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Season 1 – Night Court

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Honorable Judge Harry T. Stone is a young, hip, jeans-wearing liberal eccentric presiding over the night shift of a Manhattan courtroom -- which means his views on various cases aren't always normal, nor are his judgments. Helping him manage the chaos is not-so-bright yet softhearted courtroom guard Bull and egotistical prosecutor Dan Fielding. Also part of Stone's crew are passionate public defender Christine Sullivan and calm court clerk Mac, who joined the show in its third and second seasons, respectively.
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Night Court — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

The jury's still out on Night Court, a courtroom comedy that doesn't immediately spark with its cartoonish ensemble, although Harry Anderson is affable enough as the laidback judge.

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Tom Shales Washington Post 06/07/2021
We're supposed to admire the judge's "informal" techniques as if they were straight out of a Frank Capra picture, but as written by Reinhold Weege, whose name is funnier than the script, the young man comes across as blitheringly irresponsible. Go to Full Review Noel Holston Orlando Sentinel 06/07/2021
[Night Court] just may turn out to be the most ingratiating sitcom to hit the air since Cheers. Go to Full Review Howard Rosenberg Los Angeles Times 06/07/2021
Here come da judge, but not da laughs. Go to Full Review Mike Boone Montreal Gazette 06/07/2021
Funnier than much of what passes for comedy on TV these sad days. Go to Full Review Bill Kelley South Florida Sun-Sentinel 06/07/2021
It's the kind of part that could never be re-cast if Anderson left the series; Harry Anderson is Harry Stone. And Night Court is very funny. These days... that's a lot. Go to Full Review Tom Long Santa Cruz Sentinel 06/07/2021
This show depends mainly on its star's talents to pull it through. Luckily, Anderson, in his first major exposure, seems more than up to the job. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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dave d @RT34924333 May 17 While there are moments and Harry Anderson is utterly charming this season is a mess. Very lucky to get renewed. See more 08/27/2018 A seminal '80s sitcom, Night Court dispenses hilarity in its 13 episode first season. When a young, eccentric judge is appointed to the bench he brings an unconventional way of delivering justice that’s lighthearted and fun. The writing’s pretty cheesy and formulaic, with a laugh track that goes off right on queue. But Harry Anderson and John Larroquette are able to breakout of what could have otherwise been stereotypical roles and bring a lot of charisma to the show. Additionally, some interesting guest stars make appearances, including Michael J. Fox, Charles Napier, and Yakov Smirnoff. However, there are several changes in the main cast that causes problems developing chemistry between the actors. While Season 1 of Night Court is a little rough and stereotypical, it’s still tremendously entertaining. See more Read all reviews
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Reinhold Weege

Creator

Harry Anderson

Harold T. "Harry" Stone

John Larroquette

Dan Fielding

Richard Moll

Nostradamus "Bull" Shannon

Selma Diamond

Selma Hacker

Karen Austin

Lana Wagner

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 4, 1984 All You Need Is Love Harold T. Stone, newly appointed judge of a New York night court, shocks everyone with his unorthodox ways. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 11, 1984 Santa Goes Downtown The court deals with a psychiatric patient who is posing as Santa; a nasty shoplifter (Michael J. Fox) casts a cloud over the holidays. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 18, 1984 The Former Harry Stone Harry's career may be ruined if the contents of his criminal record are revealed. Guest: Judy Landers. Details Episode 4 Aired Feb 1, 1984 Welcome Back, Mama Harry gets the surprise of his life when an elderly woman (Janis Paige) announces she is his long-lost mother. Details Episode 5 Aired Feb 8, 1984 Eye of the Beholder Bull's menacing appearance works against him when he applies for a position as a volunteer father. Details Episode 6 Aired Feb 15, 1984 Death Threat Harry is shaken up when he receives a death threat then finds a bomb in his chair, and a psychiatric patient claiming to be God roams the halls. Details Episode 7 Aired Feb 22, 1984 Once in Love With Harry A determined prostitute pursues Harry, much to Lana's disapproval. Details Episode 8 Aired Feb 29, 1984 Quadrangle of Love Dan is infuriated when he discovers his attractive assistant is dating other men -- including Harry and Bull. Details Episode 9 Aired Mar 7, 1984 Wonder Drug Lana's prescribed medication for a virus results in changed behavior -- and it is Harry who must deal with her overactive libido. Details Episode 10 Aired Mar 14, 1984 Some Like It Hot A Russian immigrant, charged with possession of stolen merchandise, threatens to set himself on fire. Details Episode 11 Aired Mar 21, 1984 Harry and the Rock Star Harry falls for a rock star, but soon learns that the relationship won't work. Details Episode 12 Aired Mar 28, 1984 Bull's Baby Bull takes care of a neighbor's baby, not realizing that the mother has abandoned the child. Details Episode 13 Aired May 31, 1984 Hi Honey, I'm Home The court deals with a man who, once declared legally dead, returns home to his wife to find she has remarried. Details

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Season Info

Creator
Reinhold Weege
Executive Producer
Reinhold Weege
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 4, 1984