The New Munsters (1989) - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

TJ · 12-12-2001, 11:09 AM

Reposted from old board:

Posted by ClassicTVHits:

I would have to say that one of the worst re-makes in TV History would have to be The New Munsters.
#1: The Show wasn't funny.
#2: The Cast was horrible.
#3: It made the original series look horrible.

------------------
Stephen
ClassicTVHits.com

Posted by Jimbo:

I have to agree with you. (BTW, I think this show was syndicated in some areas as "The New Munsters", and in others as "The Munsters Today"). It seems like anytime someone tries to bring back a classic show, and give it the title of "The New ______", the show is doomed from the start. For example, there was "The New Odd Couple", "The New WKRP in Cincinati", etc.

Posted by Brandon 2006:

It was called "The Munster today". I think the original is the best!

Posted by Brandon 2006:

oh yeah! it was 1988. And it lasted 3 seasons. 1988-1991. it was alright.

Posted by LONEWOLF:

The boy who played Eddie on the new one also played Eric's bestfriend on Boy Meets World.

Central Perk · 01-14-2002, 09:44 PM

To duplicate a show that only lasted for 2 years in the first place is just silly, a show about a monster family in the 80s/90s not good.

TV Guy · 01-15-2002, 05:57 PM

I thought it made the original series look great in comparison.

LucyFan · 01-19-2002, 01:16 AM

I agree. Something that looks bad could make something else look good.

Central Perk · 01-19-2002, 12:30 PM

that kind of humor doesn't last in the 80s

fore284 · 08-26-2002, 05:38 PM

What are the New Munsters?

bunnyboilerboyuk · 08-26-2003, 10:05 PM

The Munsters Today was f***ing brilliant!!! Lee Meriwether and Howard Morton were great as Lily and Grandpa! Also, the stories were really funny, I mean , how can you NOT find this show funny?

I am also a fan of the origonal Munsters show, so take that into account, but I do favor The Munsters Today.

Ciao, peace, Frank.

dandelion wine · 02-24-2005, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TV Guy

I thought it made the original series look great in comparison.

I agree. Sorry, but this one just never interested me. I saw a few episodes and when you compare it the original.. ouch, this was a stinker.

08-26-2002, 05:38 PM	#6
fore284 Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Aug 24, 2002 Location: New York Posts: 199	The New Munsters? What are the New Munsters?
	__________________ Robert C Miller

08-26-2003, 10:05 PM	#7
bunnyboilerboyuk Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Aug 26, 2003 Location: Scotland, UK. Posts: 6	You people are ALL insane!!! The Munsters Today was f***ing brilliant!!! Lee Meriwether and Howard Morton were great as Lily and Grandpa! Also, the stories were really funny, I mean , how can you NOT find this show funny? I am also a fan of the origonal Munsters show, so take that into account, but I do favor The Munsters Today. Ciao, peace, Frank.

12-12-2001, 11:09 AM	#1
TJ Site Owner Administrator Forum Star Join Date: Feb 03, 2000 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 10,651	The New Munsters (1989) Reposted from old board: Posted by ClassicTVHits: I would have to say that one of the worst re-makes in TV History would have to be The New Munsters. #1: The Show wasn't funny. #2: The Cast was horrible. #3: It made the original series look horrible. ------------------ Stephen ClassicTVHits.com Posted by Jimbo: I have to agree with you. (BTW, I think this show was syndicated in some areas as "The New Munsters", and in others as "The Munsters Today"). It seems like anytime someone tries to bring back a classic show, and give it the title of "The New ______", the show is doomed from the start. For example, there was "The New Odd Couple", "The New WKRP in Cincinati", etc. Posted by Brandon 2006: It was called "The Munster today". I think the original is the best! Posted by Brandon 2006: oh yeah! it was 1988. And it lasted 3 seasons. 1988-1991. it was alright. Posted by LONEWOLF: The boy who played Eddie on the new one also played Eric's bestfriend on Boy Meets World.

01-14-2002, 09:44 PM	#2
Central Perk ~~~~~ Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 10, 2002 Posts: 4,553	To duplicate a show that only lasted for 2 years in the first place is just silly, a show about a monster family in the 80s/90s not good.

01-15-2002, 05:57 PM	#3
TV Guy Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 25, 2001 Location: Boston, MA, USA Posts: 3,419	I thought it made the original series look great in comparison.

01-19-2002, 01:16 AM	#4
LucyFan Still Loving Lucy! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Sep 23, 2001 Location: In the Wonderful World of Lucy! Posts: 8,198	I agree. Something that looks bad could make something else look good.

01-19-2002, 12:30 PM	#5
Central Perk ~~~~~ Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 10, 2002 Posts: 4,553	that kind of humor doesn't last in the 80s