Lou Grant is currently streaming on major platforms, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. The 5-season run is exactly the right length for what it is doing. 29 viewers have already rated it on TMDB — the kind of consensus that does not happen by accident. Ed Asner is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Available now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Lou Grant arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Lou Grant from the crowd. The trials of a former television station manager turned newspaper city editor, and his journalist staff. Between them, Ed Asner and Robert Walden carry the comedy without ever forcing it. It ran for 5 seasons (1977–1982), and the writing holds up across every one of them. What keeps Lou Grant from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Lou Grant is a strong candidate. Viewers who responded to Marlon will find a lot to like here too. The complete run is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Ed Asner's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.

Lou Grant wrapped up in 1982, created by Gene Reynolds, Allan Burns and James L. Brooks — and 5 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.