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AMC has ordered a six-episode first season of 'Happy Jack,' a new multicamera comedy starring Charlie and Martin Sheen as father and son. The series, created by Jim Patterson and Matt Ross, will film in Los Angeles in early 2027 for a 2027 premiere, marking the network's first entry into the traditional live-audience sitcom format.
AMC has greenlit 'Happy Jack,' a six-episode multicamera comedy starring Charlie and Martin Sheen as father and son. The series, created by Jim Patterson and Matt Ross, will film at Warner Bros. Studios in early 2027 for a 2027 premiere. It marks AMC's first foray into the traditional live-audience sitcom format.
BBC Culture argues that five Gen Z‑style 'Friends' contenders—Not Suitable For Work, Adults, The Sex Lives of College Girls, I Love LA and others—haven’t matched the original’s cultural impact due to five hurdles: a crowded streaming era with short seasons; writers who aren’t part of Gen Z; Gen Z’s real-life pressures making comforting humor harder; challenges in representing a diverse generation; and the difficulty of authentically weaving online life into the stories, with Adults currently the strongest entry but the outcome remains uncertain.
A rundown of five misnamed sitcoms—Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Cougar Town, Don't Trust The B in Apartment 23, Happy Endings, and Selfie—that are arguably stronger than their awkward titles suggest, praised for sharp writing, strong casts, and inventive premises that deserve rediscovery.
Eve Plumb reveals that The Brady Bunch cast received zero residuals from reruns due to pre-1975 rules that limited payments to the first 10 reruns; Susan Olsen said her last check was in 1975 and Barry Williams recalled a final-season pay of about $1,100 per week (roughly $24,000 for 22 episodes), highlighting how the cast fared far worse than later stars like Friends, which reportedly earns about $20 million a year in residuals.
CBS's 'DMV' is a workplace sitcom set in an East Hollywood DMV that starts off as somewhat generic but shows promise as it develops, with characters and situations becoming more engaging over time, highlighting the quirks and chaos of DMV life.
A 'Home Improvement' cast reunion is set to appear on the second season of ABC's 'Shifting Gears,' starring Tim Allen, with Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, and Debbe Dunning guest-starring in an upcoming episode premiering October 1, 2025.
Leanne Morgan, a Tennessee grandmother, achieved late-in-life success with a viral comedy career, a Netflix special, and her own sitcom, overcoming Hollywood's initial misjudgments by staying true to her relatable, family-oriented humor and embracing her authentic self.
The review of the sitcom 'Leanne' starring Leanne Morgan is largely negative, criticizing its poor script, lack of humor, and derivative characters, but notes Morgan's charm and the show's bright visuals as redeeming qualities, ultimately giving it a mixed rating of around two stars.
Lisa Kudrow revealed that the 'Friends' cast only met once in the 17 years between the series finale in 2004 and the 2021 reunion special. Despite the long hiatus, Kudrow felt the group didn't miss a beat when they finally reunited. The article also mentions the recent death of Matthew Perry, who played Chandler Bing, due to complications from ketamine use, and the cast's heartfelt statement mourning his loss.
Ted Danson's latest project, "A Man on the Inside," is a Netflix series praised by critics as "perfect television." The show, based on the documentary "The Mole Agent," features Danson as Charles, a widower investigating wrongdoings in a retirement home. Created by Michael Schur, the series balances humor and heart, exploring themes of aging, grief, and companionship. Critics commend Danson's performance and the show's emotional depth, making it a must-watch for fans of heartfelt comedies.
Reba McEntire and Melissa Peterman reunite for the new sitcom "Happy's Place," 17 years after their show "Reba" ended. The series, which also features McEntire's real-life boyfriend Rex Linn and other notable stars, follows McEntire's character taking over her father's bar and discovering a half-sister. Both actresses express excitement about working together again, likening it to "riding a bike." The show premieres on NBC on October 18.
Jennifer Aniston expressed gratitude that "Friends" was filmed in an era without social media, allowing the cast to avoid online criticism and maintain a sense of innocence. She discussed this in an interview with Quinta Brunson, who also enforces a "no social media" policy on her show "Abbott Elementary." Aniston reflected on the show's enduring popularity and the close bond she maintains with her co-stars.
Netflix's new sitcom "Tires," starring and co-created by controversial comedian Shane Gillis, has received mixed-to-negative reviews from critics but is being praised by his die-hard fans. Despite the low-budget production, fans have taken to social media to express their enjoyment of the show, which follows Gillis as a mechanic tormenting his cousin in an auto shop. Netflix has already renewed the series for a second season, set to debut in 2025.
Shane Gillis' new Netflix sitcom "Tires," set in a Pennsylvania tire shop, reflects his career's evolution from grassroots success to mainstream reentry. Despite its crass humor and low-budget production, the show captures Gillis' signature style but struggles to fully transition him into establishment acclaim. The six-episode series, now streaming on Netflix, is a step forward but not a complete breakthrough.