Too Close for Comfort
Series Overview
Too Close for Comfort is an American television sitcom which ran on the ABC network from November 11, 1980 until May 5, 1983, and in first-run syndication from April 7, 1984 until September 27, 1986. It was modeled after the British series Keep It in the Family, which premiered nine months before Too Close for Comfort debuted in the U.S. Its name was changed to The Ted Knight Show when the show was retooled for its final season.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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6 Seasons • 129 Episodes
24 min per episode
1980 – 1987
Premiered: Tue, Nov 11, 1980
Latest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 22: “Lisa Goes Lottery Loco”
Lisa is overjoyed when she wins $5 and becomes addicted to playing.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brian Cooke
George Yanok
Department Leadership Roster
George Yanok
Producer
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What is Too Close for Comfort about?
Too Close for Comfort is an American television sitcom which ran on the ABC network from November 11, 1980 until May 5, 1983, and in first-run syndication from April 7, 1984 until September 27, 1986. It was modeled after the British series Keep It in the Family, which premiered nine months before Too Close for Comfort debuted in the U.S. Its name was changed to The Ted Knight Show when the show was retooled for its final season.
How many seasons does Too Close for Comfort have?
Too Close for Comfort comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Too Close for Comfort?
Key cast members in Too Close for Comfort include Ted Knight, Nancy Dussault, Jim J. Bullock, Pat Carroll, Lisa Antille.
Who created or directed Too Close for Comfort?
Too Close for Comfort was developed and directed by Brian Cooke.