Parents Night: The ’70s Sitcom That Flipped the Script on TV Comedy
Looking for a clean sitcom that still holds up—and isn’t boring? In this Parents Night episode of Family TV Uncovered, we revisit Three’s Company—the cheerful, funny, and surprisingly wholesome sitcom that defined late-’70s comedy.
With physical humor that rivals I Love Lucy, just enough innuendo to keep things clever (not crude), and timeless friendships at its core, Three’s Company proves that positive TV shows for adults do exist. Whether you’re rewatching or wondering if this retro classic is appropriate to watch today, this episode breaks down why it’s still a nostalgic comfort show for modern parents.
🍿 In This Episode:
🤹♂️ Slapstick that still slays — Why John Ritter’s physical comedy is on par with Lucille Ball and Robin Williams.
🏘️ The setup that shocked censors — From kooky landlords to identity mix-ups, it’s grown-up comedy that stays light, fun, and clean enough to rewatch with older kids.
🛋️ Innuendo done right — From kooky landlords to identity mix-ups, it’s grown-up comedy that stays light, fun, and clean enough to rewatch with older kids.
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