Night Court: The Complete Series
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A Classic Sitcom Revisited
"Night Court" is an American television sitcom that originally aired on NBC for nine seasons and 193 episodes, from January 4, 1984, to May 31, 1992 [en.wikipedia.org]. Set in the night shift of a Manhattan Criminal Court, the show follows the antics of a young, unorthodox judge, Harold "Harry" T. Stone, portrayed by Harry Anderson [en.wikipedia.org]. The series was created by comedy writer Reinhold Weege, who had previously worked on "Barney Miller" in the 1970s and early 1980s [en.wikipedia.org].
Cast and Characters
The main cast of the original "Night Court" series included Harry Anderson as Judge Harold "Harry" T. Stone, John Larroquette as Prosecutor Dan Fielding, Markie Post as Public Defender Christine Sullivan, Richard Moll as Bailiff Nostradamus "Bull" Shannon, and Charles Robinson as Court Clerk Mac Robinson [en.wikipedia.org, ew.com]. The show underwent several cast changes throughout its run, with some characters leaving and new ones being introduced [bleedingcool.com].
Revival
In 2023, NBC revived "Night Court" with a new cast and storyline [en.wikipedia.org]. The revival follows Judge Abby Stone, played by Melissa Rauch, as she presides over the night shift of a Manhattan arraignment court [imdb.com]. John Larroquette reprises his role as Dan Fielding in the new series, bridging the gap between the original and revival series [goldderby.com]. The new "Night Court" has received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised Melissa Rauch's performance [rottentomatoes.com]. In February 2023, the series was renewed for a second season [en.wikipedia.org].
Legacy
"Night Court" is remembered for its unique setting within the criminal justice system and its quirky, memorable characters [bleedingcool.com]. The show's ensemble cast and comedic situations made it a fan favorite during its original run [ew.com]. The revival aims to capture the spirit of the original series while introducing new characters and storylines for a contemporary audience [joblo.com].
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