A couple of upcoming sitcoms actually show promise.

First, we recommend viewing a couple clips from Cougar Town. Courteney Cox comes across perfectly in the role of a divorced mom trying to get back into dating.

Meanwhile, Community will premiere on NBC this fall. The show is led by a cast that includes Joel McHale and Chevy Chase.

Watch a couple scenes from the pilot episode below:

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