Top 10 Best TV Shows Ever: MST3K to Damgo

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SUMMARY

This forum discussion centers on the best TV shows of all time, with participants sharing their favorites across various genres. Key mentions include classics like "Seinfeld," "M*A*S*H," "The Simpsons," and "Cheers," alongside animated series such as "Aqua Teen Hunger Force" and "Futurama." The conversation highlights a mix of nostalgia and humor, with users reminiscing about shows like "News Radio" and "The Young Ones." Overall, the discussion reflects a diverse range of preferences, showcasing both American and British television influences.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with iconic television series from the 20th and 21st centuries
  • Understanding of cultural references in American and British comedy
  • Knowledge of animated television shows and their impact on pop culture
  • Awareness of the evolution of sitcoms and sketch comedy formats
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  • Research the cultural impact of "Seinfeld" on American television
  • Explore the legacy of British comedy series like "Fawlty Towers" and "Monty Python's Flying Circus"
  • Investigate the influence of animated shows like "The Simpsons" and "Futurama" on modern storytelling
  • Analyze the evolution of sitcoms from the 1980s to present day
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Television enthusiasts, pop culture historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of comedy and drama in TV shows will benefit from this discussion.

  • #31
I'm an X-o-phile, too.

MST3K still rocks, even thought they've whittled it down to only about 10 episodes that they show over and over.

Monty Python

I can't believe Babylon 5 has only gotten one mention; I think it's the best show ever made!

And if I could find Daria I'd still be watching. Even in re-run, she' da bomb! Truthfully now, did any of you other guys ever have a crush on her?
 
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  • #32
I'm going to hop upon my soapbox for Sports Night. Brilliany writing, sharp cast...nothing beats it, as far as I'm concerned.
 
  • #33
Originally posted by Monique
The X-files!
Fox always had me either sitting on the tip of my chair or rolling on the floor :P I almost have all the seasons on VHS :)

Forgot that one--loved the first 5 seasons.

I also forgot Taxi.
 
  • #34
- Simpsons
- X-files
- Alladin (don't laugh...I love cartoons)
- Sliders (used to be)
- South Park...
 
  • #35
yes, yes, I think we're all in agreement: John Rhys Davies as Arturo was the best part of Sliders.
 
  • #36
I forgot to mention I really liked "Coach" with Craig T Nelson.
 
  • #37
i forgot harvey bird man attorney at law...oh and hamtoro that is good quailty crap
 
  • #38
- Bottom
- Coupling
- Red Dwarf
- Father Ted

All british comedy shows. I´m surprised no one has mentioned any of them before.

I have always liked british shows, they are witty and I´m often surprised when watching them. American shows can be funny, but I don´t get the feeling they are very original. Too often I know what´s going to happen. Swedish "comedy" shows are an abomination.

Jeff is just so damn funny
 
  • #39
oh and tough crowd the new show with colin quin seems to have some promise it's like hard ball - the peopel who enjoy the sound of their own voice
 
  • #40
simpsons
home improvements
Married with Children
X files
Monty Pythons Flying circus, not as good as the films but still very funny.

and my favourite Fawlty Towers John Cleese in one of the funniest TV series ever made but they made very few episodes definitely worth watching.