Alright, buckle in because I’m about to hit you with a treasure trove of 25 underrated or hard-to-find sitcoms from 1970-2000. Forget about the stuff you already know, we're getting into the TV vault here, and trust me, some of this is pure comedic gold—if you can handle a few cringey moments. You're welcome in advance.

1. "It's a Living" (1980-1982)

Forget Friends—this show about waitresses working in a restaurant could teach today's sitcoms a thing or two about funny without relying on superficial "relatability."

2. "The Middle" (2009-2018)

A sitcom for real families that didn’t try to make everyone into a perfect Pinterest board. Work-life chaos never felt so hilarious.

3. "The New Guy" (2001-2002)

A teen sitcom that's too dumb to be taken seriously, but surprisingly fun once you give in to the absurdity.

4. "Perfect Strangers" (1986-1993)

It’s the kind of wacky odd couple you didn’t know you needed. A guy from Eastern Europe moves in with his American cousin—hilarity (and awkwardness) ensue.

5. "NewsRadio" (1995-1999)

Phil Hartman was the shining star in this sitcom about a bunch of oddballs working in a news radio station. If you like sarcastic humor and ‘90s vibes, this one’s for you.

6. "Picket Fences" (1992-1996)

A small-town sheriff, a quirky family, and enough drama to make you forget you’re watching something that’s technically a "dramedy."

7. "Square Pegs" (1982-1983)

Before Sex and the City, Sarah Jessica Parker was trying to make her awkward teen life work in this sharp, one-season wonder about high school.

8. "Dear John" (1988-1992)

The sitcom about a man recently divorced who enters a support group for widows and divorcees. It’s a weird blend of drama, laughs, and an oddball cast.

9. "What’s Happening!!" (1976-1979)

A hilarious look at a group of friends trying to make it through their high school years in the '70s. Forget about the "good old days"—this show proves they weren’t always that good.

10. "The Trouble with Tracy" (1970-1971)

A quirky Canadian sitcom about a woman’s chaotic personal and professional life. It was ahead of its time—though maybe too ahead.

11. "Three's a Crowd" (1984-1985)

A sitcom that’s both classic and awkward. John Ritter finds himself in another bizarre living arrangement, and chaos (naturally) follows.

12. "Benson" (1979-1986)

A former butler becomes the governor's head of staff in this underrated comedy about power plays, politics, and impeccable deadpan humor.

13. "Wings" (1990-1997)

Set in a small airport, this show didn’t just give us Frasier, but also had solid character-driven humor. It’s basically Cheers in the sky.

14. "My So-Called Life" (1994-1995)

Not a sitcom per se, but it had enough awkward teen moments to make it kind of a sitcom for Gen X. And Angela's eye-rolls were just as funny as any punchline.

15. "The Facts of Life" (1979-1988)

A show about a girls' school that had more than its fair share of life lessons, awkward moments, and unforgettable theme songs.

16. "Parker Lewis Can't Lose" (1990-1993)

A show so ridiculously over the top, it’s practically a live-action cartoon. If Ferris Bueller were a TV show, it’d be this.

17. "The Bob Newhart Show" (1972-1978)

The dry wit of Bob Newhart shines in this sitcom about a psychologist and his quirky clients. If you like deadpan humor with a touch of ‘70s charm, this is your jam.

18. "Too Close for Comfort" (1980-1987)

This series starred Ted Knight and had a classic sitcom premise—parents dealing with their adult daughters living at home—but with enough quirky humor to keep you entertained.

19. "Major Dad" (1989-1993)

A marine marries into a family of feminists. It sounds absurd—and it is—but that’s part of what makes it great. Major Dad was ahead of its time in dealing with gender roles.

20. "Manimal" (1983)

A guy who can turn into animals. Is it weird? Yes. But also... amazing. Manimal was a trainwreck in the best way possible.

21. "Gimme a Break!" (1981-1987)

Nell Carter brought warmth and wit to this sitcom about a housekeeper working for a widowed cop and his three daughters. The dynamic was pure magic.

22. "The Associates" (1979)

This was an attempt to blend workplace comedy with MASH*-style absurdity. It didn’t last long, but it had charm and weirdly prescient themes about the workplace.

23. "Frank’s Place" (1987-1988)

A jazz club owner returns to New Orleans to take over his father’s club—if that doesn’t scream "hidden gem," I don’t know what does. A great mix of comedy and culture, but hardly anyone remembers it.

24. "Charles in Charge" (1984-1990)

Scott Baio as a college student who takes care of a family. It’s as ridiculous as it sounds, but sometimes you need that kind of dumb humor in your life.

25. "Laverne & Shirley" (1976-1983)

It was a spinoff of Happy Days, but let’s be real: Laverne & Shirley was just way more fun. They were the queens of slapstick comedy—two best friends, one big city, and endless misadventures.

There you go—25 shows that didn’t quite hit it big but were definitely deserving of a second (or maybe even a first) chance. These sitcoms made you laugh, made you cringe, and maybe even made you question the ‘80s and ‘90s, but hey, they’ve earned their place in TV history. So next time you’re bored, throw one of these on and enjoy a trip down a much less polished, but way funnier, TV memory lane.