The New Odd Couple

The New Odd Couple (1982-1983)

EndedScripted showComedy

The second live-action adaptation of Neil Simon's stageplay, The New Odd Couple was an attempt to remake the classic 1970-75 series. The twist? The lead actors were African-American college buddies who met in the 1950s. Out of 18 total episodes, eight were recycled from the original series.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E18The Night StalkerMay 26, 1983
S01E17The Only Way to FlyMay 20, 1983
S01E16The Perils of PaulineMay 13, 1983
S01E15Murray's Hot DateFeb 25, 1983
S01E14Oscar Dates Felix's FrancesFeb 18, 1983
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The New Odd Couple' premiere?

'The New Odd Couple' premiered on October 18, 1982.

Who played Oscar Madison in the show?

Ron Glass played the role of Oscar Madison in The New Odd Couple.

Who played Felix Unger in the show?

Demond Wilson played Felix Unger in the show.

What was the premise of the show?

The show revolves around two divorced men who decide to live together despite their very different personalities and lifestyles.

What was Oscar's profession in the show?

Oscar was a sportswriter in the show.

Who played Oscar's secretary in the show?

Marcia Rodd played Oscar's secretary, Myrna, in the show.

Who played Edna's mother in the show?

Liz Torres played Edna's mother, Gloria, in the show.

What was Felix's occupation in the show?

Felix was a photographer in the show.

What was the duration of each episode of the show?

Each episode of the show was 30 minutes long.

Who created 'The New Odd Couple'?

'The New Odd Couple' was created by Garry Marshall.

In which city did the show take place?

The show took place in New York City.

Who were the executive producers of the show?

Neil Rosen and Garry Marshall were the executive producers of the show.

Who was the show's theme song composed by?

The show's theme song, "Together Again," was composed by Neil Diamond.

How many episodes were produced for the show?

A total of 18 episodes were produced for The New Odd Couple.

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