If You Haven’t Watched Schitt’s Creek, Here’s Why You Should

MARION VESPREY | OCT. 30, 2020

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What Is the Deal With Schitt’s Creek?

Despite the superior writing and plot development of television sitcom Schitt’s Creek, the lack of attention it received during its first five seasons was precisely the reason no one anticipated its success. 

But in September of 2020, that all changed: Schitt’s Creek shattered the record for the most awarded comedy in a year with nine awards, and became the first comedy show to win all four major acting categories in a memorable year at the 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards.

What Does Schitt's Creek Have to Do With Me?

Schitt’s Creek is the perfect pick-me-up to combat both the boredom and stress in these unprecedented times. Although Schitt’s Creek premiered in 2015, its plot continues to draw strong parallels with the abrupt changes to life wrought by the current COVID-19 pandemic when the show’s Rose family suddenly find their whole world turned upside down. 

Left with no choice, the once wealthy Rose family is forced to surrender the life of luxury they’ve long grown accustomed to in exchange to live a rustic, frugal lifestyle in the small town of Schitt’s Creek—the very antithesis of the family’s values.

The unconventional “riches-to-rags” narrative combined with the subtle, witty humor of Schitt’s Creek only gets better as the seasons progress. With its profound messages of inclusivity and kindness, Schitt’s Creek will appeal to almost anyone. And if you have enjoyed any of the sitcoms below, there is no doubt that Schitt’s Creek belongs on your list of must-watch shows.

• Arrested Development

• Brooklyn Nine-Nine

• The Community

• The Good Place

• The Office 

• Parks and Recreation
  

(While each episode of Schitt’s Creek is only twenty minutes long, don’t be surprised if minutes turn to hours!)

I’m In - Where Can I Watch Schitt’s Creek?

If you’re ready to forgo sleep to watch this award-winning show, you can stream all six seasons of Schitt’s Creek on Netflix now! If you don’t have Netflix, don’t worry—Schitt’s Creek is also available for purchase on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, and Google Play.