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The Frasier Writers Set Out To Make An Anti-Seinfeld Sitcom
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Joe Roberts)
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Frasier writers set out to create an anti-Seinfeld sitcom, subverting the tropes of the '90s comedy boom.
beat sheet
- The Frasier team specifically had Seinfeld in their sights, looking to offer a more character-driven alternative to the popular observational comedy.
- With a focus on genuine relationships and emotional depth, Frasier aimed to provide a thoughtful, anti-cynical counterpoint to the sarcastic, plot-driven style of Seinfeld.
call sheet
Joe Roberts, Frasier, Frasier, Seinfeld