8 Series That Redefined The TV Family

Two nurturing parents, 2.5 kids, and a dog — you might recognize this formula as the so-called “typical” American TV family of the past.

But today, the onscreen family has evolved in glorious ways, making room for more irreverence, diversity, and reality.

In partnership with HBO Max, we’re taking a look at some of our favorite series that pushed the modern TV family forward in diverse and game-changing directions.

Gather your own family, whether that’s your household or your squad, and ​stream all these titles— and so much more — on HBO Max.