2023 Movies

2023 is the year of romantic comedies, and with so many new releases, there's something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a light-hearted rom-com to watch with your significant other or a raunchy romantic comedy that will have you laughing with your friends, this year promises to deliver an array of hilarious titles. The highly anticipated You People starring Jonah Hill, and Lauren London, serves as Kenya Barris's directorial debut and kicks off a star-studded 2023 for romantic comedies. With many great romcoms coming out, it will be hard to determine the top ten; or even the number one spot.Vote up all your favorite funny romantic movies and vote down the ones you saw but think other Rankers should skip. Now that so many <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-new-romantic-comedies-of-the-last-few-years/ranker-film?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">new romantic comedies</a> are coming out on streaming services, look for the Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, Amazon Prime, Paramount+, and Apple TV+ buttons to stream them whenever you want.

The Best RomCom Movies Of 2023

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The Best RomComs Movies of 2023, Ranked

Alex Alvarez

2023

Whether you like your laughs straight up or tinged with drama, comedy is definitely an area where Netflix seems to excel. With titles being added monthly, there's no shortage of comedy shows on Netflix in 2023 - both from established comedians and fresh faced Gen Z-ers.Will Arnett's improv show Murderville puts celebrities on the spot to solve a silly murder mystery every episode, a refreshing and candid look at comic geniuses at work - although sometimes it's the non-comics like Marshawn Lynch that provide the best moments. If you're looking for more of a classic sitcom, That ‘70s Show spinoff That ’90s Show also premiered this year with Kurtwood Smith and Debra Jo Rupp reprising their iconic characters.What Netflix comedy shows are your favorite? Be sure to vote and come back to see more watchlist ideas!

The Best Comedy Shows on Netflix in 2023

TV Program

Akansha Kakkad

Ranking all the new and returning shows and movies that should be on your radar in 2023.

2023: What to Watch

Pop Culture

Blending heartwarming stories and burst of laughter, romantic comedies of the small screen have become increasingly popular on streaming services for a night in. From app based love conundrums to sitcom-satisfying meet-cutes, the new romantic <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/comedy-drama-tv-shows-and-series/ranker-tv?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">comedy TV series</a> of 2023 are a delight.For young romance, teen <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-tv-shows-with-love-triangles/ranker-tv?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">love triangle show</a> The Summer I Turned Pretty airs its second season in 2023 and Netflix's Heartstopper also comes back offering another season of its gay coming-of-age story. Korean dramas also excel in this department with titles like Once Upon a Small Time and Our Beloved Summer. Other great shows on this list include And Just Like That... and Eternally Confused and Eager for Love.Vote up your favorite rom com TV shows and be sure to check out the whole list!

The Best Romantic Comedy Shows Of 2023

Looking closer at the '80s movies you've probably already committed to memory.

'80s Movie Marathon

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The 1980s were a very important time for comedy. There were more of the all-time greats working at their peak during that decade than in any other - Richard Pryor, Robin Williams, Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, Eddie Murphy, and so many others. Unsurprisingly, they turned out a series of movies that have gone on to become certified classics. Some they did individually, and others they did in various pairings. Audiences continue to enjoy them many years after their initial releases.Those same actors also had their share of pictures that were overlooked, either because they were a bit too ahead of the curve or got lost amid crowded release dates. In many cases, they're great demonstrations of the stars trying new ideas or showing off sides to their talent that they hadn't been able to show up to that point. Now is a good time to discover any of them that you may have missed. You're guaranteed to get a few good laughs from these overlooked movies.

The Most Underrated Movies Of 1980s Comedy Stars

Mike McGranaghan

1990s

The 1990s was something of a golden age for film comedy, and it was particularly notable for the significant number of comedy stars who came to dominate the box office. However, it’s important to point out how even those who achieved true superstardom also had their fair share of flops and underappreciated films.Indeed, there is a great deal to be said for just these types of films, which help to shine an important light on just how talented and hard-working many of the decade’s most important actors truly were. Perhaps just as importantly, even the most underrated films from 1990s film stars managed to be incredibly funny, arguably the most important task of a comedy movie.

