On this day June 21, 1986, the sitcom Me and Mrs. C made its debut on NBC. The series followed the unlikely friendship between a young woman named Katy, who worked as a cab driver, and a recently widowed older woman, Mrs. C. Together, they ran a cab company in Manhattan, dealing with daily challenges, quirky customers, and their own generational differences.
Despite a charming cast and heartfelt premise, the show struggled to find a consistent audience. It lasted for two seasons with a total of 19 episodes before being quietly canceled. While not a major hit, it offered viewers a warm and lighthearted look at female friendship during a decade where sitcoms often dominated television schedules.
80s insight: Me and Mrs. C was part of a wave of character driven sitcoms in the mid 80s that aimed to mix comedy with heart, reflecting the decade’s growing interest in stories centered on strong women and everyday connection.