On this day October 29, 1982, The New Odd Couple premiered on ABC, offering a fresh take on the beloved mismatched roommate story for a new decade. Inspired by the original Neil Simon characters, the show followed the clashing personalities of neat and orderly Felix and the laid back and messy Oscar as they tried to live under the same roof without driving each other crazy.
Starring Ron Glass as Felix and Demond Wilson as Oscar, the series brought a new dynamic and modern sensibility to a classic setup. While the show only lasted one season, it remains a notable part of 1980s sitcom history for its efforts to reintroduce a fan favorite concept to audiences of the era.
80s insight: The New Odd Couple reflected the early 1980s trend of updating familiar television favorites for a new generation while celebrating what made them timeless.
Starring Ron Glass as Felix and Demond Wilson as Oscar, the series brought a new dynamic and modern sensibility to a classic setup. While the show only lasted one season, it remains a notable part of 1980s sitcom history for its efforts to reintroduce a fan favorite concept to audiences of the era.
80s insight: The New Odd Couple reflected the early 1980s trend of updating familiar television favorites for a new generation while celebrating what made them timeless.
