Top 10 TV Shows That Tackled Serious Issues the Best

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We could always rely these shows to tackle sensitive subjects. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most notable TV series that frequently deal with serious issues, and handle them well. Our countdown includes “Boy Meets World,” “Jessica Jones,” “This Is Us,” and more! Did we miss YOUR favorite show that tackles serious subjects? Let us know in the comments!
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@MsMojo Жыл бұрын

Did we miss YOUR favorite show that tackles serious subjects? Let us know below, and check out our video of the Top 10 Old TV Shows That Properly Handled Serious Topics - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bJNgesSJnt7Lm2g.html

@DanGamingFan2846 Жыл бұрын

_The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air_ had so many episodes that were so much deeper than you'd think a show like it would go. It may just be an honerable mention here, but it's at least a top one for sure.

@jangu63 Жыл бұрын

The Golden girls tackled many serious issues like Aids, single parenting, substance abuse, gay relationships and a lot of stuff that was quite daring during that period

@Father_of_Death Жыл бұрын

"Boy Meets World" was a great series. It never shied away from any topic. It covered relationship issues, child abuse, teenage substance abuse, death and much more. The writers didn't cower when it came to the subject matter. That's why it aged so well.

@ser132 Жыл бұрын

Every iteration of Degrassi did/does such a great job of tackling tough, or controversial subjects.

@havinjlo09 Жыл бұрын

Agree, just a shame about most of the acting. Could have continued to be a great show if they cast better actors as the years went on.

@chrisgomez1840 7 ай бұрын

from de show it hurt to see them kill de best member on dat show JT Yorke

@chelseacanales8763 Жыл бұрын

I grew up watching Boy Meets World. It taught me a lot of lessons about the subject and life.

@ConnorMiller417 Жыл бұрын

How can Family Matters not be on this list? That show raised a ton of awareness of serious issues such as mental health, racism, gun safety, underage drinking etc. Family Matters will always hold a special place in my heart.

@Dragonstorm62190 Жыл бұрын

It is on one of the other videos about shows that deal with serious issues.

@twannifufu Жыл бұрын

Golden Girls should have been an honorable mention. Every episode was a very special episode.

@breanainn27 Жыл бұрын

100% agree with this. Even though it ended 31 years ago it’s still so relevant. It’s a show you can show any generation and they’ll learn something. Betty White, Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan, and Estelle Getty were the perfect matchup to take on such a generation defying series. And let’s not forget about Designing Women. Practically the same show, but from a younger perspective. Both shows ran for seven years, and just one year apart.

@sarahvenable4710 Жыл бұрын

I think Bluey is heading up there in terms of handling sensitive and tough subjects, such as infertility, a possible miscarriage, and even death.

@julesbarry755 Жыл бұрын

Totally agreed!!

@lised8833 Жыл бұрын

I believe that Buffy was also a great tv show to talk about death, sexuality, PTSD, and becoming an adult

@aremondo Жыл бұрын

Yes! I think it really dives deep into the characters complexity and insecurities which in turn shines a light on things like mental health, addiction, confidence, sacrifice, acceptance- but most of all, growing up

@lonellfletcher Жыл бұрын

For anyone who didn't catch A Million Little Things during its run, find it and take it all in!!! One of the most honest, beautifully done dramas I've ever seen.

@michellerindal8836 Жыл бұрын

I only watch the frist season of it; it was to make for me to keep watching the other season.

@courtneykleiner9666 Жыл бұрын

Okay, I'll give it a watch. Thank you.

@clclaaraa Жыл бұрын

i clicked on this video praying crazy ex girlfriend would be here, but doubtful because it's so often overlooked... when the first thing that plays is josh groban singing beside rebecca i literally had to pause it and out loud say YES cxg changed me as a person and really helped me come to terms with my neurodiversity. it was so exciting to see someone like me on screen for the first time, a weird, delusional, depressed, manic theatre kid. rebecca bunch helped me accept myself for who i am and my "differences".

@topher2113 Жыл бұрын

I was also here to make sure this show was on the list. I love she was the representation you were looking for & helped you accept your perfectly imperfect self 💛

@charlotte241000 Жыл бұрын

Boy meets world was one of my favorite shows growing up one of my favorite things about it was angela and seans relationshipe there was hardly any mixed race couples on tv in the 90s so i found it really amazing as a kid in fact half the time i didnt think about there races much i just loved them as a couple it was only as i got older that i noticed how uncommen that was back then

@Father_of_Death Жыл бұрын

The writers were brave to do an episode on underage drinking.

@charlotte241000 Жыл бұрын

@@Father_of_Death yes very good storyline

@dodobird97 Жыл бұрын

You've forgot about why Jessica Jones struggles from PTSD because of gaslighting, abduction, manipulation and sexual abuse by Kilgrave.

