10 Underrated Sitcoms Everyone Should Watch At Least Once

Somebody Somewhere

A sitcom about finding a second chance in life, Sam returns to her hometown in Kansas after a personal loss. She struggles to get her life back on track and reconnect with people she once knew. Eventually, she finds her safe haven among a group of outsiders who share a love for music, and that connection changes everything. It's a heartfelt sitcom about friendship, community, and second chances.

Resident Alien

A very underrated sitcom that follows an alien who crash-lands on Earth with a mission to wipe out humanity. But while carefully planning his attack and living among humans, something begins to change in him. He grows unexpectedly comfortable around the people he meets and starts forming genuine bonds with them, creating a major obstacle to his mission.

Enlisted

Enlisted follows three brothers who reunite at a military base after years apart. Despite their very different personalities, they find themselves working together while managing a group of misfit soldiers. The series balances workplace comedy with plenty of sibling drama, creating a fun mix of heartfelt moments and laughs.

Kim's Convenience

This sitcom follows a Korean-Canadian family that runs a convenience store in Toronto. It's genuinely fun watching them navigate family drama, everyday life, and the endless variety of customers who walk through their doors.

Go On

You know a sitcom is going to be funny when it stars Matthew Perry. Go On follows Ryan King, a radio host who joins a support group after the death of his wife. What begins as a place for healing gradually turns into an unusual but lovable friend group.

Happy Endings

Happy Endings remains one of the most underrated sitcoms of the 2010s. The ABC comedy debuted in 2011 and developed a loyal cult following, but scheduling changes and episodes airing out of order hurt its chances of reaching a wider audience. Despite that, it's one of the sharpest and funniest ensemble comedies of its era.

Great News

Great News is an incredibly funny sitcom with hilarious character dynamics. A TV news producer gets the shock of her life when her mother lands an internship at the very same station where she works. It's the kind of comedy that deserves a spot on your watchlist if you're looking for plenty of laughs.

Living Single

Set in Brooklyn, this classic sitcom follows six friends sharing a brownstone while balancing their careers, friendships, relationships, and personal dreams. While it may remind some viewers of Friends, Living Single has its own unique charm and identity that makes it stand out.

Rutherford Falls

A lighthearted comedy about the friendship between Nathan and Reagan, two lifelong friends whose loyalty is tested when a historical statue in their hometown becomes the center of controversy. Nathan protests its removal because it honors his ancestor, while Reagan finds herself torn between supporting her friend and acknowledging the struggles faced by her own ancestors.

The Carmichael Show

Inspired by the life of Jerrod Carmichael, this sitcom revolves around a family that somehow manages to turn even the smallest disagreements into major debates. Mostly set in the family living room, the show explores relationships, differing viewpoints, and the ways families stay connected despite constant arguments.