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Clueless 1996

★ 6.3/10 · 40 votes TV-G Comedy 3 seasons · 62 eps Canceled
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What is Clueless?

Clueless is an American television teen sitcom that serves as a spin-off from the 1995 film of the same name. The series is a comedy inspired by the 1815 novel Emma by Jane Austen.

Type
TV series
Year
1996
Status
Canceled
Episodes
62
First aired
Sep 20, 1996
Last aired
May 25, 1999
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
ABC, UPN
Genres
Comedy
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Overview

Clueless is an American television teen sitcom that serves as a spin-off from the 1995 film of the same name. The series is a comedy inspired by the 1815 novel Emma by Jane Austen. The show debuted on ABC on September 20, 1996, where it was featured as part of the TGIF programming lineup during its initial season. Following its tenure on ABC, which concluded on February 14, 1997, the production moved to UPN for its final two seasons. The series concluded its run on May 25, 1999. Throughout its broadcast history, the program maintained a classification as a comedy. Information regarding the production includes credits for actors, actresses, directors, writers, and producers who contributed to the series between 1996 and 1999. The original 1995 film that inspired the television show was later included in the National Film Registry. The television series remains a notable example of a film-to-television adaptation from the mid-1990s, spanning three years of broadcast television across two different networks.

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“A television series based on the 1995 teen film follows the lives of its iconic characters.”

Reasons to watch
  • based on a popular film
  • classic nineties aesthetic
Keep in mind
  • network changes during its run

Watch it if you enjoy nineties teen comedies and spin-off series.

The series is a lighthearted teen sitcom suitable for general audiences.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 18 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 22 episodes
Season 3 · 22 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the show based on?

The series is a spin-off of the 1995 teen film of the same name.

When did it premiere?

The show premiered on September 20, 1996.

Which networks aired the series?

The show aired on ABC for its first season and on UPN for its final two seasons.

When did the series end?

The series concluded on May 25, 1999.

Was it part of a specific programming block?

During its first season on ABC, the show was part of the TGIF lineup.