On This Day: March 23 1987 The Popcorn Kid Premiered on CBS

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On This Day: March 23 1987 The Popcorn Kid Premiered on CBS
On this day March 23 1987 The Popcorn Kid premiered on CBS. The short-lived sitcom followed a teenager working at a movie theater while dreaming of a bigger future in show business. Starring Bruce Norris as the title character the show also featured Penelope Ann Miller and a supporting cast that brought humor to the everyday struggles of teenage life. The show had a lighthearted premise and a nostalgic setting but it struggled to find an audience. It lasted only one season with just six episodes before being canceled. Its quirky charm made it a memorable part of 80s television for those who watched it.

Fun fact: Penelope Ann Miller who appeared in The Popcorn Kid later became known for her roles in hit films like Carlito’s Way and Kindergarten Cop.

Trivia question: What year did Penelope Ann Miller star alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger in Kindergarten Cop?

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