
The Critic
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The Critic is an American prime time animated series created by writing partners Al Jean and Mike Reiss, who had previously worked as writers and showrunners on The Simpsons. The show follows the life of a 36-year-old film critic from New York named Jay Sherman, voiced by Jon Lovitz. 23 episodes were produced, first broadcast on ABC in 1994 and finishing its original run on Fox in 1995.
Synopsis
The Critic is an American prime time animated series created by writing partners Al Jean and Mike Reiss, who had previously worked as writers and showrunners on The Simpsons. The show follows the life of a 36-year-old film critic from New York named Jay Sherman, voiced by Jon Lovitz. 23 episodes were produced, first broadcast on ABC in 1994 and finishing its original run on Fox in 1995.
Title | The Critic |
Writer | Al Jean |
Director | Rich Moore & David Silverman |
Created by | Mike Reiss |
Productions | Gracie Films |
Network | ABC |

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Jay Sherman (voice)
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Marty Sherman (voice)
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Penny Tompkins (voice)
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Duke Phillips (voice)
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