20 Best Comedy TV Shows on Netflix 2026
Find Netflix comedies worth your time, from The Gentlemen and Brooklyn Nine-Nine to Shameless, Tires, Leanne, and more.
If you want a smarter, easier way to find the best comedy TV shows on Netflix, this list brings together sharp writing, big personalities, and plenty of rewatch value. You will find newer picks like The Gentlemen, Tires, Leanne, Best Medicine, and The Four Seasons alongside proven favorites such as Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Shameless. The mix leans into action, crime, drama, and romance too, so the laughs come with real story momentum. And because the lineup spans classics and fresh releases, there is something here whether you want a quick binge or a longer weekend run. Even Pokémon earns a spot for viewers who like their comedy with adventure and nostalgia.
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The Gentlemen
action · comedy · crime
When aristocratic Eddie inherits the family estate, he discovers that it's home to an enormous weed empire — and its proprietors aren't going anywhere.
Directed by Eran Creevy, Guy Ritchie, David Caffrey, Nima Nourizadeh, Nick RowlandCast Theo James, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, Joely Richardson, Vinnie JonesNetflix -
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Tires
action · comedy
At his father's auto shop, a hapless manager strives to improve customer service and drive profits while keeping his troublemaking cousin in line.
Directed by John McKeeverCast Shane Gillis, Steve Gerben, Chris O'Connor, Kilah Fox, Stavros HalkiasNetflix -
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Best Medicine
comedy · drama
A brilliant surgeon leaves Boston to become a small-town doctor where he spent childhood summers. Despite his medical skills, his rude manner alienates locals as he battles hidden phobias and struggles with personal connections.
Directed by Jaime Eliezer Karas, Jamie Babbit, Todd Holland, Jaffar Mahmood, Jason WinerCast Josh Charles, Abigail Spencer, Josh Segarra, Cree, Annie PottsNetflixHulu -
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Shameless
comedy · drama
Chicagoan Frank Gallagher is the proud single dad of six smart, industrious, independent kids, who without him would be... perhaps better off. When Frank's not at the bar spending what little money they have, he's passed out on the floor. But the kids have found ways to grow up in spite of him. They may not be like any family you know, but they make no apologies for being exactly who they are.
Directed by Iain B. MacDonald, Mark Mylod, Christopher Chulack, John Wells, Anthony HemingwayCast William H. Macy, Ethan Cutkosky, Jeremy Allen White, Shanola Hampton, Steve HoweyNetflix -
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Leanne
comedy
When her husband leaves her for another woman, a resilient Southern mom starts over with the support of her loving, but unfiltered family.
Directed by Nikki Lorre, James Widdoes, Kristy Cecil, Andy Ackerman, Nick BakayCast Leanne Morgan, Kristen Johnston, Blake Clark, Ryan Stiles, Celia WestonNetflix -
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Brooklyn Nine-Nine
comedy · crime
A single-camera ensemble comedy following the lives of an eclectic group of detectives in a New York precinct, including one slacker who is forced to shape up when he gets a new boss.
Directed by Michael McDonald, Claire Scanlon, Linda Mendoza, Dean Holland, Beth McCarthy-MillerCast Andy Samberg, Stephanie Beatriz, Terry Crews, Melissa Fumero, Joe Lo TruglioNetflixPeacock Premium -
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Suits
comedy · drama
While running from a drug deal gone bad, Mike Ross, a brilliant young college-dropout, slips into a job interview with one of New York City's best legal closers, Harvey Specter. Tired of cookie-cutter law school grads, Harvey takes a gamble by hiring Mike on the spot after he recognizes his raw talent and photographic memory.
Directed by Michael Smith, Anton Cropper, Christopher Misiano, Kevin Bray, Roger KumbleCast Gabriel Macht, Rick Hoffman, Sarah Rafferty, Patrick J. Adams, Meghan MarkleNetflixPeacock Premium -
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North of North
comedy
A young Inuk mother wants to build a fresh future, but in her small Arctic community where everyone knows each other's business, it won't be easy.
Directed by Anya Adams, Danis Goulet, Aleysa Young, Zoe Leigh Hopkins, Renuka JeyapalanCast Anna Lambe, Maika Harper, Braeden Clarke, Zorga Qaunaq, Bailey PochingNetflix -
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The Hawk
comedy · sport
Follows Lonnie Hawkins, 2004's top golfer, as he struggles to recapture his magic late in his career, refusing to believe he's anything other than one stroke away from golf's greatest comeback.
Directed by David Gordon Green, Shiri Appleby, Chris Henchy, Jonathan WatsonCast Will Ferrell, Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, David HornsbyNetflix -
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Beef
comedy · drama
A road rage incident between two strangers — a failing contractor and an unfulfilled entrepreneur — sparks a feud that brings out their darkest impulses.
Directed by Jake Schreier, Lee Sung Jin, Hikari, Kitao SakuraiCast Steven Yeun, Ali Wong, Joseph Lee, Young Mazino, Remy HoltNetflix -
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A Man on the Inside
comedy · crime
A retired professor with a knack for snooping gets a new lease on life when a private investigator recruits him to go undercover and crack a case.