@carlito087 Жыл бұрын

Loved Degrassi couldn’t agree more with them Being #1

@fangirlofbands7146 Жыл бұрын

One day at a time is so underrated!! If anyone hasn’t watched it yet, do it, you will not be disappointed

@loonybinreject Жыл бұрын

zoes extraordonary playlist handling of losing a person with a degenerative disease was amazing Also buffy the vampire slayer had lots of brilliant things, like attemped suicide, rape, post traumatoc stress, Also scrubs, greys anatomy, er, all the chicago series done doing some stuff on racisim, sexual abuse, ptsd, and lots of other things

@--Tia-- Жыл бұрын

Speechless was an amazing show and it portrayed a family with a disabled child properly. It tackled so many issues that people like me face on a day to day basis, and with the main character being played by an actor with the disability... It ended way too soon.

@pbbbfft Жыл бұрын

if animated shows count, Bojack Horseman probably handled a variety of mental and societal issues really well.

@corriemiller3297 Жыл бұрын

The last dance episode of Full House. It should've been on the list because it dealing with grief and sadness of losing a loved one.

@jinakaye Жыл бұрын

The video wasn’t about episodes. It was about shows that tackled serious topics-as in the whole point of the shows. Many of ABC's TGIF line-up had great episodes that covered serious topics, but only 2 of them did it regularly…and “Boy Meets World” was the one they chose. “Dinosaurs” was the other.

@vanessastegall Жыл бұрын

@@jinakayeFull House has multiple episodes that tackled serous issues

@chrisgomez1840 7 ай бұрын

agreed full house episodes were Last Dance-papolli dying Shape up-DJ dealing wit eating disorder silence is not golden-Stephanie finding out Charles dad abusing him Michelle rides again-Michelle losing her memories Comet running away Aftershock-Stephanie dealing wit anxiety after de earthquake Just say no way-DJ dealing wit nobody but Steph believing shes not drinking Nerd for a day-Walter n Steph dealing wit bullying Fast Friends- Stephanie dealing wit smoking Stephanies wild ride-wreckless driving Stephanie dealing wit middle child sydrome Under de influence-drunk driving to name a few

@sifilore9462 Жыл бұрын

13 Reasons Why should also b here, as it tackles so many layers of troubled teens. It has also helped to raise awareness in order to help our kids (teen family members and friends) to lessen teen suicide and other things that affects them in such bad ways.

@Jeremiah_Rivers76 Жыл бұрын

I read about the criticism the show received, so I must respectfully disagree. However, it *does* make for a good debate essay topic.

@IndigosMum Жыл бұрын

@Jeremiah Rivers have you had a chance to watch it? Very tough going but ultimately rewarding. I hoped it would be on this list😊

@Jeremiah_Rivers76 Жыл бұрын

@@IndigosMumI did, and the novel was way better.

@IndigosMum Жыл бұрын

@Jeremiah Rivers I haven't read the novel yet but I will. Do you think 4 seasons was stretching the story out?

@sarahlethbridge7786 Жыл бұрын

i agree and as a teen who self harms and has thought of committing suicide before it is horrible. you just have the pressure of school and yourself to be perfect when in fact we're not. none of us are

@benitoguajardo6168 Жыл бұрын

The Monk episode with the nudist, mr.Monk and the the naked man, dealt with prejudice better than 100 others like it.

@baldbeardedbloke6887 10 ай бұрын

The Problem With the Monk episode in which Adrian Monk had to Solve A Murder while dealing with his own Naturist Nudist issue's is it was a one-off and more importantly a one-off with no spin-off.

@audrey16crystal Жыл бұрын

so happy to see Parenthood on this list! that show rarely gets the recognition it deserves

@belladuke97 Жыл бұрын

So true. I think of it as the spiritual parent of This Is Us.

@lindsay_anderson23 3 ай бұрын

Degrassi deserves to be #1. I've learned so many things from this show that I still watch it 20 years later.

@Molson-xg9hs Жыл бұрын

Degrassi: TNG was definitely the first thought I had as it tackled seemingly every issue. Good choice. Honorable Mentions: -Virgin River: It seems like an idyllic town, but the show really explores how many people suffer in silence. PTSD, alcoholism, abuse, infertility, death and dealing with illness and aging are all peeled away as you learn more about the characters. -Bel Air: Fresh Prince got a shout out, but I think Bel Air heightens the kind of issues Fresh Prince hit on. A exploration on classism, racism, sexuality, substance abuse, authenticity among the Banks/Smith family and also among their peers. -Friday Night Lights: Jason Katims other show, Parenthood, was here and it has a more multi-generational approach. But FNL was affecting and unflinching in exploring dementia, disability, infidelity, loyalty, abuse, teen pregnancy, sexual activeness, performance enhancing drugs and a town full of distant and disappointing parents that find a family with the Taylors.

