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Season 1 – The King of Queens

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Doug Heffernan puts in a long day's work delivering parcels and comes home each night to his loving wife, Carrie; unfortunately, he also comes home to his wacko father-in-law, Arthur.
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The King of Queens — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Strong chemistry among its charming leads can't help The King of Queens rise above its toothless humor and dated sitcom set-ups.

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Jonathan Storm Philadelphia Inquirer Combine that with appalling canards about toilet training and the heftiness of Hillary Clinton's behind, and it doesn't really matter if... stars Kevin James and Leah Remini actually project a modicum of appeal. Mar 19, 2021 Full Review Hal Boedeker Orlando Sentinel The King of Queens isn't master of its time slot yet, but with consistent writing, it could follow in the tradition of The Honeymooners. Rated: 3/5 Apr 24, 2020 Full Review Kay McFadden Seattle Times A nuanced update on "The Honeymooners," helped by the chemistry between [Kevin] James and wife Leah Remini. Still, too much [Jerry] Stiller can swamp your show. Rated: 2.5/4 Apr 24, 2020 Full Review Rich Heldenfels Akron Beacon Journal It's a stupid premise, badly rendered. Mar 17, 2021 Full Review David Zurawik Baltimore Sun [Jerry] Stiller may not be enough to save this pack of wrongheaded cliches, but it will be fun watching him try. Apr 24, 2020 Full Review Scott D. Pierce Deseret News (Salt Lake City) What "The King of Queens" has going for it is the enormously appealing duo of [Kevin] James and [Leah] Remini. They're charming and likable. But the show itself is only moderately amusing in spots - not nearly as funny as it ought to be. Apr 24, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Tyler M Amazing show. I used to watch this when it aired live and it was amazing back then. Still holds up today. This show is a good example of why the critic score doesn’t mean anything when it comes to good media. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/30/25 Full Review G O This is one of my favorite TV shows ever! Sure the first season starts a little bumpy but once the show picks up steam it's awesome. The chemistry between the cast is strong, the writing is super witty and they always go for the laugh. (Unlike other shows which become sappy) God bless this show it's gotten me through some tough times ❤️ It's rating on here should be 100% Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/10/25 Full Review Audience Member One of the worst comedy shows, 9 seasons of this! That's the biggest joke of this show, why on earth would they continue after season 1 and for another 8 seasons after that 😳 majority of jokes don't even work in this, kevin james character just cli-che annoying fat guy vibes, should of pulled plug after pilot...can't believe channel 4 still run it every morning 😂 Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 11/27/24 Full Review Green C One of the best comedy series on TV. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/23/23 Full Review Audience Member All 9 seasons get 5 stars. Best show ever. I love Doug, Carrie, Arthur, deacon, Spence, Richie, and everyone else in the amazing show. So many fond memories of watching this. Also many memories of watching this show during hard times. I used to want to work for UPS because Doug made IPS seem some dope! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/24/25 Full Review Aurora A King of Queens is an outstanding sit-com led by Kevin James and Leah Remini, two irresistible actors who make you wish to be their neighbours. On the same stellar level of Everybody Loves Raymond. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/01/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Kevin James

