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The Inbetweeners is a well written and hilarious comedy series, one packed full of stand-out moments and memorable characters.

If you’ve completed this one and are looking for alternatives – fret not! We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top 10 picks for alternate viewing.

To keep things simple for skim-readers we’ve added what similarities these have.

Of course for all the shows we’ve reviewed, we’ve also added a handy link so you can check out our full thoughts on that series and see if it’s something you want to invest your time with.

So without further ado, we present 10 TV shows that should whet the appetite when you’ve finished streaming The Inbetweeners.

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Peep Show

Similarities – Awkward Comedy

Peep Show is a British sitcom that follows the lives of two friends, Mark and Jeremy, who share a flat in London. The show is filmed from the point of view of the characters themselves, with each scene shot from their perspective.

Both Mark and Jeremy have some hilarious insights into their lives, as they navigate personal and professional situations. The humour comes from the awkward and cringe-worthy situations they find themselves in. That similar format will see fans of The Inbetweeners right at home with this one!

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The Office (UK)

Similarities – Deadpan humour, workplace

The original UK version of The Office, created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, takes place in the Slough branch of the Wernham Hogg Paper Company. The show follows a very similar format to the US remake, centering on the bumbling and self-deluded regional manager, David Brent.

Unlike the US version, the humour here is far more awkward and deadpan, as David Brent’s interactions with his eccentric employees garner plenty of laughs.

Much like The Inbetweeners, the humour here relies on awkward situations and plenty of toe-curling cringe-inducing moments to keep the laughs flowing.

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Skins

Similarities – Teen problems, drama

Skins is a British drama that follows a group of teenagers as they navigate the challenges of adolescence in Bristol, England. The show explores the various personal and professional challenges that the characters face, including relationships, sex, drugs, and mental health issues.

Much like The Inbetweeners, the show shares a similar focus on the challenges of growing up. Both shows also feature a group of young characters with unique personalities and quirks, all whilst adding in a familiar dose of humour.

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Sex Education

Similarities – Deadpan humour, workplace

Sex Education is a British comedy-drama that follows the life of a teenager named Otis (Asa Butterfield) who decides to start a sex advice business at his school, despite being a virgin himself. The show explores the various relationships and challenges that arise as Otis and his friends navigate their personal and professional lives.

In a way, Sex Education is like an American-style mash-up of Skins and The Inbetweeners. Both shows have their fair share of cringe moments, while the similar focus on the challenges of adolescence makes for a really enjoyable watch.

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Derry Girls

Similarities – Diverse characters, comedy

Derry Girls is a British sitcom that follows the lives of a group of teenagers growing up in Northern Ireland during the Troubles in the 1990’s. The show explores the various personal and political challenges that the characters face as they navigate their teenage years.

There’s plenty of heart and humour here, as the show focuses on friendship, family, and growing up in a difficult environment.

Derry Girls thrives with its diverse cast of characters, each with their own quirks and memorable segments. The show also uses its humor to great use, addressing serious topics in a sensitive and relatable way.

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Plebs

Similarities – Comedy Style

Plebs follows the lives of three young men who live in ancient Rome. Silly, quirky and at times utter bonkers, the show explores the various challenges and misadventures our characters face as they try to make their way in the world.

Plebs shares a similar focus as The Inbetweeners by focusing on the challenges of adolescence, while the trio of males at the center of this, depicting a tight-knit friendship that glues this all together, makes it one of the closest series in terms of tone and ideas.

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Bad Education

Similarities – Comedy, school setting

Bad Education is a British sitcom that follows the life of a young teacher, Alfie Wickers (Jack Whitehall), and his various misadventures he has with fellow students and teachers. The show explores the challenges and absurdities of the education system, as well as taking a humorous stab at the personal and professional challenges Alfie faces.

Bad Education’s comedy style is similarly irreverent and absurdist, while Jack Whitehall’s humour is enough to carry this one through some of the slower segments.

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Drifters

Similarities – Characters, comedy

Drifters is a British sitcom that follows the lives of three friends who live in Leeds and are trying to figure out their lives after college. The show explores the various personal and professional challenges the characters face, as well as their struggles with love, friendship, and growing up.

Drifters shares a similar focus as The Inbetweeners with its outlook on young adulthood, as well as the challenges that come with facing the adult world. The various challenges that arise as the characters navigate their personal and professional lives makes for a very enjoyable comedy.

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Friday Night Dinner

Similarities – Humour, characters

Friday Night Dinner is another British sitcom that follows the lives of a Jewish family as they gather for dinner every Friday night. The show explores the various relationships and challenges that arise between the family members, as well as focusing on the misadventures and absurdities that occur during their dinners.

This comedic style leads to some genuine laugh out loud moments, while the unique personalities and quirks the characters adopt helps this stand out as another must-watch.

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Fresh Meat

Similarities – Comedy, characters

British sitcom Fresh Meat follows the lives of students who live in a shared house at a fictional university in Manchester. The story then sees the characters navigate through various personal and professional challenges, including struggles with love, friendship, and growing up.

Fresh Meat’s spotlight focus on the challenges of young adulthood, not to mention the memorable characters and its outlook on life, makes for another solid comedic watch.

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So there we have it, our 10 TV show alternatives to watch when you’re finished watching The Inbetweeners.

What do you think of our picks? Do you agree? Are there any notable omissions? Let us know in the comments below!