Olivia Wisse, Hofstra University

Unresolved plot points, a competition gone wrong and a missing starlet contribute to the failure of “HSMTMS” to live up to its debut season.

Anna Hupp, University of Wyoming

Nida Manzoor’s Peacock sitcom follows five Muslim women and their punk rock band while advocating that ‘music is about representation.’

Elizabeth Dewit, University of Pittsburgh

‘Six seasons and a movie’ has long been the sitcom’s unofficial mantra, and this week the creator gave fans hope that it might come true.

Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley

The NBC comedy is much more than just a typical show. It presents its viewers with relatable moral dilemmas in a humorous way.

Callie Rosenzweig, University of Chicago

The character may have her critics, but her quirky personality, dedication and generosity make her a positive role model for all.

Rickea Bell, Saint Peter’s University

RuPaul just created a heartwarming Netflix series featuring a drag queen and one foul-mouthed 10-year-old.

Clarence Dodge, Sarah Lawrence College

Holy Schitt! Pop TV’s obscure hit shines in the Emmy limelight.

Sam Shepherd, McGill University

This sitcom tackles Hollywood cynicism with a hilarious and open heart.

Megan Schnese, University of Alaska, Anchorage

Though the premise is lighthearted, ‘Downward Dog’ may change how you think about your own pet by revealing how they think about you.