My So Called Life is one of the classic one-season wonders. It may have only lasted for 19 episodes, but the ABC show (which many people caught in reruns on MTV) has had more cultural impact than dozens of shows that ran for over 100 episodes. For teenagers looking for a show that could resonate with them in 1994, My So Called Life delivered with gusto.
Claire Danes starred as Angela Chase. She and her schoolmates deal with many issues facing teenagers, from the “very special episode” types to the “relatable minutiae” moments of growing up. Additionally, Angela’s parents are three-dimensional, high-quality characters as well.
Why couldn’t it last? One of its creators, Ed Zwick, detailed the reasons in this excerpt from his new book Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions. In short, it was ahead of its time.
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