7 Best Sitcoms for Couples, According to Reddit

Laughter is undoubtedly one of life's greatest pleasures. Best of all, it doesn't cost a thing and has numerous health benefits. Unsurprisingly, people gravitate towards anything that brings them joy and laughter.

If you and your significant other ever find yourselves yearning for comedic entertainment, here are seven comedy shows to enjoy, ranked according to Rotten Tomatoes rankings.

7. Drop Dead Diva (2009-2015, 6 seasons, 78%)

This legal fantasy drama is far from lacking in comedy. The show follows a model who dies in a car accident and is resurrected in a lawyer's body, offering a delightful mix of drama, romance, and humour, all set against a fantasy backdrop. Drop Dead Diva is a great show to 'Netflix-and-chill' to.

6. Episodes (2011-2017, 5 seasons, 80%)

This series follows a British TV writing duo who are invited to the US to adapt their sitcom for American audiences. Episodes blends humour from both sides of the Atlantic, ensuring laughs all around.

5. Hot In Cleveland (2010-2015, 6 seasons, circa 80%)

A quintessential sitcom, Hot in Cleveland features three middle-aged friends from Los Angeles who unexpectedly move to Cleveland. There, they share a house with a comical older woman, portrayed by the legendary Betty White. The dynamic between the four characters is the heart of the show.

4. Party Down (2009-2010, 3 seasons, 94%)

This series follows a group of friends in Los Angeles—aspiring artists and actors who turn to catering to make ends meet. Party Down offers a humorous glimpse into the other side of Hollywood.

3. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005-present, 15 seasons, 94%)

This classic sitcom has been on the air for an impressive eighteen years, following a group of friends from the titular city as they navigate life's challenges.

The eagerly anticipated sixteenth season is set to premiere on 7 June.

2. Ghosts (British) (2019-present, 4 seasons, 5th announced, 95%)/Ghosts (American) (2021-present, 2 seasons, 96%)

This BBC comedy follows a couple who inherit a sprawling country manor, only to discover it's haunted. After a head injury and subsequent coma, the wife gains the ability to see and interact with the resident ghosts.

Excellently written and performed, the show has an American adaptation that features similar characters but with some unique twists. CBS's version has aired two seasons, with a third already confirmed.

1. Younger (2015-2021, 7 seasons, 98%)

This comedic drama follows a newly divorced woman in her forties who moves to New York and seeks employment. Along the way, she lies about her age, leading to a series of unexpected consequences.

Fresh, uplifting, and unconventional, Younger is the perfect choice for a couple's night in.

Source: Rotten Tomatoes.