This is a list of some of the shows that make up the history of African American television. Here is where some shows rank as long running shows.
Shows that last for one season will not be added for there are too many to list. Although there will be some noteworthy exceptions.
Long Running Shows in African American History
1. The Jefffersons (1975-1986) 11 years
2. Family Matters (1989-1998) 9 years (last comedy of the 80s to end)
8 Years
The Cosby Show (1984-92)
Different Strokes (1978-1986)
6 Years
Sister, Sister (1992-99)
A Different World (1987-93)
Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990-96)
Living Single (1992-98)
The Steve Harvey Show (1996-2001)
5 Years
Sanford & Son (1972-1979)
Martin (1992-97)
Good Times (1974-79)
Hangin With Mr. Cooper (1992-97)
227 (1985-90)
Amen (1986-91)
Jamie Foxx (1996-2001)
4 Years
My Wife & Kids (2000-)
The Hughleys (1996-2002)
The Parent Hood (1995-99)
The Wayan Brothers (1995-99)
In The House (1995-1999)
Malcolm and Eddie (1996-2000)
The Famous Jett Jackson (1998-2001)
The Parkers (1999-)
3 Years
Static Shock (1999-)
The Proud Family (2000-)
The Cosby (1996-2000)
Smart Guy (1996-99)
Sparks (1995-98)
2 Years
Cedric The Entertainer Presents (2002-03)
Between Brothers (1997-99)
Getting By (1993-94)
Getting Personel (1996-98)
City of Angels (1999-2001)
One Season Wonders
All About the Anderson (2003)
All of Us (2003)
Here and Now (1993-94)
Sinbad (1993-94)
Rhythm and Blues (1993-94)
Royal Family (1990-91)
Grownups (1999-2000)
Goode News (1996-97)
Charlie and Company (1985-86)
Gregory Hines Show (1997-98)
Thea (1993-94) Brady's first show and had the ratings for a second season, but was canceled in favor of a low rated white show.
Me and The Boys (1993-94) Steve Harvey's show that finished 21st in the ratings.
New Attitude (1990)
Buddies (1996)
Minor Adjustments (1996-1997)
Sugar & Spice (1987)
Unsold pilots
Da Brat tv show (1998)
Coolio show (1999)
The Last Days of Ernest (1993)
Keepin It Real (1997)
A Little bit Strange (1989)
Deon Richmond show (1994)
Kid and Play detective show (1994)
The Boys (1991)
Mr. Logan with Bow Wow (2003)
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