Goofy TV Shows to Watch with Tweens and Teens

Last updated: April 30, 2026

Tweens and teens are known for being picky about what they watch, especially with their parents. But this list of hilarious shows might provide inspiration for your next family favorite. From comfort comedies you can watch over and over, like Frasier or Parks and Recreation, to cringe-worthy classics, like The Office or Nathan for You, there's a range of humor here. There are also great picks with a hint of social commentary (Key & Peele or Portlandia) or a heap of absurdism (Monty Python's Flying Circus or Tim and Eric) and shows that reward viewers with jokes so subtle you might have missed them the first time around (30 Rock or Arrested Development). Note that some of these shows are edgier than others in terms of language, sex jokes, gross stuff, and more, so as always, know your kid and read our reviews to make sure each pick is right for your family. For more things to watch with older kids, try our list of Best Sitcoms for Tweens and Teens or Goofy Comedy Movies to Watch with Tweens and Teens. For some more satire-oriented content from across the board, check out our list of Best Satire Sites and Shows for Teens.

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Gravity Falls

age 8+

Clever sibling story has some spooky stuff for kids.

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Steven Universe

age 8+

Quirky cartoon values diversity, friendship, and purpose.

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Adventure Time

age 10+

Original, if nonsensical, hilarity; expect minor weapons.

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The Ellen DeGeneres Show

age 11+

Ellen brings humor and positive messages to daytime.

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Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return

age 12+

Successor to cult fave is just as funny as the original.

Netflix Comedy (2017)
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The Good Place

age 12+

Incredibly original afterlife sitcom has charm, diversity.

NBC Comedy (2016)
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The Simpsons

age 12+

Clever, fast-paced cartoon with edgy humor.

Fox Comedy (1989)
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Bob's Burgers

age 13+

Satirical, sometimes offensive humor in animated comedy.

Fox Comedy (2011)
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine

age 13+

Lighthearted cop comedy serves up laughs and diversity.

Fox Comedy (2013)
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Detectorists

age 13+

There's hidden gold in this low-stakes British comedy.

BBC Comedy (2014)
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Fawlty Towers

age 13+

Vintage British comedy shows its age but still entertains.

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Frasier

age 13+

Intelligent, mature farce is a classic.

NBC , Syndicated Comedy (1993)
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King of the Hill

age 13+

Wickedly funny at times, but not for all tastes.

Fox , FX , Syndicated Comedy (1997)
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Mystery Science Theater 3000

age 13+

Robots poke fun at bad movies with mild scares, dated humor.

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Parks and Recreation

age 13+

Local government spoof for mature viewers is goofy at heart.

NBC Comedy (2009)
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Portlandia

age 13+

Quirky comedy about hipsters is mild but meant for adults.

IFC Comedy (2011)
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Schitt's Creek

age 13+

Great cast in fish-out-of-water comedy; drinking, sex.

Pop TV Comedy (2015)
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A.P. Bio

age 14+

Mature humor, iffy role models in school-set comedy.

NBC Comedy (2018)
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Community

age 14+

College comedy's wit trumps some stereotyping.

NBC Comedy (2009)
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Documentary Now!

age 14+

Drugs, cursing, mock violence on hilarious spoof series.

IFC Comedy (2015)
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