The seven sitcoms praised by viewers as ‘perfect 10 out of 10 shows’ – and how to watch them
Sitcom fanatics have put together a list of ‘perfect 10 out of 10 shows’ with something for everyone.
A Reddit user asked other sitcom enthusiasts, “What’s a sitcom that started as a 10, stayed a 10, and ended as a 10?”
They added, “What’s a sitcom that started strong, remained consistently great throughout, and then ended on a high note without losing its charm?” No loss of quality, no rushed ending, just a perfect run from start to finish.’
Submissions poured in and intense discussions ensued until they agreed on a definitive list of perfect sitcoms. But do you agree with their choices?
Malcolm in the middle
Malcom in the Middle dominated TV screens in the 2000s and captivated millennial and early Gen Z youth.
Many of the Redditors agreed that it belongs on the list, with one stating that “it’s even better” to rewatch it as an adult.
Frankie Muniz plays Malcom, a young boy growing up in a chaotic family, with his three crazy brothers, mild father Hal and strict mother Lois, played by Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek.
Malcom in the Middle dominated TV screens in the 2000s and captivated millennial and early Gen Z youth
One Redditor called it a “phenomenal show that’s never really had a bad season,” while another said it still makes them laugh every time they watch it.
You can fully immerse yourself in Y2K nostalgia with a total of seven seasons and 151 episodes.
Malcolm in the Middle is available to stream on Disney Plus.
Veep
Fans fell in love with Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ portrayal of fictional US Vice President Seline Meyer in this political satire.
Her performance was so amazing that it earned her six Emmy Awards in a row, which in itself is enough to justify why it’s on the list.
The series ended five years ago, but Redditors still describe it as “possibly the best sitcom of all time,” with other shows unable to match its razor-sharp humor.
Fans fell in love with Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ portrayal of fictional US Vice President Seline Meyer in this political satire
The series first aired in 2012 and ended in 2019 after seven seasons and 65 episodes.
Another said: ‘I don’t think I’ve seen a comedy show with the density and impact of jokes per episode like Veep.
“I’ve seen a lot of comedies and Veep’s humor is truly unparalleled.”
Veep is available to stream on Sky and NOW.
3rd stone from the sun
Hailed as an ‘underrated’ gem by the list makers, who were impressed by its niche suggestion, 3rd Rock From The Sun follows four aliens who come to study planet Earth.
They are played by John Lithgow, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Kristen Johnston and French Stewart, described by Redditors as an “excellent cast of impressive physical comedians.”
Hailed as an ‘underrated’ gem by the list makers, who were impressed by its niche suggestion, 3rd Rock From The Sun follows four aliens who come to study planet Earth.
The series first aired in 1996 and ended in 2001 after six seasons and 139 episodes.
One of the list’s participants said, “I first watched it in full about six to seven years ago, it’s a fantastic show and deserves a lot more love than it gets compared to other shows.”
Another commented: ‘Great answer. Very underrated.’
3rd Rock From the Sun is available to stream on Channel 4.
Schitts Creek
Since its inception in 2015, Schitt’s Creek has become a cult classic with a loyal and diverse fan base who consider it a comfort show.
It revolves around a wealthy family with two entitled adult children who are forced to live in a small town, which the father had previously bought for his son as a funny birthday present, after they lost their fortune.
You see the characters grow and develop as the show plays out over six seasons and you grow to love the family you once thought were insufferable.
Since its inception in 2015, Schitt’s Creek has become a cult classic with a loyal and diverse fan base who consider it a comfort show.
Fans tend to identify with one more than the other, but the great thing about it is that there’s something relatable in all of them.
While discussing its place on the list, one Redditor said, “I think Schitt’s Creek is the rare show that got better as it went along.”
The IT crowd
Some of Britain’s biggest comedians have made a name for themselves in the IT audience, including Richard Ayoade, Katherine Parkinson, Chris O’Dowd and Matt Berry.
The series started in 2006, lasted four seasons and ended in 2010.
It follows two geeky IT technicians who work in the basement of an office building and befriend their new technophobic supervisor.
The IT Crowd follows two geeky IT technicians who work in the basement of an office building and befriend their new technophobic supervisor
The unlikely trio find themselves in hilarious and bizarre situations, which are only made funnier by their classic dry British humor.
The series also features their bizarre boss, played by Matt Berry, who quickly became a fan favorite for his histrionic and impulsive behavior.
It was a seemingly unanimous vote to add this one to the list, as Redditors agreed that they simply loved it.
The right place
People love The Good Place for its unique blend of humor, philosophy and clever storytelling, which kept fans hooked for four seasons.
Audiences see Kristen Bell’s character Eleanor Shellstrop discover what happens when you die, along with co-stars Ted Danson, William Jackson Harper and Jameela Jamil.
The light-hearted comedy mixed with thought-provoking storylines earned this show a fiercely loyal fan base who find it comforting and hopeful.
People love The Good Place for its unique blend of humor, philosophy and clever storytelling, which kept fans hooked for four seasons
One Redditor said, “It had an intriguing beginning, a fantastic middle, and a bittersweet ending.”
Another wrote: ‘Every scene was amazing. It found its feet immediately and never hesitated. It’s phenomenal.’
The Good Place is available to stream on Netflix.
30 Rock
30 Rock is based on Tina Fey’s time working on US chat show Saturday Night Live and sees her star as head writer of a live sketch comedy show, Liz Lemon.
The series first aired in 2006 and ran until 2013, with fans left begging for more after falling in love with the constant stream of banter between characters.
30 Rock is based on Tina Fey’s time working on US chat show Saturday Night Live and sees her star as head writer of a live sketch comedy show, Liz Lemon
One Redditor described it as “consistently great”, while another praised it for being “one of the highest jokes per minute shows ever”.
Another fan said 30 Rock is “a great example of a show that started strong, stayed strong and finished strong.”
Gen Z’s love for the show after recently discovering it on streaming channels proves that it was ahead of its time and deserves a spot on this list.
30 Rock is available to stream on ITVX.
