There’s a reason why the television broadcasting industry employs almost 150,000 people. For decades, the television industry has entertained us.
And there are few types of shows that are funnier and more heartwarming than sitcoms. In this article, we’ll be taking a trip down memory lane by looking at some unforgettable old TV sitcoms.
While none of these shows are still running, there will always be a tiny flicker of hope in our hearts that they’ll bring them back. Let’s take a look!
- The Munsters
“The Munsters” seems like a bit of an oddball show in the 1960s TV landscape. After all, are monsters that appropriate for a sitcom environment? It turns out they are!
“The Munsters” was one of the best sitcoms because it was able to poke fun at both traditional family sitcom tropes and classic monster movies. Plus, Rob Zombie is making The Munsters movie, so there’s never been a better time for a rewatch.
- Gilligan’s Island
Any fans of this classic castaway sitcom likely have the theme song permanently carved into their brains. Will these seven classic characters ever be able to escape? Not likely.
But, watching them try despite Gilligan’s shenanigans makes it one of the most unforgettable sitcoms.
- Hogan’s Heroes
At first glance, a Nazi prisoner-of-war camp doesn’t seem very funny. But, as the recent movie JoJo Rabbit demonstrated, there can be plenty of humor found in these dramatic environments.
“Hogan’s Heroes” was early proof of this. The sitcom has some of the best gags of the 1960s.
Maybe that’s why it earned eleven Emmy nominations throughout its run. Curious about what the actors look like these days? Check out these then and now shots.
- I Love Lucy
“I Love Lucy” is having a comeback moment. Aaron Sorkin’s biopic Being the Ricardos, and Amy Poehler’s recent documentary, Lucy and Desi, both caused renewed interest in the famous couple.
It’s not hard to see why. The slapstick comedy stylings of Lucille Ball, combined with her infamous reaction shots, are just as funny today as when they aired.
- The Andy Griffith Show
Reminisce on the good old days with “The Andy Griffith Show.” Nothing will take you back to 1960s small-town life more than this program. However, the real comedy star lies not in Griffith but in his bumbling deputy Barney.
The mannerisms of actor Don Knotts are always worth a revisit if you need a good laugh.
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We hope this article helped you recall some old TV sitcoms. It’s a sad fact that the golden age of the sitcom has come and gone.
But, the important thing is that we can still revisit these classics whenever we need a pick-me-up.
Let’s just hope that one day TV execs come around and bring these past sitcoms back. Did you like this article? There are plenty more on our website so continue browsing to find more!
