All's Fair (1976 TV series)
A conservative columnist and a liberal photographer clash romantically.
All's Fair is an American television sitcom created by Norman Lear that aired on CBS for one season from 1976 to 1977. The series is notable for pairing Richard Crenna as a conservative political columnist with Bernadette Peters as a liberal photographer, whose romantic involvement is complicated by age and political differences. Peters received a Golden Globe Award nomination for her performance.
Quick Facts
- Runtime
- approx. 0:30 (per episode)
- Creator
- Bob Schiller
- Bob Weiskopf
- Rod Parker
- Developer
- Norman Lear
- Company
- T.A.T. Communications Company
- Starring
- Richard Crenna
- Bernadette Peters
- Michael Keaton
- Country
- United States
- Language
- English
- Network
- CBS
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Plot
In Washington, D.C., Richard C. Barrington, a 49-year-old conservative columnist, becomes romantically involved with Charlotte (Charley) Drake, a 23-year-old liberal photographer. Their relationship is complicated by political differences, a generation gap, and contrasting lifestyles: Barrington is a gourmet cook living in a luxurious townhouse, while Drake is a vegetarian. Barrington initially has a girlfriend, a literary agent, when he meets Drake. The show's style features rapid pacing and argumentative shouting.
Reception
A Knight News Wire reviewer called the show the best new comedy series of the year, praising its writing and acting but noting the characters spend much time shouting. The New York Times critic found the casting first-rate and the pace finger-snapping, making everything look easy and undemanding. A Copley News Service reviewer expressed disbelief in the central relationship yet concluded it works due to Crenna's skill as a farceur and Peters's spunk and wit, describing the dialogue as crackling and the comedy as well-paced and trenchant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who created All's Fair (1976 TV series)?
All's Fair was created by Bob Schiller, Bob Weiskopf and Rod Parker.
Who stars in All's Fair (1976 TV series)?
All's Fair stars Richard Crenna, Bernadette Peters and Michael Keaton.
How many episodes of All's Fair (1976 TV series) are there?
All's Fair has 24 episodes across 1 season.
When did All's Fair (1976 TV series) first air?
All's Fair first aired on 20 September 1976.
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