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6.5 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 3110 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The friendship between Riley, a Marine combat veteran struggling to readjust to civilian life in Ohio, and Awalmir, the Afghan interpreter who served with his unit and has just arrived to start a new life in America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Parker Young, Adhir Kalyan, Elizabeth Alderfer, Dean Norris
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2 seasons, 24 episodes, 30-minute runtime<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like United States of Al (2021)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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B Positive (2020)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.3 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 3315 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Newly-divorced dad Drew faces finding a kidney donor and is at the end of his rope and his hope when he runs into Gina, a rough-around-the edges woman from his past who volunteers her own.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy, Drama<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Annaleigh Ashford, Thomas Middleditch, Darryl Stephens, Linda Lavin
Creators:<\/strong> Marco Pennette
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

2 seasons, 28 episodes, 22.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Home Economics (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.9 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 5130 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Three grown-up siblings find themselves living at vastly different levels of financial security from one another.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Topher Grace, Caitlin McGee, Jimmy Tatro, Karla Souza
Creators:<\/strong> John Aboud, Michael Colton
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

2 seasons, 29 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Bob Hearts Abishola (2019)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.9 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 4645 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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An American guy falls in love with his Nigerian nurse.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Short, Comedy, Romance<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Billy Gardell, Folake Olowofoyeku, Christine Ebersole, Matt Jones
Creators:<\/strong> Eddie Gorodetsky, Alan J. Higgins, Chuck Lorre
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

3 seasons, 49 episodes, 21.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Ghosts (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.9 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 20907 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A young couple’s dreams come true when they inherit a beautiful country house, only to find it’s both falling apart and inhabited by many of the deceased previous residents.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy, Fantasy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Rose McIver, Utkarsh Ambudkar, Brandon Scott Jones, Richie Moriarty
Creators:<\/strong> Joe Port, Joe Wiseman
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

1 season, 14 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Call Your Mother (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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5.2 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 1358 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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An empty-nester mom who wonders how she ended up alone while her children live their best lives thousands of miles away.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Kyra Sedgwick, Joey Bragg, Rachel Sennott, Austin Crute
Creators:<\/strong> Kari Lizer
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

1 season, 13 episodes, 22.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The Neighborhood (2018)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.6 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 8390 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A friendly guy from the Midwest tries to fit in in a tough L.A. neighborhood.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Cedric the Entertainer, Max Greenfield, Sheaun McKinney, Marcel Spears
Creators:<\/strong> Jim Reynolds
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

4 seasons, 77 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Rebel (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.2 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 3750 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Follows a legal advocate with a blue collar background, who helps those in need without a law degree.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Crime, Drama<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Katey Sagal, John Corbett, Lex Scott Davis, Tamala Jones
Creators:<\/strong> Krista Vernoff
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

1 season, 10 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Kenan (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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5.8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 2013 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A recently-widowed dad tries to raise his kids with his persistent father-in-law.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Kimrie Lewis, Kenan Thompson, Chris Redd, Taylor Louderman
Creators:<\/strong> David Caspe, Jackie Clarke
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

2 seasons, 20 episodes, 22.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Enlisted (2014)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.9 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 6113 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Centers on Sgt. Pete Hill who, after a stint in Afghanistan, is stationed at a small military base in Florida to tackle the toughest job of all: leading his dysfunctional brothers’ squad.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Geoff Stults, Christopher Lowell, Parker Young, Angelique Cabral
Creators:<\/strong> Kevin Biegel
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

1 season, 13 episodes, 24.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Call Me Kat (2021)<\/h3>\n \n
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5.3 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 6998 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A 39-year-old woman decides to use the money her parents had been saving for her wedding to open a cat-themed cafe.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Mayim Bialik, Swoosie Kurtz, Leslie Jordan, Kyla Pratt
Creators:<\/strong> Darlene Hunt
Directors:<\/strong>
Writers:<\/strong> <\/p>\n \n \n \n

2 seasons, 15 episodes, 21.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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Introduction<\/strong><\/p>\n

“United States of Al” is a sitcom that premiered on CBS in 2021. It’s a show that has sparked conversations, laughter, and, at times, controversy. The series focuses on the friendship between Riley, a Marine combat veteran struggling to adjust to civilian life in Ohio, and Awalmir (Al), the Afghan interpreter who served with his unit and has just arrived in the United States to start a new life. This article takes a closer look at the show, its themes, characters, and the impact it has had.<\/p>\n

The Premise<\/strong><\/p>\n

At its core, “United States of Al” is about friendship and the challenges of starting over. Riley and Al’s relationship is the heart of the show, providing both comedic moments and touching insights into the bonds formed in wartime. The series doesn’t shy away from addressing the hardships faced by veterans and immigrants alike. It’s a narrative that aims to bridge cultural gaps and foster understanding, all while delivering its fair share of laughs.<\/p>\n

Characters and Performances<\/strong><\/p>\n