May be the best sitcom that portrays the American family...especially the Italian-American stereotype. It's true; I'm not IA and I've observed the family dynamic in that realm and it's really uptight if you're a married-in. Grew up in NJ and wow, is this how funny and on-point the show is. IA can be very loving & want to feed you always, so no negativity there. All the characters in the show are believable & relatable (exception, Marie, she really a witch with a b.) can watch re-runs over & over, so funny. The only show that tops this for me is Fraser, a masterpiece!