Even though we're living in the "golden age of television" with top-tier content available on every single channel and streaming service, regular viewers still can't ever stop discussing their favorite shows from the past that have never lost their attention over the years. In fact, some of these shows' cases, they remain so unique that they can be rewatched and rewatched without becoming boring and compete with today's output.
Reddit user CelloMaster sought the help of other Redditors to create a list of shows that never fail to entertain despite being rewatched multiple times. From quirky roommates to long-standing families, these 10 shows are guaranteed to entertain even if you've already seen them.
Peep Show (2003- 2015)
Peep Show is an unconventional comedy show that continually breaks the third wall by taking on a first-person narrative that made fans feel included in the lives of Mark and Jeremy. The two characters being complete polar opposites makes their living situation both hilarious and interesting.
The show's unique structure allows for fans to rewatch the show time and time again as with each watch, the show provides a different viewing experience by having two contrasting characters that resonate with different viewers in different ways. Peep Show uses comedy to capture how everyone feels within society without sparking too much emotion, which Stringsandattractors labeled as "pure comedic gold [that gave a great] insight into our social insecurities".
The Inbetweeners (2008- 2010)
For many Brits, The Inbetweeners is the ultimate British teen comedy and is still rewatched by many fans even today. The show didn't try to portray a romantic version of high school filled with social clicks but instead represented a true high school experience by highlighting the awkwardness that comes with being a teen.
The show homed in on relatable situations and through clever dialogue, created hilarious but relatable representations of them, which led to boo2k10 explaining that "even though [they've] seen every episode so many times they all still crack [them] up".
The Office (2005- 2013)
The Office is very much a staple within the world of television with its fanbase increasingly daily despite the show coming to an end way back in 2013. The series took something mundane like working in an office and created something memorable, hilarious, and iconic.
The series is another popular rewatch for viewers who claim that they can and will never get bored of the show due to its ability to have storylines running throughout episodic plots. One Redditor even explained how "when nothing else is on, [they] fall back on The Office and watch a bunch of episodes at a time" with the show's binge-worthy status being made possible through its chaotic way of representing the everyday.
Friends (1994-2004)
Friends created some of the best full-circle moments to date due to the series spanning a whole decade and continuing to be as popular now as it was back in 1994 with the introduction of Friendsfest and its recent reunion. Friends is one show that provides its fans with comfort, laughter, and even advice in times of need which is the show created such a loyal fanbase.
The show took a friendship group and created one of the most relatable shows to date with each series following the character's personal development alongside the group as a whole, allowing viewers to feel as though they were growing alongside the characters. Reddit user lovemesideways explained how they've "seen the entire series through at least 5 times by now, will still watch it again" due to it being able to target exactly how the viewer feels and offer the comfort they may need.
The Simpsons (1989- )
The Simpsons has one of the best rewatch values to date, with the show being the single longest-running animated series of all time. The show cleverly represented the typical family home and whilst the series accurately depicts a life to which many viewers can relate, it also challenges the general conventions of animation.
The show carefully catered itself to all demographics by combining goofy humor with adult humor that went unnoticed by younger viewers, resulting in its success across the board. The Simpsons may continue to be a staple on viewers' screens with the release of its latest series, but for some fans like Schunutzel, the show was a staple of their childhood, and "whenever [they] were bored [they rewatched] watched old tapes", showcasing just how timeless this animated family series is even today.
Breaking Bad (2008- 2013)
Whilst many memes perfectly sum up Breaking Bad, the show was much more memorable than its comedic moments with many fans claiming that the series is one of the best ever made. The series was so well-written that it made fans empathize with characters they really shouldn't and even saw an unlikely friendship blossom into a controversial business.
The show combined complex storylines with chemical breakdowns that were adored by science fans and became one of the main reasons the show is so rewatchable. One Redditor explained how they "keep noticing the minute details with every rewatch" with its intricate storylines being so complex fans have to watch again and again to truly appreciate it (which is easy due to the show's ability to entertain more than once).
Seinfeld (1989- 1998)
Seinfeld earned its place within the TV hall of fame when even after a decade on viewers' screens, it stayed just as popular as it was when it first hit TV sets. The show is a well-written sitcom that differs from the run-of-the-mill series often seen within this genre due to its quirky characters and chaotic scenarios.
The characters often found themselves in frenzied situations that saw the show remain especially memorable for many fans due to the sheer carnage that occurred on the screen, which is why fans can continue to rewatch it today without getting bored. However, some hardcore fans like cornfedpig "wonder[ed] if they'll be able to relate to the humor at all" due to most of the scenarios being solvable by the introduction of phones and social media.
Parks And Recreation (2009-2015)
There are many Leslie Knope quotes that make fans miss Parks And Recreation, which is perhaps part of the reason it continues to be rewatched. The series spanned six years and is still one of the most rewatchable shows to date, alongside The Office, to which Parks And Recreation is often likened.
The show remains highly rewatchable due to the complex storylines, littered with jokes, often missed within the first watch alongside its eccentric but heartwarming characters. Pixshel shared that they are "currently addicted and worried they'll wear [them]self out", but die-hard fans advocate that even after rewatching it for the fourth time, the show remains just as entertaining.
Community (2009-2015)
Community made a name for itself as soon as it hit screens with many fans resonating with the movie's unlikely group of friends and even suggesting that the contrast of personalities is what made the show so watchable. The series caters to a large demographic due to the age range of its characters, which made it particularly hilarious and heartwarming to watch.
However, since its end in 2015, the show has continued to be something of a staple, with fans continuing to rewatch it without getting bored. The series became something of a pop culture phenomenon that led to a huge fan base through its catchy tunes and inside jokes, as it made the average viewer feel included in the fun as recognized by one Redditor who shared how "it is hilarious every time".
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia (2005- )
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia proved to be quite a hit when it was released in 2005, but the sitcom has since grown in popularity, as the older series continues to be rewatched, despite the show being an ongoing series. The movie tuned into viewers' dark sense of humor and created an onscreen gang (featuring Glenn Howerton's Dennis and Charlie Day's Charlie, among others) that is known for causing chaos and leading tumultuous lives.
The unique series creates hilarious and outlandish scenes for each episode and gives the illusion that the show's producers will never run out of comedic gold. Whilst the show continues to air, some fans and newer viewers revisit the older episodes to see the gang progress throughout each season, other hardcore fans like Clamwizard continue to rewatch because the "show is pure gold".