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'Full House' was a beloved TV show that aired from 1987 to 1995, spanning 192 episodes. The series revolves around the "Tanners," led by father "Danny Tanner" (Bob Saget), who must raise his three daughters, "D.J.," "Stephanie," and "Michelle," on his own after the loss of his wife. Assisting him in the household are his brother-in-law "Jesse" (John Stamos) and his best friend "Joey" (Dave Coulier), who also reside in the house. In 2016, the show made a comeback with 'Fuller House,' continuing the family's story until 2020.
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Fans enjoyed the sitcom 'Family Matters' from 1989 to 1998, following the middle-class "Winslow" family living in a Chicago suburb. The show's popularity was greatly attributed to the secret main character, "Steve Q. Urkel" (Jaleel White), whose presence brought humor and success to the series. The show's episodes typically revolved around one of the protagonists facing and solving various problems.
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'Home Improvement' was super popular from 1991 to 1999. The series is about "Tim Taylor" (Tim Allen), who is the host of a 'Home Improvement' show and an incredible car freak. Struggling with this passion of her husband is his wife "Jill" (Patricia Richardson). The two have three sons: "Brad" (Zachery Ty Bryan), "Randy" (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) and "Mark" (Taran Noah Smith). The three of them cause further family chaos and slowly grow up in the course of the series.
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For a decade, 'Friends' graced the screens from 1994 to 2004, chronicling the adventures of six friends: "Monica" (Courteney Cox), "Rachel" (Jennifer Aniston), "Phoebe" (Lisa Kudrow), "Joey" (Matt LeBlanc), "Chandler" (Matthew Perry), and "Ross" (David Schwimmer). Their hilarious escapades and strong camaraderie brought endless laughter to the audience.
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'Step by Step' aired on television for seven years beginning in 1991. The show centered around the blended "Lambert-Foster" family. Divorced "Frank Lambert" (Patrick Duffy) and widowed "Carol Foster" (Suzanne Somers) marry, bringing together their three children under one roof. Adjusting to life as a blended family proves challenging as their kids initially clash, but over time, they learn to become friends and support each other.
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From 1987 to 1997, 'Married With...Children' ran on TV. The series revolves around the "Bundy" family of four: father "Al Bundy" (Ed O'Neill), mother "Peggy Bundy" (Katey Sagal), and the children "Kelly" (Christina Applegate) and "Bud" (David Faustino). While "Al" struggles to make ends meet after a high school football career as a shoe salesman, his wife "Peggy" has absolutely no desire to lend her husband a hand. The two children make the family chaos perfect.
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'Frasier,' a popular series of the nineties, aired from 1993 to 2004. The sitcom follows the private and professional life of the "Crane" family, with the title character, "Dr. Frasier Crane" (Kelsey Grammer), as a psychiatrist and radio show host. The show revolves around his turbulent life with his father and his quest for the right partner, offering plenty of laughs. In 2021, it was announced that the series will be making a comeback.
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'The Nanny' was a beloved sitcom that dominated the TV screens from 1993 to 1999. The show centered around "Francine 'Fran' Joy Fine" (Fran Drescher), who begins as a nanny in the household of "Maxwell Sheffield" (Charles Shaughnessy) and looks after his children "Maggie" (Nicholle Tom), "Brighton" (Benjamin Salisbury), and "Gracie" (Madeline Zima). Despite facing numerous challenges, "Fran" eventually marries "Max" after five years of turmoil.
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'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' aired for six years, from 1990 to 1996. The show follows the life of "William Smith" (Will Smith), who is sent by his mother to live with wealthy relatives in Los Angeles. Adjusting to life in the upscale Bel-Air district with "Aunt Vivian Banks" (Janet Hubert, later Daphne Reid) and "Uncle Philip Banks" (James Avery) proves challenging for "Will", as he comes from a different background in Philadelphia.
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The beloved sitcom 'Will & Grace' delighted fans from 1998 to 2006. The story follows the lives of "Will" (Eric McCormack), a gay man, and his best friend "Grace" (Debra Messing), who live together in an apartment on the Upper West Side. Their close-knit circle also includes their friend "Jack" (Sean Hayes) and "Grace's" assistant "Karen" (Megan Mullally).
During the nineties, numerous popular sitcoms captured the hearts of viewers. "Friends" and "The Nanny" delighted countless fans during this period, while "Roseanne" and several other series consistently drew viewers in front of the TV.
Many of these series are still an absolute must for some series fans. A reason to take a closer look at them. That's why we've put together a list of the top 17 best nineties sitcoms.