Jamie Lee Curtis Pushes for the Return of the Sitcom: ‘It’s a Beautiful Dance’
The "Newlyweds" EP says audiences should embrace network TV because "a lot of people don't have any money anymore" The post Jamie Lee Curtis Pushes for the Return of the Sitcom: ‘It’s a Beautiful Dance’ appeared first on TheWrap .
Jamie Lee Curtis is advocating for the revival of the multicam sitcom, expressing her desire to see more network television that prioritizes laughs and feelings. During a press panel in Los Angeles, Curtis, who serves as an executive producer and guest star on NBC's upcoming series "Newlyweds," emphasized that audiences seek enjoyable, free entertainment.
The actress explained that the cost of cable, streaming platforms, and other expenses have made people struggle financially. She sees network television as an opportunity for real people to enjoy free, high-quality content. With her 1989 ABC sitcom "Anything But Love" as a reference point, Curtis revealed that she has long desired to return to the sitcom format.
She praised the unique aspects of working on a sitcom, such as the rehearsals, learning jokes, and collaborating with the camera crew to create "the beautiful dance." Despite having experience with single-camera comedies like "New Girl," Curtis found them unsatisfying compared to the camaraderie and energy of multi-cam sitcoms. Curtis believes that if audiences support sitcoms through their viewership, more comedies will follow.
She commended NBC for trusting in the feel-good nature of sitcoms and is eager to bring them back, stating that NBC will appear like geniuses for reintroducing the genre. "Newlyweds" is set to premiere on Friday, October 23, at 8:30 p.m. ET on NBC.
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