10 Best Shows to Watch If You Miss Schitt’s Creek
Miss Schitt’s Creek? You are not alone. The Roses, their motel and their wonderfully odd town left a big gap for a lot of viewers.
The good news is that there are plenty of comedies with the same warmth, sharp writing and lovable casts. The trouble is that many sitcoms are cynical or rely on cheap gags. You want a show that makes you laugh and then makes you feel a little better about people.
This ranking gives you ten shows to watch if you miss Schitt’s Creek. You will find workplace comedies, sweet family sitcoms, quirky ensembles and a few shows that mix laughs with a real emotional core. Each pick earns its place through a strong cast, warm humour and characters you want to spend time with.
So what makes a show feel like Schitt’s Creek? For me, it starts with the characters. The best sitcoms give you people who grow and change without losing what makes them lovable.
The second thing I look for is kindness. A comedy can be sharp and still be generous with its people. The third is a sense of place. A town, an office or a shop can become a character in its own right.
It is also worth saying that these shows vary. Some are bright and optimistic, others are a little darker. I have tried to explain each premise clearly, so you can find the one that suits your next comfort binge.
Ranking comedies is always personal, and you may have a different order in your head. What you will get here is a clear explanation for every position, so you can see why each show sits where it does and decide for yourself whether you agree.
Each entry starts with the premise, so you know what you are watching before you read my opinion. After that comes the reasoning behind its ranking, followed by who will enjoy it most. Think of it as a friend who has watched plenty of sitcoms and wants to help you find your next comfort show.
One practical tip before you start. If you want something warm and uplifting, begin with the ensemble comedies. If you prefer something quirkier, try the workplace and family sitcoms. Either way, the right show is the one that leaves you smiling at the end of the episode.
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10. Grace and Frankie
Grace and Frankie are two women in their seventies who have spent decades as frenemies, until their husbands, Robert and Sol, reveal they are in love with each other and want to marry. The two women are forced to move in together and rebuild their lives. The show follows their unlikely friendship as they navigate new romance, family drama and a changing world. The conflict is their rivalry against their new reality, and the stakes are their friendship and their happiness.
Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin are a joy together, bringing sharp timing and real warmth to the roles. The show's humour is wry and gentle, and its look at ageing is funny and honest. The early seasons find their footing slowly, and some storylines are less compelling than others, but the central pair carry the series.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 10 because its central pair is delightful, but its early seasons are less confident and its storylines can be uneven. It beats the rest of the bottom group because its heart is so genuine, while it falls behind the top nine because its comedy is less consistently sharp.
Who should watch: Fans of warm ensemble comedy and viewers who enjoy a story about friendship later in life.
Where to watch: Check Netflix or your preferred streaming service for the current listing.
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9. New Girl
Jess is a quirky schoolteacher who moves into a Los Angeles loft with three men after a breakup. Nick, Schmidt, Winston and Jess become a chaotic family, bonding over their mistakes, romances and friendships. The show follows their messy lives and their growing affection for one another. The conflict is Jess’s search for a place to belong against the chaos of her new housemates, and the stakes are the friendships they are building.
Zooey Deschanel brings charm and goofy energy to Jess, and the supporting cast is strong, especially Max Greenfield as Schmidt. The show's heart is in its found-family dynamic, and its comedy is quick and playful. The early seasons are the strongest, and the later ones can feel repetitive, but the chemistry remains a pleasure.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 9 because its found-family heart and cast are strong, but its later seasons lose momentum. It beats the lower entries because its ensemble is so likeable, while it falls behind the top eight because its writing is less consistently inventive.
Who should watch: Fans of quirky ensemble comedies and anyone who enjoys a house full of lovable misfits.
Where to watch: Check your streaming service or rental store for current availability.
8. Superstore
Cloud 9 is a big-box superstore in Ohio, and its staff are a mix of bored, ambitious and occasionally brilliant workers. America Ferrera plays Amy, a manager who has to keep the store running while dealing with her colleagues’ schemes. The show follows the staff through the day-to-day chaos of retail work. The conflict is the staff’s ambitions against the realities of their jobs, and the stakes are their friendships and their dignity.
America Ferrera is a warm, grounded lead, and Ben Feldman brings goofy charm as Jonah. The workplace setting gives the comedy a relatable edge, and the cast works well as a team. Some plots are repetitive, and the show sometimes leans on broad jokes, but its heart is in the right place.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 8 because its workplace comedy and cast are warm, but its humour can be broad. It beats the lower entries because its characters are so relatable, while it falls behind the top seven because its storylines are less distinctive.
Who should watch: Fans of workplace sitcoms and anyone who enjoys a warm, relatable ensemble.
Where to watch: Check your streaming service or rental store for current availability.
7. Derry Girls
Set in Derry, Northern Ireland, in the 1990s, Derry Girls follows a group of teenage friends navigating school, family and the Troubles. Erin, Orla, Clare, Michelle and James, a cousin from England, try to survive exams, romance and the chaos of their town. The show is a coming-of-age comedy with real historical weight. The conflict is the friends’ everyday problems against the political violence around them, and the stakes are their futures and their friendships.
