Boston Common

Boston Common (1996-1997)

EndedScripted showComedy

After moving to Boston from Virginia to spy on his sister who just started college, Boyd finds himself working for the student union where he raises hell more often than he should.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E23Sophomore's ChoiceApr. 27, 1997
S02E22A Cross to BearApr. 20, 1997
S02E21To Bare is HumanApr. 14, 1997
S02E20I.D. EndowApr. 13, 1997
S02E19Heres to You, Mrs. ByrnesApr. 7, 1997
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Boston Common premiere?

Boston Common premiered on March 22, 1996.

Who created Boston Common?

Boston Common was created by David Kohan and Max Mutchnick.

Who were the main characters in Boston Common?

The main characters in Boston Common were Boyd, Joy, Wyleen, Tasha, Leonard, and Mr. Mac.

What is the premise of Boston Common?

Boston Common is a sitcom that follows the lives of a group of students who attend a community college in Boston, Massachusetts.

Who played the character of Boyd in Boston Common?

Anthony Clark played the character of Boyd in Boston Common.

Who played the character of Joy in Boston Common?

Hedy Burress played the character of Joy in Boston Common.

What was Boyd's last name in Boston Common?

Boyd's last name in Boston Common was Pritchett.

What was the name of the community college in Boston Common?

The name of the community college in Boston Common was Winslow College.

Who played the character of Tasha in Boston Common?

Traylor Howard played the character of Tasha in Boston Common.

Who played the character of Leonard in Boston Common?

Steve Paymer played the character of Leonard in Boston Common.

Who played the character of Mr. Mac in Boston Common?

Tony Award-winning actor and comedian Nathan Lane played the character of Mr. Mac in Boston Common.

What was Joy's last name in Boston Common?

Joy's last name in Boston Common was Byrnes.

What was the name of the dormitory where Boyd and Joy lived in Boston Common?

The name of the dormitory where Boyd and Joy lived in Boston Common was Winslow Hall.

Who played the character of Wyleen in Boston Common?

Tasha Smith played the character of Wyleen in Boston Common.

What was the reason for Joy's move to Boston in Boston Common?

Joy moved to Boston to escape the constant attention of her overbearing mother.

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