Getting By

Getting By (1993-1994)

EndedScripted showComedy

Getting By is an American sitcom that aired on ABC from March 5, 1993 until May 21, 1993, and on NBC from September 21, 1993 until June 18, 1994. The series was created by William Bickley and Michael Warren, who also served as executive producers with Thomas L. Miller and Robert L. Boyett. The final Miller-Boyett series to begin its run under parent studio Lorimar Television, Getting By was folded into Warner Bros. Television for its second season, following Warner Bros.' absorption of Lorimar.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E19My Brilliant Careerjuin 18, 1994
S02E18Just Say Nojuin 11, 1994
S02E17Teacher's Pestjuin 4, 1994
S02E16Three Days of the Condomai 28, 1994
S02E15The Rich Guyfévr. 12, 1994
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Getting By' premiere?

'Getting By' premiered on March 5, 1993.

Who were the main characters in 'Getting By'?

'Getting By' starred Cindy Williams as Dolores Dixon and Telma Hopkins as her sister, Marlene Dixon.

What was the basic premise of 'Getting By'?

'Getting By' followed the lives of sisters Dolores and Marlene Dixon as they struggled to make ends meet and raise their families in Chicago.

Who played Nikki, the rebellious daughter of Dolores in 'Getting By'?

Ashley Bank played Nikki, the rebellious daughter of Dolores in 'Getting By'.

Who played Deion, the son of Marlene in 'Getting By'?

Merlin Santana played Deion, the son of Marlene in 'Getting By'.

Who played the love interest of Nikki in 'Getting By'?

Omar Gooding played T. J., the love interest of Nikki in 'Getting By'.

Who played the role of Dolores' ex-husband in 'Getting By'?

Terrence Dashon Howard played Dolores' ex-husband in 'Getting By'.

Where did Marlene work in 'Getting By'?

Marlene worked as a nurse in 'Getting By'.

Who played the role of Dolores' old friend in 'Getting By'?

Roz Ryan played the role of Dolores' old friend in 'Getting By'.

Who played the role of Tasha, a popular girl in school, in 'Getting By'?

Maia Campbell played the role of Tasha, a popular girl in school, in 'Getting By'.

Who played the role of Dolores' neighbor in 'Getting By'?

Lee Weaver played the role of Dolores' neighbor in 'Getting By'.

Which actress played the role of Claudia in 'Getting By'?

Mercedes Kastner played the role of Claudia in 'Getting By'.

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