Before streaming services, TV lovers had to wait a full week for new stories from their favorite characters; now, entire seasons can be consumed in a matter of hours. When looking for something to watch, either passively while doing chores or as an active form of entertainment, audiences seem to seek out the best sitcoms of all time for a few reasons. First, many popular throwback shows were on the air for years, meaning you can occupy yourself for several weeks working through just one of them. At the same time, sitcoms are known for being lighthearted in nature, even when exploring serious issues. Shows like Diff’rent Strokes and BoJack Horseman can have you choked up with emotion in one scene and cackling with laughter in the next. No matter if you want a recommendation that’s before your time or something that modern audiences can’t get enough of, our best sitcoms list has something for you, especially as we center the significant contribution of Black media in sitcom history....