Working-class Black ensemble comedy with Jackée's breakout vamp energy.
Why it matters
Episode guide
116 episodes across 5 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Neighbors in a D.C. apartment building trade gossip, schemes, and building politics.
Network & studio
- NBC — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1980s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Working-class Black ensemble comedy with Jackée's breakout vamp energy.
Creators
Jack Elinson
Key cast
- Marla Gibbs as Mary Jenkins
- Hal Williams as Lester Jenkins
- Jackée Harry as Sandra Clark
- Alaina Reed Hall as Rose Lee Holloway
- Regina King as Brenda Jenkins
Flash facts
- NBC (1985–1990).
- Marla Gibbs post-Jeffersons vehicle.
- Jackée Harry Emmy win.
- Regina King child-actor start.
FAQ
What network aired 227?
227 is associated with NBC (1985–1990).
Why is 227 in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1980s?
Working-class Black ensemble comedy with Jackée's breakout vamp energy.
Who are the key names behind 227?
Creators and principals include Jack Elinson.
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