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Married to the Kellys
New York writer Tom grew up an only child and is a loner by nature. He's a man who takes pride in refusing to learn the names of his neighbors. But his life is destined for change when he marries Susan, a gregarious social butterfly from the Midwest. Tom loves the big city, but Susan longs for something more, so Tom promises her that when he sells his first book, they'll move wherever she wants. Well, he sells one and has to make good – the couple moves to Kansas City to be near her large and close-knit family. And what a family it is!
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Plot Summary
This sitcom follows the unconventional life of Samantha, a 20-something woman who unexpectedly marries a man with a family that seems determined to keep her in her place. As she navigates her new, highly intrusive in-laws, Samantha attempts to maintain her independence and her marriage. The series humorously explores the challenges of merging two vastly different lives and families.
Critical Reception
Married to the Kellys received a generally lukewarm reception from critics and struggled to find a consistent audience. While some noted its potential for comedic situations arising from its premise, many found the humor to be formulaic and the characters underdeveloped. Its short-lived run on ABC reflected its difficulty in establishing a strong foothold in the competitive sitcom landscape.
What Reviewers Say
The premise offers opportunities for relatable family comedy.
Execution often relies on predictable sitcom tropes.
Character development was criticized for being shallow.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Married to the Kellys' on Google is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The show was part of ABC's Wednesday comedy lineup, attempting to recapture a similar demographic as their previous successes with shows like 'Home Improvement'.
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