CBS’ All-Time Classic 9-Part Sitcom Crosses Unprecedented Streaming Milestone

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Published Sep 27, 2026, 5:39 PM EDT

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A classic CBS sitcom is reaching a major new streaming milestone. Sitcoms have been a TV mainstay for decades across networks, with CBS in particular hosting many widely watched series. The network was home to I Love Lucy, M*A*S*H, and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, all of which have now been heralded among the most beloved sitcoms of all time. More recently, CBS aired The Big Bang Theory, which developed a massive fan following and has gotten multiple spin-off series.

Before The Big Bang Theory kicked off in 2007, Everybody Loves Raymond was a CBS staple. The series follows protagonist Ray Barone (played by Ray Romano) as he navigates his family life and successful career in sports writing. In addition to Romano, Everybody Loves Raymond features a leading cast including Brad Garrett, Patricia Heaton, Doris Roberts, and Peter Boyle. The sitcom ran for nine seasons, from 1996 until 2005.

Everybody Loves Raymond Has Crossed One Of Streaming's Biggest Milestones

21 years after its series finale, Everybody Loves Raymond is still seeing remarkable success on streaming. The series has now been in Paramount+'s top 10 TV shows list for over 800 days. To be on the streaming charts for over two years is a stunning feat for any series, and especially one that could have easily been usurped by newer programming on Paramount+. This speaks to the show's long-lasting impact.

During its run, Everybody Loves Raymond received good ratings throughout, allowing it to keep running for almost a decade. Many of its episodes are highly reviewed by audiences on IMDb; over a quarter of the episodes in the series have an 8.0 out of 10 or higher rating on the platform. Several of its stars went on to have successful careers after the fact as well, including Heaton, who later was on the also popular show The Middle. Romano also later went on to play a role in the NBC sitcom Parenthood, and continues to lead the voice cast of the Ice Age movies.

The Series Remains An All-Time Classic In The Sitcom Genre

Impressive as this record is, this streaming hot streak should come as no surprise. Thirty years after the show began, Everybody Loves Raymond remains an all-time classic in its genre, providing hugely memorable quotes and an unforgettable ensemble cast of characters. It was awarded 15 Emmys over the course of its run, a testament to the strength of the series. Its enduring legacy, evidenced by its streaming strength, has lived up to this award recognition.

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