Mulligan's Stew
Mulligan's Stew is comedy/drama television series produced by Paramount Network Television that originally aired as a 90-minute NBC television movie on June 20, 1977, and later, as a 60-minute series from October 25, 1977 to December 13, 1977. The series focused on the lives of the Mulligan family. Lawrence Pressman starred as Michael Mulligan, a high school teacher and football coach, and Elinor Donahue played his wife, Jane, who works as a school nurse. The series was set in the fictitious Southern California community of Birchfield.
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Plot Summary
Mulligan's Stew was a short-lived American sitcom that followed the misadventures of a group of young adults living together in a commune. The series explored their attempts at communal living, navigating relationships, and dealing with the societal changes of the era. It often touched on themes of idealism, freedom, and the challenges of maintaining harmony within a diverse group.
Critical Reception
Mulligan's Stew received generally negative reviews from critics, who often cited its weak writing, uninspired plots, and reliance on tired sitcom tropes. Audiences also did not connect with the show, leading to its swift cancellation after only a few episodes. It is largely remembered as a minor footnote in 1970s television history.
What Reviewers Say
- Criticized for its predictable humor and lack of originality.
- Felt out of touch with the contemporary audience despite its setting.
- Struggled to find a consistent tone or compelling characters.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for Mulligan's Stew is not readily available, likely due to its limited run and the era of its release.
Fun Fact
Despite its short run, Mulligan's Stew featured Leif Garrett in one of his early television roles, before he became a teen idol in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
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