The Ropers

The Ropers (1979-1980)

EndedScripted showComedy

The Ropers is a spinoff from Three's Company (1977) and follows Stanley and Helen Roper, the owners of a new condo in a ritzy neighborhood. His neighbor, balding realtor Jeffrey P. Brooks III, felt that the earthy Roper was downgrading the neighborhood. Helen Roper, socially aspiring but ever frustrated by Stanley's crass ways, found a supporting friend in Jeffrey's wife, Anne.

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Scheduleevery Thursday (30 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Ropers' premiere?

'The Ropers' premiered on March 13, 1979.

Who were the main stars of 'The Ropers'?

Norman Fell and Audra Lindley portrayed the main characters, Stanley and Helen Roper, respectively.

What was the premise of 'The Ropers'?

'The Ropers' was a spin-off of the popular sitcom 'Three's Company' and followed the lives of the Roper couple after they moved to a new neighborhood.

Where did 'The Ropers' take place?

The show was set in the fictional neighborhood of Cheviot Hills in Los Angeles, California.

Who were the Ropers' neighbors in the show?

The Ropers' neighbors were the quirky and eccentric Jeffrey and Annabelle P. Brooks.

Who created 'The Ropers'?

'The Ropers' was created by Don Nicholl, Michael Ross, and Bernard West.

How many seasons did 'The Ropers' have?

'The Ropers' had two seasons.

What was the original airtime of 'The Ropers'?

'The Ropers' aired on Tuesday nights at 8:30 PM.

Did 'The Ropers' receive positive reviews from critics?

'The Ropers' received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances while others felt it didn't live up to the original series, 'Three's Company'.

Did any actors from 'Three's Company' make guest appearances on 'The Ropers'?

Yes, several actors from 'Three's Company' made guest appearances on 'The Ropers', including John Ritter as Jack Tripper and Joyce DeWitt as Janet Wood.

Did 'The Ropers' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'The Ropers' was filmed in front of a live studio audience, and a laugh track was added during post-production.

How did 'The Ropers' compare in popularity to 'Three's Company'?

'The Ropers' did not achieve the same level of popularity as 'Three's Company', and it was canceled after two seasons.

Did 'The Ropers' have any spin-offs of its own?

No, 'The Ropers' did not have any spin-offs.

Were there any notable guest stars on 'The Ropers'?

Yes, 'The Ropers' featured guest appearances by actors such as Barry Williams, who played Greg Brady on 'The Brady Bunch', and Suzanne Somers, who portrayed Chrissy Snow on 'Three's Company'.

What was the theme song for 'The Ropers'?

'The Ropers' had a catchy theme song called "We've Got Each Other," performed by Jack Jones.

Did 'The Ropers' receive any awards or nominations?

No, 'The Ropers' did not receive any major awards or nominations during its run.

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