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Julia 1968

★ 6.4/10 · 9 votes TV-G Comedy 3 seasons · 86 eps Ended
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What is Julia?

Julia is an American sitcom that aired on NBC for 86 episodes between September 17, 1968, and March 23, 1971. The series is recognized for being one of the first weekly television programs to feature an African American woman in a non-stereotypical role.

Type
TV series
Year
1968
Status
Ended
Episodes
86
Runtime
30 minutes
First aired
Sep 17, 1968
Last aired
Mar 23, 1971
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC
Genres
Comedy
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Overview

Julia is an American sitcom that aired on NBC for 86 episodes between September 17, 1968, and March 23, 1971. The series is recognized for being one of the first weekly television programs to feature an African American woman in a non-stereotypical role. While earlier television series included African American lead characters, those roles were typically depicted as servants. The program stars actress and singer Diahann Carroll. During the pre-production phase of the show, the proposed title for the series was Mama's Man. The production of the sitcom involved collaboration between Savannah Productions, Inc., Hanncar Productions, Inc., and 20th Century-Fox Television. The series is categorized within the comedy genre and holds a TV-G rating. Current viewers may find information regarding the availability of the show through various streaming platforms online. This historical production remains a notable entry in the development of American television programming due to its departure from established industry casting conventions regarding race and professional representation.

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“Diahann Carroll stars in this groundbreaking sitcom about a professional woman navigating life and motherhood.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a groundbreaking lead role
  • offers historical television significance
Keep in mind
  • depicts a specific era of television comedy
  • limited by mid-century social standards

Watch it if you are interested in the history of African American representation on television.

The series is rated TV-G and features lighthearted, family-friendly sitcom humor.

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Frequently asked questions

Who stars in Julia?

The series stars actress and singer Diahann Carroll.

When did the show originally air?

The series ran on NBC from September 17, 1968, to March 23, 1971.

How many episodes were produced?

The series consists of 86 episodes.

What was the original working title?

During pre-production, the series was titled Mama's Man.

Who produced the series?

It was produced by Savannah Productions, Inc., Hanncar Productions, Inc., and 20th Century-Fox Television.