On this day May 6, 1987, ABC announced the cancellation of Mr. Belvedere after three seasons. The sitcom, which starred Christopher Hewett as the sharp witted British butler working for a suburban American family, had built a steady following but was facing declining ratings.
After news of the cancellation broke, strong viewer response and internal criticism at the network led ABC to reverse the decision and renew the show for a fourth season. Mr. Belvedere would go on to run for a total of six seasons, becoming a beloved part of 80s family television.
Fun fact: The show’s theme song, performed by Leon Redbone, became one of the most recognizable sitcom intros of the decade and is still fondly remembered by fans.
After news of the cancellation broke, strong viewer response and internal criticism at the network led ABC to reverse the decision and renew the show for a fourth season. Mr. Belvedere would go on to run for a total of six seasons, becoming a beloved part of 80s family television.
Fun fact: The show’s theme song, performed by Leon Redbone, became one of the most recognizable sitcom intros of the decade and is still fondly remembered by fans.
