Category: Comedy Series
Which comedy series have enchanted me with their clever writing, witty humor, and incisive satire? Which comedy series feel like a comforting haven, always capable of lifting my spirits when I’m at my lowest?
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I’ve Been Watching – Parks and Recreation (NBC, 2009-15)
There’s only one thing I hate more than lying: skim milk, which is water that’s lying about being milk. Parks and Recreation is a political satire mockumentary sitcom created by Greg Daniels and Michael Schur, who are known for their work on The Office (Yes… perhaps I’ll talk about The Good Place at some point). Parks…
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I’ve Been Watching – The Office (NBC, 2005-13)
[Ryan] Did this happen on company property?[Michael] Yes. It was on company property with company property, so double jeopardy. We are fine.[Ryan] I don’t think you understand how jeopardy works.[Michael] Oh, right. I’m sorry. What is “We’re fine”? NBC’s classic comedic series, The Office, has firmly established itself as one of the greatest comedy series…
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I’ve Been Watching – 30 Rock (NBC, 2006-13)
I found a nursing home off the coast of Maine and run by the same French company that oversaw Napoleon’s exile. She will be treated humanely, but there will be no escape. – Jack Donaghy NBC’s 30 Rock, widely celebrated as one of the greatest comedy series of all time, has always been a comfort…
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I’ve Been Watching – Seinfeld (NBC, 1989-98)
Here it goes, my favorite comedy series of all time. NBC’s Seinfeld, hailed as the greatest comedy series of all time, has left an indelible mark on television history. Created by comedic genius Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld, the show presents a unique approach to comedy, focusing on the minutiae of everyday life, making it…
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I’ve Been Watching – Saturday Night Live (NBC, 1975-Present)
Saturday Night Live (SNL) has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975, captivating audiences with its unique blend of satire, parody, and absurdity. The sketches on SNL cover a wide array of topics, often reflecting the cultural and political zeitgeist of the moment. From lampooning political figures and celebrities to poking…
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I’ve Been Watching – Arrested Development (FOX, 2003-06; NETFLIX, 2013-19)
Has anyone in this family ever seen a chicken? – Michael Bluth Created by Mitchell Hurwitz, Arrested Development is a television series that redefines the sitcom landscape with its sharp wit, intricate storytelling, and eccentric characters. The show, which originally aired on Fox from 2003 to 2006 before being revived by Netflix, follows the dysfunctional Bluth family,…