Steve Coogan’s painfully awkward broadcaster, Alan Partridge, remains one of Britain’s most beloved comedic characters.

Fun Fact: Coogan developed the character through BBC radio sketches before the TV series. 

A nerdy sitcom about socially awkward scientists and their friendships, relationships, and love of geek culture.

Fun Fact: Mayim Bialik, who played Amy, is a real-life neuroscientist. 

A medical comedy-drama that balances slapstick humor with heartfelt moments, following young doctors at Sacred Heart Hospital.

Fun Fact: The series’ writers consulted real doctors, and many patient stories were based on true events. 

This iconic sitcom follows six New Yorkers navigating life and love, becoming a cultural phenomenon.

Fun Fact: The cast negotiated equal pay, making $1 million per episode in later seasons. 

A fast-paced satire of the TV industry, 30 Rock follows Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) as she juggles her eccentric boss, chaotic writers, and unpredictable stars. Packed with witty humor and pop culture jokes, it’s a comedy classic.

Fun Fact: The title refers to 30 Rockefeller Plaza, NBC’s real headquarters, home to Saturday Night Live, where Fey was a head writer. 

John Cleese stars as the rude and chaotic hotel owner Basil Fawlty in this legendary British sitcom.

Fun Fact: The series only has 12 episodes, yet remains one of the most beloved comedies of all time. 

A feel-good cop comedy following an oddball squad, Brooklyn Nine-Nine is full of witty humor and heartwarming friendships.

Fun Fact: The “Nine-Nine!” chant was improvised by Terry Crews and became a show staple. 

Larry David plays a fictionalized version of himself in this improv-heavy comedy full of awkward social mishaps and cringe-worthy moments.

Fun Fact: The show accidentally provided an alibi for a man wrongfully accused of murder. 

An inspired Cheers spinoff, Frasier follows a pompous radio psychiatrist navigating family and love in Seattle.

Fun Fact: Eddie, the show’s beloved Jack Russell Terrier, received more fan mail than some human cast members. 

This cult Irish comedy follows three eccentric priests exiled to a remote island, delivering absurd humor and satire.

Fun Fact: The actor playing Father Jack, Frank Kelly, was a teetotaler despite his character’s constant drunkenness. 

This iconic war dramedy follows doctors in a Korean War field hospital, blending humor with poignant social commentary.

Fun Fact: The series finale remains one of the most-watched TV episodes in history. 

Ricky Gervais' bleakly hilarious workplace comedy introduced the world to David Brent’s cringeworthy antics.

Fun Fact: The series’ awkward, documentary-style humor influenced a generation of TV comedies. 

This classic British sitcom follows market trader Del Boy and his brother Rodney as they chase wealth through dodgy schemes.

Fun Fact: The show's “Batman and Robin” scene is one of the UK’s most beloved comedy moments. 

Set in a Boston bar, Cheers is a classic sitcom about friendship, love, and witty barroom banter, starring Ted Danson as bartender Sam Malone.

Fun Fact: The show’s theme song, Where Everybody Knows Your Name, became one of the most recognizable in TV history. 

This cult comedy follows the dysfunctional Bluth family after their fortune disappears. With fast-paced jokes, running gags, and an all-star cast, it rewards repeat viewing.

Fun Fact: Narrated by Ron Howard, the show frequently references his Hollywood career, including a Happy Days joke about Fonzie. 

Set in 1990s Northern Ireland, Derry Girls hilariously follows a group of Catholic schoolgirls navigating teenage life amidst political unrest.

Fun Fact: The show’s creator, Lisa McGee, based many storylines on her own teenage experiences. 

A group of morally bankrupt friends run a dive bar in this long-running, irreverent comedy.

Fun Fact: The pilot was made for just $200, proving that great ideas don’t need big budgets. 

A feel-good comedy about the quirky employees of Pawnee’s Parks Department, led by the ever-optimistic Leslie Knope.

Fun Fact: The show was almost canceled after season one but was retooled into one of TV’s most beloved comedies. 

A dark British sitcom following two dysfunctional flatmates, shot entirely from their perspectives for a unique, immersive style.

Fun Fact: It holds the record as Channel 4’s longest-running sitcom. 

A “show about nothing” that revolutionized sitcoms, Seinfeld follows four self-absorbed New Yorkers and their daily absurdities.

Fun Fact: The infamous “Soup Nazi” character was inspired by a real New York chef. 

Four women navigate love, careers, and friendship in NYC, redefining modern television’s approach to female-driven storytelling.

Fun Fact: Carrie’s tutu in the opening credits was a $5 thrift store find. 

This beloved adaptation follows the daily lives of Dunder Mifflin’s quirky employees, led by Steve Carell’s Michael Scott.

Fun Fact: Jim’s teapot gift to Pam in Season 2 became a key symbol of their relationship.