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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewGitlin spent a lot of time tracking down vintage comedies online and on DVD, and established a set of criteria for inclusion, among them the show's impact, how long it originally ran, ratings, awards, how funny a show was and whether it is still respected. * Maine Sunday Telegram *
The top 70 situation comedies (sitcoms) are ranked and described in Martin Gitlin’s The Greatest Sitcoms of All Time. Shows such as I Love Lucy, Arrested Development, Leave It to Beaver, 30 Rock, and M*A*S*H are included. Rankings are based on ratings, awards, impact, humor, legacy, and longevity, and each entry includes such information as cast members and character list, a black-and-white cast photograph, network and airing dates, ratings, an overview of the series and outstanding episodes, awards, sample dialogue, and fun facts. Appendixes list Emmy award-winners, top 10 sitcoms from each decade (1950s-2000s), the top male and female funniest sitcom characters of all time, and the 10 best sitcom spin-offs. An alphabetic index is also included. Students, scholars, and television fans will find this title of interest. * American Reference Books Annual *
