Movies & TV
Sitcoms Trivia Quiz
From Seinfeld to Schitt's Creek — test your knowledge of TV's funniest shows.
From Seinfeld to Schitt's Creek — test your knowledge of TV's funniest shows.
The sitcom genre has been a television staple for over 70 years, with the Friends finale in 2004 drawing 52.5 million viewers — making it the most-watched entertainment broadcast of the decade. From multi-camera laugh-track classics to modern single-camera comedies, sitcoms continue to dominate streaming platforms.
Each round presents 10 randomized multiple-choice questions drawn from a pool of 50, so every playthrough is different. You get instant feedback with explanations after each answer, plus a shareable score at the end.
This quiz covers classic and modern sitcoms — character names, running gags, famous episodes, and behind-the-scenes facts. Did you know the cast of Friends negotiated to be paid equally, earning $1 million per episode by the final season?
Consistently top-ranked sitcoms include Seinfeld, The Office, Friends, Cheers, and I Love Lucy. Modern additions to best-of lists include Parks and Recreation, Schitt's Creek, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Rankings vary by publication, but these shows consistently appear near the top.
The longest-running live-action sitcom in U.S. television history is It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, which has been airing since 2005. In terms of animated sitcoms, The Simpsons holds the record, premiering in 1989 and surpassing 750 episodes.
Critically acclaimed comedies in recent years include Abbott Elementary, Ted Lasso, Hacks, and The Bear. Streaming has expanded the sitcom landscape, with platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and Apple TV+ all producing hit comedies.
Last updated: March 2026