15 Gifts for Your Favorite Couch Potato

The term couch potato used to conjure images of slovenly, middle-aged dads with an unkempt appearance and vacant eyes. Thanks to much-improved content and a multitude of ways to get a TV fix, the average couch potato is much more likely to be the person you live with, work with, or see in the mirror. Given the staggering amount of time Americans spend watching TV these days, chances are you have a fairly serious binge-watcher in your life too; here are gifts ideas for them — yep, even for couch potato dads — that might get them to tear their eyes away from the screen long enough to say "thank you."

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Every man needs a T-shirt that says, "I'll be in front of the TV today if you need me." Behold this comfy, 100% cotton tee available in five colors and in versions for women and kids, as well.

Price: $20 from Pinch Provisions
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This 18-piece kit contains a snack clip, comfy socks, face- and hand-cleansing towelettes, sporks, and — somewhat disconcertingly — a stain remover and breath drops (guess slovenly is still a thing, after all). The truly committed, however, will also appreciate the sofa yoga guide and a two-sided coin to help decide: "one more" or "go to bed."

Price: $10 from Amazon
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Manicures and pedicures are actually an excellent use of multitasking time while bingeing certain shows, especially ones you really watch only for the final reveal (what's up, HGTV!). This six-piece kit lets you attend to your digits, and keeps everything in a tube branded in a design reminiscent of the Netflix logo. Clever.

Price: $15 to $20 from Uncommon Goods
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These days, no one just watches TV. We check our Instagram, surf sites with insight into our favorite shows, and — as mentioned — groom ourselves. So we need a little something in which to store our phones, tablets, and other assorted items. This gray felt pouch, available in regular and large sizes, is just the thing, and incredibly stylish as well. (Perhaps ironically so, given that the person using it is probably swathed in an unwashed pair of sweatpants.)

Price: $7 from Amazon
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Who doesn't need a mug to remind everyone just what the priorities are? All eight seasons of "Game of Thrones" first, then exercise. Besides, you're gonna need some coffee to get through all that.

Price: $9 from Amazon
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Coffee schmoffee. Bring on the beer! But, no, really, non-TV watcher. Bring it. These socks command it.

Price: $8.50 from Amazon
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Who wants to walk away from the big game to grab another beer? No one. This sleeve holds six cans, has a much less bulky design than most coolers, and will keep your favorite couch potato from yelling, "Can anyone bring me a beer?"

Price: $17 from Amazon
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Speaking of beer, once dad really settles in for a session in front of the screen, he'll need to stay warm. So here's a cozy, beer-themed blanket you can throw over him. Not a Mexican beer fan? No worries, it comes in a Bud Light version for the same price.

Price: $15 from Personal Creations
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Another gift in the vein of "survival" kits, this one is actually a little more spot on, because devoted TV watchers need sustenance. Or, more aptly, want it, especially if a multiseason viewing of "Top Chef" or "The Great British Baking Show" is what's onscreen. This kit, which can be personalized with a 15-character message, includes nuts, crackers, and popcorn.

Price: $15 from Etsy
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Is your marathon TV watcher watching his or her carb intake? Or maybe bingeing a show that makes them feel, oh, a bit sad or homicidal? ("Handmaid's Tale," we're looking at you.) You can buy them this spoon and still have money to spare for a gallon of comforting ice cream.

Price: $18 from Amazon
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We all have those people in our lives. When they're not actually watching TV, they like to talk about all the shows and movies everyone else should be watching. Channel all that condescending superiority into this game, and make sure you're on their team.

Price: $10 to $20 from Wick and Fable
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Not everyone binges shows — many of us marathon movie franchises, and "Harry Potter" is, of course, one of the most-watched of all time. Here's a Gryffindor candle that will not only appeal to the Potterhead in your life, but sweeten their air (which might be a good thing if they're on No. 8 in a no-breaks binge sesh). Wick and Fable has scents available for many other shows and movies, too.

Price: $18 from Etsy
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For the TV fan who also loves to accessorize, there's this adorable gift depicting an anthropomorphized vintage TV that's just happy you're spending so much time with it.

Price: $18 from Amazon
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Sometimes you have to say goodbye to highbrow 21st-century fare and kick it old school with one of the funniest ladies of all time. This set features 16 of the greatest episodes of "I Love Lucy." Customers complaint of one downside: no "play all" function.

Price: $199 from Amazon
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Okay, it's far from under $20, but some things in life are worth the splurge. For the ultimate lazy couch potato — the one who can't even be bothered to sit up — this is perfect. The most reasonably priced of Oculus' offerings, the Go model can be used to watch lots of streaming content, including sports. And just think about how funny your dad will look cheering his team with this contraption on. Worth the price? We think so.

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