King of Kensington

King of Kensington (1975-1980)

EndedScripted showComedy

Larry King is a convenience store owner in Toronto's Kensington Market who was known for helping friends and neighbours solve problems. His multicultural group of friends consist of Nestor Best, Max, and Tony "Duke" Zarro, who hang around regularly to the perennial disapproval of King's mother Gladys.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:00 (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E23Movin' Onmars 13, 1980
S05E22Purple Passionmars 6, 1980
S05E21Green-Eyed Monsterfévr. 28, 1980
S05E20Counter Attackfévr. 21, 1980
S05E19War and Peacefévr. 7, 1980
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did King of Kensington premiere?

King of Kensington premiered on September 25, 1975.

Who played the lead role of Larry King?

Al Waxman played the lead role of Larry King.

What was the premise of the show?

The show revolved around the life of Larry King, a cocky and confident resident of the Kensington Market neighborhood in Toronto.

Who were some of the recurring characters on the show?

Some of the recurring characters on the show included Larry's mother Gladys, his sister Barbara, and his friend Max.

What was Larry's occupation on the show?

Larry worked as a barber on the show.

Was King of Kensington a comedy or drama series?

King of Kensington was a comedy series.

In what neighborhood did the show take place?

The show took place in the Kensington Market neighborhood of Toronto.

How many episodes were produced in total?

A total of 111 episodes were produced over the course of the show's six seasons.

Who created King of Kensington?

Al Waxman and Chris Bearde created King of Kensington.

Did King of Kensington win any awards?

Yes, King of Kensington won multiple awards, including three Canadian Emmy awards.

Was the show popular during its initial run?

Yes, the show was very popular during its initial run, drawing in over 3 million viewers at its peak.

Who played the character of Gladys, Larry's mother?

Fiona Reid played the character of Gladys, Larry's mother.

Was the show canceled prematurely?

No, the show was not canceled prematurely, as it ran for a total of six seasons and 111 episodes.

What was the theme song of King of Kensington?

The theme song of King of Kensington was "The King of Kensington" by Patric Caird.

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