Twitch City (1998)

Set against the quirky backdrop of Kensington Market in Toronto, Twitch City is a unique sitcom that centers on Curtis, a reclusive television junkie who seldom ventures outside his apartment. Alongside his friends and roommates, Nathan and Hope, Curtis navigates the absurdities of urban life. The show's premiere takes a dark turn when Nathan is imprisoned for accidentally killing a homeless man with a can of cat food, prompting Curtis and Hope to scramble for a new roommate to share the financial burden. The blend of surreal humor and social commentary sets this series apart.