@wowbobwow37 Жыл бұрын

#1 Six Feet Under #2 Bojack Horseman #3 The Leftovers

@zachtheowlhousefanhall973 Жыл бұрын

I really hope MsMojo would do a video on Top 10 Times Bojack Horseman Tackled Serious Issues since the show did a great job tackling serious topics such as gun debates/mass shootings,abortion,asexuality,sexual harassment,drug and alcohol addictions,childhood abuse and most importantly mental health!

@janellerod4865 Жыл бұрын

I would also say Full House as well

@gracebleekman2557 Жыл бұрын

I would agree but not all episodes are that serious.

@CalvinistEeyore Жыл бұрын

Oz delt with the complexities of mass incarceration and what the ultimate end of that incarceration should be years before those became hot button issues. While also dealing with issues like Relgion, Racism, Drug and Alcahol addiction and holding onto one's humanity in an dehumanizing environment that you may never escape.

@angelaholmes8888 Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that Jessica jones is on this list the show is so great at dealing with serious issues

@angelaholmes8888 Жыл бұрын

Degrassi the next generation was a great show

@andreparker3707 11 ай бұрын

Seen every episode of AMLT, TIS, Fresh Prince, Boy Meets World, and Parenthood!

@Chantara27 Жыл бұрын

I came up watching alot of these shows. I literally just finished watching Brothers & Sisters last week. All are amazingly moving shows.

@aprilbrown8790 Жыл бұрын

Degrassi well deserved #1 spot! Every damn episode is tackling serious issues

@typiper Жыл бұрын

Damn The Fosters not being here is kinda crazy to me

@Onmytree Жыл бұрын

I would have lot to have ER on this list, it's quite underrated in list videos like this one, but for this subject, it would have been perfect.

@michellerindal8836 Жыл бұрын

I watched and love the 10-5 on this list . Whenever I'm in a werid mood I watch One Day at a time. When Jessica Jones came out on Netflix my dad and I would watch every episode

@kristofdecraene7954 Жыл бұрын

you forgot Skins, Modern Family, and the first two seasons of Battlestar Galactica

@theytbro Ай бұрын

You had forgotten Bluey That kids show did it really great too

@baldbeardedbloke6887 10 ай бұрын

Killgrave as played by David Tennent is frightening and brilliant.

@MyChemlover4ever 11 ай бұрын

I feel like This Is Us should be higher but I do agree with Degrassi The Next Generation being the number one pick as it dealt with Death multiple times a school shooting bullying abuse rape and many other serious topics.

@mastercheif1173 Жыл бұрын

She talks about one day at a time like George Lopez didn’t tackle a teen pregnancy a decade earlier

@MoMimi88 Жыл бұрын

Wait… how is Law and Order SVU not on here?

@yenziwemamba06 Жыл бұрын

a million little things is such an amazing show!! ❤

@belladuke97 Жыл бұрын

Wow, Rebecca's monologue at the therapy appointment still makes me cry.

@user-hx6ye4jq1n 11 ай бұрын

This is Us also dealt with The Big 3 realizing that their beloved mother had early onset Alzheimer’s

@stormshadowproductions1660 Жыл бұрын

Please do top 20 times My Little Pony Friendship is Magic & Equestria Girls tackled serious can I have to do it sooner or later

@aidaarnd5997 11 ай бұрын

Boston legal, Criminal minds, Black mirror, Marvel's Daredevil

@joshwindswept5694 Жыл бұрын

I'm shocked Mandy Moore hasn't gotten more awards/recognition for her portrayal as Rebecca in This Is Us. Love that show!

@pablojr1178 Жыл бұрын

How is Shameless and Bojack Horseman not on this list?

@peteryanes3413 Жыл бұрын

That so raven wow crazy they was one of the first one to take on a topic like this that it not on here

@angelaholmes8888 Жыл бұрын

This is us totally belongs on this list 💯

@jacksonconley5117 Жыл бұрын

If any of the Star Trek shows don’t appear on this list, it will be the biggest crime Watchmojo has committed.

@anthonycolonjr.6631 Жыл бұрын

this is another list that You’re The Worst should be on yet it’s too underrated

@Showtunediva Жыл бұрын

Hi Ms. mojo, can you guys please do a video about how family matters tackled serious issues cause you haven’t done a serious issues video for that show yet? Thank you.

@user-dr2sm7wu5o Жыл бұрын

I love both Amilleon Little Things, and This is us, I was so sad to see them both go, nice to see Josh Groban this video, wich reminds me, I know I've said this before, but it would be really nice if WatchMojo, or MsMojo could make top 10 Josh Groban songs, I would like to see that very much.

@sfletch8996 Жыл бұрын

Sex Education would be a great add to this list too!