The Most Underrated Movies Of 1990s Comedy Stars

Thomas West

Sitcoms

TV can be a comforting thing, and there's nothing more uplifting than a sitcom mom. They make us laugh, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/whoa-sitcom-dad-facts-80s-90s/melissa-sartore">keep the TV dads in line</a>, and supply the much-needed warm hug at the end of the episode.&nbsp;These women aren't always the characters they play on TV, however. Like our own parents, they've lived their lives, made mistakes, and said things they probably shouldn't have. Reba McEntire was a country music superstar before getting her own show in 2001. Though her character was <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/golden-girls-savage-clapbacks-funny-insults-roasts-one-liner/amaliahalpin">unapologetically blunt</a> in The Golden Girls, Estelle Getty let the writers know that some jokes were off-limits. As a mother, Florence Henderson <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/behind-the-scenes-brady-bunch-stories/mariel-loveland">wasn't always like the calm Carol Brady</a>.Vote up the new things you learned about your favorite 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s sitcom moms.

12 Facts About Sitcom Moms That Remind Us We Need To Call Home

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Facts About Sitcom Moms

Cortland Jacoby

Entertainment

&nbsp;Who are the&nbsp;most attractive female comedians of 2023? These female stand&nbsp;up comics are beautiful&nbsp;ladies on and off the stage. Busting&nbsp;balls and stealing hearts,&nbsp;some of the hottest female comedians are even models! These <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-funniest-stand-up-comedians-in-entertainment?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">stand up comedians</a> are more than just looks; many of them are podcasters and run successful businesses as well; but nobody can resist their&nbsp;charm and bright smiles.&nbsp;In your eyes, who is the most beautiful&nbsp;female comedian of 2023?&nbsp;Which female comics do you love? &nbsp;The hottest comedians of 2023 who are also popular for their looks and style include Nikki Glaser, Whitney Cummings, and Yvonne Orji, who all released <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/list-of-all-stand-up-comedy-movies/ranker-film?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">stand up comedy specials</a> in 2023. Then there's the likes of Kate McKinnon, Tiffany Haddish, and Awkwafina who showcase on stage and in movies/TV. Lest we forget, up and coming comedians like Rachel Wolfson, Ziwe Fumudoh, and Lilly Singh, who are all breaking out as we speak.Vote up the&nbsp;most beautiful women's female&nbsp;comedians you're crushing on in 2023, and help them get their followers up!

The Most Attractive Female Comedians Of 2023

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The 50+ Hottest Female Comedians Right Now, Ranked

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Lists that rank the best, most hilarious films that will make you laugh so hard, you'll wake up the whole neighborhood.

Very Funny Movies

Comedy Movies

The world can be a pretty scary place sometimes, so thank goodness we have funny movies to make us laugh. A number of recent comedy movies have done just that. The last four or five years have given audiences some truly hilarious&nbsp;films that are already on their way to achieving &quot;classic&quot; status. Other recently released comedies&nbsp;may not quite get elevated to that lofty level, but they provide&nbsp;a few&nbsp;hours of escapist entertainment nonetheless. The best new <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-funniest-movies-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">top comedy movies</a> make you forget your problems for a little while at least. They send you away feeling upbeat and happy. Such an experience is always worth the price of a ticket or a rental fee.

Every generation produces its own stars. Modern comedies are driven by immensely talented performers such as Melissa McCarthy, Seth Rogen, Kevin Hart, Tiffany Haddish, and Amy Schumer, to name just a few. These are the people who are making their mark on cinematic humor in this decade.&nbsp;

Vote up your favorites from this list of new and current comedy movies. Check back later as the latest comedy movies are added to the list once they are released.

The Best New Comedy Movies Of The Last Few Years

The 50+ Funniest New Comedy Movies, Ranked by Fans

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What was going on the year you were born? A look at the most popular things happening in entertainment, music, and even real world news while you were busy cycling through naps.

The Year You Were Born

These days, sitcoms are often overshadowed by massive fantasy epics like Game of Thrones or serious dramas like This is Us. Throughout the 1970s, ‘80s, and beyond, most sitcoms centered around families who looked and acted a lot like the people tuning in every week. Because there are so many, it’s interesting to see which sitcom dominates the competition the year they are released.&nbsp;If you were wondering what sitcom your parents might have enjoyed when you were on the way - or when you'd just entered the world - this list just might give you a clue. Whether you've gone back and watched them or not, there's always the question on many fans' minds, “What&nbsp;sitcom was everyone watching the year&nbsp;you&nbsp;were born?”

