Series synopsis
History of the Sitcom is an American documentary television series that premiered on CNN on July 11, 2021. It ended on August 22, 2021. It stars Jason Alexander, Tracy Morgan, Robin Williams and Pam Dawber.
This docuseries reunites audiences with the television friends, families, and co-workers they grew up with while introducing cutting-edge comedies that are sure to be your next binge-watch. Featuring over 180 original interviews with sitcom icons the series breaks down how sitcoms have helped generations of Americans navigate an ever-shifting cultural landscape.
Premise
This docuseries reunites audiences with the television friends, families, and co-workers they grew up with while introducing cutting-edge comedies that are sure to be your next binge-watch. Featuring over 180 original interviews with sitcom icons the series breaks down how sitcoms have helped generations of Americans navigate an ever-shifting cultural landscape.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jason Alexander as Self - Actor
- Tracy Morgan as Self - Actor
- Robin Williams as Self (archive footage) - Actor
- Pam Dawber as Self - Actress
- Henry Winkler as Self - Actor
Guest cast
- Michael Schneider as Self - Variety Sr. Editor
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 8 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | July 11, 2021 | August 22, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Family Matter Moms, dads, husbands, wives, brothers, sisters — more than just a hilarious reflection of the people we grow up and old with, sitcoms have opened our hearts to a more inclusive visions of what “family” can mean. |
July 11, 2021 |
| 2 |
Sex & the Sitcom Since America has long found it easier to laugh about sex than talk seriously about it, sitcom humor has had a critical role ushering in a new era of openness, not just towards sex, but toward women’s rights and gender identity. |
July 11, 2021 |
| 3 |
Just Friends When Americans look beyond family or work for their identity, the “hanging out with friends” sitcom hilariously redefines the genre while also revealing television’s challenging quest for inclusivity and authentic representation. |
July 18, 2021 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CNN |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 11, 2021 |
| Last aired | August 22, 2021 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 21:00:00 |