@marvelfan8996 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking about Daredevil. A blind man, who loses his dad. Fighting for his life and the lives of those around him

@empratt5800 Жыл бұрын

I knew I shouldn’t trust Ms Mojo to put Bojack Horseman on this list, but I got my hopes up anyway.

@MarissaFloro Жыл бұрын

I definitely live under a rock because of majority of these and I mean a good majority these I have not seen. I focus on a lot of animated shows though.

@kimwaddell4218 Жыл бұрын

Make part 2 to this

@YouhavebeenGilmored Жыл бұрын

A list without Grey's Anatomy? Totally agree with shows like Parenthood and This is Us, although Brothers & Sisters deserved to be more than just a honorable mention.

@yoanastoyanova Жыл бұрын

Six Feet Under dealt with the ultimate issue of life, death, in a profound, funny, graceful, irreverent, respectful, spiritual, insightful way.

@Glovezzzzzz 8 күн бұрын

I think Shameless (US version haven’t seen the UK) tackles many serious issues like drug and alcohol abuse, mental illness, rape, grooming, sexual assault and more

@daveerk6573 Жыл бұрын

All I see is: Emmy, Emmy, Emmy, Emmy, Emmy!!😅😂

@delmicortave Жыл бұрын

My crazy ex-girlfriend and bojack horseman are excellent at tackled sensitive subjects, they do so well that sometimes is even confrontation with the audience

@Everythingofmusic Жыл бұрын

Switched At Birth is one of the best! I mean there is no show that deals with Deaf and hearing relationships. I love watching Boy Meets World!

@lalyrabe Жыл бұрын

One show that is super underrated and that is better than the Fosters for me: Good Trouble

@arielg7000 Жыл бұрын

so cool maN

@leonardolim8976 6 ай бұрын

Some of these work really well if theres a mean spirited bully to bully people with these serious issues like ableism or racism so it can make us viewers side with the victims well

@marionlayton929 Жыл бұрын

What do all of these shows have in common? All the good, decent shows get prematurely canceled.

@wojtek1765 Жыл бұрын

TED lasso and 13 reasons why is missed on this list

@yeagerbomb5632 3 ай бұрын

13 reasons why is the last thing that should be on this list. It handled the topic horribly and glorified suicide as a means to get back at the people you felt wronged you.

@baldbeardedbloke6887 10 ай бұрын

The Greatest Show that touches on serious issues is a Naturist Nudist Show that touches on Naturist Nudist issues that doesn't exist.

@Dany0926 Жыл бұрын

No The Fosters/Good Trouble?! o.O.

@chaynedavis1561 Жыл бұрын

Number one 😌

@jackywackydoodah2821 Ай бұрын

Where’s Euphoria on this list?

@pleaseshutup7053 Ай бұрын

Terribly written show

@lolahernandez6871 Жыл бұрын

As a person who was diagnosed with BPD I enjoyed Crazy ex girlfriend. ❤

@charlotte241000 Жыл бұрын

Nip/tuck is the best show that handles sencative issues

@paulamolinamallea642 Жыл бұрын

What about Ted Lasso?!!!

@invaderkittykai Жыл бұрын

Why isn't Skins or Euphoria on here!?

@zoec127 Жыл бұрын

i knew degrassi would be 1st ! it’s such a good show !!

@TheBorilla92 Жыл бұрын

A million little things at #10 with all of the sensitive topics it covers? That's absurd

@chimmyuzokwe8727 Жыл бұрын

Being Mary Jane

@kalineconceicao6474 4 ай бұрын

my mad fat diary, skins...

@CatradoraAppleDashisawesome Жыл бұрын

Dang! Im depressed that ATLA (aka: Avatar The Last Airbender) is not in here

@chrisgomez1840 7 ай бұрын

maybe i shouldve watch SAB so i could learn more ASL

@erinmaynard9566 Жыл бұрын

Judging Amy with Tyne Daily.

@eisaacs7759 Жыл бұрын

Jessica Jones was so real that I had to stop watching. Kilgrave wasn't terrifying just because of his powers. The emotional and psychological abuse, which was demonstrated with and without powers, was terrifying.

@Gaminwith_Sarel Жыл бұрын

What about Mom ?

@daniellee4737 Жыл бұрын

Modern Family, 13 Reasons Why and Sex Education didn't even make it to the honourable mention??

@talevita Жыл бұрын

13 Reasons Why should be here. And so should South Park!

@erinmaynard9566 Жыл бұрын

Secret Life of rhe American Teenager.

@MegBug101 Жыл бұрын

where is the fosters

@saveThe90s88 9 ай бұрын

No 13 reasons why? Family matters? It's probably cause, it's like all shows in the past that dealt with these and so it's time to show the updated shows from this current generation. That's imo.