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Johnny Carson's Fox Sitcom: George C. Scott's Nightmare
13 Jun
Summary
- Johnny Carson co-created a primetime sitcom called 'Mr. President'.
- George C. Scott starred as President Samuel Arthur Tresch.
- Scott described the sitcom experience as miserable.

In 1987, Johnny Carson's production company collaborated on "Mr. President," a primetime sitcom for the nascent Fox Broadcasting Company. George C. Scott, celebrated for his role in "Patton," was cast as President Samuel Arthur Tresch.
Scott recalled Johnny Carson describing the series concept in 1986. The show explored the daily life of a fictional U.S. President.
Despite a cast including Madeline Kahn and Conrad Bain, George C. Scott characterized his involvement in the sitcom as a miserable experience. The series premiered as part of Fox's initial lineup.