Movies and TvShows featuring "sitcom-production" theme.

The TV Set is a comedy-drama film that follows a TV show writer as he navigates the challenges and pitfalls of the television industry. As he develops a new sitcom pilot, he faces obstacles such as meddling network executives, demanding producers, and the pressure to compromise his artistic vision. Along the way, he must also deal with personal issues, including his wife's pregnancy and a friend's funeral. The film highlights the struggles and absurdities that occur behind the scenes in the creation of a TV show, providing a satirical look at the entertainment industry.

A biographical drama that tells the story of the iconic British sitcom Steptoe and Son and the tumultuous relationship between its creators, Ray Galton and Alan Simpson. The film explores the challenges they faced, their personal lives, and the impact of their work on British television.

A retrospective of the phenomenally popular 1984-1992 situation comedy, "The Cosby Show," complete with memorable clips, bloopers and comments from series stars, producers and Bill Cosby himself.

Movie with some of the greatest brittish comedians such as Rowan Atkinson, John Cleese.

Growing Up Brady is a biographical drama that explores the behind-the-scenes story of the iconic TV show The Brady Bunch. Based on the true story and the book written by Barry Williams, who played Greg Brady in the sitcom, the movie delves into the challenges and dynamics of the Brady family both on and off-screen during the 1960s and 1970s. It showcases the relationships, the struggles, and the success of the show that continues to be a cultural phenomenon.

This documentary examines the way television frames and portrays the working class, shedding light on the media's power to exploit and co-opt social problems. It delves into the history of TV and its impact on society, touching on topics such as sitcom production, reality TV, and the representation of gender, race, and sexuality. Through in-depth interviews and analysis, the film exposes the media's role in perpetuating class tension and misrepresenting the working class.

'Three's Company', the comedy centered on two attractive, young women who made the rent on their Santa Monica beach-side apartment by taking in a third roommate - a male forced to pretend he's gay to fool the landlords and the girls' parents. The series rocketed in the ratings as an instant hit - despite the outcry of critics and moralists - who objected to the double-entendres and quasi-sexual hijinks on the show. However, the true behind-the-scenes story of 'Three's Company' will expose a once idyllic workplace that deteriorated into a battleground beset by business dealings, contact disputes, cast rivalries, clashes between producers and network executives and finally, a round of cast replacements which hastened the demise of the show.

Bob Saget delivers his signature deadpan comedy style in this stand-up comedy special, discussing topics such as sex, relationships, and taboo subjects. With his unique blend of wit, wisdom, and witless humor, Saget takes the audience on a hilarious journey through his own life experiences and observations.

Moira Brooker and Philip Bretherton (Judith and Alastair from As Time Goes By (1992)) host this behind-the-scenes look at the work of the writers behind many of our favorite "Britcoms" (British situation comedies), revealing how their ideas make it to the screen.

Nobody's Watching is a comedy movie that takes a humorous and satirical look at the world of television production. It follows the story of two friends who get a chance to create their own sitcom, but things don't go as planned. With a focus on audience participation and the challenges of sitcom production, the movie showcases the ups and downs of the entertainment industry.

The story of the actor, writer and broadcasting pioneer, Gertrude Berg.