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CBS Sabotaged Julia Louis-Dreyfus's Hit Show?
7 Jul
Summary
- Show creator accused CBS of not supporting female perspective.
- Louis-Dreyfus stated CBS treated the show poorly.
- Cancellation prevented the show from reaching syndication.
The sitcom "The New Adventures of Old Christine," starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus, has faded from public memory despite critical praise and strong ratings. The show centered on Christine, a divorced mother navigating her ex-husband's new relationship.
Show creator Kari Lizer suggested in 2010 that CBS did not adequately support the series, questioning the network's regard for a "female-of-a-certain-age point of view." Louis-Dreyfus echoed these sentiments in 2026, describing the network's treatment as "s**t" and lamenting the cancellation.
The series concluded in 2010 after 88 episodes, falling short of the 100-episode mark typically required for lucrative syndication deals. This premature end may have hindered its ability to gain consistent reruns and broader cultural recognition.
