The New Odd Couple 1982
What is The New Odd Couple?
The New Odd Couple is a television series first released in 1982. Catalogued under Comedy.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1982
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 18
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 29, 1982
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 18 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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The New Odd Couple is a television series first released in 1982. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by ABC. Current status: Canceled. Spans 1 seasons and 18 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“An African-American twist on the classic mismatched roommates comedy of the 1970s.”
- Fresh cultural perspective on a beloved premise
- Sharp comedic banter between Felix and Oscar
- Updated urban theme music
- Only aired for a brief period (1982-1983)
- Limited episode count may leave story underdeveloped
Watch it if you enjoy classic sitcom dynamics with a modern 1980s African-American twist.
The series is a light‑hearted, family‑friendly comedy suitable for general audiences.
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What is the premise of The New Odd Couple?
It follows African‑American friends Felix and Oscar sharing an apartment, echoing the original Odd Couple dynamic.
When was the series broadcast?
It aired on ABC from 1982 to 1983.
How does it relate to the original Odd Couple?
It is an updated version of the 1970s sitcom, retaining the core roommate premise.
Who are the main characters?
The lead roles are Felix and Oscar, portrayed as African‑American college friends.
Is the theme music the same as the original?
The theme retains Neal Hefti’s composition but features an updated urban arrangement.
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