Night Court (1984–1992)

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An eccentric fun-loving judge presides over an urban night court and all the silliness going on there.

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1992 | 1991 | 1990 | 1989 | 1988 | 1987 | 1986 | 1985 | 1984
Nominated for 2 Golden Globes. Another 11 wins & 31 nominations. See more awards »

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 Judge Harry T. Stone (193 episodes, 1984-1992)
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 Dan Fielding (193 episodes, 1984-1992)
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 Nostradamus 'Bull' Shannon (193 episodes, 1984-1992)
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 Mac Robinson (182 episodes, 1984-1992)
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 Christine Sullivan (157 episodes, 1984-1992)
Marsha Warfield ...
 Rosalind 'Roz' Russell (136 episodes, 1986-1992)
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Judge Harold T. Stone presides over "Night Court", a court which deals with petty crimes which can be dealt with in a dime-a-dozen manner. Invariably, the cases appearing before the court are bizarre, but that's ok because Judge Stone is not your regular judge. He's assisted by a motley crew of clerks and District Attorneys who often create as much chaos as the criminals they bring in for trial. Written by Murray Chapman <muzzle@cs.uq.oz.au>

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'Night Court (1984)' became part of NBC's semi-legendary "Must See Thursday" which opened with 'The Cosby Show (1983)', followed by 'Family Ties (1984)' (and later 'A Different World (1988)') then 'Cheers (1984)' and then "Night Court". See more »

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[Mac walks in on Bull who is leaning over the rear end of a horse]
Bull Shannon: Hi, Mac; it's not what you think!
Mac Robinson: God, I hope not!
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A great spectacle in the history of sitcoms
22 July 2002 | by (Tucson, AZ) – See all my reviews

One of the best comedies of all time, this series will always have a special place in my heart. Not only was Harry Anderson and John Larroquette excellent in their roles along with back up characters like Richard Moll, Markie Post, Charles Robinson, Florence Halop, Marsha Warfield, and Mike Finneran. Often times great, with great guest performances by the likes of Dick Butkus and Mel Torme, this was one of those Golden Oldie sitcoms that should be considered one of the patron saints of the medium. Nowadays, most sitcoms die and fluster, but this one was excellent from the start. Hopefully, a special set with all of the episodes will be released someday, because I will most certainly get this set.


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