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Big-hearted TV shows for ‘Ted Lasso’ fans

- BY RANDY MCMULLEN AND CHUCK BARNEY

If you’re a fan of somewhat kinder, gentler comedies like “Ted Lasso,” here are some other shows to try.

“We Are Lady Parts”: This oft-overlooked comedy follows a group of London Muslim women who form a punk band. They bicker and have all kinds of life and faith issues, but their devotion to each other adds a touching foundation to the punchlines. (Peacock)

“Atypical”: This tender-hearted comedy follows a 19-yearold man on the autism spectrum as he searches for love and independen­ce. It promotes messages about inclusion and empathy. (Netflix)

“Superstore”: Like “Ted Lasso,” this comedy is anchored by a known star (America Ferrera), but it’s the deep roster of secondary characters and their relationsh­ips that add comedic depth and poignance. In this case, the action takes place in a big-box store in the Midwest. (Hulu)

“Detroiters”: The underrated comedy about two goodhearte­d, but overmatche­d Michigan buddies trying to make it in the world of advertisin­g was executive-produced by Jason Sudeikis and “Saturday Night Live” creator Lorne Michaels, but dropped by Comedy Central after two seasons. (Paramount+)

“Schitt’s Creek”: Most people are already familiar with this Emmy Award winner about a family plunged into financial ruin and forced to adapt to a new world and its quirky inhabitant­s. What holds it all together is that the family members are nearly as fond of each other as the writers were of the odd, lovable characters they created. (Netflix)

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