As a city full of crazy, New York lends itself to the sitcom format better than maybe any other city. But which ones really captured the experience of living here? Our list is ranked not just by how funny these shows are, but by how relatable they are to New Yorkers—the people who’ve actually endured the wacky roommates or the subway ride from hell without the benefit of a laugh track…
The 10 best New York sitcoms
See who made the list of the greatest comedy shows ever set in NYC (this article was not filmed in front of a live studio audience)
9. Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013–)
8. Bored to Death (2009–2011)
7. Friends (1994–2004)
6. 30 Rock (2006–2013)
5. Louie (2010– )
4. Flight of the Conchords (2007–2009)
3. Futurama (1999– )
2. Seinfeld (1989–1998)
1. Broad City (2014– )
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