Best Sitcom That Aired The Year You Were Born

Best Sitcom From The Year You Were Born

Jonathan H. Kantor

Comedy

Comedy movies normally have one job, and that is to make the audience laugh. These films aren’t known for deep lore or expansive world-building - so when they get the laugh but also manage to add extra details into the mix it’s always impressive. A movie like <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/spaceballs-behind-the-scenes/jim-rowley">Spaceballs</a> perfectly parodies the sci-fi genre, but managing to sneak an iconic Star Wars ship into it just adds another layer for fans. In <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/addams-family-observations/charlie-boyle">Addams Family Values</a> Joel’s creepy collection is incomplete because of real-life unsolved crimes. It’s details like these that elevate these movies; sometimes it just takes a fellow fan to point them out!Whether you’re watching for the laugh or to find something new, enjoy this list of small details.

17 Interesting Details We Learned About Comedies In 2022

General

Dom Mitrano

Remember when people were skeptical that Ace Ventura could make us cry? Or when folks doubted Mr. Mom could convincingly save the citizens of Gotham City from the forces of evil? Or when people didn&#39;t think Mrs. Doubtfire would be able to make a brilliant janitor realize his true potential?

Of course you don&#39;t. Because those actors - and a whole host more -&nbsp;proved all the haters wrong in convincing fashion, pivoting from the comedy film roles that made them famous to showcase&nbsp;their dramatic bona fides. But who did it best? Did you love Melissa McCarthy&#39;s career-best work as a miserable intellectual fraudster more than Richard Pryor&#39;s car factory worker?

Parse through your favorite&nbsp;actors who, initially known for their comedy roles, proved equally adept at drama - and then rank them accordingly.

16 Comedy Actors Who've Proven They're Just As Good At Drama

Comedy Actors Who Are Just As Good At Drama

Alex Kirschenbaum

Lists about unforgettable child actors who nabbed the spotlight and how they have navigated life after fame at such vulnerable stages in their development.

Bright Young Stars

Actors' firsthand accounts of their work and personal lives as described in press junkets, talk shows, the red carpet, and their own personal media.

In Their Own Words

Many of the most beloved sitcoms to have appeared on American television have been notable for the extent to which they have introduced the world to various child actors and, just as importantly, introduced said children to the art and craft of television performance.Many child actors who appeared in these series have expressed their thoughts and feelings about what it was like to be in front of the cameras and the world at such a young age. Their comments shed an important light on the rewards - and the perils - of becoming famous while one is also trying to figure out one’s particular identity as a young person.

Former Child Actors Talk About What It Was Like To Be On Famous Sitcoms

These women-led sitcoms bring out the inner feminist in many viewers. Vote up your favorites.

31 Posts That Prove These Women-Led Sitcoms Were Always The Best

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Sitcoms have remained a popular form of entertainment for more than a half-century in part because they are comfortable, digestible blocks of television where we more or less know exactly what we're going to get out of them. Sometimes, even the shows themselves can't resist making fun of the genre's own conventions, sprinkling in meta-jokes about sitcom formats and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/sitcoms-with-recycled-scripts/saim-cheeda">common tropes</a> within the show itself. Here's a rundown of some of the funnier times when sitcoms simply couldn't resist making fun of the sitcom itself.

17 Times Sitcoms Perfectly Parodied Sitcom Cliches

Times Shows Perfectly Parodied Sitcom Cliches

Let&#39;s get one thing straight:&nbsp;Comedy is harder than drama. And to make a parody that&#39;s better than the original?&nbsp;Well, that&#39;s harder than making a comedy or a drama. To deftly combine the best aspects of two distinct genres into one incredible film - to expertly parody and subvert a genre while simultaneously adding a noteworthy film to the genre&#39;s canon? Hard to do, but for the movies on this list, clearly not impossible.

Part of what makes this cinematic feat&nbsp;doable is inherent to the nature of parody itself. Ask comedians or comedy writers what they like to spoof, and you&#39;ll generally&nbsp;find they choose subjects they genuinely love. So, a <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-horror-parody-movies/ranker-film" target="_blank">comedian making a horror movie</a> knows enough about the genre to subvert the audience&#39;s&nbsp;expectations; by that same token, they know enough about the genre to simply make a good film within its formula.

Here&#39;s a list of films that have done it best. Vote up the movies you think best parody&nbsp;a genre while being just as good as the real thing.

