TV Shows - Jerry Belson
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on November 21, 2024. Jerry Belson has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#857Laverne & Shirley1 episode • #857 most popular showLaverne & Shirley is an American sitcom that aired from 1976 to 1983. The show follows the lives of two best friends, Laverne DeFazio and Shirley Feeney, who work as bottle-cappers in the Shotz Brewery in Milwaukee. Known for its comedic antics and vibrant characters, the series gained popularity for its mix of slapstick humor and heartfelt moments. Laverne & Shirley became a cultural phenomenon and spin-off of the hit show, Happy Days. It is often praised for its strong female leads and its portrayal of the working-class struggles and dreams in the 1950s and 1960s America.
Movies - Jerry Belson
Sorted by online popularity. Jerry Belson has appeared in 3 movies with data.
#6,251Modern Romanceas Jerry • #6,251 most popular movieModern Romance is a 1981 American comedy romance film that follows a film editor's struggle with indecision in his relationship.
#6,896Student Bodiesas The Breather • #6,896 most popular movieStudent Bodies is a 1981 American parody slasher comedy film that hilariously spoofs the teen slasher genre, featuring a psycho killer named the Breather who targets promiscuous high school students with unconventional weapons.
#7,029The Couch Tripas Yuri V.O. • #7,029 most popular movieThe Couch Trip is a 1988 American comedy film starring Dan Aykroyd, Walter Matthau, Charles Grodin, and Donna Dixon, loosely based on the novel by Ken Kolb.
Jerry Belson Biography
Jerry Belson (July 8, 1938 – October 10, 2006) was an American writer, director, and producer who worked in Hollywood for over 40 years. He collaborated with notable figures such as Steve Allen and Garry Marshall, gaining recognition for his work on popular television shows like The Dick Van Dyke Show and for co-creating the sitcom The Odd Couple. Belson showcased his versatility by venturing into film, co-writing screenplays and directing movies. His writing credits include Steven Spielberg's films Always and Close Encounters of the Third Kind, as well as episodes of The Dick Van Dyke Show, Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., and I Spy. Belson's contributions to comedy and his ability to create enduring characters and relatable narratives have left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.
On November 21, 2024, Jerry Belson had 70 Wikipedia visits, making him the #20,565 most popular actor online.