The young cast is outstanding, and Siobhán McSweeney is a standout as Sister Michael. Lisa McGee’s writing is sharp, warm and quick, and the period detail feels lived-in. The show balances laughs with moments of real emotional honesty, which makes it stand out.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 7 because its writing and cast are outstanding, but its finale is less confident than the strongest sitcoms above it. It beats the lower entries because its humour and heart are so well balanced, while it falls behind the top six because its tone shifts are less seamlessly handled.
Why critics admire it: Many critics praise its sharp writing and its honest, funny look at growing up in Northern Ireland.
Who should watch: Fans of coming-of-age comedy and viewers who enjoy a sitcom with a historical edge.
Where to watch: Check your streaming service or rental store for current availability.
6. Kim's Convenience
Kim’s Convenience follows the Kim family, who run a small convenience store in Toronto. Appa, the father, is set in his ways, Umma is warm and sharp, and their adult children, Jung and Janet, are trying to find their own paths. The show is about family, identity and the ordinary struggles of running a small business. The conflict is the family’s traditions against the changes of modern life, and the stakes are their relationships and their shop.
Paul Sun-Hyung Lee gives Appa a gruff, lovable presence, and Jean Yoon is a delight as Umma. The show's warmth is its biggest strength, and its portrait of a Korean-Canadian family feels honest. The later seasons are a little uneven, but the central family is always worth watching.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 6 because its family warmth and portrait of community are excellent, but its comedy can be gentler than the sitcoms above it. It beats the lower entries because its heart is so honest, while it falls behind the top five because its humour is less consistently sharp.
Who should watch: Fans of family sitcoms and viewers who enjoy a warm, grounded portrait of everyday life.
Where to watch: Check your streaming service or rental store for current availability.
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5. Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Brooklyn Nine-Nine follows a talented but goofy detective, Jake Peralta, and his colleagues at the 99th precinct in Brooklyn. Their boss, Captain Holt, keeps them in line while the squad solves cases and pulls pranks. The show is a workplace comedy with a strong ensemble and a surprisingly warm heart. The conflict is the squad’s chaotic personalities against the demands of police work, and the stakes are their careers and their friendships.
Andy Samberg and Andre Braugher are excellent, and the supporting cast is packed with standouts. The writing is fast and clever, and the running gags land beautifully. The show's tone is lighter than some crime comedies, and it can feel formulaic in places, but its warmth carries it.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 5 because its ensemble and jokes are excellent, but its formula can feel familiar. It beats the lower entries because its humour is so quick, while it falls behind the top four because its emotional beats are less developed.
Who should watch: Fans of ensemble workplace comedies and viewers who enjoy a fast, clever sitcom with a warm heart.
Where to watch: Check your streaming service or rental store for current availability.
4. Abbott Elementary
Abbott Elementary is a mockumentary sitcom about a group of teachers at an underfunded public school in Philadelphia. Quinta Brunson plays Janine, an idealistic teacher who refuses to give up on her students, even as her colleagues and the system push back. The show follows the staff through the daily challenges of teaching. The conflict is the teachers’ idealism against the realities of an underfunded school, and the stakes are the children’s futures.
Quinta Brunson writes and stars with real charm, and the cast is wonderfully funny. The mockumentary format gives the show a sharp, observational style, and its warmth never feels forced. It is a newer show, so its seasons are still building, but its heart is clear.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 4 because its warmth and observational humour are excellent, but it is still settling into its own identity. It beats the lower entries because its characters are so lovable, while it falls behind the top three because its ensemble is less established.
Who should watch: Fans of mockumentary comedy and anyone who enjoys a warm, socially aware sitcom.
Where to watch: Check your streaming service or rental store for current availability.
3. Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation follows Leslie Knope, an enthusiastic mid-level bureaucrat in the small town of Pawnee, Indiana. Leslie’s boundless optimism drives her to take on huge projects, and her colleagues, including Ron Swanson and Ann Perkins, are not always convinced. The show is a mockumentary sitcom with a big heart. The conflict is Leslie’s ambition against the town’s indifference, and the stakes are the parks, people and projects she cares about.
Amy Poehler brings relentless energy and genuine warmth to Leslie, and Nick Offerman is perfectly dry as Ron. The writing is sharp, and the cast is one of the best ensembles in sitcom history. The first season is slower than the rest, but the show soon finds its rhythm and never lets go.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 3 because its ensemble and warmth are outstanding and it closely matches the spirit of Schitt’s Creek. It nearly takes the top spot, but The Good Place has a more ambitious premise and a stronger emotional arc.
Why critics admire it: Many critics praise its ensemble, its optimism and its portrait of community.
Who should watch: Fans of ensemble comedies and anyone who enjoys a sitcom about a relentlessly optimistic public servant.
Where to watch: Check your streaming service or rental store for current availability.
