The Tortellis
Series Overview
The Tortellis is an American sitcom that aired from January to May 1987 on NBC. A spin-off of the hit series Cheers, The Tortellis stars Dan Hedaya and Jean Kasem. Nick Tortelli, the loutish ex-husband of Cheers waitress Carla Tortelli, moves to Las Vegas to try and reconcile with his bimbo second wife Loretta, who now lives with her more sensible, divorced sister Charlotte and nephew Mark.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 13 Episodes
25 min per episode
1987 – 1987
Premiered: Thu, Jan 22, 1987
James BurrowsLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 13: “His Girl Friday”
It is Friday & Nick wants to just stay home, but, Loretta wants to go out. They have a huge fight and Nick loses.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Estin, James Burrows
Glen Charles, Les Charles, James Burrows
Department Leadership Roster
Glen Charles
Producer
Les Charles
Producer
James Burrows
Producer
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What is The Tortellis about?
The Tortellis is an American sitcom that aired from January to May 1987 on NBC. A spin-off of the hit series Cheers, The Tortellis stars Dan Hedaya and Jean Kasem. Nick Tortelli, the loutish ex-husband of Cheers waitress Carla Tortelli, moves to Las Vegas to try and reconcile with his bimbo second wife Loretta, who now lives with her more sensible, divorced sister Charlotte and nephew Mark.
How many seasons does The Tortellis have?
The Tortellis comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Tortellis?
Key cast members in The Tortellis include Dan Hedaya, Jean Kasem, Timothy Williams, Carlene Watkins, Aaron Moffett.
Who created or directed The Tortellis?
The Tortellis was developed and directed by Ken Estin, James Burrows.