Committed – The 2001 animated series
Committed is a Canadian animated sitcom based on the comic strip of the same name by Michael Fry. Produced by Nelvana and Philippine Animators Group, the series aired on CTV from March 3 to June 8, 2001 and was broadcast by WE: Women's Entertainment in the United States. The series is based on the comic strip of the same name. The plot revolves around Joe Larsen, his wife Liz, their children Tracy, Zelda and Nicholas, and their dog Bob. The sitcom focuses on parents' efforts in balancing their careers and personal lives while caring for their children. The cartoon's interludes feature Bob acting as a Greek chorus, even breaking the fourth wall throughout the series.
The series features the voices of famous actors such as Eugene Levy as Joe Larsen, Catherine O'Hara as Liz Larsen, Andrea Martin as Frances Wilder and Dave Foley as Bob the Dog. The series consists of 13 episodes lasting approximately 23 minutes each. Episode titles include “Liz's Choice,” “Time Waits for No Mom,” “Mom on Strike,” and many more.
Committed received a largely negative review from Lynne Heffley of the Los Angeles Times, who stated that "not even the series' few genuinely resonant moments of parental reality can overcome forced plots." Despite this, the series had a passionate fan following and received praise for its celebrity voices and realistic portrayal of family life.
In conclusion, Committed is an animated sitcom that offers a unique perspective on family life and offers a light and funny comedy that reflects the challenges and joys of raising children. With a talented cast and an engaging plot, the series is worth watching for families and viewers of all ages.
Committed is a Canadian animated sitcom based on the comic strip of the same name by Michael Fry. Produced by Nelvana and Philippine Animators Group, the series aired on CTV from March 3 to June 8, 2001 and was broadcast by WE: Women's Entertainment in the United States. The series has 1 season with 13 episodes.
Director: Michael Fry
Author: Michael Fry, Mary Feller
Production Studio: CTV, Philippine Animators Group, Nelvana
Country: Canada, Philippines
Genre: Animated sitcom
Duration: Approximately 23 minutes
TV network: CTV
Release date: March 3, 2001 – June 8, 2001
Plot:
The series is based on the comic strip of the same name and follows father Joe Larsen, his wife Liz, their children Tracy, Zelda and Nicholas, and their dog Bob. The series' comedy focuses on parents' attempts to balance their careers and personal lives while raising their children. The cartoon's intermissions feature Bob acting like a Greek chorus as he frequently breaks the fourth wall. The series also features famous voice actors such as Eugene Levy, Catherine O'Hara, Andrea Martin and Dave Foley.
Episodes:
1. “Liz's Choice”
2. “Time waits for no mother”
3. “Mom on strike”
4. “My daughter the star”
5. “Two Minutes to Heaven”
6. “www.joie-de-tot.com”
7. “Life goes on, bra”
8. “Who wants to be a crillionaire?”
9. “Be my guest”
10. “Married to the Mob Rat”
11. “There Must Be a Pony”
12. “The university pension fund”
13. “Beauty is in the eye of the owner”
Critical reception:
Lynne Heffley of the Los Angeles Times gave the series a mostly negative review, stating that "Not even the series' few moments of authentic parenting reality can overcome the forced plots."
