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Jerry (Jim O'Heir) at work on Parks and Recreation

Sabienna Bowman

What A Treat Yo' Self Day Would Look Like For Parks And Recreation's Jerry

Actor Jim O'Heir shared what Jerry's dream Treat Yo' Self day might look like for his lovable character, and it's pretty much exactly what Parks and Recreation fans would expect.

Adam Scott as Ben Wyatt and Amy Poehler as Leslie Knope on Parks and Recreation

Benny Regalbuto

The Fake Parks And Recreation Product That Briefly Became A Reality

In Parks and Recreation, when Ben Wyatt becomes temporarily unemployed, he loses all sense of direction and turns to his nerdy habits to keep him afloat. The result is one of Parks and Rec's most enduring legacies — so enduring, in fact, it translated to real life at one point.

Karen Filippelli (Rashida Jones) at the computer on The Office

Sabienna Bowman

The Real Reason Rashida Jones Left The Office

Viewers adored Karen, and the new dynamic she brought to the show, leaving many upset when Rashida Jones left The Office. Even though Jones was a terrific addition to the cast, the exit of Karen felt inevitable, but Jones didn't leave The Office simply because Jim and Pam finally got together.

Jim O'Heir as Jerry Gergich on Parks and Recreation

Mike Bedard

The Meanest Prank Pulled On Jerry On Parks And Recreation

In terms of pure meanness, there is one of the many, many mean-spirited office pranks that really stands out above the rest.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Thanksgiving sitcom episode

Anne Cruz

The 14 Best Thanksgiving Sitcom Episodes, Ranked

Here's a ranking of Thanksgiving episodes based on the quality of laughs, cultural impact, and comfort, including greats from "Friends" and "Bob's Burgers."

Kristen Johnston and French Stewart on Mom

Patrick Phillips

The Classic Sitcom Reunion You Never Noticed On Mom

The moment Kristen Johnston joined the Mom landscape, fans of a certain late '90s sitcom were quick to note the possibility of an onscreen reunion with her longtime co-star French Stewart.

Mike Bedard

The Forgotten Creed Website The Office Fans Can Still Visit

On a recent episode of their "Office Ladies" podcast, Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey recalled a Creed joke from the third season finale of The Office that managed to make its way into the real world.

Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany star in WandaVision

Mike Bedard

The Classic Sitcom That Influenced Marvel's WandaVision

While WandaVision has taken cues from many eras of sitcom history, a quote from director Matt Shakman points to one sitcom that was of particular importance.

Melora Hardin as Jan Levinson in The Office

Sharon Pruitt-Young

The Tiny Detail That Once Stopped Production On The Office

Throughout the years, the show has been praised for everything from its quirky brand of purposely-cringey humor to its iconic, unforgettable characters, but you can't talk about what makes The Office great without getting into the insane amount of detail that went into every part of it.

Nina Starner

The Two Huge Sitcoms Actress Jessica Capshaw Surprisingly Passed On

Netflix’s new original romantic comedy The Holidate features some pretty recognizable television stars, but you probably don’t know that one of its supporting players turned down two huge sitcoms earlier in her career.

Betty White as Bea Sigurdson on Fox's That '70s Show

Nick Vrchoticky

The Dark Theory About Eric's Grandma In That '70s Show

We only see Kitty Forman's parents, Burt (Tom Poston) and Bea Sigurdson (Betty White), a few times throughout That '70s Show. Burt sadly dies of a heart attack on a season 5 episode, and fans think Bea had something to do with it.

Laura Prepon as Donna Pinciotti on Fox's That '70s Show

Nick Vrchoticky

Why That '70s Show Fans Are Split Over Donna

Donna's character grows through the show's progression, but the growth is ultimately influenced by her scrawny boyfriend. Some fans don't like the person Donna grows into.

Nick Offerman in Parks and Recreation, Ron Swanson

Xandra Harbet

Parks And Rec: The Untold Truth Of Ron Swanson

We're here to bring you the untold truth of Ron Swanson, with behind-the-scenes facts about Parks and Recreation and actor Nick Offerman that prove he and Ron are almost the same person, with a few key differences.

Ian Goldstein

The Eric And Donna Scene From That '70s Show That Means More Than You Think

When you set a '90s sitcom around teenagers in the 1970s, it's hard to avoid taking a jab at disco. But That '70s Show devoted an entire episode to the music genre, and in doing so, created one of the most meaningful scenes for two of its main characters.

Don Stark as Bob Pinciotti on That '70s Show

Ian Goldstein

This Was The Most Annoying Character On That '70s Show

Even with so many lovable characters, there's bound to be a few duds that annoy both the audience and the characters on the show. That's where Donna's dad, Bob Pinciotti, comes in.

