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Release Date:
29 September 1986 (USA)
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Plot:
Outspoken feminist Julia Sugarbaker runs a design firm out of her Atlanta home, along with her shallow ex-beauty queen sister...
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Awards:
Nominated for 2 Golden Globes.
Another 14 wins
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23 nominations
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User Comments:
A witty and wonderful show
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| David Trainer | | (63 episodes, 1987-1991) |
| David Steinberg | | (37 episodes, 1987-1993) |
| Harry Thomason | | (19 episodes, 1987-1991) |
| Jack Shea | | (14 episodes, 1986-1988) |
| Iris Dugow | | (5 episodes, 1989-1991) |
| Barnet Kellman | | (4 episodes, 1987) |
| Hal Holbrook | | (4 episodes, 1988-1990) |
| Matthew Diamond | | (3 episodes, 1987-1988) |
| Dwayne Hickman | | (3 episodes, 1989-1990) |
| Ellen Falcon | | (2 episodes, 1986-1990) |
| Charles Frank | | (2 episodes, 1991-1992) |
| Roberta Sherry Scelza | | (2 episodes, 1991-1992) |
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| Linda Bloodworth-Thomason | | (73 episodes, 1986-1992) |
| Pamela Norris | | (27 episodes, 1989-1991) |
| Mark Alton Brown | | (18 episodes, 1990-1993) |
| Dee LaDuke | | (18 episodes, 1990-1993) |
| Cassandra Clark | | (7 episodes, 1989-1991) |
| Debbie Pearl | | (7 episodes, 1989-1991) |
| Paul Clay | | (5 episodes, 1990-1992) |
| Thom Bray | | (5 episodes, 1990-1991) |
| Michael A. Ross | | (5 episodes, 1990-1991) |
| Robert Horn | | (5 episodes, 1992-1993) |
| Daniel Margosis | | (5 episodes, 1992-1993) |
| Norma Safford Vela | | (5 episodes, 1992) |
| Emily Levine | | (4 episodes, 1993) |
| Emily Marshall | | (2 episodes, 1986) |
| Trish Vrandenburg | | (2 episodes, 1987) |
| Cathryn Michon | | (2 episodes, 1991-1993) |
| David Steinberg | | (2 episodes, 1993) |
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| Bill Kenny | | (unknown episodes) |
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| Judy Crown | .... | key hair stylist (unknown episodes, 1986-1993) |
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Additional Details
Runtime:
30 min | Germany:25 min (164 episodes)
Aspect Ratio:
1.33 : 1
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Fun Stuff
Trivia:
As with many shows, the pilot features a set that's different from that of the one used once the show is picked up by the network; in this case, there is a stepped entryway beyond the front door, Julia's desk is located front-and-center of the set, and much of the furniture is completely different. Sharp-eyed viewers will also note the dark and grainy quality of the pilot, which is in contrast to the bright, warm, crisp look of the remaining episodes. Dedicated viewers will also note that not only is Suzanne's relationship with Ted, Mary Jo's ex-husband, almost NEVER referred to again after the initial episode, but that Julia alludes to Suzanne's "many" marriages, though in later shows, it's clearly stated Suzanne has only been married three times.
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Quotes:
Julia:
[
when a flight attendant refuses to tell her the age of the plane they're flying in] What exactly are they supposed to do, wait for a wing to fall off and count the rings?
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Soundtrack:
Georgia on My Mind
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This show had a lot of wit and humor. It was such a greatly written show about issues that were (and still are) important. They were brought to light for others to learn and understand.
Additionally, the comedy was hilarious. I found the women to be fantastic characters and the actresses did such wonderful jobs. I loved the speeches Julia fired upon people, the useless stories Charlene recalled, the wit that Mary Jo displayed, and the way that Suzanne was ignorant and it was done in such a humorous and revealing way. I just think this show was ingenious!