The Slap Maxwell Story (1987-1988)
EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy
Dabney Coleman as "Slap" Maxwell, an egocentric sportswriter for a newspaper called The Ledger, somewhere in the American Southwest. The Ledger is an old fashioned newspaper, and Slap is an old fashioned man, who composes his "Slap Shots" column on a typewriter. Despite the newly litigious environment of journalism, Slap insists on filling his column with rumor and innuendo, which draws lawsuits and frequently results in Slap's termination. After each termination, Slap makes groveling apologies and is rehired.
Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:30 (30 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S01E22 | Episode 22 | May 20, 1988 |
| S01E21 | Episode 21 | May 13, 1988 |
| S01E20 | Episode 20 | May 6, 1988 |
| S01E19 | Episode 19 | Mar 16, 1988 |
| S01E18 | Episode 18 | Mar 9, 1988 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
What is the premiere date of The Slap Maxwell Story?
The Slap Maxwell Story premiered on September 23, 1987.
Who portrays the character Slap Maxwell in the show?
Dabney Coleman portrays the character Slap Maxwell in the show.
What is the setting of The Slap Maxwell Story?
The show is set in the world of sports journalism in a fictional town called Elmville.
What is the occupation of Slap Maxwell in the show?
Slap Maxwell is a sports writer for the local newspaper.
Who is the creator of The Slap Maxwell Story?
The show was created by Jay Tarses.
Which network aired The Slap Maxwell Story?
The show was broadcast on ABC.
Was The Slap Maxwell Story critically acclaimed?
Yes, the show was critically acclaimed and considered one of the best sitcoms of its time.
Who directed the majority of the episodes of The Slap Maxwell Story?
Michael Lessac directed the majority of the episodes of the show.
What is the running time of each episode of The Slap Maxwell Story?
Each episode of the show is around 30 minutes long.
Who was the head writer for The Slap Maxwell Story?
Ken Levine was the head writer for the show.
What is the format of The Slap Maxwell Story?
The show is a sitcom that uses a single-camera format.
Who was the executive producer of The Slap Maxwell Story?
The show was executive produced by James L. Brooks.
Was The Slap Maxwell Story based on a book or a movie?
No, the show was an original creation and was not based on a book or movie.
Who portrayed the character of Slap's wife Judy?
Megan Gallagher portrayed the character of Slap's wife Judy.
What is the nickname of the newspaper that Slap writes for in the show?
The nickname of the newspaper is The Dispatch.
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