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Abbott Elementary and the 15 best comedies on Hulu

When life gets a bit too serious, there's nothing like a good comedy to lift your spirits. Here are 16 best comedies streaming on Hulu.

By Crystal George

ABBOTT ELEMENTARY - ÒWillard R. AbbottÓ Abbott Elementary is deemed a Philadelphia historical landmark, much to Ava and JanineÕs delight; however, Barbara and Melissa are not as impressed. The school plans a celebration in honor of its namesake, but not everything goes as planned. SUNDAY, MARCH 10 (10:32-11:02 p.m. EDT/8:32-9:03 p.m. MDT/7:32-8:02 p.m. PDT - Special Time), on ABC. (Disney/Gilles Mingasson) TYLER JAMES WILLIAMS, QUINTA BRUNSON, CHRIS PERFETTI, LISA ANN WALTER, SHERYL LEE RALPH
ABBOTT ELEMENTARY - ÒWillard R. AbbottÓ Abbott Elementary is deemed a Philadelphia historical landmark, much to Ava and JanineÕs delight; however, Barbara and Melissa are not as impressed. The school plans a celebration in honor of its namesake, but not everything goes as planned. SUNDAY, MARCH 10 (10:32-11:02 p.m. EDT/8:32-9:03 p.m. MDT/7:32-8:02 p.m. PDT - Special Time), on ABC. (Disney/Gilles Mingasson) TYLER JAMES WILLIAMS, QUINTA BRUNSON, CHRIS PERFETTI, LISA ANN WALTER, SHERYL LEE RALPH /
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Are you looking to brighten your day with some laughter? Look no further than Hulu’s impressive lineup of comedies that guarantee to lift your spirits and keep you laughing out loud.

The streamer offers a diverse range of comedic content to suit all tastes, ensuring that there’s something for everyone to enjoy. In this article, we’ve handpicked the best comedy series on Hulu that promise to bring joy and laughter straight to your living room. Now, get ready to stream and laugh your heart out!

Abbott Elementary (2021-)

Cast: Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Lisa Ann Walter, Chris Perfetti, Sheryl Lee Ralph, William Stanford Davis

Abbott Elementary is a popular mockumentary-style sitcom that airs its episodes on ABC first before releasing them on Hulu the next day. As of Sept. 30, the first three seasons are streaming on Hulu. A fourth season is set to start airing on ABC on Oct. 9. Like previous seasons, you can expect new episodes to drop on Hulu the day after they air.

The comedy series follows a group of dedicated teachers and a somewhat tone-deaf principal working at a poorly funded public elementary school in Philadelphia. Despite the odds stacked against them, the teachers are committed to helping their students succeed and are willing to go to great lengths to provide them with the best education possible.

Only Murders in the Building (2021-)

Cast: Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez

Only Murders in the Building is a critically acclaimed mystery-comedy series centering around a trio of strangers all living in the same upscale apartment complex who share a common interest in true crime podcasts. When a suspicious death occurs in their building, the trio teams up together to investigate the murder. The first four seasons are currently streaming on Hulu, with a fifth season in the works.

English Teacher (2024-)

Cast: Brian Jordan Alvarez, Stephanie Koenig, Enrico Colantoni, Sean Patton

English Teacher is a new comedy series that airs new episodes on FX every Monday before releasing them on Hulu the next day. The show revolves around Evan Marquez, a dedicated high school English teacher in Austin, Texas, who tries his best to navigate the personal, professional, and political challenges of teaching teenagers.

Everybody Hates Chris (2005-2009)

Cast: Tyler James Williams, Terry Crews, Tichina Arnold, Tequan Richmond, Imani Hakim, Vincent Martella

All four seasons of the iconic comedy sitcom Everybody Hates Chris are available to stream on Hulu. Loosely based on Chris Rock's teenage years growing up in the '80s in Brooklyn, New York, Everybody Hates Chris centers around teenage Chris, portrayed by Tyler James Williams, and the trials and tribulations he faces while growing up.

Superstore (2015-2021)

Cast: America Ferrera, Ben Feldman, Lauren Ash, Colton Dunn, Nico Santos, Nichole Sakura, Mark McKinney, Kaliko Kauahi

One of the best workplace comedy shows would have to be Superstore. All six seasons of the series are streaming on Hulu right now. The show revolves around a diverse group of employees working at a big-box chain store and the challenges they face on a day-to-day basis while on the clock.

Here are 11 more hilariously funny comedy shows currently streaming on Hulu:

  • The Bear (2022-)
  • Pen15 (2019-2021)
  • New Girl (2011-2018)
  • Schitt's Creek (2015-2020)
  • Atlanta (2016-2022)
  • 30 Rock (2006-2013)
  • Modern Family (2009-2020)
  • Black-ish (2014-2022)
  • The Mindy Project (2012-2017)
  • My Wife and Kids (2001-2005)
  • Key & Peele (2012-2015)

What are some of your favorite comedy series you enjoy watching?


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