Right now you can watch My Favorite Martian in the US on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. Every one of its 3 seasons holds up. 35 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Bill Bixby is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Start it on Amazon Prime Video whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, My Favorite Martian is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate My Favorite Martian from the crowd. Newspaper reporter Tim O'Hara finds a crashed alien spaceship that contains one live alien. Not wanting to be discovered by the authorities, the Martian assumes the identity of Tim's Uncle Martin and begins to repair his spaceship so that he can return to Mars. Between them, Bill Bixby and Ray Walston carry the comedy without ever forcing it. It ran for 3 seasons (1963–1966), and the writing holds up across every one of them. The timing in My Favorite Martian is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in My Favorite Martian. Viewers who responded to Mork & Mindy will find a lot to like here too. Short enough to finish in a weekend, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Bill Bixby sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

My Favorite Martian wrapped up in 1966, created by John L. Greene — and 3 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.