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Semi-Tough

1980 1 seasons 4 eps≈ 2h totalCanceledABCComedy

American comedy series inspired by the 1977 theatrical movie "Semi-Tough", based on the novel by Dan Jenkins. Pilot aired on January 6, 1980, followed by four episodes during summer season 1980, running on ABC.

Synopsis

American comedy series inspired by the 1977 theatrical movie "Semi-Tough", based on the novel by Dan Jenkins. Pilot aired on January 6, 1980, followed by four episodes during summer season 1980, running on ABC.

Cast

David HasselhoffDavid HasselhoffMarvin 'Shake' Tiller
Bruce McGillBruce McGill
Markie PostMarkie PostBarbara Jane Bookman
Bubba SmithBubba Smith
Ed PeckEd Peck
Hugh GillinHugh Gillin
Jim McKrellJim McKrell
Mary Jo CatlettMary Jo Catlett

Network

ABC

Status

Canceled

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Episode length

30 min

Total runtime

≈ 2h

First aired

1980

Country

United States

Genres

Comedy

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