Directed by Morgan Sackett, Rebecca Asher, Michael Schur, Anu Valia, Dean HollandCast Ted Danson, Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Lilah Richcreek Estrada, Stephanie Beatriz, Stephen McKinley HendersonNetflix -
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Animal Control
comedy
A group of local animal control workers' lives are complicated by the fact that animals are simple, but humans are not. Leading the crew is Frank, an opinionated, eccentric animal control officer who may not have gone to college but is still the most well-read person in the room. In his past life as a cop, Frank tried to expose corruption in his department, but his efforts got him fired, leaving him cynical and curmudgeonly. Despite his rough exterior, he is blessed with an almost superhuman ability to understand animals.
Directed by Natalia Anderson, Jay Chandrasekhar, Clark Mathis, Bob Fisher, Rob GreenbergCast Joel McHale, Vella Lovell, Michael Rowland, Ravi Patel, Grace PalmerNetflixHulu -
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Sex Education
comedy · drama · romance
Inexperienced Otis channels his sex therapist mom when he teams up with rebellious Maeve to set up an underground sex therapy clinic at school.
Directed by Ben Taylor, Kate Herron, Runyararo Mapfumo, Dominic Leclerc, Alyssa McClellandCast Asa Butterfield, Gillian Anderson, Ncuti Gatwa, Emma Mackey, Connor SwindellsNetflix -
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Wednesday
comedy · crime · fantasy · mystery
Smart, sarcastic and a little dead inside, Wednesday Addams investigates twisted mysteries while making new friends — and foes — at Nevermore Academy.
Directed by Tim Burton, James Marshall, Gandja Monteiro, Paco Cabezas, Angela RobinsonCast Jenna Ortega, Hunter Doohan, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, Georgie FarmerNetflix -
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Death Inc.
comedy
After the founder's death, his widow defies expectations by taking over the funeral home against the right-hand man's plans, facing competition, internal conflicts and a #metoo case that threatens the company's legacy.
Directed by Laura CaballeroCast Carlos Areces, Bárbara Santa-Cruz, Lucía Quintana, Amaia Salamanca, Gerald FillmoreNetflix -
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Running Point
comedy · sport
A reformed party girl must prove herself as a businesswoman when she's unexpectedly put in charge of her family's pro basketball team.
Directed by Michael Weaver, David Stassen, Thembi Banks, James Ponsoldt, Erica OyamaCast Kate Hudson, Drew Tarver, Scott MacArthur, Brenda Song, Fabrizio GuidoNetflix -
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Seinfeld
comedy
A stand-up comedian and his three offbeat friends weather the pitfalls and payoffs of life in New York City in the '90s. It's a show about nothing.
Directed by Andy Ackerman, Tom Cherones, David Steinberg, D. Owen Trainor, Joshua WhiteCast Jerry Seinfeld, Michael Richards, Jason Alexander, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ruth CohenNetflix -
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The Four Seasons
comedy · romance
The decades-long friendship between three married couples is tested when one divorces, complicating their tradition of quarterly weekend getaways.
Directed by Shari Springer Berman, Lang Fisher, Robert Pulcini, Colman Domingo, Jeff RichmondCast Tina Fey, Will Forte, Kerri Kenney, Marco Calvani, Erika HenningsenNetflix -
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Pokémon
action & adventure · animation · comedy · drama · fantasy · kids & family · science-fiction
Join Ash accompanied by his partner Pikachu, as he travels through many regions, meets new friends and faces new challenges on his quest to become a Pokémon Master.
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The Boroughs
adventure · comedy · drama · fantasy · horror · mystery · sci-fi
In a seemingly perfect retirement community, a grieving newcomer's monstrous encounter inspires him to join a misfit crew of unlikely heroes who uncover a dark secret that proves their "golden years" are more dangerous, and they are more formidable, than anyone expects.
Directed by Augustine Frizzell, Kyle Patrick Alvarez, Ben TaylorCast Alfred Molina, Alfre Woodard, Denis O'Hare, Clarke Peters, Carlos MirandaNetflix
Wrapping Up
This lineup makes it easy to match your mood with a show that actually lands the jokes. From crime-flavored wit to character-driven family chaos, the selections cover a lot of different comedy styles without feeling random. Bookmark this page if you want a simple place to come back to when you are deciding what to stream next, because it is updated regularly as Netflix changes. With newer titles and longtime favorites both in the mix, it stays useful whether you are browsing casually or planning your next binge.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often is this list updated?
We refresh this list regularly as titles are added or removed from streaming catalogs, so rankings and availability stay current.
Do I need a Netflix subscription to watch these?
Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Netflix. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
How are these comedy shows ranked?
We rank by a combination of audience rating and current popularity, so you're seeing the comedy titles people are actually watching right now, not just an old fixed list.
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Last updated: September 11, 2026