Top of the Heap

Top of the Heap (1991)

EndedScripted showComedy

Top of the Heap was the first spin-off from FOX's most successful program Married... with Children. It chronicled the escapades of a father who is trying to get his son hooked up with a rich broad. One of the things working against him is the fact that his son is on the same intelligence level as Kelly Bundy. Vinnie falls into a job at Rolling Hills country club, where he becomes very popular with ladies; however, most of them are old and married. And as with any spin-off series, characters from the parent series would often make an appearance to start the show off on a higher ratings note, which in this series didn't help. Not one to give in, Ron Leavitt, co-creator of Married... with Children has brought Vinnie's character back in the spring of '92 with a series called Vinnie & Bobby; this series is chronicled in another entry.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07Mona by MoonlightMay 19, 1991
S01E06The Marrying GuyMay 12, 1991
S01E05The Last Temptation of CharlieMay 5, 1991
S01E04Stocks and BondagesApr 28, 1991
S01E03Behind the Eight BallApr 21, 1991
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Top of the Heap' premiere?

'Top of the Heap' premiered on April 7, 1991.

Who were the main characters in 'Top of the Heap'?

The main characters in 'Top of the Heap' were Vinnie Verducci, Mona Mullins, and Charlie Verducci.

What was the premise of 'Top of the Heap'?

'Top of the Heap' followed the lives of Vinnie Verducci, a struggling actor, and his father Charlie, as they navigate their way through various comedic situations.

What was the relationship between Vinnie Verducci and Mona Mullins in the show?

Vinnie Verducci and Mona Mullins were in a romantic relationship in 'Top of the Heap'.

Who played the role of Vinnie Verducci in 'Top of the Heap'?

Matt LeBlanc played the role of Vinnie Verducci in 'Top of the Heap'.

Which actor portrayed Charlie Verducci in 'Top of the Heap'?

Joseph Bologna portrayed the character of Charlie Verducci in 'Top of the Heap'.

Was 'Top of the Heap' a spin-off from another TV show?

Yes, 'Top of the Heap' was a spin-off from the TV show 'Married... with Children'.

How many episodes of 'Top of the Heap' were produced?

A total of seven episodes were produced for 'Top of the Heap'.

In which city was 'Top of the Heap' set?

'Top of the Heap' was set in the city of Las Vegas.

What was the occupation of Vinnie Verducci in the show?

Vinnie Verducci was an aspiring actor in 'Top of the Heap'.

Did 'Top of the Heap' receive positive reviews from critics?

'Top of the Heap' received mixed reviews from critics.

Did 'Top of the Heap' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'Top of the Heap' had a laugh track.

Who created the TV show 'Top of the Heap'?

'Top of the Heap' was created by Joseph Bologna and Renee Taylor.

Were there any crossovers between 'Top of the Heap' and 'Married... with Children'?

Yes, there were crossovers between 'Top of the Heap' and 'Married... with Children'.

What was the average runtime of an episode of 'Top of the Heap'?

The average runtime of an episode of 'Top of the Heap' was approximately 30 minutes.

Did 'Top of the Heap' achieve commercial success?

'Top of the Heap' did not achieve significant commercial success.

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