Dave's World 1993
What is Dave's World?
Dave's World is an American sitcom that aired on CBS from 1993 to 1997. The series is based on the writing of Miami Herald columnist Dave Barry.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1993
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 98
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 20, 1993
- Last aired
- Jun 27, 1997
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- CBS
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 98 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Dave's World is an American sitcom that aired on CBS from 1993 to 1997. The series is based on the writing of Miami Herald columnist Dave Barry. The show adapts Barry's humorous observations about everyday life into television format, bringing his satirical perspective on modern American culture to a prime-time audience. As a sitcom, it follows the conventional structure of situation comedy while incorporating the columnist's distinctive voice and viewpoint. The program ran for multiple seasons on the CBS network, occupying a place in the mid-1990s television landscape. The series translates Barry's newspaper column style into visual storytelling, presenting comedic scenarios that reflect his commentary on contemporary society. Dave's World represents one example of how print journalism humor was adapted for television during this period, offering viewers a sitcom interpretation of Barry's observational comedy approach. The show maintained its place on CBS for several years, indicating a consistent audience for its particular brand of humor.
Should you watch it?
“A sitcom based on Dave Barry's humorous take on everyday life.”
- Based on acclaimed humorist Dave Barry's writing
- Features a talented ensemble cast
- Captures everyday absurdities with humor
- May feel dated to modern audiences
- Humor might not appeal to all viewers
You enjoy character-driven sitcoms with a touch of satire.
Suitable for general audiences with mild, family-friendly humor.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 23 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Sep 20, 1993
- E2 The Insecurity System Sep 27, 1993
- E3 Martian Death Flu Oct 4, 1993
- E4 The Anniversary Schmaltz Oct 11, 1993
- E5 The Great Mandala of Life Oct 18, 1993
- E6 I Sort of Saw What You Did Oct 22, 1993
- E7 It's a Small Van After All Oct 25, 1993
- E8 Heatwave Nov 1, 1993
- E9 Writer's Block Nov 8, 1993
- E10 Educating Rita Nov 15, 1993
- E11 Death and Mom Take a Holiday Nov 22, 1993
- E12 Exorcising with Dave Barry Nov 29, 1993
- E13 I Saw Mommy Kicking Santa Claus (1) Dec 13, 1993
- E14 I Saw Mommy Kicking Santa Claus (2) Dec 20, 1993
- E15 Just Kidding Jan 3, 1994
- E16 The Road Taken Jan 10, 1994
- E17 Shel in Love Jan 24, 1994
- E18 Four Characters in Search of a Ring Jan 31, 1994
- E19 Lost Weekend Feb 28, 1994
- E20 Rat Story Mar 7, 1994
- E21 Six Years Old and All Washed Up Mar 14, 1994
- E22 The Funeral (a.k.a.) Funeral Episodes Mar 28, 1994
- E23 Saved By Estelle May 2, 1994
Season 2 · 25 episodes
- E1 I Lost It at the Movies Sep 12, 1994
- E2 The Last Auction Hero Sep 19, 1994
- E3 A Room With a View Sep 26, 1994
- E4 Please Won't You Be My Neighbor Oct 3, 1994
- E5 You Can't Always Get What You Want Oct 10, 1994
- E6 Gone with the Wind (1) Oct 17, 1994
- E7 Gone with the Wind (2) Oct 24, 1994
- E8 Lobster Envy Oct 31, 1994
- E9 Family Membership Nov 7, 1994
- E10 One Mump or Two? Nov 14, 1994
- E11 The Donor Party Nov 21, 1994
- E12 How Long Has This Been Going On? Nov 28, 1994
- E13 Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word Dec 5, 1994
- E14 Dis Who's Coming to Dinner? Jan 2, 1995
- E15 A Pool's Paradise Jan 16, 1995
- E16 Bear With Me Jan 23, 1995
- E17 A Cut Above the Rest Feb 6, 1995
- E18 The Country Girl Feb 13, 1995
- E19 The Accidental Tourists Feb 20, 1995
- E20 The Joint Venture Feb 27, 1995
- E21 Those Wedding Shel Blues Mar 13, 1995
- E22 Nightmare on Maple Street Apr 10, 1995
- E23 The Mommies May 8, 1995
- E24 Piano, No Strings May 15, 1995
- E25 Tommy Doesn't Live Here Anymore May 22, 1995
Season 3 · 26 episodes
- E1 Cleanliness is Next to Nakedness Sep 13, 1995
- E2 It's Not About That . . . Sep 20, 1995
- E3 You Must(ang) Remember This Sep 27, 1995
- E4 What the Early Bird Gets Oct 11, 1995
- E5 Do the Write Thing Oct 18, 1995
- E6 Death of a Saleswoman Oct 25, 1995
- E7 Writing Wrongs Nov 1, 1995
- E8 Catch of the Day Nov 8, 1995
- E9 Health Hath No Fury Nov 15, 1995
- E10 Leave a Mystery at the Beep Nov 22, 1995
- E11 The Green-Eyed Monster Nov 29, 1995
- E12 Working Stiffs Dec 20, 1995
- E13 Pardon My Nuptuals Jan 3, 1996
- E14 Gator Bait Jan 10, 1996
- E15 Those Who Do Be Do Be Do Jan 31, 1996
- E16 Fame Feb 7, 1996
- E17 Loves Me Like a Rock Feb 14, 1996
- E18 Nuts and Bolts Feb 21, 1996
- E19 My Girl Mar 6, 1996
- E20 Stayin' Alive Mar 13, 1996
- E21 Do You Want to Know a Secret? Apr 3, 1996
- E22 Double Fault Apr 10, 1996
- E23 Don't Blame Me Apr 29, 1996
- E24 The Good Doctor May 6, 1996
- E25 L.A. Times May 13, 1996
- E26 It's Not About That, Either May 20, 1996
Season 4 · 24 episodes
- E1 Based on a True Story Sep 13, 1996
- E2 Solitaire Sep 20, 1996
- E3 Missed Manners Sep 27, 1996
- E4 Crime and Coconuts Oct 4, 1996
- E5 Miami Beached Oct 11, 1996
- E6 Daveberry, RFD Oct 18, 1996
- E7 A Very Barry Pumpkin Show Nov 1, 1996
- E8 Falling Nov 8, 1996
- E9 Stress Nov 22, 1996
- E10 Starr Tours Dec 13, 1996
- E11 The Importance of Missing Earnest Dec 20, 1996
- E12 Does the Whale Have to Be White? Jan 3, 1997
- E13 Playdate With a Playmate Jan 10, 1997
- E14 Spontaneous Combustion Jan 17, 1997
- E15 Dave Barry, Call Your Agent Jan 31, 1997
- E16 Touched By an Agent Feb 7, 1997
- E17 Bad News Barry's Feb 21, 1997
- E18 Liar's Poker Feb 28, 1997
- E19 Testing . . . Testing . . . Apr 30, 1997
- E20 Tropical Depression May 7, 1997
- E21 Oh Dad, Poor Dad Jun 6, 1997
- E22 A Woman of Independent Seams Jun 13, 1997
- E23 Let Simmer, Then Grill Jun 20, 1997
- E24 The Creeping Peril Jun 27, 1997
Frequently asked questions
Is the show based on real events?
No, it is based on the fictional stories and humor of columnist Dave Barry.
Who created the show?
The show was created by Fred Barron.
Where did the show air?
It aired on CBS from 1993 to 1997.
How many seasons are there?
The show ran for four seasons.
Who are some of the main cast members?
The main cast includes Harry Anderson, Patrick Warburton, and Bea Arthur, among others.