5 Sitcom Husbands Who Prove You Can Be Funny Without Joking About Your Wife All The Time

There are three main types of sitcoms on television. One explores the relationships people have at work, the other focuses on friendships, and the third is completely family-oriented.

However, every single one of them has at least one married couple. Whether they are the main characters or just supportive friends, the portrayal of their relationships can make or break the viewer's perception of marriage.

To make things better, here are the top 5 sitcom husbands that will make you believe that funny and caring men do exist and marriage doesn't have to be a burden for anyone.

Phil Dunphy (Modern Family )

Phil was always the kind of person you'd want to end up with. Always optimistic and positive, he has a great outlook on life and can help anyone get through tough times. Though he can be a little obnoxious and you may feel like he's always daydreaming, it's always better to be with a person who knows how to put a smile on your face than how to make it disappear.

Ben Wyatt (Parks and Recreation )

This character was written to perfectly balance the strong presence of his wife, Leslie, and he did just that. From having great chemistry together to being able to challenge each other without getting too pushy or violent, this is the relationship you need in your life to keep growing instead of being stuck in one place forever.

Hal Wilkerson (Malcolm in the Middle)

Portrayed as the usual and slightly quirky dad of the family, Malcolm in the Middle hit a sweet spot of not making Hal overly unrealistic, yet also not portraying him as constantly tired of his family. Even Hal's dad jokes feel like a warm hug, and that's the energy every sitcom husband and father needs.

Marshall Eriksen (How I Met Your Mother )

The fact that Marshall and Lily are almost never discussed separately should tell you everything you need to know about their relationship. They're perfect for each other, and Marshall is the loyal husband everyone at home rooted for more than Barney or Ted.

Johnny Rose (Schitt's Creek)

With a woman like Moira, you have to have a certain amount of patience. While some might argue that Johnny is almost indifferent to the problems that surround him, the truth is that he is doing his best to keep his cool and support his wife and kids through this rough transition to real life in the underclass.