Why You’ll Laugh Out Loud: Top 25 TV Comedy Series on Hulu

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Written By Lori C.

Lori C. writes about movies, TV shows, and the latest updates from the world of entertainment. She studied Film and Television many years ago at university and uses her knowledge to dissect the newest releases. When not in front of a laptop, she wanders around various European cities with a backpack and a little dog.

Hulu is home to a treasure trove of side-splitting comedy series sure to tickle your funny bone. The streamer’s extensive collection of series includes some of the best comedy series to ever be produced. 

Grab your popcorn and prepare for hours upon hours of the wittiest, quirkiest, and most hilarious series to ever grace your screens. From classic laughs to fresh comedic gems, these are the top 25 TV comedies you can binge now on Hulu.

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005 – ) – 8.8/10

Danny DeVito, Kaitlin Olson, and Glenn Howerton in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005
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  • Creators: Rob McElhenney, Glenn Howerton
  • Starring: Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Danny DeVito

Official synopsis: This comedic series revolves around a group of alcoholic narcissists who are running a struggling dive bar. Their relentless pursuit of selfish motives, be it for sex, money, or fame, always results in hilariously disastrous outcomes.

Freaks and Geeks (1999 – 2000) – 8.8/10

Freaks and Geeks (1999)
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  • Creator: Paul Feig
  • Starring: Linda Cardellini, John Francis Daley, James Franco

Official synopsis: This Emmy-winning series follows two groups of teens: The Freaks, including charismatic Daniel Desario and tomboy Lindsay Weir, and The Geeks, featuring Lindsay’s shy brother Sam, gentle Bill Haverchuck, and self-proclaimed ladies’ man Neal Schweiber. Through a realistic portrayal of adolescence, the show delves into typical challenges like seeking acceptance and coping with issues like drugs, alcohol, and bullying.

Letterkenny (2016 – ) – 8.7/10

Tyler Johnston and Evan Stern in VidVok (2021)
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  • Creator: Jared Keeso, Jacob Tierney
  • Starring: Jared Keeso, Nathan Dales, Michelle Mylett

Official synopsis: With sharp dialogue and impeccable comedic timing, the series offers an entertaining peek into the lives of characters residing in a small town.

Quarter Life Poetry (2019 – ) – 8.7/10

Samantha Jayne in Quarter Life Poetry (2019)
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  • Creator: Arturo Perez Jr.Samantha Jayne
  • Starring: Carissa Bazler, Marnina Schon, Dorrett White

Official synopsis: The show takes an introspective approach, offering valuable insights into the struggles and challenges encountered by introverts while shedding light on the intricate nature of anxiety.

This Is Us (2016 – 2022) – 8.7/10

Jennifer Morrison and Justin Hartley in Heart and Soul (2022)
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  • Creator: Dan Fogelman
  • Starring: Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown

Official synopsis: The series follows the intertwined lives of Rebecca and Jack Pearson and their three children, Kevin, Kate, and Randall. The show explores family dynamics from early marriage to the challenges of raising triplets and their children’s upbringing.

Atlanta (2016 – 2022) – 8.6/10

Donald Glover in Atlanta (2016)
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  • Creator: Donald Glover
  • Starring: Donald Glover, Brian Tyree Henry, LaKeith Stanfield

Official synopsis: Navigating the vibrant rap scene and real-life complexities, Atlanta’s aspiring rapper Alfred Miles, alongside his cousin Earn, tackles street life and the challenges of the music industry. With the support of imaginative companion Darius and Earn’s closest friend Vanessa, who is also the mother of his child, they strive to elevate Alfred’s career while juggling personal relationships and pursuing success.

Boris (2007 – 2022) – 8.6/10

Massimo De Lorenzo, Pietro Sermonti, Andrea Sartoretti, and Valerio Aprea in Boris (2007)
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  • Creator: Luca ManziCarlo Mazzotta
  • Starring: Luca Amorosino, Antonino Bruschetta, Paolo Calabresi

Official synopsis: Amidst constant mishaps, conflicts, and eccentric personalities, the Italian series follows a production crew as they film the low-budget TV series Gli Occhi del Cuore 2 (The Eyes of the Heart 2), offering a comedic and chaotic behind-the-scenes experience. Striving to bring the show to life despite the challenges they face, the troupe navigates through the hilarious trials of production with courage and determination.

Mr. Bean (1990) – 8.6/10

Rowan Atkinson in Mr. Bean (1990)
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  • Creators: Rowan Atkinson, Richard Curtis
  • Starring: Rowan Atkinson, Matilda Ziegler, Robin Driscoll

Official synopsis: Enter the world of Mr. Bean, a clumsy and mischievous alien man who crash-lands on Earth from his UFO. Follow the hilarious adventures of this lazy yet endearing character as he attempts to solve problems but often ends up creating even bigger disasters in this family-friendly slapstick sitcom. 

