Evening Shade

Evening Shade (1990-1994)

EndedScripted showComedy, Family

Wood Newton is a retired pro American Football player who has returned to his childhood home - the small town of Evening Shade, Arkansas. He's now the coach of the local high school Football team, which brings him closer to the other residents of the town.

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Scheduleevery Monday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E26I Left My Ring in Evening ShadeMay 23, 1994
S04E25The Odder CoupleMay 16, 1994
S04E24Mama Knows BestMay 9, 1994
S04E23Wood Climbs to New HeightsApr 11, 1994
S04E22Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wood?Mar 28, 1994
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Evening Shade premiere?

Evening Shade premiered on September 21, 1990.

Who directed the first episode of Evening Shade?

Linda Day directed the first episode of Evening Shade.

Who played the role of Wood Newton in Evening Shade?

Burt Reynolds played the role of Wood Newton in Evening Shade.

What is the name of the high school that Wood Newton used to attend in Evening Shade?

The name of the high school that Wood Newton used to attend in Evening Shade was Evening Shade High.

Who played the role of Ava Evans Newton in Evening Shade?

Marilu Henner played the role of Ava Evans Newton in Evening Shade.

What was the profession of Ava Newton in Evening Shade?

Ava Newton was a former singer and a current owner of a beauty shop in Evening Shade.

What was the name of Wood and Ava's son in Evening Shade?

The name of Wood and Ava's son in Evening Shade was Taylor Newton.

Who played the role of Herman Stiles in Evening Shade?

Michael Jeter played the role of Herman Stiles in Evening Shade.

Which football position did Harlan Elldridge play in Evening Shade?

Harlan Elldridge played as a quarterback in Evening Shade.

What is the name of Harlan's father who was a coach in Evening Shade?

The name of Harlan's father who was a coach in Evening Shade was Carl Elldridge.

Who played the role of Ponder Blue in Evening Shade?

Charles Durning played the role of Ponder Blue in Evening Shade.

Who played the role of Fontana Beausoleil in Evening Shade?

Elizabeth Ashley played the role of Fontana Beausoleil in Evening Shade.

What was the profession of Fontana Beausoleil in Evening Shade?

Fontana Beausoleil was a wealthy socialite in Evening Shade.

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