Sitcomsare some of the most beloved shows for a reason.

It is an unbeatable formula, making fans laugh with goofy things happening in each half-hour-long episode.

Sitcoms are a comfort and a joy, and they are perfect for both watching and rewatching.

Steve Carell and Ed Helms in The Office “Dinner Party” episode

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There are many phenomenal sitcoms out there, from traditional hangout comedies to more experimental ones.

They have characters that fans get to see grow and change, and relationships that evolve over time.

These are 10 essential sitcoms that everyone should see at least once.

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What makesThe Officesuch an essential sitcomishow well it captures the classic workplace setting.

Sex and the Cityis a classic sitcom.

At the center of it all is the bond between the four women.

Charlotte, Samantha, Carrie & Miranda walk together in the bathing suits and coverups in Sex and the City.

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It also has great romantic arcs and some really emotional and meaningful friendship scenes.

It is a must-see show for sitcom fanswho appreciate wordplay.

It follows the four humans through a variety of configs, as they all slowly become better people.

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The show follows Liz Lemon (Tina Fey), creator and head writer ofTGS with Tracy Jordan.

30 Rockhas sharp and wacky humor that gets even weirder and over-the-top as its seasons go on.

The show has since gone on to showcase some reallyinventive and over-the-top episodes.

Joey, Chandler, Rachel, and Monica sit on the couch, leaning forward, ready to play trivia on Friends.

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The best sitcoms have a central friendship group that are a little too close, andCommunityunderstands that.

However, they are the core of the show, from the beginning and to the end.

The dynamic of the loftmates is truly one of the very best in sitcom history.

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New Girlhas some of the best and more unique sitcom characters, and some really great sitcom romances.

There are always funny antics occurring, and the groupis always up to something.

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Lucille and Lindsay look angry while Michael stands behind them at a party on Arrested Development.

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Robin, Lily, Marshall, Ted, & Barney dressed up in a hotel at Robin & Barney’s wedding on How I Met Your Mother

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Liz Lemon and Jack Donaghy in 30 Rok “Black Tie” dressed in formal wear and having a serious conversation

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Charlie, Dee, Dennis, Mac, & Frank hiding from a robber in It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

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The cast of New Girl pose in a small room together in pajamas.

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