George of the Jungle has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in Australia on Foxtel Now. 2 seasons in, and the quality has not slipped. With 26 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Cory Doran is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight on Foxtel Now and see for yourself.

George of the Jungle arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. George of the Jungle does what great comedies rarely manage — it is actually funny, consistently, across the whole run. This series is a reboot of Jay Ward and Bill Scott’s 1967 American animated television series of the same name, which in turn is a spoof of the fictional character Tarzan, created by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Cory Doran and Rob Tinkler lead a cast with the timing to make it work. 2 seasons (2007–2016) gave the story room most shows never get. George of the Jungle earns its laughs from character rather than situation, which is why it does not wear thin the way pure farce tends to. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, George of the Jungle respects your intelligence. Viewers who responded to Rugrats will find a lot to like here too. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Cory Doran's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.

George of the Jungle wrapped up in 2016 — and 2 seasons are available to watch from start to finish. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.