In Living Color

In Living Color (1990-1994)

EndedVariety showComedy, Music

In 1989, Keenen Ivory Wayans set about making a pilot for something the likes of which had never been seen prior on US television. It wasn't just going to be a show performed by black people for black people but was to be a multi-ethnic series. He recruited two white actors who were fairly unknown at the time—Jim Carrey and Kelly Coffield. In addition, the show introduced more upcoming talent, in the form of Tommy Davidson, Kim Coles, David Alan Grier, T'keyah "Crystal" Keymah and finally his siblings Kim Wayans and Damon Wayans.

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Scheduleevery Thursday (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E26The ChampMay 12, 1994
S05E25Infomercial AwardsMay 12, 1994
S05E24Candy Cane's Last ShowMay 5, 1994
S05E23Sweet Tooth JonesApr 28, 1994
S05E22The Scary Larry ShowApr 7, 1994
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did In Living Color premiere?

In Living Color premiered on April 15, 1990.

Who were the creators of the show?

In Living Color was created by Keenen Ivory Wayans.

What was the format of the show?

In Living Color was a sketch comedy show with a predominantly African-American cast.

Who were some of the notable cast members?

Notable cast members on In Living Color included Jim Carrey, Damon Wayans, David Alan Grier, Tommy Davidson, and Jamie Foxx.

Was the show controversial?

Yes, In Living Color was considered controversial at the time due to its edgy humor and satirical take on race relations in America.

Did In Living Color have any recurring sketches?

Yes, In Living Color had several recurring sketches, including "Men on Film," "Homey D. Clown," and "Fire Marshall Bill."

Was In Living Color influential?

Yes, In Living Color is considered an influential show that paved the way for other sketch comedy and variety shows.

Did In Living Color feature musical performances?

Yes, In Living Color often featured musical performances by popular artists.

How long did In Living Color run for?

In Living Color ran for 5 seasons from 1990 to 1994.

Did In Living Color win any awards?

Yes, In Living Color won several awards, including an Emmy for Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Series in 1990.

Was In Living Color ever rebooted or revived?

Yes, a reboot of In Living Color was in development in 2012 but was ultimately scrapped.

What was the audience reception of In Living Color?

In Living Color was a critical and commercial success, and is widely considered a cult classic.

What types of sketches did In Living Color feature?

In Living Color featured a variety of sketches, including political satire, celebrity impersonations, and social commentary.

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