dramedy

noun

dra·​me·​dy ˈdrä-mə-dē 

ˈdra-

: a comedy (such as a film or television show) having dramatic moments

Examples of dramedy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Among the series is Jossi, a German dramedy for SWR and Arte from Dimitrij Schaad (Kleo) and starring Jannik Schümann (Sisi), Nilam Farooq (Call My Agent Berlin) and Thomas Loibl (Conclave). — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026

Elsewhere, Craig Conover, the longtime lead on the Bravo series Southern Charm, was recently cast in the indie dramedy Caroline Fletcher. — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 7 Aug. 2026

The glamorous Emmy winner known for Loewe red-carpet looks and starring on prestige dramedy The Bear is returning to full-bore silly in order to play America’s favorite beagle. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026

The series is based on the beloved British dramedy Doc Martin, which starred Martin Clunes as a doctor with a similar storyline. — Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

blend of drama and comedy

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above