Ben je fan van 'Fresh Off the Boat' (2015) en op zoek naar soortgelijke series of films? Dit artikel biedt 10 aanraders die dezelfde humor, cultuurclashes en familiebanden combineren. Perfect voor wie meer wil zien in hetzelfde genre!

Ugly Betty (2006)
Beschreibung: A comedy-drama that follows a young woman navigating the cutthroat world of fashion, blending humor with themes of self-acceptance and cultural identity.
Fakt: The show is based on the Colombian telenovela Yo soy Betty, la fea and was one of the first American series to feature a Latina lead character in a non-stereotypical role.


Modern Family (2009)
Beschreibung: A mockumentary-style sitcom that explores the lives of a blended family, using humor to address cultural differences and generational gaps.
Fakt: The show won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Series five times in a row, from 2010 to


The Mindy Project (2012)
Beschreibung: A comedy series that blends humor with heartfelt moments, focusing on the personal and professional life of a quirky protagonist navigating cultural identity and relationships.
Fakt: The show was created by Mindy Kaling, who also stars in it, and it was one of the first mainstream American sitcoms to feature an Indian-American woman as the lead character.


Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013)
Beschreibung: A police procedural comedy that balances humor with heartfelt moments, focusing on the dynamics of a diverse team and their personal growth.
Fakt: The show was canceled by Fox after five seasons but was revived by NBC due to fan outrage and a strong online campaign.


The Goldbergs (2013)
Beschreibung: A nostalgic comedy set in the 1980s, focusing on a quirky family and their everyday adventures, blending humor with heartfelt family moments.
Fakt: The show is based on the real-life childhood experiences of creator Adam F. Goldberg, and each episode ends with a real home video from his family.


Jane the Virgin (2014)
Beschreibung: A telenovela-inspired comedy-drama that mixes humor with dramatic twists, exploring themes of family, identity, and cultural heritage.
Fakt: The show is a loose adaptation of the Venezuelan telenovela Juana la Virgen and features a narrator who adds a unique storytelling element.


Superstore (2015)
Beschreibung: A workplace comedy that uses humor to tackle everyday struggles and relationships among a diverse group of employees, often highlighting social issues in a lighthearted way.
Fakt: The show was praised for its realistic portrayal of retail workers and included subtle commentary on labor rights and corporate culture.


The Good Place (2016)
Beschreibung: A sitcom with a unique premise that combines humor, philosophy, and moral dilemmas, featuring a diverse cast and witty dialogue.
Fakt: The show was created by Michael Schur, who also co-created Parks and Recreation, and it features a non-linear storytelling style that keeps viewers engaged.


The Big Sick (2017)
Beschreibung: A romantic comedy-drama that explores cross-cultural relationships with humor and sincerity, highlighting the challenges and joys of blending different backgrounds.
Fakt: The film is based on the real-life romance between comedian Kumail Nanjiani and his wife Emily V. Gordon, who co-wrote the screenplay together.


Speechless (2016)
Beschreibung: A family comedy that tackles disability with humor and heart, focusing on a mother's determination to give her son with cerebral palsy the best life possible.
Fakt: The show was groundbreaking for its portrayal of a character with a disability, using a non-verbal actor (Micah Fowler) who has cerebral palsy in real life.
