In this episode, we explore the reasons behind the decline of the once-beloved sitcom genre. Sitcoms, once a staple of television, are struggling to connect with modern audiences, particularly younger viewers. We'll discuss how reality TV and prestige dramas are dominating the entertainment landscape, leaving sitcoms in an awkward middle ground.
We’ll also examine the shift in Hollywood's value system, where comedies are often overshadowed by dramas, and how even award-winning "comedies" are often dramedies with serious undertones. Shows like Ted Lasso have blurred the lines, making it harder for traditional sitcoms to stand out. Additionally, short-form content on platforms like TikTok may be replacing the role sitcoms once played by delivering relatable humour in a faster, more accessible format.
Join us as we break down the aesthetic challenges of the modern sitcom, from outdated multicam formats to the overly polished look of network shows, and explore what the genre needs to do to reinvent itself. Can sitcoms innovate and reclaim their place, or are they a relic of the past? Tune in to find out!
