What is Married... with Children (TV) About?
Married... with Children is an American sitcom that aired on the Fox network from 1987 to 1997. Created by Michael G. Moye and Ron Leavitt, the show revolves around the lives of the dysfunctional Bundy family. The main characters include the perpetually disgruntled shoe salesman, Al Bundy, his lazy and obnoxious wife, Peggy, their attractive but dim-witted daughter, Kelly, and their nerdy and socially awkward son, Bud. Set in the suburbs of Chicago, the series explores the misadventures of the Bundy family as they struggle with their dysfunctional family dynamics and face various comedic situations. Throughout its run, Married... with Children developed a reputation for its dark humor, satirical portrayal of suburban life, and unapologetic depiction of dysfunctional familial relationships. The show often addresses controversial topics with its gritty and sarcastic approach, earning it a dedicated cult following. Its groundbreaking humor and memorably flawed characters have made Married... with Children one of the most iconic sitcoms in television history.
The first episode of Married... with Children aired on April 05, 1987 and the most recent episode to air was on June 09, 1997.