Alice
Alice is an American sitcom television series that ran from August 31, 1976 to March 19, 1985 on CBS. The series is based on the 1974 film Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore. The show stars Linda Lavin in the title role, a widow who moves with her young son to start her life over again, and finds a job working at a roadside diner on the outskirts of Phoenix, Arizona. Most of the episodes revolve around events at Mel's Diner.
First Air Year
1976
Seasons
9
Audience Score
7.0
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Series Snapshot
Alice is an American sitcom television series that ran from August 31, 1976 to March 19, 1985 on CBS. The series is based on the 1974 film Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore. The show stars Linda Lavin in the title role, a widow who moves with her young son to start her life over again, and finds a job working at a roadside diner on the outskirts of Phoenix, Arizona. Most of the episodes revolve around events at Mel's Diner.
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Alice is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Who should watch Alice?
Alice is best for viewers who want comedy, drama with clearer next-step recommendations.
What tone does Alice have?
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Is Alice easy to binge?
Alice sits around medium complexity, so the best follow-up depends on whether you want something denser or something easier to keep running.
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