16 Parodies That Are Just As Good As (Or Even Better Than) The Real Thing

16 Parodies Just As Good As (Or Better Than) The Real Thing

Jake Brian Williams

These are the shows that are best described as “not for everyone.” Though most folks would definitely classify them firmly in the “comedy” category, whether or not they can make you chuckle depends on how dark you like your humor. Most of these shows might make light of darker matters, and we love them all the more for it. Here are a few selections of dark comedy and comedy that tackle dark dealings.Vote up the laffers that really make light out of dark.&nbsp;

Comedies That Are Funny But Only If You Have A Morbid Sense Of Humor

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Lists about Saturday Night Live cast members, hosts, musical acts, and backstage antics of America's favorite sketch comedy series, airing from 30 Rockefeller Plaza since 1975.

Live from New York!

Saturday Night Live

As these banned SNL hosts and guests proved the hard way, on live television, anything can happen. These fine actors, comedians, public figures, and musicians each did something so profane, outrageous, or just plain rude that they were banned from the sketch comedy institution of Saturday Night Live for life. Which hosts and musical guests have been banned from SNL?

It might be a surprise that in over 40 years of the show being on the air, only a little over a dozen of the hundreds of performers and guests have been banned. From Sin&eacute;ad O&#39;Connor&#39;s infamous incident with the photo of the Pope,&nbsp;to <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/ludicrous-steven-seagal-stories/robert-f-mason?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">actors like Steven Seagal</a> acting like jerks, these stars and public figures are all part of an elite group banned from Saturday Night Live.

It&#39;s not necessarily a group they wanted to be a part of, but their outrageous behavior, either on stage or behind the scenes (or both), got all these people on the Saturday Night Live banned list. Read through the list below to find out if your favorite SNL host or musical guest has ever been banned from appearing on the show.

17 People Who Have Been Banned from SNL

Banned SNL Hosts | List of Stars Banned from Saturday Night Live

Best of SNL

Ranking the best, funniest, and most original stand-up comedians and comic actors.

Very Funny People

Comedians

This list ranks the best stand-up comedians in the history of the art form. First and foremost, all of the people on this list are funny comedians. Beyond that, this is a diverse list of people with different styles who approach different types of subject matter.&nbsp;Many of the popular comedians listed below worked their way up through the stand up circuit and eventually landed shows&nbsp;or specials on Netflix or Comedy Central, while others started their own YouTube channels and put their best jokes out into the world that way. The funniest comedians can come from any type of background, obviously there are insanely talented Black, Asian, Latino and white comedians (and everything in between.)

Being a good stand-up comic is tough, and whether they&#39;re an observant, an orator, an absurdist, blue collar, or alternative, all of the funny comedians on this list are unique, hardworking, and hilarious. They&#39;re some of the biggest and most famous names in the game, whether current or beloved goofy old comics.&nbsp;Many of the best comedians of all time got their start as stand-up comedians and then progressed to star in their own films <a href="/list/best-shows-starring-stand-up-comics/ranker-tv" target="_blank">or TV series</a>. It takes a certain skill set and the ability to connect with people in order&nbsp;to excel at stand-up comedy, and we feel that these are the ones that shine.

This list is made of the 100 greatest stand-up comedians and then some. The top&nbsp;comedians are always changing. Feel free to add your votes on the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/comedy-central_s-100-greatest-standups-of-all-time-v1/celebrity-insider?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest standups of all time</a>. Then check back to see if any of your favorites broke into the top 20 comedians.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robin Williams

The Funniest Stand-Up Comedians Of All Time

The 100+ Best Stand-Up Comedians of All Time

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Look: There are hundred of thousands of movies out there for you to watch. All we're saying is that these are the ones you should put at the top of your list.

Greatest and Favorite Movies

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Looking for good comedy movies to watch? Here are the funniest movies of all time, ranked by fans. What are the top comedies ever made? From old comedy classics, like Airplane!, to super funny&nbsp;movies that are more recent,&nbsp;this list of the most hilarious movies attempts to answer the question &quot;What are the very best comedy&nbsp;movies of all time?&quot; by incorporating the views and opinions of all members of the Ranker Community to determine which of these are extremely funny movies. Featuring hysterical slapstick, silly, goofy, and stupid parodies (all of which are hilarious movies) - including plenty of <a href="/list/stupid-comedy-movies-dealing-with-real-world-problems/maggie-clancy" target="_blank">comedies that touch on serious subjects</a>&nbsp;- our ranking of great must-watch comedies has them all.

