If you are like me and were bombarded with an unexpected snowstorm, stuck inside all day, and looking for something to watch, I got you covered. Whether you want something mindless and fun to watch, or something to make fun of how corny something is, or some good old nostalgia, I give you the sitcom. I have five classic bingeable shows that will not only take you back in time, but will have you wondering where time went! Here are five of my favorite shows from childhood that are still worth watching!
5 Great Shows to Binge When Stuck Inside
King of Queens
After being a “boy in brown” in a past life, The King of Queens was one of my favorite shows, especially after. I wish that industry was like that, with taking long lunch breaks and meeting up with your boys, but it’s not. Anyway, it’s about a package car driver, his girl, and a crazy old father-in-law who lives in the basement. That sounds familiar, hmm, I must be thinking about someone else.
Whether your wife calls you a lard-a**, or you call her “Hitler Junior,” Doug and Carrie’s relationship is great for sitcom television. Maybe you refer to the man in the basement as a “demented old circus monkey,” and mock him. Just remember, if they hire you as a lawyer, then damn it, you’re a lawyer.
Saved by the Bell
Remember the days of wanting to be cool like AC Slater or Zack Morris in high school? What about trying to take Kelly, Jesse, or Lisa to the dance? I know you didn’t hang out with the nerd like Screetch. This sitcom will take you back to the late 80s and early 90s with some great fashion, stereotypical roles, and great dance moves.
You can grab a burger and shake from The Max, sit back, and relax to see what scheme Zack cooked up this time. Of course, the sitcom has two alpha, popular dudes competing for girls, and basically everything else. Make sure you notice that six kids control every club, sport, and event at the school.
Full House
Oh, man, the ultimate family sitcom! Even if it’s to admit and laugh at the corniness of Danny Tanner, aka Mildew. This was one of the biggest sitcoms of its time. If you’re a fan of Jesse and The Rippers, and you love the song “Forever,” you can tune in to them touring Japan.
Maybe you want to track DJ’s dating record. From Ricky the paperboy, to Steve, who eats everything that’s right, to filthy rich Nelson, and finally the rockstar Viper. You can even vote as a family or put it on Facebook to see who liked Donna Joe with whom?
Married… With Children
A show that could never be made today due to everyone’s sensitivities. That may be the reason I absolutely love this show. Ladies, this one might not be for you unless you have a guy’s sense of humor. Then again, there’s Peg and Marci to put them right back in their place.
The show was a huge hit for the young, innovative Fox Network. The raunchy comedy is something I probably shouldn’t watched as a kid with my dad, but what momma doesn’t know won’t hurt her. From one legendary football player to another, its impressive to score four touchdowns in one game.
Boy Meets World
Who didn’t want a relationship like your’e Corey and Topanga? Everyone in school wanted to find their soulmate before they were twelve and live happily ever after. Or were you one of those poor trailer park kids like Shawn? Just maybe you’re just not that bright, and you’re a wacky older brother. The TGIF favorite has had resurrgence with the podcast “Pod Meets World.”
It’s not something I am necessarily proud of, but I know most episodes within a few minutes of airing, and I’ve seen the series more times than I’d like to admit. In fact, if we are being honest, I have probably seen all of these sitcoms way more than what should be bragged about.
