Noah Knows Best
Noah Knows Best

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Noah Knows Best

2000
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

Noah Knows Best is a television series that aired on Nickelodeon. The show premiered on October 7, 2000 and was canceled with five unaired episodes out of thirteen produced, due to low ratings. The show starred Phillip Van Dyke as the title character, Noah. It is known as the male version of Nickelodeon's earlier hit series Clarissa Explains It All.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: VariousGenres: Sitcom, Comedy

Plot Summary

Noah Kuttler, a successful but arrogant lawyer, finds his life turned upside down when his estranged, free-spirited younger sister, Katie, moves in with him. As Noah navigates the complexities of his demanding career and his newfound role as a reluctant guardian, he clashes with Katie's unconventional lifestyle and her group of eccentric friends. The series follows their comedic attempts to find common ground and adjust to their new living situation.

Critical Reception

Noah Knows Best was a short-lived sitcom that garnered mixed reviews during its brief run. Critics often pointed to its formulaic sitcom tropes and occasional predictable humor, while some appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors and the show's attempts at heartwarming moments.

What Reviewers Say

  • The show struggled to find a consistent comedic voice.

  • Cary Elwes's performance was often cited as a highlight.

  • Familiar sitcom elements made it feel unoriginal to some viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception for Noah Knows Best is largely unavailable due to its limited viewership and short run. Discussions that do exist often reflect the mixed critical sentiment, with some viewers finding it a light and occasionally amusing watch, while others found it failed to stand out from other sitcoms of the era.

Fun Fact

Despite a relatively low profile, "Noah Knows Best" featured a notable cast of actors who would go on to greater fame in other projects, including Cary Elwes, known for "The Princess Bride" and "Saw," and Amy Jo Johnson, famous for her role as the Pink Ranger in "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers."

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