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Genre
Comedy

Cast
Zach Braff
Donald Faison
Sarah Chalke
John C. McGinley
Judy Reyes
Ken Jenkins
Neil Flynn

Creator
Bill Lawrence

Channel
NBC

Brief Synopsis
The show premiered on October 2, 2001. What distinguishes it from other sitcoms is its use of narration, unusually verbose characters, abrupt segues between subplots, breakneck pace and scenes of surreal escapism (usually presented as the thoughts and reveries of the main characters), counterpointed by poignant scenes where the characters address how doctors deal with death. It also lacks a laugh track, a traditional device in most sitcoms. Also, unlike most sitcoms, it uses a one camera setup (as opposed to a multicamera setup). The show is structured around various storylines, which are thematically linked via voice-overs, intended to deliver a small life-lesson, and often a joke. The series is also notable for numerous cameo appearances by well-known actors.

Awards
2002 Humanitas Prize, 30 minute category, for the episode 'My Old Lady'

Referenced from Wikipedia