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  • 1982
  • TV-14
  • NBC
  • 1982
  • TV-14
  • NBC
Cheers

Summary Sam (Ted Danson), a former pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, owns and runs Cheers, a cozy bar in Boston. Somewhat snobby, beautiful and intelligent Diane (Shelley Long) -- forced to become a waitress when her fiance jilts her -- constantly bickers with Sam. Eventually, they fall in love. Several wacky characters make the bar their home-awa...

Created By: James Burrows, Glen Charles, Les Charles

  • 1982
  • TV-14
  • NBC
  • 1982
  • TV-14
  • NBC

Cheers

12 Seasons
Season 1 Premiere: Sep 30, 1982
Metascore Universal Acclaim Based on 17 Critic Reviews
must-watch
81
User Score Universal Acclaim Based on 85 User Ratings
8.8
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Summary Sam (Ted Danson), a former pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, owns and runs Cheers, a cozy bar in Boston. Somewhat snobby, beautiful and intelligent Diane (Shelley Long) -- forced to become a waitress when her fiance jilts her -- constantly bickers with Sam. Eventually, they fall in love. Several wacky characters make the bar their home-awa...

Created By: James Burrows, Glen Charles, Les Charles

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Ted Danson

Sam Malone, Self

Rhea Perlman

Carla Tortelli, Carla LeBec, Annette Lozupone

John Ratzenberger

Cliff Clavin, Cliff, Self

George Wendt

Norm Peterson, Self

Kelsey Grammer

Dr. Frasier Crane, Self

Woody Harrelson

Woody Boyd, Self, Woodrow Huckleberry Tiberius Boyd

Philip Perlman

Phil, Office Worker, Restaurant Patron

Kirstie Alley

Rebecca Howe, Self

Joseph Paz

Bar Patron, Accountant at Party, Bowling Spectator

Rebecca Soladay

Bar Patron, Wedding Guest, Bowling Spectator

Shelley Long

Diane Chambers, Self

Al Rosen

Al

Bebe Neuwirth

Dr. Lilith Sternin, Self

Nicholas Colasanto

Ernie 'Coach' Pantusso

Paul Willson

Paul Krapence, Paul, Gregg, Tom

Alan Koss

Alan, Mike

Peter Schreiner

Pete

Tim Cunningham

Tim, Chuck, Greg

Steve Giannelli

Steve, Customer #2

Jackie Swanson

Kelly Gaines, Kelly Boyd, Kelly Susan Gaines

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Metascore
Universal Acclaim Based on 17 Critic Reviews
81
94% Positive
16 Reviews
6% Mixed
1 Review
0% Negative
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim Based on 17 Critic Reviews
81
94% Positive
16 Reviews
6% Mixed
1 Review
0% Negative
0 Reviews

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100
Oct 20, 2022
Cheers is the gem of the fall season a new series without a weak spot. [30 Sep 1982, p.83]
FULL REVIEW
90
Oct 20, 2022
Cheers in an ensemble triumph, one of those rare meshings, with a cast, a script by the Charles brothers and a setting that all seem perfect for one another. [30 Sep 1982, p.109]
By Howard Rosenberg FULL REVIEW

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User Score
Universal Acclaim Based on 85 User Ratings
8.8
94% Positive
80 Ratings
2% Mixed
2 Ratings
4% Negative
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User Score
Universal Acclaim Based on 85 User Ratings
8.8
94% Positive
80 Ratings
2% Mixed
2 Ratings
4% Negative
3 Ratings

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10
beckgetz2001
May 8, 2023
Truly the greatest show of all time. I can watch episodes over and over and over again, and never get tired of it. I wish they made shows like this now, but at least we have all the seasons of Cheers to watch!
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10
Mmaran
Jan 11, 2021
For me, the best sitcom ever. Shelley Long was one of the best actress ever.
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90
Oct 20, 2022
The brightest new comedy of the season, maybe the brightest new series, period. [30 Sep 1982, p.47]
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80
Oct 20, 2022
Every day, during happy hour, they sit and drink and solve problems — their own, the world’s — it doesn’t matter much. And while they’re at it, they come up with some of the funniest lines to hit the small screen this season.
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75
Oct 19, 2022
Sam, Diane, a mostly lovable and funny bunch of regulars and occasional outsiders create an atmosphere in which nothing is more valued than quick wit, sincerity and eccentricity. Watching the show, you start to wish you were a regular there. [10 Nov 1982, p.80]
By Eric Mink FULL REVIEW
70
Oct 19, 2022
Assuming that viewers won't mind another barroom setting, with Archie Bunker's Place already on the scene and everybody preaching against drinking, writer-producers Les and Glen Charles are off to a good start. [30 Sep 1982, p.124]
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60
Oct 20, 2022
This is not the strongest comedy you could hope for, but it does have a number of positive values. [30 Sep 1982, p.48]
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10
Eaj6
Oct 8, 2019
This is another addictive sitcom! I has that nice heart-warming charm and that welcoming feel. The cast does an excellent job executing their roles and there are so many funny moments that all contribue to the shows uniquness.
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Jenni1930
Nov 24, 2022
Could not do it because of the main female characters! And yes both of them.
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    Initial Release Date: Sep 30, 1982
    Number of seasons: 11 Seasons
    Rating: TV-14
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    Awards

    Golden Globes, USA
    • 6 Wins & 31 Nominations
    Primetime Emmy Awards
    • 28 Wins & 119 Nominations
    ASCAP Film and Television Music Awards
    • 21 Wins & 21 Nominations

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