dramedy

or dra·ma·dy

[ drah-muh-dee, dram-uh‑ ]

noun

, plural dra·me·dies.

1. a television program or series using both serious and comic subjects, usually without relying on conventional plots, laugh tracks, etc.

dramedy

/ ˈdrɑːmɪdɪ /

noun

1. a television or film drama in which there are important elements of comedy

Word History and Origins

Origin of dramedy¹

Blend of drama and comedy

Word History and Origins

Origin of dramedy¹

C20: from dram ( a ) + ( com ) edy

Example Sentences

The ensemble dramedy, Anderson’s first true anthology film, is star-studded as ever, with notable newcomers Chalamet and Elisabeth Moss joining returning regulars like Bill Murray and Tilda Swinton.

From Time

Hollywood star Jane Levy made herself a household name for playing the titular role of Zoey Clarke in the NBC’s Emmy Award–winning and Golden Globe–nominated musical dramedy Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.

From Ozy

The Netflix prison dramedy, with its binge-baiting release strategy, is engrossing in every sense of word.

From The Daily Beast

His latest is the critically acclaimed dramedy Blue Jasmine, starring Cate Blanchett.

From The Daily Beast

Oscar winner Susan Sarandon delivers a brilliant, heart-rending performance in the delightful dramedy Jeff, Who Lives at Home.

From The Daily Beast

Episodes is a new tone of comedy for us as we have a lot more dramedy.

From The Daily Beast

The network has been pushing its specific brand of dramedy programming (and action-comedies).

From The Daily Beast