One in a Million
Series Overview
One In A Million is an American television sitcom that aired on ABC for one season in 1980. The show was developed as a starring vehicle for comedienne Shirley Hemphill after the success of What's Happening!! in which she played a supporting role. The show was not a success and was cancelled after just 13 episodes. The series was broadcast on Saturdays at 8 p.m Eastern time. The series centers around Shirley Simmons, a sharp-tongued taxicab driver who inherits controlling interest in the multimillion dollar conglomerate Grayson Enterprises at the death of its founder, Jonathan Grayson, one of Shirley's regular fares. Gleefully assuming her position as CEO, she declares war on 'pompous stuffed shirts', especially company vice president Roland Cushing. She finds an ally in Nancy, Grayson's secretary. The series was set in New York City. The cast included several well-known character actors including Richard Paul as Mr. Grayson's nephew and Carl Ballantine as the owner of Shirely's favorite deli.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 13 Episodes
30 min per episode
1980 – 1980
Premiered: Tue, Jan 8, 1980
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 13: “Italian Connection”
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan W. Livingston
Bud Yorkin, Bernie Orenstein
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Bud Yorkin
Producer
Bernie Orenstein
Producer
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What is One in a Million about?
One In A Million is an American television sitcom that aired on ABC for one season in 1980. The show was developed as a starring vehicle for comedienne Shirley Hemphill after the success of What's Happening!! in which she played a supporting role. The show was not a success and was cancelled after just 13 episodes. The series was broadcast on Saturdays at 8 p.m Eastern time. The series centers around Shirley Simmons, a sharp-tongued taxicab driver who inherits controlling interest in the multimillion dollar conglomerate Grayson Enterprises at the death of its founder, Jonathan Grayson, one of Shirley's regular fares. Gleefully assuming her position as CEO, she declares war on 'pompous stuffed shirts', especially company vice president Roland Cushing. She finds an ally in Nancy, Grayson's secretary. The series was set in New York City. The cast included several well-known character actors including Richard Paul as Mr. Grayson's nephew and Carl Ballantine as the owner of Shirely's favorite deli.
How many seasons does One in a Million have?
One in a Million comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in One in a Million?
Key cast members in One in a Million include Shirley Hemphill, Richard Paul, Carl Ballantine, Ralph Wilcox, Keene Curtis.
Who created or directed One in a Million?
One in a Million was developed and directed by Alan W. Livingston.