All in the Family

All in the Family

Like the Good Book says, "Let him who is without sin... be the rollin' stone."

Created by Johnny Speight, Norman Lear

On CBS

1971–19799 seasons210 episodes25 min7.8 / 10

A groundbreaking sitcom that uses domestic comedy and family warmth as the vehicle for confronting social prejudice and generational conflict in 1970s America.

Archie Bunker, a working class bigot, constantly squabbles with his family over the important issues of the day.

Essence

Ensemble

Like All in the Family

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as All in the Family

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like All in the Family, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like All in the Family, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like All in the Family, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.