40 Shows That Have Amazing Rewatchability According To Folks Online

Comfortshowsfor me are the ones that don’t require you to use your brain—all you have to do is sit, watch, and unwind. WhileDerry Girls,Brooklyn 99, andModern Familydefinitely top my list, I also love to watch some of those nonsensical K-dramas.Different people have different choices when it comes to such comfort shows, so, when Reddit userCamillesSecretsasked them to list the ones they can watch over and over, folks didn’t hold back. What did we do? We compiled a list of the best ones for you, of course! Just scroll down, and check them out!More info:RedditThis post may includeaffiliate links.

Different people have different choices when it comes to such comfort shows, so, when Reddit userCamillesSecretsasked them to list the ones they can watch over and over, folks didn’t hold back. What did we do? We compiled a list of the best ones for you, of course! Just scroll down, and check them out!

More info:Reddit

This post may includeaffiliate links.

Firefly .

Cast of “Firefly” standing under spaceship with Earth in the background.

The IT crowd.

Two people in a cluttered office, highlighting beloved shows enjoyed repeatedly.

The Golden Girls. Helps with anxiety.

Two women from a popular comedy show scene in the kitchen, one wearing a blue suit and the other in a yellow jacket.

As you scroll through the list, you might spot your favorite show as well, ‘cause I sure did, and I totally agree with netizens when it comes to bingeing them over and over. That’s the power goodstorieshave; they leave such a strong impression on you that you can’t help but fall in love with them and the fictional characters that make them so amazing.To talk more about these comfort shows,Bored Pandagot in touch withRishaya Palkhivala—a writer and filmmaker—for an interview. She mentioned that a comfort show should be an easy, feel-good watch.“For me, it should be both enjoyable and a relaxing watch,” she added.

To talk more about these comfort shows,Bored Pandagot in touch withRishaya Palkhivala—a writer and filmmaker—for an interview. She mentioned that a comfort show should be an easy, feel-good watch.

“For me, it should be both enjoyable and a relaxing watch,” she added.

Star Trek TNG.

“Star Trek The Next Generation crew in space, featuring iconic characters in a classic sci-fi setting."

Futurama.

Animated characters from a beloved show sit around a green table in a futuristic setting.

Brooklyn 99.

Two characters in an office setting, with one reading a paper aloud, representing a beloved TV show scene.

Rishaya also spoke about how shows that are either relatable or have what people want to relate to, could be timeless rewatches. She believes that epicfunnyscenes that are memorable don’t lose their charm over multiple watches.Speaking about the storytelling elements that make a show feel comforting, our expert claimed that apart from stories offriendship, sitcoms, or romances, she feels like shows with strong yet entertaining relationships work well—whether romantic, friendly, or familial. “Comedy elements always help, but that’s just me. I’m sure some people find murder mysteries comforting,” Rishaya added.

Speaking about the storytelling elements that make a show feel comforting, our expert claimed that apart from stories offriendship, sitcoms, or romances, she feels like shows with strong yet entertaining relationships work well—whether romantic, friendly, or familial. “Comedy elements always help, but that’s just me. I’m sure some people find murder mysteries comforting,” Rishaya added.

Modern Family.

Cast of a beloved comedy show standing together in a living room setting.

Malcolm in the Middle.

Children surprised outside a house, a scene from a beloved show known for its comedy.

The Office.

A man in a suit points while sitting at a desk cluttered with office supplies, a scene from a beloved comedy show.

Well, if you think about it, we all have these comfort shows, and these can miraculously unite us in ways we can’t even imagine. That’s why fandom meets are such magical events where you meet strangers who share the same affinity as you towards a show. That sounds incredible, doesn’t it?

While people sharelovefor the same stories, we wanted to know why they gravitate toward comfort shows during times of stress or uncertainty.

House M.D.

Two men in a dramatic scene from a beloved show, one holding a stethoscope.

Parks and Rec.

Two men in suits at a public meeting with signs saying, “Are you better off than a year ago?"

The X-Files.

“The X-Files poster featuring two main characters with a mysterious background, promoting a 6-episode event."

Lastly, while concluding the interview, we had some fun with Rishaya. We asked her about her comfort show, and if herlifealso turned into one, which would it be.

“If someone turned my life into a comfort show it would probably be a coming-of-age story of a girl trying to figure her life and messy self out with a dose of chaos. I’m not sure it would always be comforting, but perhaps there is something universal about it,” Rishaya wisely narrated.

Supernatural.

Promotional image for “Supernatural” showing two main characters in a dramatic setting, highlighting the beloved show’s appeal.

Scrubs. Makes me laugh, makes me cry, makes me remember simpler times.

Cast of the beloved show Scrubs in white outfits, standing together for a promotional photo.

Bob’s Burgers.

Animated family enjoying dinner in a cozy kitchen, from a beloved comedy series.

Well, that’s it from our end and we hope you enjoy the rest of the list. We would also love to hear what comfort show your life would be if it was turned into one. Go on now, and spill the tea.

The Good Place. I have watched the entire series about a dozen times.

Woman in a casual plaid shirt standing indoors, part of a beloved show enjoyed by viewers multiple times.

Arrested development.

A man at an airport, smiling and heading toward a taxi, representing beloved shows from thrillers to comedy.

Schitt’s Creek.

Group of four people sitting on a sofa, engaged in conversation, scene from a beloved show.

30 Rock. There are so many jokes that on a rewatch you’ll always catch new ones you have underappreciated or didn’t fully process, every episode.

Two people lying on a floral bed, showcasing a scene from beloved shows watched repeatedly.

The Great British Baking Show.

Frasier is my go to.

Community.

Man in blue shirt at a lively party, talking with a woman, representing beloved shows enjoyed repeatedly.

The Simpsons, I usually watch it from season 1 to the latest episode three times in one year, but last year it was only 2.5 times as they keep adding more episodes.

Animated character sitting in a boat, holding a fishing net on a serene lake, capturing a beloved show scene.