Webster

Webster is currently streaming on major platforms, and it delivers exactly the kind of comedy that earns a loyal following. 6 seasons in, and the quality has not slipped. A 6/10 rating says what the writing already makes obvious: this one works. Susan Clark is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

Webster arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. Webster does what great comedies rarely manage — it is actually funny, consistently, across the whole run. Webster is an American situation comedy that aired on ABC from September 16, 1983 until May 8, 1987, and in first-run syndication from September 21, 1987 until March 10, 1989. The series was created by Stu Silver. The show stars Emmanuel Lewis in the title role as a young boy who, after losing his parents, is adopted by his NFL-pro godfather, portrayed by Alex Karras, and his new socialite wife, played by Susan Clark. The chemistry Susan Clark and Alex Karras bring to it does a lot of the heavy lifting. Across 6 seasons (1983–1989), it never lost the thread that made it worth starting. The timing in Webster is precise enough that even the throwaway lines land on a second watch. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Webster is a strong candidate. Viewers who responded to The Jeffersons will find a lot to like here too. At 6 seasons, this is a genuine commitment — one that pays off. Susan Clark anchors an ensemble with real chemistry. Genuinely funny, consistently, across the whole run.

Webster wrapped up in 1989, created by Stu Silver — 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.