10 of the Funniest Hulu Sitcoms You Need to Binge Now

Sitcoms make for some of the best quick binges on the planet. It also doesn’t hurt that, because their goal is to make you laugh, they’re a major serotonin boost, and we can all use some of that. It’s a good thing, then, that Hulu is stacked with them.

Next time you’re browsing for something to binge that’ll make you laugh, check out my personal list of the funniest sitcoms streaming on Hulu.

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Abbott Elementary

Abbott Elementary is one of the funniest mockumentary-style sitcoms streaming on television today.

An excellent weekend binge, Abbott Elementary follows a group of dedicated, passionate teachers and their slightly vain, tone-deaf principal as they navigate the Philadelphia public school system. Despite the obstacles they face, such as being outnumbered and underfunded, they’re determined to help their students—and each other—succeed in school and life.

In addition to a fantastic plot full of heart, the show utilizes sharp dialogue and relatable characters to convey its humorous take on what it’s like to be a teacher in the Philadelphia public school system.

My favorite character: Principal Ava Coleman (Janelle James). She’s confident, brash, and sassy but, underneath, is a big ole softy.

9

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia

Easily the funniest show following America’s most lovable psychopaths and sociopaths, It’s Always Funny in Philadelphia is a comedy staple in my house, and it should be in yours, too, considering you’re not easily offended.

It’s Always Sunny follows the daily exploits of The Gang, a group of five raging alcoholic narcissists, as they run failing Irish dive bar Paddy’s Pub in South Philadelphia. They’re egocentric degenerates who lack empathy and love nothing more than schemes, conspiracies, and reveling in each other’s misery. Whether they’re trying to pull one over on the welfare system, exploiting dumpster babies, or pretending to be crippled, The Gang never quits. For them, there’s no such thing as stooping too low. With so many episodes in its record-breaking 17-season run, it’s best to start from the beginning

My favorite character: Charlie (see Season 9, Episode 3 and Season 12, Episode 1). No explanation needed!

8

Letterkenny

Pitter-patter, let’s get at ‘er!

Letterkenny showcases the residential antics of a small rural Canadian community, where siblings Wayne (Jared Keeso) and Katy (Michelle Mylett) run a small farm and produce stand where they hang out with friends Daryl (Nathan Dales) and Squirrely Dan (K. Trevor Wilson).

There are three main social groups in Letterkenny: The Hicks, who are the farmers, The Skids, who are the social misfits, and The Hockey Players, who, well, are the local hockey players. They’re consistently at odds with each other but exhibit a degree of coexistence when faced with external threats or challenges to their community. You’ll love these quirky dynamics, the unique comedic style, and the witty, rapid-fire dialogue that’s ripe with wordplay.

My favorite character: Katy. She can hang with the boys and still look like a goddess.

7

Life in Pieces

A must-watch for Colin Hanks fans, Life in Pieces chronicles three generations of the Short family. Dianne Wiest and James Brolin star as heads of a large but awkward family as they reach major milestones.

Eldest daughter Heather (Betsy Brandt) and her husband consider having another baby as they face becoming empty nesters—middle child Matt (Thomas Sadoski) thinks he’s found true love but isn’t sure, and youngest child Greg (Colin Hanks) is adjusting to the overwhelming lifestyle of being a first-time parent.

You’ll love Life in Pieces for its relatable family humor, light-hearted comedy, and heartwarming moments, as well as the chemistry shared between this ensemble cast. Each episode is told as four short stories—one for each branch of the family.

My favorite character: Greg Short. Hanks is just as funny as his father with his facial expressions and his delivery.

6

Married… With Children

Ah, the hit sitcom that launched Ed O’Neill, Katey Sagal, Christina Applegate, and David Faustino into stardom. It’s one of the best classic 80s sitcoms to stream when you’re feeling nostalgic.

Set in the Chicago suburbs, Married… With Children follows the lives of the Bundy family, who would rather gnaw on nails than be kind to one another. Patriarch Al (O’Neill) is a misogynistic shoe salesman who’s perpetually grumpy. His wife, Peggy (Sagal), is a housewife, but housework is not her forte. Their kids, Kelly (Applegate) and Bud (Faustino), don’t have much going for them; they’re slackers.

Married… With Children is a biting, scathing comedy showcasing the constant verbal sparring of married folks. Its comedy is timeless and lands just as firmly today as it did decades ago.

My favorite character: Al Bundy. His grumpiness is completely relatable, and his delivery is genius.

5

Schitt’s Creek

They’re filthy rich, imperfect, and over-the-top ridiculous. They’re the Rose family, and they’ve just lost everything they own … almost. The only thing they get to keep is a small, rural, underdeveloped town called Schitt’s Creek, which patriarch Johnny (Eugene Levy) bought as a joke for his son David (Dan Levy).

