The Tortellis (1987– )

Short-lived spin-off series from Cheers centering on Carla's ex-husband and his family.

Creators:

James Burrows, Glen Charles, Les Charles, Ken Estin

Stars:

Dan Hedaya, Jean Kasem, Timothy Williams

Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Dan Hedaya	...	Nick Tortelli (13 episodes, 1987)
Jean Kasem	...	Loretta Tortelli (13 episodes, 1987)
Timothy Williams	...	Anthony Tortelli (13 episodes, 1987)
Amanda Ingber	...	Annie Tortelli (13 episodes, 1987)
Aaron Moffatt	...	Mark Cooper (13 episodes, 1987)
Carlene Watkins	...	Charlotte Cooper (13 episodes, 1987)

Storyline

Short lived spin-off series showcasing Carla's ex-husband, Nick, and his exploits in his business and family life, newly complicated by his sister-in-law's moving into his home.

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Genres:

Comedy

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

22 January 1987 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Paramount Studios - 5555 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Charles/Burrows/Charles Productions, Paramount Television

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min 30 min (13 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Spun-off from Cheers (1982)

User Reviews

Very funny

I agree with the first reviewer, this show was very funny with a cast that really could deliver the well-written scripts. It's a shame that the series was so short-lived .. so much so that I have found no trace of it anywhere (reruns, video, the Hollywood answer guys, ebay!). When I count all of the unfunny 'comedies' on the tube, it is still refreshing when something actually good makes it.