This is a guest post
This might be embarrassing, but I’m a HUGE sitcom-fan. Hey, I grew up in the 90’s, OK?! Laugh-tracks might be odd nowadays but back then we didn’t know any better. Even the laugh-trackless sitcoms popular in today’s era have most of the same basic staples: episodes are 25-30 minutes long, there’s usually a cold open, and they tend to feature holiday-themed episodes.
Along with Christmas and Thanksgiving, Halloween is a big one for sitcoms. Here are the best Halloween Specials to binge this year:
Friends
Episode: The One with the Halloween Party (Season 8, Episode 6)
It’s a shame that Friends only had one Halloween episode but at least it made picking my number one spooky sitcom episode easier.
There’s a lot to love about this one – Ross as space-doody, Chandler wearing a giant pink bunny costume, Joey doing his best Chandler impression (sweater-vest and all), and a pregnant Rachel really trying (and failing) to show off her maternal side giving out the candy. Not to mention Phoebe and guest-star Sean Penn (man, did Friends have the best guest-stars!)
The Office
Episode: Halloween (Season 2, Episode 5)
The Office had a whole bunch of Halloween themed episodes during its 9-season run, but I think the first one (appearing in Season 2) was probably the best.
Due to budget cuts, Michael was supposed to fire one of the employees by the end of the month. Of course, since he’s Michael, he’s waited until the last possible minute, which means he has to choose someone to fire on Halloween. Steve Careell does such a good job portraying the bumbling idiot boss and he’s able to actually make you feel sorry for him. What’s more, this is the first episode where we actually get to see a more human side of him.
How I Met Your Mother
Episode: The Slutty Pumpkin (Season 1, Episode 6)
It was a close call between this episode and the follow-up several seasons later (The Slutty Pumpkin Returns) but I had to go with this one. Lily and Marshall are adorable in their couple’s costume, of course, and Robin is her typical, independent self despite her new boyfriend’s attempts at doing couple-y stuff. And, then there’s Ted. Eternal optimist and hopeless romantic, he waits all night for the “slutty pumpkin” and there’s something incredibly heart-warming and sweet about it.
Related Read: https://www.datingbitch.com/relationships/bestboyfriendsontv/
Schitt’s Creek
Episode: Murder Mystery (Season 3, Episode 6)
I love Schitt’s Creek – all the characters are ridiculous but Moira is especially absurd. Her particular brand of quirky eccentricity really shines in this episode, though, and she works to ensure that Twyla’s murder mystery party is a hit.
Modern Family
Episode: Halloween (Season 2, Episode 6)
Another series where the first Halloween themed episode was the best, Modern Family did Halloween so well. Claire just so happens to love the holiday and goes all out with her haunted house. Unfortunately, everything seems to go wrong (as it always does it sitcom-land) which makes for hilarious results.
New Girl
Episode: Halloween (Season 2, Episode 6)
I have a HUGE crush on Jake Johson and it’s pretty much 100% due to his character of Nick Miller on New Girl. In the Halloween themed episode, he’s in all his grumpy, commitment-phobic glory and I am here for it!
Parks and Rec
Episode: Halloween Surprise (Season 5, Episode 5)
Parks and Rec is another show that has a couple of Halloween episodes available and, while all of them are worthy, I had to pick Halloween Surprise as my stand out favorite.
The diagnosis of Jerry’s “Fart Attack” is enough to make it one of the best episodes altogether. (I swear, the first time I heard Tom say that line I laughed so hard I just about had my own medical emergency!)
What TV show do you think did Halloween best?
Author bio:
Katie is the blogger behind The Dating Bitch, a lifestyle and relationship blog that offers modern dating advice to readers along with articles on love, heartbreak, books, beauty, style, and overall wellness.
https://www.datingbitch.com/
https://twitter.com/deardatingb
https://www.instagram.com/deardatingb/
https://www.datingbitch.com/
https://www.pinterest.com/deardatingb/
Everyone loves ‘Friends’. Sitcoms are good for Halloween.
Yes, they’re a great alternative if you’re not into scary stuff.
I am a massive sitcom fan too! Love the concept of this post 🙂 x
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it!
This post is so useful for finding the exact episode that involves Halloween. We sometimes don’t get to watch a full film in our house, with a toddler running around. This is a perfect alternative.
Ooo yes, things like this would be a good alternative for busy parents!
I love these shows and what greats episodes to watch on Halloween. I am a wimp when it comes to Halloween and scary things – I don’t even like ET haha so these episodes will definitely be a watch haha x
http://www.nadinealex.blogspot.com
Haha, things like this are definitely good for people who don’t like horror!
I watched few episodes of Friends. It’s just so good and fun to watch haha. Great suggestions!
It’s just such an easy watch!
OMG, I am watching Modern Family at the moment. My favorite character is Gloria. The show is so funny. I’ve seen this particular episode and I love it
SO many great shows with fantastic Halloween specials. I love Friends, The Office and Schitt’s Creek so much I will have to watch their seasonal special episodes — thanks for this idea!
I’m glad it gave you a good idea!
You’re so right these are fab recommendations that I’ve seen numerous times myself 🙂
Thank you!
I’ve recently started to watch new girl and it is really incredible! These are some great recommendations Lauren!
Thanks!
This is a great list. Love How I Met Your Mother and New Girl
Thank you!
Some great suggestions. The only one of these I’ve actually seen is Friends! I much prefer SCARY SCARY, haha! Currently watching the final season of You then going to go in and re-watch The Haunting of Hill House, perfect for Halloween!
Yes I prefer proper scary stuff too! Though I’ve never actually watched You. I’m part way through re-watching The Haunting of Hill House too! It’s such a good show.