7 Best (But Lesser-Known) Sitcoms Like How I Met Your Mother, Per Reddit

written by Samantha Hayes

May 27, 2023 6:15 am

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Here are some shows to scratch that HIMYM itch.

How I Met Your Mother ended almost a decade ago, but thousands of fans are still rewatching the sitcom, enjoying the crazy cast chemistry and ingenious gags that made the show stand out from the likes of Seinfeld and Friends.

If you miss the series as much as we do (but don't want to watch it for the tenth time), Reddit has just the solution for you.

Here are seven shows that will surely remind you of Barney Stinson and company.

Happy Endings (Rotten Tomatoes – 76%)

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The story of six young Chicagoans navigating their adult lives was certainly developed with shows like HIMYM and Friends in mind, and the end result proved to be just as endearing.

That '70s Show (Rotten Tomatoes – 78%)

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While this iconic show is significantly older than HIMYM, its cast chemistry and feel-good vibe will surely make even the 70s haters look past the setting.

Scrubs (Rotten Tomatoes – 83%)

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The iconic medical comedy is still fondly remembered for its offbeat humor and a host of larger-than-life characters, each of whom can rival Barney for sheer debauchery.

Psych (Rotten Tomatoes – 89%)

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Here's something completely different — a crime procedural with an insane amount of humor and wacky characters whose banter puts them on par with HIMYM's Robin and Ted.

Superstore (Rotten Tomatoes – 93%)

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This sleeper hit about employees of a big-box chain store flew under the radar for several seasons, but true fans of comedy will surely appreciate the appeal of this ensemble show that puts its heroes' chemistry above all else.

New Girl (Rotten Tomatoes – 95%)

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Just like HIMYM, New Girl was never hailed for crazy plot twists, as viewers simply loved the show's truthful yet perfectly comedic take on being young in the USA. In addition, the series' cast is one of the greatest in comedy television history, with each actor complementing each other perfectly.

The Good Place (Rotten Tomatoes – 97%)

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While the idea of setting the show in the afterlife may sound a bit gimmicky, The Good Place has managed to build on its premise really well, and it's definitely a must-see for any comedy fan out there.

Source: Reddit.