What We Do in the Shadows (2019 – ) – 8.6/10

Kayvan Novak in What We Do in the Shadows (2019)
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  • Creator: Jemaine Clement
  • Starring: Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, Natasia Demetriou

Official synopsis: What We Do in the Shadows offers a side-splitting, satirical look into the lives of four centuries-old vampires cohabiting in a house in Staten Island. Join these supernatural roommates as they comically tackle the trials of modern life, blending everyday tasks with hilariously chaotic misadventures in this uproarious comedy series.

Shoresy (2022) – 8.5/10

Harlan Blayne Kytwayhat and Jared Keeso in Shoresy (2022)
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  • Creator: Jared Keeso
  • Starring: Jared Keeso, Tasya Teles, Harlan Blayne Kytwayhat 

Official synopsis: Shoresy follows the crude and relentless character as he joins a senior AAA hockey team in Sudbury. With his foul-mouthed banter and unwavering dedication to his mother, Shoresy brings an unmatched blend of humor and competitiveness to the team, delivering an uproarious journey filled with triumph and laughter.

Schitt’s Creek (2015) – 8.5/10

Catherine O'Hara, Eugene Levy, Annie Murphy, and Dan Levy in Schitt's Creek (2015)
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  • Creators: Dan Levy, Eugene Levy 
  • Starring: Eugene Levy, Catherine O’Hara, Dan Levy

Official synopsis: Schitt’s Creek follows the wealthy Rose family, led by video store magnate Johnny Rose, who loses their fortune and is left with only one asset: the rural town of Schitt’s Creek, which they once bought as a joke. Forced to rebuild their lives in this unglamorous setting, the family embarks on a humorous and heartwarming journey of personal growth and self-discovery in the quirky small town.

A Town Without Seasons (2023) – 8.5/10

Kisetsunonaimachi (2023)
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  • Creator: Kankurô Kudô
  • Starring: Sôsuke Ikematsu, Taiga Nakano, Daichi Watanabe

Official synopsis: Over a decade after the event known as Nani, a temporary housing complex shelters those affected. However, anyone earning over 120,000 yen a month faces eviction. Hansuke enters the town with hopes of receiving financial assistance. As he observes the residents and their struggles, he gets attached to the town and its inhabitants.

Horace and Pete (2016) – 8.5/10

Steve Buscemi, Alan Alda, Jessica Lange, and Stephen Wallem in Horace & Pete (2016)
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  • Creator: Louis C.K.
  • Starring: Louis C.K., Steve Buscemi, Edie Falco

Official synopsis: Horace and Pete is a web series about two brothers, Horace and mentally ill Pete, who own their family’s Irish bar, Horace and Pete’s. The show delves into their dysfunctional family and friends, providing a dramedic exploration of complex relationships.

M*A*S*H (1972 – 1983) – 8.5/10

Alan Alda, Gary Burghoff, Beeson Carroll, William Christopher, Jamie Farr, Mike Farrell, Larry Linville, Harry Morgan, and Loretta Swit in M*A*S*H (1972)t
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  • Creator: Larry Gelbart
  • Starring: Alan Alda, Wayne Rogers, Loretta Swit

Official synopsis: The 4077th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital copes with the Korean War by creating their own fun with practical jokes and humor, making wartime life more bearable as they continue their vital work. 

Modern Family (2009 – 2020) – 8.5/10

Sofía Vergara, Ed O'Neill, and Jeremy Maguire in Modern Family (2009)
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  • Creators: Steven Levitan, Christopher Lloyd
  • Starring: Ed O’Neill, Sofía Vergara, Julie Bowen

Official synopsis: This series offers an honest, often hilarious perspective of family life through the eyes of an unseen documentary filmmaker. The show follows two families – one with three kids and the other with a gay couple who adopted a little girl – as they navigate the challenges and joys of parenting.

The Office UK (2001 – 2003) – 8.5/10

Sally Bretton, Oliver Chris, Mackenzie Crook, Lucy Davis, Martin Freeman, Ricky Gervais, Robin Hooper, Philip Pickard, Angela Clerkin, Jamie Deeks, Ben Bradshaw, Ewen MacIntosh, and Jane Lucas in The Office (2001)
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  • Creator: Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant
  • Starring: Ricky Gervais, Martin Freeman, Mackenzie Crook

Official synopsis: This mockumentary delves into the life of a mid-sized paper company in a dreary British industrial town. Manager David Brent perceives himself as the epitome of coolness and humor, but reality paints a different picture. As the cameras roll, his political rants, stand-up attempts, and unique dancing unfold, providing a regular dose of embarrassment.

