ABC Revives All in the Family and Good Times for Holiday Special

Get ready to reunite with iconic characters as ABC announces a holiday-themed edition of Live in Front of a Studio Audience! On December 18, the special will feature episodes from Norman Lear’s beloved sitcoms All in the Family and Good Times.

Executive produced by Jimmy Kimmel and Norman Lear, alongside Brent Miller, Will Ferrell, and Justin Theroux, this event promises to bring together the spirit of the season with classic storytelling. Kerry Washington, who portrayed Helen Willis in the spring special, will also be involved as an executive producer.

Karey Burke, president of ABC Entertainment, emphasized the significance of the holiday season for family gatherings, stating that this special will be a must-watch event. Kimmel expressed his excitement, noting that tackling holiday episodes of All in the Family and Good Times was a thrilling opportunity.

The original Live in Front of a Studio Audience, which aired in May, was a massive success, earning three Emmy nominations and winning for Outstanding Variety Special (Live), making Lear the oldest Emmy winner in history. Following this triumph, ABC ordered more installments, starting with this holiday special.

Details about the specific episodes being featured will be announced soon, but with the holiday theme in mind, fans can anticipate a heartfelt blend of nostalgia and humor. Stay tuned for what promises to be an unforgettable night of television!