Greatest 80s Sitcoms of All Time - Married… with Children or The Cosby Show
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Why This Battle Matters
Imagine a family dinner where Cliff Huxtable and Al Bundy are passing the potatoes—this battle between 'The Cosby Show' and 'Married… with Children' serves up a heaping dish of contrast. It's the epitome of wholesome family values versus the rebellious, often politically incorrect humor. Here, it's not just about which show made us laugh harder, but which one has shaped the very fabric of '80s television comedy. As fans, your preference will not only reignite old rivalries but also dictate which philosophy holds more sway in today's cultural landscape. So, what's your flavor—sweaters and smiles or sofas and sarcasm?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer The Cosby Show over Married… with Children when it comes to the greatest 80s Sitcoms of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick The Cosby Show 54.5% of the time over Married… with Children.
Across all battles:
The Cosby Show win rate: 42.5%
Married… with Children win rate: 46.0%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?
In the league of Greatest 80s Sitcoms of All Time, Seinfeld takes the top spot. It's not here in this head-to-head, but you can check it out on the GOAT List.
What makes Married... with Children so popular?
It's the rebellious spirit and the sarcastic humor that hooks the fans! Married... with Children broke the typical family sitcom mold with its unapologetically dysfunctional Bundy family, making viewers laugh with its bold and often controversial jokes.
Why is The Cosby Show slightly ahead of Married... with Children in the fan votes?
Fans tend to favor The Cosby Show for its groundbreaking portrayal of a loving, affluent African-American family, which was a refreshing take in the 80s. Its blend of humor and heartfelt moments just resonates a bit more with the audience.