The nostalgic docuseries turns its attention to one of the foundational sitcoms of American television, The Honeymooners. This installment examines why the classic comedy continues to be a cultural touchstone, even seventy years after it first premiered. The episode will focus on the creative genius of its star and driving force, Jackie Gleason, whose iconic performance as the loud-mouthed bus driver Ralph Kramden defined a television archetype for generations.
The program will analyze the timeless elements that have given the show its incredible longevity. It will look at the sharp, character-driven writing that captured the struggles of working-class life in 1950s Brooklyn with both humor and heart. By revisiting the classic “39 episodes,” the special makes the case for the show’s lasting influence on comedy and its unshakeable place in television history, celebrating a series that proved that a small apartment in Bensonhurst could be the stage for universal truths and enduring laughter.
TV We Love airs Monday November 3, 2025 at 8/7c on The CW.
