As a long-time fan of sitcoms and someone who grew up watching Ray Romano on “Everybody Loves Raymond,” I must admit that I was thrilled to hear about his new show, “No Good Deed.” However, when it comes to rebooting “Everybody Loves Raymond,” I can’t help but understand why Romano is hesitant.
It’s been a minute since we’ve seen Ray Romano lead a new TV series. However, he’s back in action now with his show on Netflix’s 2024 schedule, No Good Deed. So far, the ensemble dark comedy starring him and Lisa Kudrow has received rave reviews and there’s a lot of chatter surrounding it. However, whenever Romano comes back into the spotlight, there’s also talk about his beloved sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond. And recently, he opened up about why that project is in his review mirrors rather than his windshield.
In the ’90s and 2000s, “Everybody Loves Raymond” stood out as one of the top-tier sitcoms, airing for 9 seasons on CBS. Its spinoff, “King of Queens,” also enjoyed a long run of 9 seasons. When television started undergoing a reboot and revival phase in full swing, a spinoff from “King of Queens” titled “Kevin Can Wait” was commissioned in 2016. Given this history, it’s understandable that people might ask Ray Romano about reviving the original sitcom. However, he has expressed hesitation towards this idea, as he shared with Yahoo Entertainment.
As a die-hard cinephile, I must confess that “Everybody Loves Raymond” holds a special place in my heart. It wasn’t just another show for me; it was an extension of my personal life, woven from the threads of my own experiences. I was deeply immersed in its creation, and that’s why I can’t help but feel a certain sense of guardianship towards it.
It’s understandable that Romano has this sentiment as he holds a significant emotional attachment to his initial sitcom. A remake could be challenging and difficult to execute in a way that is both captivating and meaningful. In fact, this might explain why shows like “Everybody Loves Raymond” are seldomly revived directly.
A comparable TV series to “Everybody Loves Raymond” that comes to mind is “Seinfeld”. While they share different storylines, they have a similar background – both were developed by comedians based on their personal experiences and featured the comedian as the leading character. Just like Jerry Seinfeld, I doubt we’ll ever see him back for a reboot.
They deeply cherish and take great pride in it, but unfortunately, many reboots and revivals tend to rely heavily on nostalgia from the initial season, only to falter in the second. This was the case with Kevin Can Wait. Often, the reboot doesn’t measure up to the original series. In such situations, it seems wiser to let well-loved things remain as they are, a sentiment I believe The Irishman actor would echo whenever the prospect of a reboot is discussed with him.
There are multiple strategies for revitalizing a series, and although Romano isn’t fond of reboots, he wholeheartedly endorses international remakes of the iconic sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond. The timeless American comedy has been reimagined in various nations, including Russia, Egypt, and India, to name a few. Romano views this as a significant tribute to his cherished show, expressing his sentiment by stating:
I actually like that it’s rebooted there because it just shows how other cultures — we’re all the same. So it’s good to see them appreciate it.
As a child, I enjoyed watching “Everybody Loves Raymond” with my father, but I’m not compelled to witness a remake. I can comprehend entirely why the actor from “Made for Love” is protective of his own sitcom, and I believe fans will appreciate his choice.
Additionally, if you truly yearn for the series, you can re-experience all the amusing family interactions by subscribing to Peacock. On the other hand, the actor from “Somewhere In Queens” has advanced to greater opportunities, so don’t forget to watch “No Good Deed” on Netflix, along with his other exceptional roles.
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2024-12-19 03:08