My Sister Sam

My Sister Sam (1986-1988)

EndedScripted showComedy

Samantha "Sam" Russell is a photographer living alone in San Fransisco, whose life gets turned upside down when her younger sister moves in with her.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E10Life, Death, and Admiral Andyavr. 12, 1988
S02E09Ol' Green Eyes Is Backmars 29, 1988
S02E08Play It Again, Sammars 22, 1988
S02E07Revenge of the Russell Sistersmars 15, 1988
S02E06Drive, She Saidnov. 7, 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'My Sister Sam' premiere?

'My Sister Sam' premiered on October 6, 1986.

Who were the main cast members of 'My Sister Sam'?

The main cast members of 'My Sister Sam' were Pam Dawber as Samantha "Sam" Russell, Rebecca Schaeffer as Patti Russell, Joel Brooks as Simon Bolt, and David Naughton as Jack Kincaid.

What was the premise of 'My Sister Sam'?

'My Sister Sam' followed the lives of Samantha Russell, a photographer, and her younger sister Patti, as they navigated their careers, relationships, and the ups and downs of everyday life in San Francisco.

Who created 'My Sister Sam'?

'My Sister Sam' was created by Stephen Fischer.

What was the genre of 'My Sister Sam'?

'My Sister Sam' was a sitcom.

Where was 'My Sister Sam' set?

'My Sister Sam' was set in San Francisco, California.

What was the duration of each episode of 'My Sister Sam'?

Each episode of 'My Sister Sam' had a duration of approximately 30 minutes.

Who composed the theme music for 'My Sister Sam'?

The theme music for 'My Sister Sam' was composed by Gary Portnoy.

What was the production company behind 'My Sister Sam'?

'My Sister Sam' was produced by Warner Bros. Television.

Who directed the majority of the episodes of 'My Sister Sam'?

Joel Zwick directed the majority of the episodes of 'My Sister Sam'.

Did 'My Sister Sam' win any awards?

Yes, 'My Sister Sam' won the Young Artist Award for Best Supporting Young Actress in a Television Series in 1989, which was awarded to Rebecca Schaeffer.

How many episodes were produced for 'My Sister Sam'?

A total of 44 episodes were produced for 'My Sister Sam'.

Did 'My Sister Sam' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'My Sister Sam' featured guest appearances from actors like John Ratzenberger, Anne Ramsay, and Tony Dow.

Was 'My Sister Sam' critically acclaimed?

'My Sister Sam' received mixed reviews from critics.

What was the timeslot for 'My Sister Sam'?

'My Sister Sam' initially aired on Mondays at 8:30 PM.

Did 'My Sister Sam' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'My Sister Sam' featured a laugh track.

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