Samantha Who isn’t revolutionary TV, and if you’re that kind of viewer, you’ll find many narrative holes to poke in the pilot alone. But Samantha Who stands the test of time: years after it first premiered in 2007, it’s still funny and endearing, all thanks to a deceptively smart script and an incredible cast. Apart from Applegate, there’s a pre-Bridesmaids Melissa McCarthy, and a pre-Hacks Jean Smart, all of whom delight in every single scene they’re in. The other characters and aspects of the show may not impress as much, but the show is like one of those fluffy crepe cakes. A single layer can feel tasteless and unsatisfactory, but taken as a whole, it’s blissfully delicious.

Applegate is a comedic gem.