Television is experiencing a boom in dark comedies centered on funny women. According to Variety, shows like CBS's Matlock, Peacock's The 'Burbs, Netflix's The Hunting Wives, and How to Get to Heaven From Belfast all place comedic female leads in morally complex situations—from solving crimes to committing them. The trend proves that pairing comedy with consequence makes for compelling television.

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