Here are some more heartwarming, funny, and quirky family shows, but with a twist.
1. The Middle (2009-2018) "The Middle" gives you a glimpse into the daily life of the Heck family residing in Orson, Indiana. Frankie Heck, played by Patricia Heaton (from "Everybody Loves Raymond"), is a middle-class, overworked mom of three, trying her best to keep her quirky family together.
There's Axl, the laid-back, often shirtless teen; Sue, the relentlessly optimistic and often overlooked middle child; and Brick, the youngest and quite the bookworm, with a habit of repeating words to himself. Money's tight, life's messy, but the Hecks handle everything with humor and love.
2. Raising Hope (2010-2014) Meet Jimmy Chance, a 23-year-old pool cleaner who suddenly finds himself a single dad after the mother of his child, essentially a one night stand, is incarcerated.
Now, Jimmy's responsibility isn't just his child, Hope, but also handling his wacky family. There's Virginia, his cleaning lady mom; Burt, his landscaper dad; and Maw Maw, his eccentric great-grandmother who occasionally thinks she's in her 20s.
3. Yes, Dear (2000-2006) The series centers around two couples and their children living in Los Angeles. Greg and Kim Warner are the prim and proper pair, focusing on providing a perfect upbringing for their son. In stark contrast, Kim's laid-back brother, Jimmy, and his wife, Christine, live in the guest house with their two boys, leading a more relaxed and a pretty chaotic parenting style.
4. According to Jim (2001-2009) If you think handling kids is tough, try handling eight of them. The series introduces us to Jim, played by Jim Belushi, a fun-loving dad with a big heart and often bigger antics. With his loving wife Cheryl by his side, they face the day-to-day challenges of raising their brood.
Whether it's playing guitar at 3 a.m. or building a treehouse without instructions, Jim's solutions to problems often lead to even bigger issues, much to Cheryl's chagrin.
5. Grounded for Life (2001-2005) Ever met parents who are more like kids themselves? That's the Finnertys for you. "Grounded for Life" follows Sean and Claudia Finnerty, a young Staten Island couple who got pregnant in high school and now find themselves managing three kids while still trying to hold on to their youth.
There's Lily, the teenage daughter always pushing boundaries; Jimmy, their son who's just trying to fit in; and Henry, the youngest, often caught up in his parents' antics.
6. Last Man Standing (2011-2021) Meet Mike Baxter, a guy's guy, working at a sporting goods store and living in a house dominated by women. Tim Allen shines as Mike, who's surrounded by his wife, Vanessa, and their three daughters.
Each episode sees Mike trying to maintain his manliness amidst the sea of estrogen. Whether he's teaching his youngest to drive or trying to avoid attending opera with Vanessa, Mike's old-school ways often clash with the women in his life.
7. Rules of Engagement (2007-2013) "Rules of Engagement" puts relationships on full display, focusing on two couples and their single friend. There's Jeff and Audrey, a long-married duo with their own set of marital challenges, then Adam and Jennifer, the newly engaged pair trying to figure out what commitment means. And finally, there's Russell, the forever-single playboy, navigating the world of dating.
Together, they show us the ups and downs, ins and outs of relationships in hilarious ways.
8. Still Standing (2002-2006) Ever met high school sweethearts still madly in love and ridiculously fun after years of marriage? Bill and Judy Miller are just that. Residing in Chicago with their three kids, this duo might not be the most conventional parents on the block.
While their methods can be a tad unconventional, like using white lies or sneaking around to avoid parent-teacher conferences, their love and commitment to their family are undeniable.
9. My Wife and Kids (2001-2005) Damon Wayans stars as Michael Kyle, a loving husband and modern-day dad, trying to guide his family through the rollercoaster of life. Between his wife's whims, his son's get-rich-quick schemes, and his daughters' teenage dramas, Michael often finds himself at the center of comedic chaos.
While his parenting style can be unique (like making his son wear a pregnancy suit to teach him a lesson), at the end of the day, it's all about love and laughs.
10. 8 Simple Rules (2002-2005) Parenting teenagers is no walk in the park, especially if you're a protective dad with two teenage daughters! John Ritter shines as Paul Hennessy, a former sports writer turned house-husband after his wife, Cate, returns to work.
Armed with his "8 simple rules" for dating his teenage daughters, Paul tries to navigate the challenges of modern parenting, from first dates to driving lessons.
