It’s a Man’s World
Star Actors: Glenn Corbett, Ted Bussell, Micheal Burns, Randy Boone
Released: September 17, 1962
Total Seasons: 1
Production Cost: $85,000 Per Episode (Depending on Inflation)
Many comedy tv shows feature a group of friends sharing an apartment,, which is nothing new to the genre. But, how often do you see four guys sharing a houseboat? Yeah, not too often, and this is what the show It’s a Man’s World brought to the scene – something different. It featured a mix of two orphaned brothers Wes and Howie (played by Corbett and Burns, respectively).
Its A Mans World
The show had a strong backstory and interesting storyline but was seen by many movie critics as running ahead of its time. This led NBC to cancel the show prematurely (mid-season) as it featured hot topics like feminism and unrest between different generations up and coming in the time. After the show ended, Glenn Corbett managed a cop a top position in the film Route 66, one similar to It’s a Man’s World, but more established.
Me and the Chimp
Star Actors: Ted Bessell, Scott Kolden, Anita Gillette, Kami Cotler
Released: January 13, 1972
Total Seasons: 1
Production Cost: $1 Million Per Episode
CBS was taught some useful information about what is best for television from The Hathaways but decided to turn a blind eye to all those lessons. Instead, the channel decided to go for a similar show in the 1970s known as Me and the chimp. The show featured a normal American family living their usual life accompanied by their chimp, Buttons – a former space chimp. Some of the star actors included Mike Russell and Ted Bessell.
Me And The Chimp
As you would imagine, the chimp was a highlight for the show as he would generally get in trouble around the family home. However, it was not a major interest for the audience, and the Buttons was later returned to his trainer while Bessell went further into his acting career. He would later direct the show The Tracey Ullman Show.
