Good Times

Name: Good Times
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1974-02-08
Cast: Ja'net DuBois, Esther Rolle, Jimmie Walker, Ralph Carter, Bern Nadette Stanis

1974 | 6 seasons | 30 min | Comedy

Saturday Specialearly rating

Why it’s a Saturday Special

Critics rank it among the best shows ever made, despite a short run with a modest audience. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh.
The mood: Light and funny.
The pace: 6 seasons, but most episodes stand on their own, so you can dip in anywhere (about 30 minutes each).
What might put you off: Made in 1974: an older pace and style.

Good Times is an American sitcom that originally aired from February 8, 1974, until August 1, 1979, on the CBS television network. It was created by Eric Monte and Mike Evans, and developed by Norman Lear, the series' primary executive producer. Good Times is a spin-off of Maude, which is itself a spin-off of All in the Family along with The Jeffersons. The series is set in Chicago. The first two seasons were taped at CBS Television City in Hollywood. In the fall of 1975, the show moved to Metromedia Square, where Norman Lear's own production company was housed.

How it earned its rating

CriticsVery strong
Named among the best TV shows of all time by critics (on 5 all-time best lists)
AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 2 Golden Globes.
Reach & staying powerBelow par
Ran for 6 seasons and reached a small audience so far
Buzz & cultural impactSolid
Not enough engagement data yet