Ian Goldstein

The Real Reason Ashton Kutcher Left That '70s Show

For over two decades, actor Ashton Kutcher has remained a consistent household name, but teenagers today might not realize that Kutcher landed his first big Hollywood break playing the dim-witted but lovable Kelso on the hit '90s sitcom That '70s Show. Here's the story of his departure.

Mayim Bialik as Amy Farrah Fowler and Jim Parsons as Sheldon Cooper on CBS' The Big Bang Theory

Nick Vrchoticky

The Big Bang Theory Couple That Has Fans Divided

The couples in The Big Bang Theory might not be the best examples of healthy relationships at times, but the show does a good job of putting them together in pairs that contrast each other to set up the show's jokes ... except for one, which some fans think undermined the premise of the series.

Conchata Ferrell as Berta on Two and a Half Men

Shane O'Neill

Conchata Ferrell's Biggest Roles After Playing Berta On Two And A Half Men

On October 12, 77-year-old Conchata Ferrell tragically passed away as a result of complications from a heart attack. While her demise is undoubtedly saddening, and fans across the world will mourn her for some time, now is as good a time as any to reminisce and appreciate her unmatched wit.

Jim and Pam smile at each other on season 2, episode 6 of The Office

Sharon Pruitt-Young

The Jim And Pam Moment From The Office That Wouldn't Fly Today

While The Office's Jim is known for his hilarious antics and the heartfelt, vulnerable moments he shares with Pam, a lot of his actions make for great TV but would never fly in an actual workplace. Here's one scene between the two that would result in a firing if anyone tried it in real life.

Mike Floorwalker

The Real Reason Netflix's The Ranch Was Canceled

The dysfunctional family at the center of the Netflix original series The Ranch has taken us on a ride full of ups and downs, laughs and drama, bitter feuds and sweet moments. It wasn't a victim of Netflix's itchy trigger finger; the show's creative team had told the story they wanted to tell.

Nick Vrchoticky

Trailer Park Boys' Mike Smith: Details Only True Fans Know About The Man Behind Bubbles

If you've ever watched "Trailer Park Boys," you probably know a bit about Bubbles, but here are some things you might not know about actor Mike Smith.

Patrick Phillips

Why Boyle From Brooklyn Nine-Nine Looks So Familiar

Since debuting on Fox in 2013, Brooklyn Nine-Nine has been revered not only as the funniest series on television, but also one of the most overlooked, with little more than a strong cult following keeping it afloat in the network realm. Where have you seen Detective Boyle before, though?

Carrie Wampler at The Yellow Birds premiere

Benny Regalbuto

Why The New Ren From The Goldbergs Looks So Familiar

In season 7, Kelli Berglund was introduced as Erica's (Hayley Orrantia) college friend and Barry's (Troy Gentile) love interest Loren, AKA Ren. She won't be reprising the role come season 8, so the showrunners decided to fill the role of Ren in with another actress: Carrie Wampler.

John Krasinski as "Jim Halpert" on NBC's The Office

Nick Vrchoticky

The Final Jim Prank We Never Got To See On The Office

One of the best things about The Office is Jim and Dwight's dynamic. As great as all the workplace shenanigans between them were, though, Jim pulled one final prank on Dwight, and we never got to see it. Here's the story of the Office series finale prank to end all pranks.

Jason Segel as Marshall Eriksen, Alyson Hannigan as Lily Aldrin, Cobie Smulders as Robin Scherbatsky, Neil Patrick Harris as Barney Stinson, and Josh Radnor as Ted Mosby on How I Met Your Mother

Trevor Lowry

The Truth About The Bar From How I Met Your Mother

Every great sitcom has a common hang-out spot. How I Met Your Mother takes place in more than one location, but if there's one setting where some of the most cherished moments of the series were captured, it's MacLaren's Pub. Here's the story behind the iconic spot.

Steve Carell as Michael Scott on The Office

Trevor Lowry

The One Scene From The Office That Makes Us Love Steve Carell Even More

Trying to figure out the best Michael Scott scene on The Office is hopeless — an easier task is watching the lovable sitcom from start to finish, and deeming all Michael Scott scenes worthy. Throughout the series, Scott flouts all of the standard office politics, procedures, and decorum.

James Avery and Will Smith in NBC's Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Nick Vrchoticky

The Secret That Was Hiding In The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air Set

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air was a hit that aired from 1990-1996. The set was a home for many Americans who were practically raised by their televisions in the '90s, and that set contained a hidden gem that most of us never knew about.