Greatest Sitcoms of All Time
30 Rock or The Mary Tyler Moore Show
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Why This Battle Matters
What happens when a titan of 60s television squares off against a modern comedic marvel? In this showdown between The Mary Tyler Moore Show and 30 Rock, we're not just debating slapstick versus satire or single cam against studio audience — it's a tug-of-war over the soul of sitcom supremacy. Here, the stakes extend beyond mere bragging rights; it's a battle for cultural dominance and a redefinition of what makes a sitcom truly great. Which show will your allegiances go to? Will it be the pioneering spirit of Mary Richards or the relentless wit of Liz Lemon? Your preference might just reveal more about your comedic heart than you think.
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer The Mary Tyler Moore Show over 30 Rock when it comes to the greatest Sitcoms of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick The Mary Tyler Moore Show 58.4% of the time over 30 Rock.
Across all battles:
The Mary Tyler Moore Show win rate: 52.4%
30 Rock win rate: 38.6%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Sitcoms of All Time league?
As of now, The Simpsons holds the top spot in the Greatest Sitcoms of All Time league. You can check out the full GOAT List to see how all the shows stack up!
Why is this matchup so close?
Both 30 Rock and The Mary Tyler Moore Show have fiercely loyal fanbases that appreciate different qualities. 30 Rock fans rave about its clever satire and dynamic ensemble, while followers of The Mary Tyler Moore Show love its pioneering role and heartfelt storytelling. This battle really highlights the variety in sitcom fans' tastes!
Why is the matchup between 30 Rock and The Mary Tyler Moore Show such a big deal in the Greatest Sitcoms of All Time League?
It's a classic showdown of modern wit against timeless charm! 30 Rock, with its rapid-fire jokes and quirky characters, represents a new age of sitcoms, whereas The Mary Tyler Moore Show brings that beloved, trailblazing spirit from the 70s that changed TV forever. Fans are torn because both shows have such strong legacies and unique appeals.