There is some good stuff out there, although it can be hard to find.
You may have to delve back into some older sitcoms, though, Ben. I know I keep saying this, but I'm a shameless plugger when it comes to my favourite shows: I recommend you try Taxi, Ben, it's got some great characters, and whilst not intelligent in the same way as "Frasier" is, iit's still (in my opinion) a clever show. I think I tend to bring it up a bit too often on here, so I'll try and PM you some information about the show, rather than going into it in length here.
I haven't seen much of the IT Crowd (I did catch some of opening double bill a couple of weeks ago.) I wouldn't say it's horrendous; I can see why people would find it appealing. It seems unique, and there were a few bits that I found quite funny, but I'm not sure it's for me. I might give it another try, though, just to see.
