About Cheers

"Cheers" is an American sitcom that originally ran on NBC from September 30, 1982, to May 20, 1993, with a total of 275 half-hour episodes across eleven seasons. Set in a bar "Cheers" in Boston, the show revolves around a group of locals, who meet to drink, relax, and socialize. The series showcases hilarious antics, friendly quarrels, and romance taking place within the confines of the bar.

Making/Production

The show was produced by Charles/Burrows/Charles Productions in association with Paramount Network Television, and was created by the team of James Burrows, Glen Charles, and Les Charles. The show was set in Boston because the creators believed it to be a city that was "rich in history, tradition, and sports success".

Actors

• Ted Danson as Sam Malone: He played the role of a former baseball player turned bar owner with aplomb, deftly balancing his comedic timing with a certain vulnerability.
• Shelley Long as Diane Chambers: Diane is an academic who ends up barmaid at the "Cheers". Long played Diane with a certain quirky charm that was loved by the viewers.
• Rhea Perlman as Carla Tortelli: Perlman managed to make Carla, a tough-talking, cynical waitress a lovable character through her stellar performance.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show initially failed to make a dent in the ratings, however, NBC had faith in the series and it eventually became one of the most popular sitcoms in television history.
• The theme song for "Cheers", titled "Where Everybody Knows Your Name", became a key aspect of the show's popularity.

Awards

Throughout its run, Cheers received numerous awards, including an impressive 28 Primetime Emmy Awards and four Golden Globe Awards. Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman, and Kirstie Alley all won individual awards for their work on the show.

Quotes

• "It's a dog eat dog world, and I'm wearing Milk Bone underwear." - Norm Peterson
• "I can't do it. I can't hold my tongue. She's going to know that I dislike her as much as you do." - Diane Chambers

• The series theme song "Where Everybody Knows Your Name" was written by Gary Portnoy and Judy Hart Angelo, and is one of the most recognizable TV theme songs.
• Most episodes also featured a background score to enhance the comedic scenes. However, no official soundtrack album was ever released.