A list of the best sitcoms of the 1980s has been compiled, although the exact nature and scope of the list is unclear. Some outlets appear to be focusing on sitcoms from the 1980s, while others are discussing broader topics such as favorite tv shows of the decade or the best tv shows of all time. The number of sitcoms included in the list also varies, with some outlets reporting 20 and others discussing larger or slightly different lists.