
Dark humor is an acquired taste and doesn't always appeal to everyone. But if you're like me, gallows humor fits the bill for entertainment. A dark comedy is perfect for those moments when goofy scenarios seem too frivolous and gritty plots feel a bit too reflective of the current times. So, instead, we can find an escape in dark comedies, where we can laugh at the absurdity of life's challenges without spiraling too far downward into stark reality.
I've compiled some of the best dark comedy series to queue up when you need a laugh that cuts through the bleakness. You'll find these series have just the right touch of ridiculous in troubling situations.