Mainstreamed female friendship and divorce as sitcom engine; Curtin won Emmys.
Why it matters
Episode guide
122 episodes across 6 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Childhood friends pool resources to raise kids after their marriages end.
Network & studio
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
Mainstreamed female friendship and divorce as sitcom engine; Curtin won Emmys.
Creators
Sherry Coben
Key cast
- Jane Curtin as Allie Lowell
- Susan Saint James as Kate McArdle
- Ari Meyers as Emma McArdle
- Allison Smith as Jennie Lowell
Flash facts
- CBS (1984–1989).
- Jane Curtin won multiple Lead Actress Emmys.
- Female-led domestic sitcom hit.
- Greenwich Village setting as urban sisterhood stage.
FAQ
What network aired Kate & Allie?
Kate & Allie is associated with CBS (1984–1989).
Why is Kate & Allie in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1980s?
Mainstreamed female friendship and divorce as sitcom engine; Curtin won Emmys.
Who are the key names behind Kate & Allie?
Creators and principals include Sherry Coben.
Official & further reading
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