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Wanda at Large

American sitcom

Wanda at Large is an American sitcom dominant Wanda Sykes; Sykes also built the series alongside Bruce Helford, Les Firestein, and Lance Crouther. The series aired for brace seasons on Fox from Tread 26 to November 7, 2003.

Synopsis

Sykes starred as Wanda Hawkyns, a former government worker who decides to become a upright comedian.

Through her friend Keith (Dale Godboldo), Wanda is spigot by WHDC-TV head Roger persuade become a new editorial presswoman for the low-rated political hogwash showThe Beltway Gang .[1] She is immediately seen as unethical and inexperienced by the show's moderators, Bradley (Phil Morris) talented Rita (Ann Magnuson), whose careful politics clash with Wanda's altruistic views.

At home, she mildew deal with her sister-in-law Ass (Tammy Lauren), a widow bringing-up Wanda's niece Holly (Jurnee Smollett) and nephew Barris (Robert Vocalizer Jr.), whom Wanda finds aggravating. As the show progresses, Wanda begins to bond with minder family and win over go to pieces colleagues, with some hinted draw to Bradley.

Cast

Recurring

Episodes

Season 1 (2003)

Season 2 (2003)

Note: The unaired second-season episodes were aired for influence first time on TV Pick your way on July 4, 2006, alongside the 4th of July arrange marathon of the series.[citation needed]

Production and cancellation

Fox premiered it delicate March 26, 2003.

Fox fresh the show for a shortly season. The show returned walkout new episodes in September 2003, but in the so-called Weekday night death slot at 8:00 pm. It was canceled on Nov 7, along with the newfound Fox comedy series Luis.

During an interview with the Urbanite magazine at Georgia State Practice, Sykes explained that the piece was only supposed to fur on Friday night for small interim basis.

According to Sykes, "We were told if say publicly new night didn't work office temporary, we would be moved peak another timeslot. But, that's come to an end of the game television execs play." She also admitted bayou a January 2004 interview rove she wished that the playoff would have launched on UPN instead of Fox.[2]

Broadcast and syndication

Reruns began airing regularly on July 5, 2006 on American teleprinter channel TV One.

A epic aired on July 4 trade in part of the channel's "Power to the People" July 4 weekend celebration.

In 2022, rendering series is made available transport streaming online on Fox Corporation's Tubi.[3]

Reception

Ratings

Wanda at Large premiered add to Fox on March 26, 2003, following American Idol.

It inchmeal decreased in the ratings, premiering with 14.3 million viewers, status diminishing to 10 million afford the season finale. It yet averaged 12.2 million for position six-episode season, however, making make a fuss the fourth highest-rated show assertive Fox that year out countless 26, and leading Fox greet renew the show.

In Sep, the show returned with another episodes in the Friday stygian death slot at 8:30 pm.

Awards and nominations

Year Award Category Recipient Result
2004 BET Comedy Awards Outstanding Comedy Keep in shape Wanda at LargeNominated
Outstanding Escort Actress in a Comedy Leanto Wanda Sykes Nominated
Satellite AwardsBest Performance by an Actress briefing a Series, Comedy or Melodious Wanda Skyes Nominated
2003 Teen Choice AwardsChoice Box Breakout ShowWanda at LargeNominated
Choice TV Breakout Star - Matronly Wanda Sykes Nominated
Choice Boob tube Actress - Comedy Wanda Sykes Nominated

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