5 Best Comfort Comedy TV Shows to Rewatch in 2026 (From Friends to Modern Family )

Cozy living room scene with popcorn, coffee, and TV playing sitcom while watching comfort comedy shows.

Somedays you don't feel to watch action series or psychological plots. You want something which give you a smile, you laugh with your friends, family and love ones. I can guarantee you, you can watch all this comedy shows while eating and relaxing in your couch or in bed before sleeping.

I have watch this shows and trust me you will thank me for suggesting this shows.

If you love US comedy shows then they will easily make you laugh and give you zero stress.

Time to time i hit my nostalgia again and again with old-school sitcoms. Because the jokes bring back my memories and character gives me the real connection and the show vibes make me comfort. They don't try too hard just do their real acting.

1. Friends (1994 - 2004)

Friends TV show cast sitting together at Central Perk café in a classic sitcom scene

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This show you already heard it or maybe even watch it. Friends is the show you can watch anytime even if you are low or high in your life, they will still give you the smile. If you watch this show you will know a lot about Monica's Apartment and the Central Perk just like your own home. This show always makes the six people ultimate comfort for each other they can't leave it no matter what how their world changes.

Whenever you hear "How you doing", Monica yelling at the group it will defiantly make you laugh.

And even some how in 2026 it still hit's the same for me. I still remember the episode where Rachel and Monica bet their apartment and i still remember how funny the quiz game was.

And one last question do you know what's Chandlers actual job was, was it TRANSPONSTER?

Let's come to the rating of this series:

  • IMDb: 8.9/10
  • Rotten Tomatoes: 78%

2. The Office (2005 - 2013)

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In The Office one thing makes me laugh every time whenever this scene comes when Dwight says "Oh man. Am i a women?".

One thing i must say when you first watch The Office it will make you laugh but with awkwardness inside you. And the second time oh god i must say you will laugh out loud. After that there is no limit it is like a wine with time it just get better.

I would suggest that you should pay attention to side character's such as Creed or Stanley. This show has many easter eggs that you only find in multiple watches maybe 4th or 5th rewatch. If you want to feel that you are in the office then Jim help in this. Jim always break the 4th wall and watches you through camera.

Let's come to the rating of this series:

  • IMDb: 9/10
  • Rotten Tomatoes: 81%

3. How I Met Your Mother (2005 - 2014)

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HIMYM is full of confusion, drama and strangely relatable. In the term of rewatchability this show work. Ted's endless search for love is hilarious and kind of heart breaking if you really think about it. The chemistry between cast its good and you will enjoy it.

Remember this question "Robin how did you and Barney meet?"

And Barney get's 16 NO's on to his face.

Do you remember Barney's P.L.E.A.S.E Job revealed?

Barney Magic trick was also focus of the show.

Like in Friends and The Office the story revolves around a place here it is MacLaren's Pub.

Let's come to the rating of this series:

  • IMDb: 8.3/10
  • Rotten Tomatoes: 84%

4. Two and a Half Men (2003 - 2015)

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One think i like about this show i don't required zero mental efforts to laugh. The starting seasons are literally brain off. It loud and casual laugh with funny scene comes here and there.
This show it was famous because it bit edgier.

Two and a Half Men is a perfect when you just want dumb jokes casual laughs and zero mental effort because of Charlie Sheen. Its effortless acting and it also has done one of the most difficult scene in one take.

And i still laugh on one scene where Jack says "I don't need a wife like Uncle Charlie"

Let's come to the rating of this series:

  • IMDb: 7.1/10
  • Rotten Tomatoes: 65%

5. Modern Family (2009 - 2020)

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Modern Family is the best show which i love from this list, according to me i never felt bored or left me unlaugh. The characters of the show is the best thing. Modern Family follow 3 interconnected families. Jay's family consist of him, younger wife Glorie and her son Manny. Phil and Chaire with there 3 children and last family with Mitchell and Cam with their adopted daughter lily.

Remember Phil when he try's to do a good thing but turns bad like a scene where he try's to put a advertisement on his car and it goes messy in funny way.

Also i still remember the scene when Phil make a months long plan just to scare Chaire but got backfire which make this scene too funny to watch.

And do guys read Phil’s-osophy

Let's come to the rating of this series:

  • IMDb: 8.5/10
  • Rotten Tomatoes: 85%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most comforting comedy TV show to rewatch?

Many people find Friends and Modern Family the most comforting because of their familiar characters, warm humor, and episodes that don’t require emotional effort to enjoy.

Which comedy TV show is best for stress relief?

The Office is often considered ideal for stress relief due to its light, awkward humor and short episodes that are easy to watch after a long day.

What should I watch if I enjoyed Modern Family?

If you enjoyed Modern Family, you’ll likely appreciate Friends for its character-driven comedy and How I Met Your Mother for its mix of humor and emotional storytelling.

Which sitcom is the most rewatchable?

Friends and The Office are among the most rewatchable sitcoms because their episodes remain enjoyable even when you already know the jokes.

Are comfort comedy shows good for mental health?

Comfort comedies like Friends, Modern Family, and The Office can help reduce stress and anxiety by providing familiarity, predictable humor, and emotional safety.

Which comedy series is best for watching before sleep?

How I Met Your Mother and Modern Family work well before sleep because their calm pacing and episodic structure don’t demand intense focus.