Black sitcoms to watch this holiday season

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Wrap yourself in nostalgia and holiday spirit with these Black sitcoms’ special holiday episodes as you unwind this weekend.
Break out the cozy blankets, indulge in spiked cocoa or eggnog, and dive headfirst into the festive wonderland of our favorite Black sitcoms. As you finish wrapping the lasts of your gifts, unwrap the magic of Black television’s holiday episodes. In the rhythm of laughter and heartwarming moments, these shows have gifted us with timeless joy, making them the perfect seasonal binge.
Because let’s face it – the holidays wouldn’t be the same without the infectious humor of Martin Lawrence, the Winslow family shenanigans, or the undeniable swag of the Banks crew. These episodes aren’t just 30-minute escapes; they’re a festive time machine that whisks us away to an era where sitcoms ruled the airwaves, and holiday specials were the crown jewels of the season.
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In the true spirit of the holidays, these episodes aren’t just a collection of clever punchlines; they’re a reflection of the love, joy, and resilience that define our communities. From family gatherings gone awry to heartfelt life lessons, each episode is a carefully wrapped package filled with the cultural touchstones that make Black sitcoms a gift that keeps on giving. TheGrio has gathered a list of some of Black television’s best holiday moments so you can sit back, relax and relive the joy, comforting chaos, and nostalgia these episodes bring.
Season 1, Episode 15
Season 2, Episode 12
Season 4, Episode 13
Streaming on Hulu, Max, Amazon Prime Video and Paramount + (Photo: IMDb)
Season 2, Episode 11
Season 3, Episode 11
Season 4, Episode 11
Season 6, Episode 11
Season 7, Episode 10
Season 8, Episode 10
Streaming on Netflix (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 12
Season 2, Episode 11
Season 3, Episode 11
Streaming on Amazon Prime Video (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 11
Season 2, Episode 10
Season 3, Episode 11
Streaming on Hulu (Photo: IMDb)
Season 3, Episode 11
Streaming on Netflix (Photo: IMDb)
Season 5, Episode 10
Streaming on Hulu, Max, BET Plus and Amazon Prime Video (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 11
Streaming on Disney + (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 15
Streaming on Hulu, Max, Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video (Photo: IMDb)
Season 4, Episode 11
Streaming on Max and Amazon Prime Video (Photo: IMDb)
Season 3, Episode 10
Streaming on Max and Amazon Prime Video (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 11
Streaming on Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Peacock and Paramount + (Photo: IMDb)
Season 2, Episode 11
Streaming on Max and Amazon Prime Video (Photo: IMDb)
Season 3, Episode 12
Streaming on Hulu, Paramount + and Amazon Prime Video (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 13
Streaming on Hulu (Photo: IMDb)
Season 5, Episode 12
Streaming on Peacock (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 7
Streaming on Hulu and Amazon Prime Video (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 10
Season 6, Episode 10
Streaming on Hulu and Disney + (Photo: IMDb)
Season 1, Episode 15
Season 2, Episode 12
Season 4, Episode 13
Streaming on Hulu, Max, Amazon Prime Video and Paramount + (Photo: IMDb)
Haniyah Philogene is a multimedia storyteller and Lifestyle reporter covering all things culture. With a passion for digital media, she goes above and beyond to find new ways to tell and share stories.