African-American characters. Black-ish, which received largely favorable reviews from reviewers, is included on our list of the finest comedy tv series. It has had multiple spin-offs, including grown-ish, old-ish, and mixed-ish.

43 UNDECLARED

These are for you if you enjoy dad jokes, which, let's face it, aren't all that horrible. The American comedy tv series, which is a masterful fusion of quality and humor, is developed by Judd Appatow and stars Jay Baruchel, Charlie Hunnam, and Carla Gallo. Steve and his roommates plan to embark on some of their most important excursions, but his divorced father decides to tag along with them.

44 LOVE

A series that compassionately presents a couple who struggle to navigate situations they would wish to avoid. We laugh and shed joyful tears as we witness their journey because it highlights the issues and disparities between two distinct people enjoying life on each other's terms. If you enjoy "aw" moments that aren't overly sentimental, this romance comedy tv series is a good fit for you.

45 NEW GIRL

The central character of this comedy tv series, Jess, decides to go on with three other bachelors after facing the prospect of separating from a loved one. The men tolerate her eccentricities despite their normal oddness. It qualifies as a comedy TV series that millennials adore thanks to friendship and the ideal amount of dramatic occurrences.

46 VEEP

HBO broadcast the American political satire comedy tv series Veep. Armando Iannucci developed the series as a spinoff of his sitcom The Thick of It. Selina Meyer (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), a fictional Vice President of the United States, is the show's main character. The show centers on Meyer and her group as they try to leave their mark and leave a legacy but frequently get caught up in daily political games.

47 THE LAST MAN ON EARTH

This American comedy tv series takes a distinctive tack in depicting what we have all thought it would be like to "be the last guy on earth, literally." Phil Miller, the main character, manages to gain more than he would have anticipated while hoping to find some company in his lonely world. The last man on earth has been lauded for its exceptional writing and well-presented cast. Its audience, which spans the globe and was devastated and upset by the cancellation of the heartwarming series, adored the show.

48 THE COMEBACK 

The show’s plot revolves around the drama of Vallery Cherish, the lead actress who is a veteran sitcom actress and got famous through her work in her on-screen sitcom- “I’m it!” which ran in the late ’80s and early ’90s, though she struggled to win back the fame with the coming “youthful” Hollywood criteria. 

49 CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM

Larry David's second show about nothing, which has ten seasons under its belt and an eleventh season confirmed, just keeps getting better. In this comedy tv series, David plays a fictionalized version of himself who, by imposing his neuroses and misanthropy on everyone around him, has destroyed seemingly every bridge in Los Angeles, leading to hilarious gaffes and miscommunications of all sizes. Come sit near David if you don't have anything nice to say; Curb Your Enthusiasm was built for people like you.

50 NATHAN FOR YOU

Is it the most elaborate practical joke program ever?

 Is there a genuine desire to assist business owners? 

Is it a film concerning the state of the human race?

 Is it a story about a man's search for love? 

All of these peculiar and incredible elements are combined in Nathan For You to create a postmodern comedy tv series that has never been seen before.

51 CHEERS

One of the greatest comedies of all time isn't only because everyone recognizes the theme song. An all-star ensemble, crude humor that (mostly) held up over time, and a country's never-ending search for a bar to call their own all contribute to a comedy tv series that is far too simple to get lost in during the Age of Binge Watching. This is definitely worth watching again as an adult if you only recall seeing glimpses of it when you were younger as your parents watched it.

52 FRASIER

Cheers were so well-liked that it even inspired its spinoff series focused on Dr. Frasier Crane, one of the regulars at the bar.

Why not Woody, Cliff, or Norm instead?

Well, Frasier's life after leaving Boston ended up being quite intriguing. Come for a taste of high society in the tower above Seattle; stay for the classic one-liners of the late John Mahoney, who portrays Frasier's father and who ultimately became one of the greatest television characters of all time.

53 ATLANTA

After a successful career as an actor and singer, Donald Glover adds showrunner for the hit comedy tv series Atlanta to his strong portfolio. Atlanta examines race in America, unlike any other TV program, with a vision that is incredibly clear and characters that are expertly constructed and profoundly relatable. Additionally, it helped Brian Tyree Henry, Lakeith Stanfield, and Zazie Beetz, three of the most promising young character performers, achieve mainstream fame.

54 ROCK

Has a comedy tv series from the twenty-first century influenced the genre as much as 30 Rock has? Our perception of joke density has been changed by Tina Fey's self-referential workplace sitcom about the outrageous cast and crew of a sketch comedy show—and the stressed-out head writer just trying to have it all—while simultaneously integrating thousands of witticisms into common speech. Even if 30 Rock doesn't seem to be your thing, we advise catching up—if nothing else so you can communicate with your friends in their language.

55 PEN15

With Maya Erskine and Anna Konkle acting as fictionalized versions of their adolescent selves opposite a cast of genuine preteen performers, Pen15 is an outstanding comedy tv series production about the bittersweetness of girlhood. The humiliations of adolescence are given heart and humor by Erskine and Konkle together. Stay for the touching portrayal of friendship, family, and growing up, but come for the funny, hyper-specific recreation of adolescent life in the early 2000s.

56 ALL IN THE FAMILY

Archie Bunker, a lovable bigot, served as a proxy for the audience's less enlightened side in All In The Family, a well-known comedy tv series, which filtered the enormous social shift of the 1970s via one working-class Queens family. Norman Lear allowed Archie to be humorous without ever letting him be correct, allowing the program to make a statement without appearing to make a statement. Right now, the world could use an Archie Bunker.

57 THE JEFFERSONS

Kitchens do not fry fish.

Grilled beans don't burn.

Also, the Jeffersons are surely no longer on the first level.

The Norman Lear comedy tv series, which premiered in 1975, has been on the air for one of the longest periods in sitcom history. In addition to being long-lasting, it also saw the birth of one of the most adored families on television. The Jeffersons, the second All in the Family spin-off, told more than just the tale of a prosperous Black family in New York. The show initiated discussions about racism, literacy, suicide, and transgender problems. In 1975. One of the few individuals who had the fortitude to confront Archie Bunker was the patriarch of the series, George.

58 POLICE SQUAD

Following the success of their Airplane! movies, Zucker Abrahams and Zucker debuted a similarly satirical and deadpan take on police procedurals that completely baffled prime-time network audiences.

The comedy tv series was poorly received by ABC but was adored by its fans. Its six episodes produced a small but devoted fan base, which helped to sustain the buzz throughout the decade and pave the way for the Naked Gun films. 

59 INSECURE

The ups and downs of life for Black millennial women are explored in Issa Rae's sunny, sexy dramedy, comedy tv series, which sheds light on everything from the often hilarious tumult of sex and relationships to the humbling struggle of purpose-seeking. It's also a breathtaking examination of the closeness and heartache of female friendship, tracing the intimate but turbulent bond between its lead character, Issa, and her lifelong best friend, Molly. The work of a genuine auteur, Insecure is raunchy, humorous, and profoundly perceptive.

60 WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS 

What We Do in the Shadows, a silly mockumentary mash-up of comedy tv series is based on Taika Waititi's same-named film and follows four vampire housemates as they navigate modern life while living in a Staten Island mansion. The show's bizarre and off-kilter mix of the otherworldly and everyday creates hilarious magic.

Conclusion

60 of our all-time favorites, including classics and fresh standouts, sketch comedies and scripted shows, mockumentaries, and workplace comedies, are presented in no particular sequence. Keep a pillow close at hand when you settle in on the couch to watch your latest obsession; you'll need it to cushion your ribs when they begin to hurt from laughter.