The Larry Sanders Show
“Bitterly, brutally, blatantly hilarious.”
Series Overview
Comic Garry Shandling draws upon his own talk show experiences to create the character of Larry Sanders, a paranoid, insecure host of a late night talk show. Larry, along with his obsequious TV sidekick Hank Kingsley and his fiercely protective producer Artie, allows Garry Shandling and his talented writers to look behind the scenes and to show us a convincing slice of behind the camera life.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
6 Seasons • 90 Episodes
30 min per episode
1992 – 1998
Premiered: Sat, Aug 15, 1992
Garry ShandlingLatest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 12: “Flip (2)”
Part 2 of the final ever show. Larry is in hot water with Carol Burnet when he tells her she was the first person he chose to be on his final show. This doesn't appear to be the case as Ellen confirms. Bruno Kirby is bumped again. Clint Black sings goodbye to Larry.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Garry Shandling, Dennis Klein
John Markus, Victor Levin, Maya Forbes, Rosie Shuster
John Markus, Peter Huyck, Adam Resnick, Earl Pomerantz, Jeff Cesario
Department Leadership Roster
John Markus
Writer
Victor Levin
Writer
John Markus
Producer
Peter Huyck
Producer
Adam Resnick
Producer
Earl Pomerantz
Producer
Jeff Cesario
Producer
John Ziffren
Producer
Judd Apatow
Producer
Michael Fitzsimmons
Producer
Craig Zisk
Producer
Maya Forbes
Producer
Paul Simms
Producer
Carol Leifer
Producer
Steven Levitan
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
18+ Restricted to Adults.
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Larry Sanders Show
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What is The Larry Sanders Show about?
Comic Garry Shandling draws upon his own talk show experiences to create the character of Larry Sanders, a paranoid, insecure host of a late night talk show. Larry, along with his obsequious TV sidekick Hank Kingsley and his fiercely protective producer Artie, allows Garry Shandling and his talented writers to look behind the scenes and to show us a convincing slice of behind the camera life.
How many seasons does The Larry Sanders Show have?
The Larry Sanders Show comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Larry Sanders Show?
Key cast members in The Larry Sanders Show include Garry Shandling, Jeffrey Tambor, Wallace Langham, Rip Torn, Penny Johnson Jerald.
Who created or directed The Larry Sanders Show?
The Larry Sanders Show was developed and directed by Garry Shandling, Dennis Klein.