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  • 1993
  • TV-14
  • CBS
  • 1993
  • TV-14
  • CBS
Dave's World

Summary Dave's World is based on Pulitzer Prize-winning humorist Dave Barry's syndicated columns. Dave is a child of the '60s trying to survive in the '90s, confronting the absurdities of life - as husband, father and semi-responsible citizen. He muddles through with the help of his wife, Beth, who's weary of being the responsible one; sons Tomm...

Created By: Fred Barron

  • 1993
  • TV-14
  • CBS
  • 1993
  • TV-14
  • CBS

Dave's World

Season 1 Premiere: Sep 20, 1993
Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 15 Critic Reviews
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Summary Dave's World is based on Pulitzer Prize-winning humorist Dave Barry's syndicated columns. Dave is a child of the '60s trying to survive in the '90s, confronting the absurdities of life - as husband, father and semi-responsible citizen. He muddles through with the help of his wife, Beth, who's weary of being the responsible one; sons Tomm...

Created By: Fred Barron

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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 15 Critic Reviews
64
47% Positive
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7% Negative
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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 15 Critic Reviews
64
47% Positive
7 Reviews
47% Mixed
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7% Negative
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Jun 26, 2013
The concept seems to be an easy one to exhaust. But if the writing manages to stay fresh, we could be looking at the '90s version of The Bob Newhart Show.
By David Hiltbrand FULL REVIEW
75
Jun 11, 2014
Dave's World is shrewdly observant. It's a success by more than a few nose hairs. [20 Sept 1993, p.6]
By Hal Boedeker FULL REVIEW
70
Jun 11, 2014
Even though his relentless boyishness and flight from adult reality at times wears thin, Dave is a comfortable character, as well as being a nice fit for Anderson, who performs here with confidence and ease.
By Howard Rosenberg FULL REVIEW
60
Jun 11, 2014
The difference between a Dave Barry column and Dave's World is roughly that between a backyard cookout and drive-through fast-food...Both go down all right, but one's more savory. [20 Sept 1993, p.3D]
By Matt Roush FULL REVIEW
60
Jun 11, 2014
Don't expect Dave's World to be as funny as the Dave Barry newspapercolumns that the series is supposedly based upon, but there are enough chuckles and a solid cast, led by former "Court" jester Harry Anderson, to keep this one going.[20 Sept 1993]
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50
Jun 11, 2014
Anderson, a charming performer with a naturally dry wit, portrays the daydreaming, guitar-strumming Dave as well as he can be played. [20 Sept 1993, p.29]
By Lon Grahnke FULL REVIEW
30
Jun 11, 2014
The video equivalent of a cold fusion experiment. At first the results seem promising but prolonged scrutiny reveals deep flaws...In trying to turn Barry's written P.O.V. into the filling of a weekly sitcom, the humor undergoes a transformation that makes it disappear. From page to screen it can't be seen. [20 Sept 1993]
By Miles Beller FULL REVIEW

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Production Company:
  • The Producers Entertainment Group Ltd.
  • Axelrod-Widdoes Productions
  • CBS Productions
  • Kitten in the Oven Productions
  • Verbatim Productions
Initial Release Date: Sep 20, 1993
Number of seasons: 4 Seasons
Rating: TV-14
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Awards

Young Artist Awards
• 6 Nominations
Primetime Emmy Awards
• 1 Nomination

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