1. "The Detour"
Strap in, mates! Off we go on a wildly unpredictable family road trip. Nate Parker plans a simple, memorable family vacation, but what does he get? Detours galore! Missing spouses, bizarre encounters, and mishaps that make you question if Google Maps is truly out to get us all.
It's absurdity on wheels. Would I put this on a travel itinerary? Not really, but for a hearty chuckle, absolutely.
2. "Raising Hope"
You ever meet someone and think, "Their family is... unique"? Enter Jimmy Chance, a twenty-something pool cleaner who becomes an accidental dad. With an eccentric family in tow and a baby from a one-night stand with a fugitive, it's parenthood at its wackiest.
There's love, there's chaos, and there's Maw Maw, the senile grandmother. Would I babysit? Not for all the gold in the world, but I'd watch their antics any day.
3. "The Mick"
Riches to rags, darlings! Mackenzie "Mickey" Murphy, an absolute mess of a woman, becomes guardian to her wealthy sister's children. Rich kids meet real-world catastrophe.
The kids are spoiled, the adults, well, questionable. And Mickey? Bless her heart, she tries. Sometimes. A gold-digging aunt with a heart of... bronze? Worth a peek through the mansion windows.
4. "Speechless"
Diversity in a family sitcom? Oh, indeed! The DiMeo family isn't your run-of-the-mill brood. Why? J.J., the eldest son, has cerebral palsy.
This isn't just a show about a family rallying around a member with special needs, it's about breaking barriers with humor. Maya, the helicopter mom, leads the charge with a wit sharper than a samurai blade. Comedy with depth? Now, that's a delicious sandwich I'd bite into.
5. "Better Things"
To the single moms out there, this one's for you! Sam Fox juggles her acting career, motherhood to three daughters, and... well, life. It's raw, it's genuine, and did I mention it's sprinkled with mom meltdowns? Not your typical candy-coated sitcom, but then again, isn't life a bit sour sometimes?
6. "Trial & Error"
How about a slice of mockumentary pie? A young lawyer finds himself in a small Southern town to defend a quirky poetry professor accused of murdering his wife. The townsfolk? As eccentric as a cat in pajamas.
It's a courtroom comedy, where every witness stand becomes a stage for hilarity. If "Modern Family" and "Parks & Rec" had a baby, this would be it. But be warned: the laughter is infectious.
7. "The Real O'Neals"
Ready for a sprinkling of Irish-Catholic family drama? When the youngest son comes out as gay, the O'Neals' picture-perfect façade crumbles, unveiling all their quirks and secrets.
Prayer sessions, guilt trips, and heartwarming reconciliations. It's a roller-coaster of faith, love, and identity. Holy moly, this one's a gem!
8. "Fresh Off The Boat"
A Taiwanese family sails into the heartland of 90s Orlando. It's a fresh take on the classic immigrant story, with hip-hop, colorful windbreakers, and a mom with killer business acumen. The dad? Runs a cowboy-themed steakhouse. The boys? Navigating school, hip-hop, and identity.
Ever felt like a fish out of water, or perhaps, fresh off the boat? Relatable, nostalgic, and deliciously funny.
9. "Catastrophe"
Fancy a whirlwind romance? Rob, an American ad executive, and Sharon, an Irish teacher, have a week-long fling. Result? A pregnancy. Follow them as they navigate relationship challenges, parenthood, and the occasional catastrophe (pun fully intended).
It's blunt, it's real, and if you've ever wondered what happens after the 'happily ever after', this is your playbook.
10. "Schitt's Creek"
Oh, honey! Ever dreamt of being filthy rich? The Roses did too, until they lost it all and ended up in – wait for it – Schitt's Creek, a town they once bought as a joke.
High society meets rural life, and it's a cocktail of hilarious adjustments. Couture fashion in a run-down motel, and a local café that serves as... everything. Pure comedic gold? Without a doubt. For fans of "Modern Family", this is the cherry on the sitcom sundae!