Will & Grace (1998)
The groundbreaking NBC sitcom that made America laugh — and think — about friendship, identity, and life in New York City.
Will & Grace - Series Information
- Original Title: Will & Grace
- First Air Year: 1998
- Last Air Year: 2006
- Created by: David Kohan, Max Mutchnick
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (22 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 8
- Number of Episodes: 194
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 21, 1998 (United States - TV-14), September 21, 1998 (Canada - PG), September 21, 1998 (Germany - 16), September 21, 1998 (France - 12), September 21, 1998 (Australia - PG), September 21, 1998 (Brazil - 14), September 21, 1998 (Spain - 13)
- Networks: NBC
- Production Companies: NBC Studios, KoMut Entertainment, 3 Sisters Entertainment, Universal Television
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: Will and Grace (US), Will und Grace (DE)
Will & Grace - Plot
Will Truman and Grace Adler are best friends living in New York, and when Grace's engagement falls apart, she moves in with Will. Together, along with their friends, they go through the trials of dating, sex, relationships and their careers, butting heads at times but ultimately supporting one another while exchanging plenty of witty banter along the way.
Will & Grace - Trailer
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Will & Grace - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- David Kohan
- Max Mutchnick
Main Cast
- Eric McCormack
- Debra Messing
- Sean Hayes
- Megan Mullally
- Shelley Morrison
- Harry Connick Jr.
- Leigh-Allyn Baker
- Tom Gallop
- Bobby Cannavale
- Tim Bagley
Writers
- Tracy Poust
- Jon Kinnally
- Max Mutchnick
- Alex Herschlag
- David Kohan
Executive Producers
- Bill Wrubel
- Max Mutchnick
- James Burrows
- Jeff Greenstein
- David Kohan
Will & Grace - FAQs
Where can you stream Will & Grace?
Will & Grace is available to stream on Hulu with a subscription. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
Did Will & Grace get a revival after ending?
Yes. After the original run concluded in 2006, Will & Grace was revived by NBC in 2017. The revival ran for three additional seasons, ending in 2020, reuniting the original cast for a total of 52 new episodes.
What is Will & Grace about?
Will & Grace follows best friends Will Truman, a gay lawyer, and Grace Adler, a straight interior designer, sharing an apartment in New York City. Together with flamboyant Jack and sharp-tongued socialite Karen, they navigate love, careers, and friendship with sharp wit.
Who are the main actors in Will & Grace?
The principal cast includes Eric McCormack as Will Truman, Debra Messing as Grace Adler, Sean Hayes as Jack McFarland, and Megan Mullally as Karen Walker. Supporting players include Shelley Morrison, Harry Connick Jr., Bobby Cannavale, and Tim Bagley.
How many seasons does Will & Grace have?
The original Will & Grace ran for 8 seasons and 194 episodes on NBC, from 1998 to 2006. A revival series launched in 2017 added three more seasons, bringing the franchise's total to 11 seasons across both runs.
Did Will & Grace win any major awards?
Will & Grace was a major awards contender throughout its run. The series won multiple Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series. Eric McCormack, Debra Messing, Sean Hayes, and Megan Mullally each earned Emmy wins for their performances.
What content rating does Will & Grace carry?
Will & Grace holds a TV-PG rating in the United States, indicating content suitable for general audiences with parental guidance suggested for younger viewers. Some episodes carry TV-14 ratings in certain regional broadcast contexts due to mature comedic themes.
Who created Will & Grace?
Will & Grace was created by David Kohan and Max Mutchnick, who drew on personal experiences to craft the series. The show was directed primarily by veteran sitcom director James Burrows, whose comedic sensibility helped define its distinctive tone and rhythm.
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