One of the most uneven things about Becker is its attempts to address social issues. The first season clumsily tries to address the AIDS crisis by having one of John’s recurring patients be an HIV-positive child, but the depiction lacks the depth needed to say anything meaningful on the subject. Attempts to address race, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sexism are a mixed bag ranging from embarrassingly outdated to surprisingly empathetic. 

There’s nothing groundbreaking about Becker, but it’s a consistent sitcom with few bad episodes and memorable performances. It also gave Ted Danson a rare opportunity to play a rage-filled anti-hero, a role he’s great at and rarely gets to explore. If you’re nostalgic for the straightforward sitcoms of the past, Becker is a solid show that many fans missed, and it’s free to stream on Pluto TV.