It might not necessarily be the shows themselves, but just particular characters, storylines, or themes.
Most of these sitcoms are still available to stream today or air in syndication on linear networks.
One is even still going strong, and a few have spawned spin-offs.
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Several of the primetime gems are ranked among the best sitcoms ever made.
But that doesnt mean theyd still hold up in todays climate if they were pitched as new shows today.
And it remains a fan favorite.
However, there are a fewthings aboutTwo and a Half Menthat have aged poorly.
Barneys mission in life was to deceive and bed as many women as possible.
It was part of growing up in the 70s, after all, and was true to the time.
But one aspect of the show is tough to watch when looking back.
The way Fes (Wilmer Valderrama)was treated was downright racist and inappropriate.
From his accent to his innocence and naivety to American culture, Fes was usually the butt of jokes.
It wasnt until they were older that they began to take him seriously.
The way she is treated and dubbed as being ugly is downright wrong.
In a way, the show is designed to help inspire confidence.
Beneath the surface,Ugly Bettyis a much deeper show than it gives the impression of.
But the title and premise alone have not aged well with the times.
But there are storylines that have aged poorly.
She was nothing more than eye candy, however.
But chances are, if it was made today, it would look a lot different.
The show, however, perpetuates stereotypes about small-town Americans.
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Theres a Latin American maid, for example, who emigrated illegally into the country.
Theres Earl and all the people with whom hes acquainted, who are all involved in petty crimes.
And dimwitted characters like Earls younger brother Randy (Ethan Suplee).
The original script, he notes, called for Jim to go to his wife and apologize.
Was he really wrong?
Hes contrite, sure.
But isnt he just being a man?
That kind of thinking would never fly today, regardless of gender.
Sure,Everybody Loves Raymondprobably mirrors a lot of real-life family dynamics.
By contrast, sitcoms today aim to challenge them instead.
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