Doug Heffernan

Leah Remini

Carrie Heffernan

Jerry Stiller

Arthur Spooner

Lisa Rieffel

Actor

Bryan Cranston

Guest Star

Victor Williams

Deacon Palmer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 21, 1998 Pilot In-laws (Jerry Stiller, Lisa Rieffel) displace Doug Heffernan (Kevin James) and his 70-inch TV from a basement lair; with Leah Remini. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 28, 1998 Fat City Doug tries to trick Carrie into going on a diet after he sees a photo of her overweight mother. With Jerry Stiller. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 5, 1998 Cello, Goodbye Doug feels threatened when Carrie's new job at a law firm gives her a taste of big-city sophistication. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 12, 1998 Richie's Song Doug can't work up the courage to tell Richie (Larry Romano) that his wife (Michele Maika) is cheating on him. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 19, 1998 Paternal Affairs Arthur is immediately smitten with Doug's favorite aunt (Brenda Vaccaro) and asks permission to court her. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 26, 1998 Head First Doug makes an effort to be more friendly with Arthur and soon discovers the benefits and risks of allowing his father-in-law to tag along with him in public. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 2, 1998 The Rock Doug and Carrie debate the advantages of selling her engagement ring after discovering that it is worth a fortune. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 9, 1998 Educating Doug Carrie feels that she and Doug are getting stupid as a couple, so she enrolls them and Spence into a class where they read a book and discuss it. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 16, 1998 Road Rayge Doug loses his license to drive after Ray Barone (Ray Romano) cheats off his driving test. Brad Garrett and Peter Boyle also guest star. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 23, 1998 Supermarket Story Doug, Carrie and Arthur face a chaotic trip to the grocery store on the day before Thanksgiving; Doug encounters a stranger from his past. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 14, 1998 Noel Cowards Arthur's Christmas gift to Doug and Carrie provides a solution to the couple's car troubles that ends up being worse than the problem. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 21, 1998 Fixer Upper Carrie fixes Spence (Patton Oswalt) up with an extremely timid girl from her office, but advice from Doug threatens a good thing. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 11, 1999 Best Man Doug learns that Carrie was once the lover of the groom at a wedding they are attending; Arthur is unhappy when he doesn't get the entree that he ordered at the reception. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 18, 1999 Dog Days A barking dog means sleepless nights for Doug and Carrie; Arthur thinks that a popular comic strip is based on his life. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 1, 1999 Crappy Birthday Doug forgets Carrie's 30th birthday and has plans to watch the wrestling match; Doug must scramble to put together a romantic evening. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 8, 1999 S'ain't Valentine's Arthur meets an intoxicating stranger at a singles' dance; Carrie and Doug's romantic evening is spoiled. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 15, 1999 Court Date Doug encourages Carrie to date the police officer who stopped her, hoping to get out of her fourth traffic ticket of the year and avoid a hefty increase in their car insurance. Details Episode 18 Aired Feb 22, 1999 White Collar Doug inherits his shift supervisor's job after an untimely death but soon misses his old responsibilities. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 1, 1999 Rayny Day Ray (Ray Romano) invites Doug to play golf at an exclusive country club; Marie (Doris Roberts) teaches Carrie how to clean a house. Details Episode 20 Aired Mar 15, 1999 Train Wreck Doug is disappointed when Carrie isn't jealous of his beautiful trainee; Arthur feels he's been scammed when he orders a gravestone. Details Episode 21 Aired Apr 5, 1999 Hungry Man Carrie is embarrassed by Doug when he shows up unexpectedly and famished at her boss's elegant "drinks-only" cocktail party. Details Episode 22 Aired Apr 26, 1999 Time Share Carrie befriends her annoying neighbors so that their week at a Hamptons time share does not go unused; Arthur develops a nasty rash. Details Episode 23 Aired May 3, 1999 Where's Poppa? Doug convinces cousin Danny (Gary Valentine) to take Arthur for the weekend; Doug is hit by a baseball and meets a new friend (Bill Cosby) at Dr. Becker's (Ted Danson) office. Details Episode 24 Aired May 10, 1999 Art House Arthur moves into his own apartment after Doug tells him how he feels about his eccentric behavior; Carrie is concerned that her father can't take care of himself. Details Episode 25 Aired May 17, 1999 Maybe Baby A visit with Deacon's three-year-old son prompts Doug and Carrie think about having a baby; Arthur recalls the night Carrie was born. Details

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Season Info

Director
Mark Cendrowski, Rob Schiller, Robert Berlinger, Gail Mancuso, Pamela Fryman
Executive Producer
Michael J. Weithorn
Screenwriter
Michael J. Weithorn, David Bickel, Kevin James, Ira Fritz, Cathy Yuspa, Tony Sheehan, Neal Howard, Stacie Lipp, Nancy Cohen, Gary Valentine, Josh Goldsmith, David Litt, Rock Reuben
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-PG (L)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 21, 1998
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