Schitt's Creek came and conquered the hearts of viewers across the world like no other show had done for a long time. The series follows the formerly wealthy Rose family as they come to terms with the loss of their fortune and their relocation to Schitt's Creek, a small town they had purchased on a whim and forgot about. With some unforgettable moments of comic genius, seasoned with love and messages of compassion, the show now enjoys a cult following. If you are among the millions of Schitt's Creek fans, we are happy to report that are more such shows that will leave you with a smile on your face.
Here's a list of shows that you are bound to resonate with if you like Schitt's Creek.
1.Modern Family – Disney + Hotstar
If you think the Rose family is the perfect blend of eccentricity and humour, you will love the three families that shoulder Modern Family. The series, which is available for streaming on Disney + Hotstar, traces the lives of Jay Pritchett, his daughter Claire and his son Mitchell, and their respective families. With a whole lot of humour and love, the series tackles serious issues like the status of immigrants, teen pregnancy, homosexuality and adoption.
2. Kim's Convenience – Netflix
Netflix's Kim's Convenience traces the life of the Korean-Canadian Kim family. They run a convenience store – hence, the name of the show – in Toronto. The series follows the hurdles that an immigrant family may be faced with and the intricacies of familial relationships, through the calming lens of comedy.
3. Grace & Frankie – Netflix
Grace & Frankie is the story of two women, who have for long been pitted as rivals, by each other and those around them. But the rivals form an unlikely friendship as they find out that their husbands have fallen in love with each other and plan to get married. The now ex-wives form a bond after the initial shock and what follows is a delightful and hilarious journey of two friends. Watch it for Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin's amazing acting chemistry.
4. Shameless – Prime Video
Shameless is the story of a single dad -- who is also an alcoholic -- and his six children, who struggle to make ends meet. The grim premise of the show does not prevent it from being a compelling comedy. Children of the dysfunctional household take care of their father, who finds himself either inebriated, drugged or in the quest of escapades, between laughs and hilarious jokes.
5. Sarabhai vs. Sarabhai – Disney+ Hotstar
The most famous of Indian family dramas is Sarabhai vs. Sarabhai, which has remained a cult favourite since it first aired on television in 2004. The show, which caught the eye of a whole new generation with its presence on the streaming platform, follows the lives of the senior Sarabhai couple played by Satish Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah, and the younger Sarabhai couple played by Sumeet Raghavan, Rupali Ganguly, along with everyone's favourite Rosesh Sarabhai (Rajesh Kumar).
Keep this list close to you for a great weekend binge.