In the entertainment industry, only a handful of people can rightfully be called show creators. These are the men and women who dream up the concept of a show, pitch the idea to networks and finally, get it made. As anyone working behind the scenes would tell you, the road from idea to production is not a simple one. And yet, the likes of Chuck Lorre seem to succeed against all odds.
Based on his IMDb profile, it seems Lorre got started in the industry by writing for several tv shows in the 80s. These include “Charles in Charge,” “Beany and Cecil,” “My Two Dads,” and “Defenders of the Earth.” And then, in the 90s, Lorre went from writing shows to creating and producing them.
Just to give you a better idea, here are Lorre’s TV shows ranked from worst to best:
12 The United States Of Al Is An Upcoming Sitcom About The Friendship Between A Combat Veteran And His Interpreter
“The United States of Al” is an upcoming CBS comedy that delves into the friendship between a Marine combat veteran named Riley and interpreter Al who had worked as an interpreter for Riley’s unit. The show stars Parker Young as Riley and Adhir Kalyan as Al. They are joined by Dean Norris, Elizabeth Alderfer, and Kelli Gross.
11 Frannie’s Turn Is A 90s Sitcom About A Woman Dealing With Family And Chauvinistic Men
“Frannie’s Turn” was a show that Lorre was asked to develop by his “Roseanne” bosses Marcy Carsey and Tom Werner. Eventually, the show was cancelled after only five weeks. Of that time in his career, Lorre told Variety, “To my amazement Tom Werner said to me, ‘Well that was a noble failure. Let’s try something else.”
10 Grace Under Fire Centers Around A Recovering Alcoholic
“Grace Under Fire” is a show that revolves around Grace Kelly, a recovering alcoholic trying her best to raise three children as a single parent. The series starred Brett Butler as Grace. Meanwhile, she was joined by Casey Sander, Dave Thomas, Julie White, Kaitlin Cullum, Cole Sprouse, Dylan Sprouse, and John Steuer.
9 Cybill Is About A Middle-Aged Woman Trying To Be Successful In Hollywood
In “Cybill,” we meet a struggling actress who is trying her best to establish a successful career. Things get even more complicated when Cybill has to deal with her two former husbands, two daughters, and one best friend. Actress Cybill Shepherd starred in the titular role. The cast also included Christine Baranski, Alicia Witt, and Alan Rosenberg.
8 Disjointed Is A Series That Only Lasted One Season
“Disjointed” is a multi-camera comedy series that starred Kathy Bates. On the show, Bates portrayed Ruth Whitefeather Feldman, an owner of a cannabis dispensary in L.A. She is joined by her son, a security guard and three budtenders. Unfortunately, the show suffered low ratings from critics. After just one season, Netflix decided to cancel it.
7 Dharma & Greg Revolves Around A Couple Who Marry During Their First Date
“Dharma & Greg” is a tv sitcom about a couple who clearly jumped feet first into marriage. The show starred Jenna Elfman as Dharma Finkelstein Montgomery, a free-spirited yoga instructor. Meanwhile, Thomas Gibson played Greg Montgomery, a conservative lawyer and complete opposite of Dharma. Elfman won a Golden Globe for her performance in the series.
6 In Bob Hearts Abishola, An American Man Falls In Love With A Nigerian Nurse And Things Get Interesting
When Lorre came up with “Bob Hearts Abishola,” he had a specific goal in mind. At the Television Critics Association, he explained, “The story I wanted to tell is about the greatness of first-generation immigrants. The hard work, the rigorous honesty that goes with coming here and grabbing hold of the American dream.”
5 Two And A Half Men Features A Jingle Writer Who Ends Up Sharing A Home With His Brother And Nephew
Even today, it’s safe to say that “Two And a Half Men” is one of Lorre’s greatest television accomplishments. Initially, the show starred Charlie Sheen and Jon Cryer. However, Sheen was fired by Warner Bros. after referring to Lorre as a “stupid, stupid little man.” During the show’s ninth season, Ashton Kutcher joined the show to effectively take Sheen’s place.
4 Young Sheldon May Be Interesting, But It’s Still Nothing Like The Big Bang Theory
“Young Sheldon” was developed on the heels of “The Big Bang Theory.” In fact, its central character is a younger version of Sheldon from the ‘Big Bang’ gang. Other than that, however, it bears no other resemblance to its parent show. Iain Armitage stars as young Sheldon Cooper. He is joined by Zoe Perry, Lance Barber, and Raegan Revord.
3 Mom Centers On Two Generations Of Mothers Who Continue To Learn From Each Other
On “Mom,” Anna Faris stars as Christy, a newly sober single mother who is trying to get her life on track. However, her own mother Bonnie, played by Allison Janney, comes into her life and makes the situation complicated. The show also stars William Fichtner, Jaime Pressly, Mimi Kennedy, and Beth Hall.
2 The Kominsky Method Is A Netflix Series About An Old Acting Coach And His Best Friend
“The Kominsky Method” is a Netflix series that centers on an aging acting coach and his longtime agent. The series stars Michael Douglas and Alan Arkin in the lead roles. They are joined by Nancy Travis and Sarah Baker. So far, the show has achieved three Emmy nominations. Meanwhile, it also received six Golden Globe nominations and two wins.
1 The Big Bang Theory Is A Show That Got Us To Fall In Love With Geeks
“The Big Bang Theory” is a recently concluded show that won over critics and audiences alike. The series starred Jim Parsons, Johnny Galecki, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal, Nayyar, Mayim Bialik, and Melissa Rauch. Throughout its run, it secured 55 Emmy nominations and 10 Emmy awards. The show also got seven Golden Globe nominations and one Golden Globe win.