The Jamie Foxx Show (1996)
A charming WB sitcom following an aspiring actor's comedic journey through Hollywood life and family ties.
The Jamie Foxx Show - Series Information
- Original Title: The Jamie Foxx Show
- First Air Year: 1996
- Last Air Year: 2001
- Created by: Jamie Foxx
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Family
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 22 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 5
- Number of Episodes: 100
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: August 28, 1996 (United States - TV-PG), August 28, 1996 (India - U)
- Networks: The WB
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Television, Foxxhole Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America
The Jamie Foxx Show - Plot
Texas native Jamie King is an aspiring actor who heads to Hollywood in hopes to find fame and fortune in the entertainment industry. To support himself, he works at his Aunt Helen and Uncle Junior's Los Angeles hotel, the King's Towers.
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The Jamie Foxx Show - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Jamie Foxx
Main Cast
- Jamie Foxx
- Garrett Morris
- Ellia English
- Garcelle Beauvais
- Christopher B. Duncan
- Suli McCullough
- Alex Thomas
- Sherri Shepherd
- Rhona Bennett
- Susan Wood
Writers
- Michael Carrington
- Mara Brock Akil
- Edward C. Evans
- Sandy Frank
- Larry Wilmore
The Jamie Foxx Show - FAQs
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Is The Jamie Foxx Show based on a true story?
The Jamie Foxx Show is not based on a true story, though it draws loosely from Jamie Foxx's own experiences as a young entertainer trying to make it in Hollywood. The character Jamie King shares the creator's ambitions, but the storylines and supporting characters are entirely fictional.
Who are the main cast members of The Jamie Foxx Show?
The main cast includes Jamie Foxx as Jamie King, Garrett Morris as Uncle Junior, Ellia English as Aunt Helen, Garcelle Beauvais as Fancy Monroe, Christopher B. Duncan as Braxton, Suli McCullough as Mouse, Sherri Shepherd as Sheila, and Rhona Bennett as Nicole.
How many seasons does The Jamie Foxx Show have?
The Jamie Foxx Show ran for 5 seasons and a total of 100 episodes. Season 1 and 2 each contained 22 episodes, Season 3 had 20 episodes, Season 4 had 24 episodes, and Season 5 wrapped the series with 12 episodes, concluding in 2001.
What is The Jamie Foxx Show about?
The series follows Jamie King, a Texas-born aspiring actor who moves to Los Angeles chasing fame and fortune. To make ends meet, he works at his Aunt Helen and Uncle Junior's hotel, King's Towers, leading to comedic situations involving coworkers, tenants, and his Hollywood dreams.
When did The Jamie Foxx Show first air?
The Jamie Foxx Show premiered on August 28, 1996, on The WB network. The series ran for five seasons before concluding in 2001, making it one of the most successful sitcoms in The WB's early lineup and a defining comedy of the late 1990s.
Did The Jamie Foxx Show win any awards?
The Jamie Foxx Show earned recognition during its run, including NAACP Image Award nominations. Jamie Foxx himself received praise for his comedic performance, and the show was celebrated for its positive representation of Black family life and workplace comedy on mainstream network television.
What is the content rating for The Jamie Foxx Show?
The Jamie Foxx Show is rated TV-PG, making it appropriate for general family audiences. The rating reflects its clean, lighthearted humor centered on workplace comedy and family dynamics, with minimal content that parents might find unsuitable for younger viewers.
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