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Coach 1989

★ 6.6/10 · 61 votes TV-PG Comedy 9 seasons · 200 eps Ended
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What is Coach?

Coach is an American television sitcom created by Barry Kemp that originally aired on ABC. The series ran for nine seasons, beginning on February 28, 1989, and concluding on May 14, 1997, totaling 200 half-hour episodes.

Type
TV series
Year
1989
Status
Ended
Episodes
200
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Feb 28, 1989
Last aired
May 14, 1997
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
ABC
Genres
Comedy
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Overview

Coach is an American television sitcom created by Barry Kemp that originally aired on ABC. The series ran for nine seasons, beginning on February 28, 1989, and concluding on May 14, 1997, totaling 200 half-hour episodes. The program stars Craig T. Nelson as Hayden Fox, the head coach of the fictional NCAA Division I-A Minnesota State University Screaming Eagles football team. The cast also features Jerry Van Dyke, Bill Fagerbakke, and Shelley Fabares. The narrative follows Hayden Fox, described as a curmudgeonly figure who eats, sleeps, and lives football. Throughout the series, he attempts to navigate his professional life in the sports world while simultaneously managing fatherhood and his personal family life. The show focuses on his efforts to balance these responsibilities without dropping the ball. The series is available for viewers to stream through various platforms. Please note that this entry refers to the television program and is distinct from the fashion brand of the same name, which produces handbags, clothing, and accessories.

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Should you watch it?

“A curmudgeonly college football coach balances his professional career with his personal life and family responsibilities.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a long-running narrative
  • explores the intersection of sports and family
  • stars Craig T. Nelson
Keep in mind
  • contains dated production values
  • focuses heavily on sports themes

Watch it if you enjoy classic sitcoms centered on professional and personal life balance.

The series is a standard half-hour sitcom suitable for general television audiences.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 13 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 20 episodes
Season 3 · 22 episodes
Season 4 · 22 episodes
Season 5 · 23 episodes

Frequently asked questions

How many seasons does the show have?

The series ran for nine seasons.

Who created the series?

The series was created by Barry Kemp.

When did the show originally air?

It aired on ABC from February 28, 1989, to May 14, 1997.

How many episodes are in the series?

There are a total of 200 half-hour episodes.

Who plays the lead character?

Craig T. Nelson stars as Hayden Fox.