The Bear (2022 – ) – 8.5/10

Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeremy Allen White in The Bear (2022)
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  • Creator: Christopher Storer
  • Starring: Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri

Official synopsis: Brilliant chef Carmen Berzatto returns home to manage his family’s sandwich shop after a devastating loss. Swapping Michelin-starred kitchens for the small business scene, he grapples with a spirited staff, family tensions, and the aftermath of his brother’s suicide.

Boston Legal (2004 – 2008) – 8.5/10

William Shatner, James Spader, and Valerie Bertinelli in Boston Legal (2004)
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  • Creator: David E. Kelley
  • Starring: James Spader, William Shatner, Candice Bergen

Official synopsis: Unscrupulous lawyer Alan Shore transitions to a prestigious firm specializing in civil cases, where he partners with the eccentric Denny Crane. Alan takes on unwinnable cases, often bending the rules. His rivalry with colleague Brad Chase grows, while Denny’s peculiar behavior raises concerns.

The Wonder Years (1988) – 8.4/10

Fred Savage, David Schwimmer, Olivia d'Abo, Jason Hervey, Dan Lauria, and Alley Mills in The Wonder Years (1988)
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  • Creators: Carol Black, Neal Marlens
  • Starring: Fred Savage, Dan Lauria, Alley Mills

Official synopsis: The series follows the coming-of-age journey of Kevin Arnold, a boy growing up in an American suburban middle-class family. Kevin’s life revolves around his parents, Jack and Norma, older siblings Wayne and Karen, best friend Paul Pfeiffer, and his romantic interest Winnie Cooper.

The Mighty Boosh (2004) – 8.4/10

Noel Fielding and Julian Barratt in The Mighty Boosh (2003)
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  • Starring: Julian Barratt, Noel Fielding, Michael Fielding

Official synopsis: The Mighty Boosh follows the wacky adventures of Vince Noir and Howard Moon. Their lives, shifting from zoo-keeping to pursuing a music career and running a secondhand shop, are enriched by a host of quirky characters in this surreal British comedy.

My So-Called Life (1994 – 1995) – 8.4/10

Claire Danes, Wilson Cruz, and Devon Odessa in My So-Called Life (1994)
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  • Creator: Winnie Holzman
  • Starring: Bess Armstrong, Wilson Cruz, Claire Danes

Official synopsis: My So-Called Life delves into the world of a 15-year-old girl navigating the rollercoaster of adolescence. Her trials with friends, romantic interests, family tensions, and school pressures make for a relatable and heartfelt narrative.

The Americans (2013 – 2018) – 8.4/10

Keri Russell, Margo Martindale, and Matthew Rhys in The Americans (2013)
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  • Creator: Joseph Weisberg
  • Starring: Keri Russell, Matthew Rhys, Keidrich Sellati

Official synopsis: The Americans follows a pair of Soviet spies living undercover in DC, their intricate double life concealed from everyone they know. Balancing their roles as parents, travel agents, and secret operatives, the series explores the high stakes of unseen battles and the cost of preserving beliefs.

Veronica Mars (2004 – 2019) – 8.4/10

Kristen Bell and Jessica Chastain in Veronica Mars (2004)
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  • Creator: Rob Thomas
  • Starring: Kristen Bell, Jason Dohring, Enrico Colantoni

Official synopsis: The series follows Veronica, a former popular high-schooler turned amateur detective in Neptune, California. Helping her father run his private detective agency after the murder of her best friend shakes their lives, Veronica uses her sharp wit to solve mysteries and navigate the trials of high school and college.

Ash vs Evil Dead (2015 – 2018) – 8.4/10

Bruce Campbell in Ash vs Evil Dead (2015)
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  • Creators: Ivan Raimi, Sam Raimi, Tom Spezialy
  • Starring: Ciara Baxendale, Dan Cohen, Jodie Comer

Official synopsis: Ash’s life post-Evil Dead is nothing to write home about, that is until the Deadites show up for a rematch. Grab a front-row seat as he revs up his chainsaw and dusts off his boomstick, embracing his destiny as the chainsaw-wielding hero once more.

My Mad Fat Diary (2013 – 2015) – 8.4/10

Jordan Murphy and Sharon Rooney in My Mad Fat Diary (2013)
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  • Starring: Ciara Baxendale, Dan Cohen, Jodie Comer

Official synopsis: Set in Lincolnshire in 1996, the series follows troubled teenager Rae, who has just left a psychiatric hospital. As she reconnects with her best friend Chloe and their friends, Rae hides her mental health battles and her hospital stay from them.

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