The Decline of Purely Comedic Sitcoms

Sitcoms have entertained viewers for decades, from classics like 'I Love Lucy' and 'Friends' to modern hits like 'The Office' and 'Parks and Rec'. However, recent award trends show a shift towards more subversive comedy shows like 'The Bear', 'Hacks', 'Barry', and 'Atlanta'. This raises the question: Can sitcoms still thrive by focusing solely on humor?

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