The Redd Foxx Show

The Redd Foxx Show was a short-lived American sitcom that premiered on ABC in 1986. The series starred legendary comedian Redd Foxx as Fred Kelly, a wealthy widower who unexpectedly falls for and marries a younger woman, played by Dyan Cannon. Their unconventional relationship and the resulting family dynamics formed the core of the show's humor and storylines.

The series struggled to find an audience and was met with mixed to negative reviews from critics who found its humor dated and its premise uninspired. Despite the star power of Redd Foxx, the show was canceled after only a handful of episodes due to low ratings.

• Critics found the humor to be stale and reminiscent of Foxx's earlier work without the same impact.

• The show's premise was seen as unoriginal and lacking in modern comedic sensibilities.

• Many felt the chemistry between the lead actors was not strong enough to carry the series.

Google audience: Audience reception was largely lukewarm, with many viewers expressing disappointment that the show did not live up to Redd Foxx's legacy and offered little in the way of fresh comedy.

The show was Dyan Cannon's first foray into episodic television, a departure from her established film career.