There are very few shows these days that we can enjoy as a family. As we are mostly indoors these days, we need to find some quality entertainment for the entire family. The 80s and the early 90s witnessed a rise in the family sitcoms. These shows are often broadcasted in channels like Star World, Fox TV, etc. You can check the Dish TV channel list on the Dish website. To watch these shows on HD, you can get a DishNXT HD set-top box. Check out these 80s shows suitable for family entertainment:
Friends
This superhit TV series broadcasted ten seasons back-to-back. It was so popular back in the 90s and early 20s, that we almost remember the characters of Joey, Rachael, Monica, Phoebe, Ross, and Chandler. This American TV series was first aired on NBC in the early 90s. Friends received many awards throughout its run, becoming one of the most popular television shows of all time.
Small Wonder
This hilarious sitcom is great family entertainment. The plot of this TV series revolves around a robot being kept as a secret by its developer. Vicky the robot tries to adjust to life with humans. This is a great show to watch with small kids. This show is often broadcasted in star networks. You can check the channel schedule on My DishTV app.
Full House
This is a comedy series from the early 90s, suitable for family entertainment. It features a family with kids and their uncles. It’s a fun show that is known for its witty dialogues and catchphrases. The best part of this series is witnessing the actors growing and maturing in life. This is one of my favourite TV shows.
Agatha Christie’s Poirot
If you are a fan of the Sherlock Holmes series, you will certainly enjoy this mystery series. Set in the 1930s, this show spans for 13 seasons. Plenty of adventures, detective tales, and mystery to keep you and your family entertained. This show is appropriate for younger audiences. Especially, if you enjoy reading the novels, you’ll love these series.
Robin Hood
This is one of the most popular stories that we all grew up reading. It is amazing to see these familiar characters come to life. It spans over 3 seasons of adventure and fun. It is a must-watch series for a family with kids.
Just Kidding
This show is created by Disney. It showcases young kids staging hilarious pranks in certain situations. This funny family comedy is full of witty nuances of children comedy. This show will certainly change your perspective on comedy.
Once Upon a Time
This show is a must-watch if your kids love fairy tales. It showcases a young girl Emma moving to Storybrooke, just to discover that the residents are characters from fairy tales. This fairy tale mashup includes characters from our favourite childhood fairy tale stories.
These are some of the shows from the 80s and 90s, that you can enjoy with your family.
