Where's Raymond?
Where's Raymond? is an American sitcom that aired on ABC, starring Ray Bolger. The series aired from October 1953 to April 22, 1955. The series' title was spurred by Bolger's Broadway stage hit Where's Charley?. In the 1954-1955 season, the series was renamed The Ray Bolger Show.
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Plot Summary
This classic sitcom centers on Raymond, a retired college professor who finds himself constantly getting into humorous predicaments. He often tries to impart his wisdom and unconventional logic to his family and others around him, leading to comical misunderstandings and situations. The show followed his daily life and interactions with his wife and son.
Critical Reception
Where's Raymond? was a moderately successful sitcom of its era, known for its gentle humor and the grandfatherly charm of its lead actor. While not a groundbreaking series, it provided lighthearted entertainment for family audiences and is remembered fondly by those who watched it during its original run.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its wholesome family-friendly humor.
- Appreciated for the performances of its lead actors, particularly Raymond Walburn.
- Seen as a typical, light-hearted sitcom of the mid-1950s.
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Fun Fact
Raymond Walburn, the star of the show, was a popular character actor known for playing kindly, often absent-minded professors or judges in numerous films before starring in this television series.
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