Vote up the really&nbsp;funny movies that will guarantee tons of laughs, and if you think our popular&nbsp;top ten&nbsp;comedies looks wrong, get your votes in! Because your votes will help determine the funniest movies of all time.

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The Absolute Funniest Movies Of All Time

The 100+ Best Comedy Movies Of All Time, Ranked By Fans

The best comedy movies&nbsp;of all time are listed here, in one convenient list to be voted on and ranked by true fans. These hilarious movies are not only laugh-out-loud funny, they&#39;re considered to be some of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-movies-of-all-time">best movies of all time</a> as well as some of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-funniest-movies-of-all-time">funniest movies ever</a>. Itching to watch a great comedy right now? Here&#39;s what you can find currently streaming on <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-comedy-films-on-amazon-prime/ranker-film">Amazon Prime</a> or <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-best-comedies-on-netflix-instant/polkadotking">Netflix</a>.&nbsp;

To be called one of the best comedies&nbsp;of all time is kind of a big deal, and chances are, you&#39;ll think some of the movies on this list are more deserving of the title than others. This round-up of top comedy movies includes gross-out comedies (Dumb and Dumber, South Park: Bigger, Longer, and Uncut), comedy parodies (Spaceballs, This is Spinal Tap), teen comedies (American Pie, Superbad), and plenty of British humor (Monty Python and the Holy Grail, History of the World: Part 1)&mdash;not to mention all the classics.&nbsp;Whatever you think is the best kind of comedy movie, it&#39;s here for you to vote on in this list of the best comedy movies.

What are the best comedy movies ever? What are the funniest movies to watch? We&#39;re not talking about just good comedy movies, but the best comedies of all time.&nbsp;This list is here to sort out the &quot;HAHA&quot; funny films from the &quot;ha&quot; movies that are kind of funny, but not so much. Don&#39;t see your favorite comedy movie on the list? Add it to this list of the greatest comedy movies so that other people will have the chance to laugh as hard as you. If you see a supposedly great comedy movie that you think stinks, make sure to vote it down to the bottom of the list of the greatest comedy films.

The All-Time Greatest Comedy Films

The All-Time Best Comedy Films, Ranked by Fans

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Detective Jake Peralta

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It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia

South Park

The Simpsons

After spending so very many hours watching a TV show, we form strong attachments - and revulsions - to certain characters. Let's rank 'em.

TV Characters We Love & Hate

Look, you watch enough of a show, you get to know the characters. Maybe you even care about them. Maybe you even love them. Or hate them. Or want to read tons of lists about them.

The People in Your TV

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Who are the funniest current TV characters on air right this very moment? This is your chance to vote up the small screen characters you truly believe are the funniest on the tube in 2019-2020. Sitcom superstars like Sofia Vergara on Modern Family and Rachel Brosnahan&nbsp;on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel&nbsp;are represented by their respective characters, the hilarious Gloria Delgado-Pritchett and Midge. <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-current-animated-series/ranker-tv?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Current cartoon characters</a> like Eric Cartman from South Park and Pam Poovey from Archer are also included. In fact, other animated series have given us some of the funniest characters on television right now. For instance, Bob&#39;s Burgers brought audiences Louise Belcher, while Family Guy introduced the world to Stewie Griffin.

Funny characters <a href="/crowdranked-list/best-shows-currently-on-the-air?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">currently on TV</a> span from comedic network TV characters like Detective Jake Peralta (played by comedian Andy Samberg) on FOX&#39;s Brooklyn Nine-Ninge&nbsp;to <a href="/crowdranked-list/the-very-best-of-premium-cable-original-programming?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">premium cable</a> dramas characters like Jensen Ackles&#39;s Dean Winchester on The CW&#39;s Supernatural.

Which of these current TV show characters in 2020 do you think are the funniest and most laugh out loud hilarious? Cast your votes below and be sure to add any other funny television characters, provided they are on a current show (network or streaming).

