History of the Sitcom — Season 1, Episode 2: Sex & the Sitcom
Documentary • 45 min • 1 season, 8 episodes • ★ 6.9/10
Episode synopsis
Since America has long found it easier to laugh about sex than talk seriously about it, sitcom humor has had a critical role ushering in a new era of openness, not just towards sex, but toward women’s rights and gender identity.
About History of the Sitcom
This docuseries reunites audiences with the television friends, families, and co-workers they grew up with while introducing cutting-edge comedies that are sure to be your next binge-watch. Featuring over 180 original interviews with sitcom icons the series breaks down how sitcoms have helped generations of Americans navigate an ever-shifting cultural landscape.