Second City Television

Second City Television is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. With 6 seasons behind it, the show has had time to find its rhythm and keep it. An 8/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Joe Flaherty is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Available now on Amazon Prime Video — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Second City Television earns its spot. The jokes in Second City Television land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. Second City Television is a Canadian television sketch comedy show offshoot from Toronto's Second City troupe that ran between 1976 and 1984. The chemistry Joe Flaherty and Eugene Levy bring to it does a lot of the heavy lifting. It ran for 6 seasons (1976–1984), and the writing holds up across every one of them. What keeps Second City Television from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. The consistency throughout is what elevates it — not every moment is the best, but none of them are a reason to stop watching.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, Second City Television respects your intelligence. Viewers who responded to The Fast Show will find a lot to like here too. 6 seasons gives the story real room to develop. Joe Flaherty is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.

Second City Television wrapped up in 1984 — and 6 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.