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2003
1 Season
6.5 (722)

Whoopi is a vibrant sitcom that aired on NBC from 2003 to 2004, featuring the charismatic and talented Whoopi Goldberg in the lead role. The show revolves around the life of Mavis Rae, a sharp-witted and fiercely independent woman who is determined to make her mark in the world of entertainment and beyond. Mavis serves as the owner of a struggling theater in New York City, offering a perfect backdrop for the show's exploration of themes such as friendship, ambition, and the ups and downs of show business.

Set against the bustling, colorful landscape of New York, Mavis runs the rundown Playhouse Theater, where she faces an ongoing battle to keep the venue afloat and relevant amidst a fluctuating entertainment industry and fierce competition. The theater acts as a sanctuary for Mavis, showcasing her love for performance while also acting as a platform for a diverse cast of characters who often face their own struggles within the entertainment industry. The show's comedic and heartfelt moments are driven by Mavis's tenacious spirit and her determination to turn her theater into a prized landmark of creativity.

What makes Whoopi particularly engaging is its ensemble cast, which brings a rich variety of personalities to the forefront. Mavis is surrounded by a colorful group of friends and employees, each with distinct quirks and aspirations that contribute to the overall fabric of the show. Among them is her best friend and confidante, played by formidable actresses who deliver strong performances that complement Goldberg's magnetic presence. This camaraderie not only adds layers to the narrative but also offers a lens through which the audience can explore notions of loyalty, love, and the challenges of adulthood.

The comedic timing showcased throughout the series is one of its significant strengths. Whoopi Goldberg

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Seasons

22. Sins of the Sister

April 20, 2004

Courtney tells Mavis that the party wants him to run for state assembly.

21. Strange Bedfellows

April 13, 2004

Nasim gets a date through an agency.

20. Identity Crisis

April 6, 2004

Mavis's credit card is declined.

19. The Squatter

March 30, 2004

When an elderly tenant at the hotel becomes a safety hazard and drives Mavis and Courtney crazy as well, they take steps to move her to an assisted living facility.

18. Don't Hide Love

March 23, 2004

Sparks fly when Mavis schedules a Bush re-election party and a lesbian wedding at the hotel on the same day.

17. What Child Is This?

March 16, 2004

Mavis loses it when an obnoxious eight-year-old boy spends hours in the lobby while his parents are nowhere to be found. And Courtney meets a guy who works for the President.

16. No Sex in the City

March 2, 2004

It's girls' night out when Mavis and the gang take Soo Lin out for a bachelorette party. Nasim tells women he's an escort, and Mavis calls off Soo Lin's wedding.

15. The Last Dance

February 24, 2004

Mavis is shocked when one of her old dancing, drinking buddies shows up and tells her he's found Jesus.

14. Is Rita Pregnant?

February 3, 2004

Rita announces she's pregnant.

13. Airplane!

January 13, 2004

Mavis is under pressure to lose her fear of flying so she can go to the Bahamas with her poker group.

12. American Woman

January 6, 2004

Courtney and Nasim, who's studying for his citizenship class, becomes concerned when they learn that the hotel's hosting a group of medicinal marijuana-smoking senior citizens

11. The Fat and the Frivolous

December 9, 2003

When a very large man breaks one of the hotel's beds and then threatens to sue, Mavis takes a stand.

10. Mother's Little Helper

November 18, 2003

Mavis freaks out when Courtney tells her he's invited their parents to meet Rita and that they'll be arriving at the hotel that afternoon.

9. Sticky Fingers

November 11, 2003

When Mavis is accused of shoplifting, she agrees to be interviewed for television to prove her innocence.

8. Rita Plays Poker

October 28, 2003

When Mavis, at Courtney's insistence, invites Rita to be a fifth a poker, Rita has such a great time that Courtney regrets his suggestion.

7. She Ain't Heavy, She's My Partner

October 21, 2003

The past comes back to haunt Mavis when ex-partner Florence shows up for their other partner's funeral.

6. The Vast Right Wing Conspiracy

October 14, 2003

When President Bush comes to town, Courtney rushes off to try to get a glimpse of him. But it's Mavis who actually meets the man when she least expects it.

5. Smoke Gets in Your Eyes

October 7, 2003

Mavis just wants to see a hockey game but finds herself on a blind date'with a blind guy.

4. Shout

September 30, 2003

The NYPD's gone crazy and citizens can't make a move without getting a ticket, so Mavis goes to court to fight for herself and Nasim. And Courtney has a fight of his own'with an ATM machine.

3. Once Bitten

September 23, 2003

When Mavis gets bitten by Rita's pet ferret, both Mavis and the ferret require medical attention.

2. Don't Hide Your Bag

September 16, 2003

Everyone is jumpy because its an orange alert day.

1. Pilot

September 9, 2003

Mavis works at turning her hotel into a first class accommodation as she deals with her stodgy unemployed brother, her feisty Persian handyman and her brother's wanna-be street sister girlfriend.

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