Nytimes iconNytimesSep 13, 2026

What’s Happening to TV Comedies Is Not Funny

The demands of streaming, which is now how most viewers watch TV, are not suited to just plain old comedy.

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The demands of streaming, which is now how most viewers watch TV, are not suited to just plain old comedy.

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