Red Shoe Diaries 1992
“Trapped by a burning secret. Torn by a blazing desire.”
What is Red Shoe Diaries?
Red Shoe Diaries is a television drama series that originally aired on Showtime beginning in 1992. The show centers around Jake, a character who places an advertisement in the newspaper seeking the private diaries of women following the suicide of his unfaithful fiancée.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1992
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 66
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Jun 27, 1992
- Last aired
- Apr 18, 1998
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Showtime
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Red Shoe Diaries is a television drama series that originally aired on Showtime beginning in 1992. The show centers around Jake, a character who places an advertisement in the newspaper seeking the private diaries of women following the suicide of his unfaithful fiancée. Through these personal accounts, Jake attempts to understand the nature of betrayal and find closure. Each episode presents a different story, often exploring themes of love, desire, and emotional complexity. The series is known for its anthology format and dramatic storytelling. Actor David Duchovny was part of the main cast during its early seasons. The program continued beyond its initial run, extending into the late 1990s. It featured contributions from various actors, directors, and writers throughout its broadcast years. The show was produced as an erotic drama, aligning with Showtime's late-night programming style of the era.
Should you watch it?
“A grieving man seeks closure by collecting anonymous accounts of infidelity and hidden desires from women.”
- intriguing premise
- explores complex relationships
- mature themes
- slow pacing
Watch it if you are interested in an anthology-style exploration of human relationships and secrets.
This series contains mature themes and adult content intended for an adult audience.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 15 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Safe Sex Jun 27, 1992
- E2 Double Dare Jul 18, 1992
- E3 You Have the Right to Remain Silent Aug 8, 1992
- E4 Talk to Me Baby Aug 22, 1992
- E5 Just Like That Apr 17, 1993
- E6 Another Woman's Lipstick May 1, 1993
- E7 Accidents Happen May 15, 1993
- E8 Auto Erotica May 29, 1993
- E9 Emily's Dance Jun 12, 1993
- E10 The Bounty Hunter Jun 26, 1993
- E11 Jake's Story Jul 10, 1993
- E12 Weekend Pass Jul 24, 1993
- E13 Double or Nothing Nov 6, 1993
- E14 How I Met My Husband Dec 4, 1993
- E15 Midnight Bells Dec 18, 1993
Season 2 · 9 episodes
- E1 Night of Abandon Apr 23, 1994
- E2 Naked in the Moonlight Apr 30, 1994
- E3 Hotline May 14, 1994
- E4 Runway May 21, 1994
- E5 Kidnap Jun 4, 1994
- E6 Burning Up Jul 14, 1994
- E7 Borders of Salt Jul 23, 1994
- E8 The Game Aug 6, 1994
- E9 Liar's Tale Jan 21, 1995
Season 3 · 12 episodes
- E1 In the Blink of an Eye Feb 6, 1995
- E2 Some Things Never Change Feb 13, 1995
- E3 You Make Me Want to Wear Dresses Feb 20, 1995
- E4 Gina Feb 27, 1995
- E5 Alphabet Girl Mar 6, 1995
- E6 The Psychiatrist Mar 13, 1995
- E7 Written Word Mar 27, 1995
- E8 Like Father, Like Son Apr 3, 1995
- E9 Love at First Sight Apr 10, 1995
- E10 Girl on a Bike Apr 17, 1995
- E11 The Cake Apr 25, 1994
- E12 Four on the Floor May 1, 1995
Season 4 · 12 episodes
- E1 Mercy Feb 3, 1996
- E2 The Art of Loneliness Feb 10, 1996
- E3 Divorce, Divorce Feb 17, 1996
- E4 Hard Labor Feb 24, 1996
- E5 Luscious Lola Mar 2, 1996
- E6 Slow Train Mar 9, 1996
- E7 Tears Mar 23, 1993
- E8 The Last Motel Mar 30, 1996
- E9 Jump Apr 14, 1996
- E10 The Forbidden Zone Apr 21, 1996
- E11 Billy Bar Jun 1, 1996
- E12 Juarez Jun 8, 1996
Season 5 · 18 episodes
- E1 Caged Bird Mar 1, 1997
- E2 Cowboy, Cowboy Mar 8, 1997
- E3 Picnic Mar 15, 1997
- E4 The Ex Mar 22, 1997
- E5 The Boxer Mar 29, 1997
- E6 Swimming Naked Apr 5, 1997
- E7 Dime a Dance Apr 12, 1997
- E8 Temple of Flesh Apr 19, 1997
- E9 Laundrymat
- E10 Banished Dec 27, 1997
- E11 As She Wishes Jan 3, 1998
- E12 Weightless Jan 24, 1998
- E13 Farmer's Daughter Jan 31, 1998
- E14 Details Feb 7, 1998
- E15 Carried Away Feb 21, 1998
- E16 Jealousy Feb 28, 1998
- E17 Strip Poker Apr 11, 1998
- E18 The Teacher Apr 18, 1998
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of the series?
The series follows a man who collects secret diaries from women to understand his late fiancée's infidelity.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Jake, a man attempting to reconcile with the truth after his fiancée's death.
How does Jake collect these stories?
He solicits the secret diaries of women by placing an advertisement in a newspaper.
What is the motivation for the series?
Jake hopes that reading these accounts will help him understand the reasons for his fiancée's betrayal.
Is this an anthology series?
The series focuses on the stories contained within the diaries collected by the protagonist.