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'The Simpsons' - The beloved animated series has been on since 1989. Nothing beats the notorious Homer Simpson and his dysfunctional family. Doh!

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‘Cheers’ -

This show had an all-star cast with Ted Danson, Rhea Perlman, and Woody Harrelson at the helm. It's all about a group of people who go to the same bar in Boston, and their lives together.

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‘Frasier’ -

A spin-off of 'Cheers,' this sitcom is about a psychiatrist who has a radio show. He lives with his brother, father, and adorable dog. It's funny, light-hearted, and has some great familial jokes.

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'Friends' -

'Friends' is perhaps the most successful sitcom of all time. It chronicles the lives of six friends living in New York City. You never fail to see some of the characteristics of your own friends in these lovely personalities.

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‘Arrested Development’ -

When Michael Bluth's (Jason Bateman) father gets sent to prison, he has to step up and run the family affairs. They make it very hard for him!

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‘Seinfeld’ -

Possibly the funniest TV show of all time, the "show about nothing" follows the lives of comedian Jerry Seinfeld and his friends in New York.

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‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ -

The brilliant Larry David, who also co-created 'Seinfeld,' shows his most pessimistic side in this sitcom that will have you on the edge of your seat in laughter and discomfort. It shows the life of Larry David with his friends in Los Angeles.

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‘Fawlty Towers’ -

In this bashful British comedy, hotel owner Basil Fawlty (John Cleese) has to try and run a hotel, even though he is completely incompetent.

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‘Parks and Recreation’ -

A stellar cast fronted by Amy Poehler helped make this show an all-American favorite. It follows the goings-on of a small-town public office in Indiana.

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‘All in the Family’ -

This show was a favorite in the 1970s. It's about a working-class man who constantly feuds with his family. It'll certainly make you chuckle.

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‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show’ -

Unsurprisingly, Mary Tyler Moore is the star of this show. When a relationship takes a turn for the worse, she decides to pick up and move. She finds a job as an associate producer in a small newsroom. The show is about her interactions with people at home and work.

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‘The Office’ (US) -

‘The Office’ is the American version of the UK one, and it is no less funny. It tells the story of the clashes between people in an average office. And, of course, there's a fair bit of romance too.

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‘30 Rock’ -

Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, Tracy Morgan, and Jane Krakowski all star in this humorous sitcom. Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) has to run a successful TV company while her colleagues are constantly making it difficult for her.

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‘The Dik Van Dyke Show’ -

‘The Dik Van Dyke Show’ was a huge hit. Dik Van Dyke is as charming in this sitcom as he is as Bert in 'Marry Poppins' (1964). The show is about his activities as a comedy writer and family man.

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‘Community’ -

When a lawyer is suspended from his practice, he has to enter community college. The series is all about Jeff Winger's (Joel McHale) entertaining interactions with the rest of the community college students.

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‘The Andy Griffith Show’ -

Back in the day, they were big on personality TV shows (programs based around one person). This show follows the life of Sheriff Andy Taylor in North Carolina. In the sleepy town of Mayberry, there are very few crimes to solve. So he has to fill his time with other things!

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‘Taxi’ -

As the name might suggest, this series is all about a group of New Yorkers who work in a taxicab company. They grapple with their dreams and have to reconcile them with their everyday life.

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‘Roseanne’ -

‘Roseanne’ is centered on the life of Roseanne Conner (Roseanne Barr). The show chronicles the life of a normal, working-class family and their fun approach to life.

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‘South Park’ -

‘South Park’ is an adult cartoon that still dominates the scene. It literally invented a new genre with its distinctive animation and voices.

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‘Malcolm in the Middle’ -

‘Malcolm in the Middle’ is a family-friendly show all about a boy, Malcolm (Frankie Muniz), who is a gifted teenager. He has to survive in a dysfunctional yet loving family while trying to get his own life in order.

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‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ -

A group of friends come together to run an Irish pub in Philadelphia and have to deal with all the trials it brings.

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‘The Honeymooners’ -

This comedy from the 1950s is about two men trying hard to impress their wives. One of them is a bus driver and the other a sewer worker. They are trying hard to make themselves rich while their partners just look on with incredulity.

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‘Sex and the City’ -

There is no substitute for a little education from the ‘Sex and the City’ women. Four women try and make it in New York while living a lavishly luxurious lifestyle.

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‘The Bob Newhart Show’ -

‘The Bob Newhart Show’ is based around Dr. Robert Hartley (Bob Newhart). The show follows his adventures as a psychologist both at home and in the workplace.

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‘Fleabag’ -

‘Fleabag’ brought Phoebe Waller-Bridge incredible notoriety as both an actress and writer. Her signature wit and brilliant execution make this program a must-watch.

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'Atlanta' -

In this highly critically acclaimed show, Earn (Donald Glover) and Alfred (Brian Tyree Henry) are trying to become rappers. It has a comedic side while also addressing important issues of the day with clarity and depth.

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‘Louie’ -

'Louie' is a hysterical take on the life of comedian Louie C.K. He talks about being a dad, romance, and general life problems he has trouble overcoming.

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