Alice
“Kiss my grits!”
Series Overview
Alice is an American sitcom television series that ran from August 31, 1976 to March 19, 1985 on CBS. The series is based on the 1974 film Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore. The show stars Linda Lavin in the title role, a widow who moves with her young son to start her life over again, and finds a job working at a roadside diner on the outskirts of Phoenix, Arizona. Most of the episodes revolve around events at Mel's Diner.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
9 Seasons • 202 Episodes
1976 – 1985
Premiered: Tue, Aug 31, 1976
Latest Aired Episode
Season 9, Episode 16: “Th-th-th-that's All, Folks”
On the final day at the diner, Mel closes the blinds and gives away the cow creamers as the gang reminisces about the last nine years.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Alice (Theme Song)
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2014-12-20
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Getchell
Harvey Bullock, David Susskind, Bob Carroll Jr., Madelyn Pugh
Department Leadership Roster
Harvey Bullock
Producer
David Susskind
Producer
Bob Carroll Jr.
Producer
Madelyn Pugh
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alice
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What is Alice about?
Alice is an American sitcom television series that ran from August 31, 1976 to March 19, 1985 on CBS. The series is based on the 1974 film Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore. The show stars Linda Lavin in the title role, a widow who moves with her young son to start her life over again, and finds a job working at a roadside diner on the outskirts of Phoenix, Arizona. Most of the episodes revolve around events at Mel's Diner.
How many seasons does Alice have?
Alice comprises 9 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Alice?
Key cast members in Alice include Linda Lavin, Philip McKeon, Vic Tayback, Beth Howland, Celia Weston.
Who created or directed Alice?
Alice was developed and directed by Robert Getchell.