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The Harvey Korman Show

1978TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish
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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Bill HobinGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

This short-lived sitcom featured Harvey Korman as a struggling actor who inherits a failing Hollywood studio. He tries to navigate the eccentric world of show business while dealing with quirky employees and ambitious producers. The show aimed for a blend of slapstick humor and character-driven comedy.

Critical Reception

The Harvey Korman Show was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews and was quickly canceled due to low ratings and a lack of critical appeal. Critics found the humor stale, the writing uninspired, and the premise derivative of other sitcoms of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacked originality and memorable comedic moments.
  • Harvey Korman's talent was largely wasted on weak material.
  • Felt like a dated imitation of better sitcoms.

Google audience: Audience reception was poor, with many viewers finding the show unfunny and forgettable, leading to its swift cancellation.

Fun Fact

The show was Harvey Korman's attempt at a starring vehicle after his success on 'The Carol Burnett Show', but it failed to capture the same audience or critical acclaim.

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