Apple TV has some of the best shows of the last decade. While many of them are dramas and thrillers, the streamer has delivered fantastic comedies as well. Some of them blend genres with drama or horror. They’re silly and satirical, groundbreaking and Emmy winning.
All these Apple TV comedy shows are not only worth watching, they’re even better on a second watch. Interestingly, all these shows not only lasted multiple seasons, many are prepping for the release of their latest. With a few that have new seasons coming in 2027, one as early as later this year, now is the perfect time to catch up.
‘Ted Lasso’ (2020–Present)
One of Apple’s earliest and most successful shows, Ted Lasso received 20 Emmy nominations for its first season alone. The sports comedy drama is one of the most perfect sitcoms of the last 10 years, beautifully blending comedy with serious topics of mental health, and hitting fans with this unexpected one-two punch in the best way possible.
The title character, played by Jason Sudeikis, moves to England to coach a flailing English football team, even though he’s an American football coach. As he tries to bring his unique sensibilities to the team, it becomes a feel-good, uplifting story about men supporting men. Don’t be mistaken, though: As much as Ted Lasso will make you cry, it will make you laugh and smile from ear-to-ear, too. Despite seemingly ending in 2023, Ted Lasso returned in 2026 for a fourth season to follow Ted’s return to coach a women’s team. There’s no definitive renewal just yet, but it’s expected that we could see a fifth season, too.
‘Shrinking’ (2023–Present)
Thankfully, when Ted Lasso ended, the same creators introduced subscribers to Shrinking, another show that combines humor and heart with comedy and drama. The series stars Jason Segel as Jimmy Laird, a therapist grieving the loss of his wife. As he falls deeper into a funk, those around him — including co-workers, friends, neighbors, and his daughter — do what they can to pull him out.
It sounds somber, but Shrinking is actually one of the funniest, most endearing shows on television right now. The cast chemistry is wonderful, including standouts like Jessica Williams, Christa Miller, Ted McGinley, and, of course, Harrison Ford. If you love Ted Lasso, Shrinking is just as good, if not better. It’s a completely different show, but it has the same tonal flow and message of laughter and seeing joy in life as being the best medicine. While Jimmy’s journey is central to the first season, as the show continues, stories expand to cover every character in a meaningful way. So yes, break out the tissues again because you’ll be crying and laughing so hard you cry.
‘Platonic’ (2023–Present)
While just about everyone will find Platonic funny, if you’re middle-aged, this is a comedy especially for you. The story in this great Apple TV show nobody is talking about follows Sylvia (Rose Byrne), a stay-at-home mom who reaches out to her former college best friend Will (Seth Rogen) when she learns of his divorce. They have been estranged for some time after having a falling out, so it’s initially awkward. But once they reconnect, it’s just like old times. That’s both good and bad, because they used to get into lots of trouble as college kids, and feed off one another in the worst ways.
The two are not only bad influences on one another, their relationship (purely platonic, of course) falls back into a codependency. It’s one thing to be that way when you’re in your 20s, but for Sylvia, who’s now in her 40s with a husband and kids, the implications are different. It’s in the moments that they get up to antics, however, that make you roll over laughing. There’s also a sweetness behind the story as you watch Sylvia start to reflect on her life and her path when being reminded of who she once was. This isn’t the first time Byrne and Rogen have worked together, and it’s clear they have a dynamic that works, playing off one another so well that you truly believe they’re besties.
‘The Studio’ (2025–Present)
Seth Rogen delivered a masterpiece show in skewering the very industry in which he’s a part in The Studio. The satirical cringe comedy centers around his character Matt Remick, who is delighted to finally be promoted to head of his studio. There’s just one problem: While Remick is a cinephile who wants to make quality firms, the studio wants to back corny popcorn flicks that will yield the biggest box office success. What’s more, now in a position of more power, Remick realizes how many balls he needs to juggle and the eccentric, demanding personalities he needs to deal with. Saying no doesn’t sit well with his deep desire to be liked.
The Studio is downright hilarious, with actors playing embellished versions of themselves like Greta Lee and Olivia Wilde. The cast plays wonderfully off one another; the stories reflective of real Hollywood life in such a way that might anger directors, producers, and actors if it weren’t for the honest absurdity of it all. With a new cast of guest stars slated for Season 2 and 13 Emmy wins from a total of 23 nominations under its belt for Season 1, The Studio is emerging as one of the best new comedies of this decade. It’s one of many shows that prove Apple TV is the best streamer of all time.
‘Stick’ (2025–Present)
Set to return for its second season in November 2026, Stick is one of Apple TV’s most underrated comedies. The sports comedy is like a mix of Happy Gilmore and Ted Lasso, following Pryce Cahill (Owen Wilson), a once revered but now has-been professional golfer with a ruined reputation. His life has been in a rut until he spots talented young player Santi Wheeler (Peter Dager) at a driving range and finds a new sense of purpose. He will stop at nothing to coach this teenager and make him a star. But this requires seeking the approval of Santi’s mother, Elena (Mariana Treviño), and getting help from his former caddy and best friend Mitts (Marc Maron).
Stick is a wonderfully sweet story that will make you laugh but that you’ll find touching, too. Wilson manages to capture the more sensitive moments as well as dive into his reputation for subtle humor. It’s an underdog tale about a young man with so much untapped potential and the desperate need for a strong male figure in his life, and a former pro player finding a new lease on life after tragedy. If you love shows like Ted Lasso and Shrinking, you’ll get a similar feel from this one, with a few Happy Gilmore vibes thrown in for good measure.
‘Widow’s Bay’ (2026–Present)
Sweeping the Emmys this year and set to return for a second season, Widow’s Bay is one of the most unique comedies on TV right now. It mixes traditional workplace comedy with supernatural elements and horror such that you feel like you’re watching two (or more) stories take place at once. Tom Loftis (Mathew Rhys) is the mayor of the small town who is adamant it can become the next Martha’s Vineyard. But longtime residents swear the place is cursed. As strange things begin to happen, it’s clear there’s some truth to these tall tales.
Widow’s Bay is one of the best comedy shows of 2026 so far, taking you on a wild ride through its 10 episodes, with a few particularly standout episodes that shift the genre even more. It’s like a love letter to classic ’80s and ’90s horror movies like Carrie, Jaws, and Halloween, alongside an homage to workplace sitcoms like Parks and Recreation. The tone is throwback with modern-day vibes, rolling so much into one story that it keeps you captivated right through to the end.
‘Loot’ (2022–Present)
Another underrated but hilarious comedy, Loot shines a spotlight on Molly Wells (Maya Rudolph), the wife of a tech billionaire who is completely lost when he leaves her for a younger woman. At least she gets half his fortune, but she doesn’t know what to do with the money or her time. So, Wells visits a charitable foundation she founded years prior in hopes of finding some meaning in her life. But the people who work there are not exactly thrilled by her presence.
Loot is the story of a midlife crisis like you’ve never seen. There’s a woman with unlimited funds and no purpose, and a group of people struggling to help those in need who resent her wealth and are skeptical of her motives. With three seasons under its belt so far, there’s no word yet on if Loot will return. But it’s worth a watch, as the over-the-top humor is the perfect pick-me-up after a long day.
Loot
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June 23, 2022
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Apple TV+
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Molly Wells / Molly Novak
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Michaela Jaé Rodriguez
Sofia Salinas