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The Funniest Characters Currently On TV

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The 50+ Funniest Characters Currently on TV

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List of the best current Saturday Night Live cast members, as ranked by fans and casual critics. SNL has been on for 45 glorious seasons. The show has been known for scooping up the most talented improv and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/comedians?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">comedy actors</a> on the underground circuit and turning them into comedy superstars. In 2012, many of the SNL cast members who were carrying the weight of the show for years - including Bill Hader, Jason Sudeikis, and Fred Armisen - left the cast and left plenty of room for newcomers to shine. The current cast of SNL is filled with newcomers who have yet to make a big name for themselves in sketch comedy. The present season has allowed these lesser known cast members to properly sparkle.&nbsp;This list features <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/what-saturday-night-live-cast-thinks-about-show/mike-calendrillo/">long time cast members</a> like Cecily Strong and long-time sketch comedy veterans Kenan Thompson and Colin Jost, as well as newer faces like Bowen Yang and Ego Nwodim&nbsp;who prove themselves on a weekly basis. Not only is individual comedy prowess important, illustrating an ability to work as a comedy team puts some of these cast members among the best of the best. The SNL current cast is versatile and can do it all.&nbsp;Who are the best SNL cast members still on the show in 2022-23? This list features the entire current cast, including repertory and featured players.

The Best Current SNL Cast Members

Ranking All SNL Cast Members In Season 48, Best To Worst

Popular Opinion

The funniest <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-female-tv-characters-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">female TV characters</a> are those whom we&#39;ve both laughed at and laughed with, sharing their hilarious moments and sometimes their most touching ones. These funny females are mothers, friends, wives and businesswomen -- comical television character versions of the roles women play in real life. Sometimes easy to relate to, sometimes not, funny female TV characters keep viewers returning to the TV for season after season.

While most truly funny women on TV can be found in sitcoms, a few of the best and funniest women in television can be found in dramas and even cartoon shows. Ally McBeal proved that a leading woman&rsquo;s role could deal with dramatic situations, yet still allow the female lead to be humorous. A few of the funniest female TV characters have also come from books adapted into television shows, as in the case of Piper Chapman -- who also plays in a drama.&nbsp;

Some of the funniest women on TV are known for their antics; a classic example is Lucy Ricardo&rsquo;s failure to pronounce &ldquo;Vitameatavegamin&rdquo; after becoming tipsy off the health tonic of the same name. Some of TV&rsquo;s funniest women are known for their rants or musings. Remember when Elaine Benes had to decide whether men were &lsquo;spongeworthy?&#39; Or 30 Rock&#39;s sarcastic Liz Lemon and her many antics. No matter why viewers find them funny, these quirky, witty girl characters continue to stand the test of time and give both men and women hilarious females to enjoy on TV.&nbsp;

Whoever your favorite funny women on TV are, chances are they&rsquo;ve become characters you can watch again and again. And that&rsquo;s the real test: The funniest female TV characters aren&rsquo;t just funny once, they&rsquo;re enjoyable and humorous with repeated viewings. They&rsquo;re human, they&rsquo;re engaging and these funny television females give audiences not only a laugh, but a lift -- whether they earned one season, six seasons or more.

The Funniest Female TV Characters

The 50+ Funniest Female TV Characters Of All Time

All the best shows airing new episodes on regular TV and streaming through online media.

TV: What's On Now?

What's your favorite TV show to turn on if you're looking for a laugh? We've decided a list of the funniest shows is needed, so have a look and judge which ones give you the best comic relief. Spread out between the top <a href="/list/best-current-tv-sitcoms/ranker-tv">current best sitcoms</a>, the animated series that keep us laughing, and those news-style, <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-improvised-sitcoms/ranker-tv">improv</a> or sketch comedy series, these are the absolute funniest programs on television today.Some of the funniest and best comedy shows currently on the air are new takes on the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-greatest-sitcoms-in-television-history?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">classic sitcom</a>. The Goldbergs was funny enough to get its own spin-off series while other sitcoms like It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Bob's Burgers enjoy strong followings and great ratings.Aside from traditional sitcoms, there are many other funny shows on television today. Animated favorites remain among the funniest on TV such as The Simpsons, South Park, Family Guy,&nbsp;and Archer while news-style shows like The Daily Show and Last Week Tonight poke fun at recent events and do so hilariously. Let's not forget how funny other shows like Saturday Night Live are as well. There is little doubt that many of these choices will be remembered among the <a href="/crowdranked-list/greatest-tv-shows-of-all-time">greatest TV shows of all time</a> and the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-2010s-comedy-tv-shows/ranker-tv">funniest series of the decade</a>.What's your go-to show for laughs? Vote for your must-see comedy shows below, and where your favorite funniest shows rank! Happy laughs, TV watchers!