Good Luck Charlie (2010)

Good Luck Charlie is a warm, family sitcom set in Denver that follows the Duncan household as they adjust to the surprise arrival of their fourth child, Charlotte “Charlie.” When parents Amy (a nurse) and Bob (an exterminator) return to work, they rely on their three older children—teenagers Teddy and PJ and 10-year-old Gabe—to pitch in with diapers, bottles and babysitting while juggling school, friendships and growing-up drama. Each episode is framed by Teddy’s homemade video diary for baby Charlie, in which she records advice and memories she hopes Charlie will watch when she’s older. Watching the show you’ll get a mix of lighthearted comedy and heartfelt family moments: sibling rivalry, awkward teenage moments, parenting mishaps and occasional slapstick, balanced with genuine warmth and lessons about responsibility and togetherness. Episodes are mostly episodic and family-friendly, often ending with an over-the-top or improbable gag that underscores the series’ playful tone. The recurring catchphrase—“Good luck, Charlie”—caps many of Teddy’s video entries and sums up the show’s mix of humor and tenderness. Overall, Good Luck Charlie is an easy, feel-good series aimed at families and pre-teens: expect laugh-out-loud situations, relatable teen angst, sweet sibling bonds, and plenty of chaotic but loving domestic moments.

Actors: Bridgit Mendler, Leigh-Allyn Baker, Bradley Steven Perry

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Family

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