With their two spoiled kids in tow, Johnny and Moira (Catherine O’Hara) pack up their clothes and take a bus to their new hometown, where they’re forced to stay in a motel. Their new life of poverty is quite an adjustment, and it’s a hysterical one.

What I love about Schitt’s Creek is its wealth of humor and heart. Every character in the show perfectly embodies their eccentricities, which are portrayed through some extremely intelligent, comedic writing. It’s witty and full of social commentary, with a lesson on family unity, making it a must-see.

My favorite character: Moira. She’s eccentric, spoiled, and overly dramatic about every single thing, and we all know she’s a queen at such extreme portrayals.

4

The Mick

It’s Always Sunny‘s Kaitlin Olsen is on fire right now, which is even more reason to backtrack and watch this underrated sitcom. The Mick follows Mackenzie “Mickey” Murphy (Olsen), an unapologetic degenerate who moves to the affluent area of Greenwich, Connecticut, to raise her very spoiled, ill-mannered niece and nephews, whose parents fled the country in the wake of criminal charges.

Mickey is a tough-love kind of aunt, and she’s not one to take sass from kids, but together with her boyfriend, Jimmy (Scott MacArthur), and housekeeper, Alba (Carla Jimenez), they find a way to make this blended family work.

The Mick features a mix of wild, crazy, dark comedy, full of slapstick humor and wit through sarcasm. Laughs are what drive this sitcom as it explores themes of dysfunction, irresponsibility, social class differences, and family dynamics.

My favorite character: Mickey. She speaks before she thinks, but she always says what she means. I dig that.

3

The Mindy Project

The Mindy Project is quirky, realistic, and yields a very cosmopolitan/Sex and the City-like existence. Mindy Kaling stars as Mindy Lahiri, a very smart, very successful obstetrician/gynecologist surrounded by unconventional co-workers in a small medical practice in New York City. The show follows her efforts to balance her personal and professional life. She wants to become a more well-rounded woman who is punctual, frugal, and well-read instead of one who’s obsessed with romantic comedies.

Featuring a top-notch cast of comedic actors, such as Chris Messina, Ike Barinholtz, and Fortune Feimster, The Mindy Project is a genuinely funny sitcom that is extremely well-written.

My favorite character: Morgan Tookers. Although overbearing at times, Nurse Morgan is a recovering criminal with a big heart. He tends to overstep boundaries but is well-meaning, often with unintentionally hilarious results.

2

The Real O’Neals

I clearly remember the season premiere of The Real O’Neals, because I choked on my food from laughing so hard. It’s a perfect comedy to stream when you need a quick laugh.

The O’Neals are a traditional, close-knit Irish Catholic family where dad knows best, mom knows more, and no one knows their secrets … until they’re exposed at a church function in front of God and most of the congregation.

Eileen (Martha Plimpton) and Pat (Jay R. Ferguson) are getting a divorce, eldest son Jimmy (Matt Shively)—a popular high school wrestler—is anorexic, middle son Kenny (Noah Galvin) is gay, and young Shannon (Bebe Wood) is a budding thief and atheist. Once their secrets are exposed, the family decides to embrace their truth and walk through this messy chapter of their life together. As they drop the façade, they discover the freedom that comes with just being themselves.

My favorite character: It’s a toss-up between Jimmy and Kenny. You’ll have to watch to see why!

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What We Do in the Shadows

A vampire satire from Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement? Where do I sign up? What We Do in the Shadows takes us into the nightly lives of four vampires who’ve lived together on Staten Island for over a century.

Nandor the Relentless (Kayvan Novak) is a warrior and conqueror from the Ottoman Empire. British vampire Laszlo (Matt Berry) is a bit of a rogue—a dandy and a fop, he would say. Nadja (Natasia Demetriou) is a temptress, a seductress, and Laszlo’s wife, and Colin Robinson (Mark Proksch), is a day-walker and an energy vampire who sucks life from people by boring them to death. Living with them is their human familiar, Guillermo (Guillermo de la Cruz), who is, perhaps, the most important character in the series.

I love this mockumentary sitcom’s consistent humor. Yes, the characters are funny, but the vampires’ efforts to navigate a modern world via ancient ways takes the cake. I also love the show’s clever use of vampire lore and pop culture.

My favorite character: Colin. Energy vampires are funny, except when they’re in the form of a tiny dog in your house who stares at you for hours, hoping to wear you down so you’ll give him what he wants.

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These are but just a handful of funny sitcoms currently streaming on Hulu, but they’re guaranteed to be good for many laughs. Once you finish these, peruse the platform’s sitcoms category and see what other laughs await!