2. The Good Place
Eleanor Shellstrop dies and wakes up in the Good Place, a paradise she has not earned. Michael, the architect who designed the afterlife, is determined to keep her secret, but Eleanor soon realises that the afterlife is not what it seems. Created by Michael Schur, the show follows Eleanor and her friends as they try to become better people. The conflict is Eleanor’s attempt to hide her past against the demands of becoming good, and the stakes are their eternal souls.
Kristen Bell is brilliant as Eleanor, and Ted Danson is a delight as Michael. The show's premise is clever and its ideas about ethics are funny and thoughtful. The show is structured with twists that keep you guessing, and its emotional payoffs are powerful.
Why it ranks here: It sits at number 2 because its premise, ideas and emotional payoff are outstanding. It nearly takes the top spot, but Ted Lasso has an even warmer tone and a stronger ensemble.
Why critics admire it: Many critics praise its clever writing and the way it turns big philosophical ideas into sharp comedy.
Who should watch: Fans of high-concept comedy and viewers who enjoy a show about becoming a better person.
Where to watch: Check your streaming service or rental store for current availability.
1. Ted Lasso
Ted Lasso is an American football coach who is hired to lead a struggling English Premier League club, AFC Richmond, despite knowing nothing about soccer. Ted’s relentless optimism is tested by his team, his bosses and the people around him. The show follows the team’s season and the relationships that grow along the way. The conflict is Ted’s kindness against the cynicism of the football world, and the stakes are the team’s survival and the people they care about.
Jason Sudeikis is wonderful as Ted, and the ensemble, including Brett Goldstein as Roy Kent, is outstanding. The show's kindness is genuine, and its comedy is warm and clever. It is the closest thing to Schitt’s Creek on this list, with a deep emotional heart and a town of characters you come to love.
Why it ranks here: It takes the number 1 spot because its warmth, ensemble and emotional payoffs are the strongest on this list and most closely match what makes Schitt’s Creek special. The Good Place is a close second, but Ted Lasso combines kindness and comedy with a more complete set of character arcs, which is why it beats everything else here.
Why fans and critics love it: It is widely praised as one of the most heartwarming sitcoms of its era, with a loyal following for its ensemble and its uplifting tone.
Who should watch: Anyone who wants a warm, funny show about kindness, friendship and second chances.
Where to watch: Check Apple TV+ for the current listing.
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Final Thoughts
Looking back over the list, a few patterns stand out. The strongest comfort sitcoms put kindness at the centre, let their characters grow and find real joy in community. Warm ensembles, sharp writing and a sense of place recur across the list.
Different viewers will land on different favourites. If you want heart and kindness, Ted Lasso and The Good Place are the places to start. For a workplace or community comedy, Parks and Recreation and Abbott Elementary are wonderful. If you want a warm family story, Kim’s Convenience is lovely.
Ted Lasso stays at the top because it does nearly everything a comfort sitcom should. Its kindness feels real, its characters grow and its jokes land with genuine warmth. It is the show I would recommend first to anyone missing Schitt’s Creek.
Now I would love to hear from you. Which show would you add to this list? Do you agree with the order, or would you move something up or down?
And if I missed a comedy that deserves a place, tell me in the comments. I am always looking for the next comfort show to add to the watchlist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most like Schitt’s Creek on this list?
Ted Lasso is the closest match, with its warm ensemble, kindness and emotional heart. The Good Place and Parks and Recreation are also strong picks for viewers who loved the Roses.
Which show is the easiest to binge?
Parks and Recreation and Brooklyn Nine-Nine are easy to binge, with short episodes and a fast, clever rhythm. Ted Lasso is also quick to watch, though its emotional moments make it worth savouring.
What should I watch after Schitt’s Creek?
Ted Lasso is a natural next step, because it shares Schitt’s Creek’s kindness and ensemble warmth. The Good Place is another strong choice for a comedy with a big heart.
Is Derry Girls suitable for a comedy fan who wants something different?
Yes. It is a coming-of-age comedy set in 1990s Northern Ireland, and it mixes laughs with the historical backdrop of the Troubles. It is a strong choice for viewers who enjoy a show with more edge.
Which show on this list is a mockumentary?
Parks and Recreation and Abbott Elementary are both mockumentary sitcoms, with characters speaking to the camera. Both use the format to build a warm, observational style.
Is Grace and Frankie worth watching?
Yes, especially for fans of Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. It is a warm comedy about friendship later in life, and its early seasons get stronger as they go.
Which show has the best cast?
Parks and Recreation and Ted Lasso both have outstanding ensembles. Brooklyn Nine-Nine is also packed with strong comic performers.
Are these shows all finished?
Some are complete, and some continue. Check your streaming service for the latest seasons, since renewals and cancellations can change.
Where can I stream these shows?
Availability varies by region and changes over time, so check your preferred streaming service or a rental store for the current listing. Each entry above includes a reminder for this, so you can confirm before you press play.
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