Why Julia Louis-Dreyfus's 'The New Adventures of Old Christine' Remains an Overlooked Sitcom
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Michael Boyle
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This article examines Julia Louis-Dreyfus's often-overlooked sitcom "The New Adventures of Old Christine," which aired for five seasons on CBS between her iconic roles on Seinfeld and Veep. The piece argues that despite winning an Emmy and being a solid traditional sitcom, Old Christine has been largely forgotten in discussions of great TV comedies. It explores why the show doesn't get the same recognition as Louis-Dreyfus's other work, touching on its conventional multi-camera format, network TV constraints, and the shadow cast by her more groundbreaking shows.
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TVLineWhy Julia Louis-Dreyfus's 'The New Adventures of Old Christine' Remains an Overlooked Sitcomtvline.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledJulia Louis-Dreyfus starred in two of the best sitcoms ever made, but, in-between...
The New Adventures of Old Christine, a five season CBS sitcom that earned her an Emmy.
Between Seinfeld And Veep, Julia Louis-Dreyfus Starred In A Hit Sitcom Nobody Talks About Anymore
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