Frank's Place (1987-1988)
EndedScripted showComedy
Set in New Orleans, Frank's Place chronicles the life of Frank Parrish, a well-to-do African-American professor at Brown University, an Ivy League university in Providence, Rhode Island, who inherits a restaurant, Chez Louisiane.
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Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S01E22 | The King of Wall Street | Mar 22, 1988 |
| S01E21 | The Recruiting Game | Mar 15, 1988 |
| S01E20 | Cultural Exchange | Mar 7, 1988 |
| S01E19 | Frank's Placeâ€"The Movie | Feb 22, 1988 |
| S01E18 | Shorty's Belle | Feb 15, 1988 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When was the premiere of Frank's Place?
Frank's Place premiered on September 14, 1987.
Who created Frank's Place?
Frank's Place was created by Hugh Wilson.
Who played the lead role of Frank Parrish in Frank's Place?
Tim Reid played the lead role of Frank Parrish in Frank's Place.
What was the show Frank's Place about?
Frank's Place was a comedy-drama series that followed the story of Frank Parrish, a professor who inherits his father's New Orleans restaurant.
Who played the role of Emeril Lagasse's character in Frank's Place?
Emeril Lagasse played the role of himself in Frank's Place.
What was the name of the restaurant that Frank inherited in Frank's Place?
The restaurant that Frank inherited in Frank's Place was called Chez Louisiane.
Which famous actor appeared on an episode of Frank's Place?
Danny Glover appeared on an episode of Frank's Place.
How many episodes of Frank's Place were produced?
There were 22 episodes of Frank's Place produced.
Was Frank's Place a critical success?
Yes, Frank's Place was a critical success and was highly praised for its portrayal of African American culture.
Did Frank's Place win any awards?
Yes, Frank's Place won a Peabody Award in 1988.
Was Frank's Place filmed in New Orleans?
Yes, Frank's Place was filmed on location in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Who composed the theme song for Frank's Place?
Wynton Marsalis composed the theme song for Frank's Place.
Did Frank's Place have a laugh track?
No, Frank's Place did not have a laugh track.
What network aired Frank's Place?
Frank's Place aired on CBS.
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