TV Show Recs - Comedy Edition
1. If you like ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT...try SCHITT’S CREEK
Summary: Similar to Arrested Development, Schitt’s Creek also follows a spoiled and eccentric family, the Roses. In this comedy series, the Rose family loses all their money and are left with only one asset the government deemed valueless: ownership of the small town of Schitt’s Creek. It is here the Roses must adjust to their new life without money. This is one of the absolute funniest shows. It has clever jokes, heartfelt writing, and outstanding performances. Catherine O’hara as Moira Rose is nothing short of spectacular.
Where to Watch: Netflix
2. If you like PARKS & RECREATION...try TRIAL & ERROR
Summary: Like Parks & Rec, this comedy series takes place in a small town filled with oddball characters. It follows Josh, a defense lawyer, as he attempts to prove his client innocent of the murder of his wife. The jokes in this show are absolutely killer and the humor style is very similar to Parks. A criminally underwatched show in my opinion.
Where to Watch: NBC.com
3. If you like FLEABAG...try CHEWING GUM
Summary: Chewing Gum, like Fleabag, also developed out of a one-woman theatre piece and features similar themes such as dealing with family and modern relationships. It also uses similar narrative styles like addressing the camera directly during a scene. Funny and feel good and a little bit crude, this show is anchored by an incredible performance by Michaela Coel as main character Tracey Gordon.
Where to Watch: Netflix
4. If you like BROAD CITY...try THE GAY AND WONDROUS LIFE OF CALEB GALLO
Summary: Broad City was developed from a web series, so it seems fitting to suggest another great web series: The Gay & Wondrous Life of Caleb Gallo, which follows Caleb Gallo as he navigates relationships and friendships. Like Broad City, Caleb Gallo has very funny and unique writing, as well as some great comedic performances.
Where to Watch: Youtube (free)
5. If you like SUPERSTORE...try PARTY DOWN
Summary: Though you could probably consider Superstore a hidden gem in itself, even more unknown is Party Down. Another workplace comedy like Superstore, Party Down focuses on a group of struggling actors as they work at a catering company. It features familiar faces like Adam Scott, Jane Lynch, Jennifer Coolidge, and Lizzy Caplan.
Where to Watch: Hulu