History of the Sitcom (2021)

Documentary · History

This docuseries reunites audiences with the television friends, families, and co-workers they grew up with while introducing cutting-edge comedies that are sure to be your next binge-watch. Featuring over 180 original interviews with sitcom icons the series breaks down how sitcoms have helped generations of Americans navigate an ever-shifting cultural landscape.

IMDb rating: 7.2 (651 votes)
Episode average: 7.2 matches the IMDb rating
Seasons: 1
Streaming (US): HBO Max
Language: EN
Type: TV series

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Ratings refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · 1 season indexed

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Seasons

Season 1 (2021)

7.23 avg 8 episodes 7.3 → 6.9 45 min avg

Season 1 episodes - IMDb ratings
#	Title	Rating	Votes
1	A Family Matter	7.3	149
2	Sex & The Sitcom	7.2	131
3	Just Friends	7.6	118
4	Working for Laughs	7.4	96
5	Facing Race	7.1	91
6	Movin' on Up	7.2	87
7	Freaks, Geeks & Outsiders	7.1	79
8	Escaping Reality	6.9	73