The Story Behind
How did some of the most popular television shows and sitcoms come to be? Find out with this behind the scenes show letting viewers in on what really made these shows so successful.
- 1996-2015
- 1 season
- Pop TV
- Documentary
- TV-PG
How did some of the most popular television shows and sitcoms come to be? Find out with this behind the scenes show letting viewers in on what really made these shows so successful.
Season 1 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 1996 - 2015
Episode 1
Everybody Loves Raymond
Fri, Sep 13, 1996 41 mins
A fascinating in-depth look at the hit family sitcom, Everbody Loves Raymond (1996), includes behind-the-scenes clips and photos. Heartfelt comments from star Raymond Romano, a majority of the cast as well as the show's creator, Philip Rosenthal provide a true sense of the shows creation process and behind the scenes history.
Episode 2
The Story Behind: Home Improvement
Wed, Jan 14, 2015 42 mins
Tim Allen discusses Home Improvement (1991) and writers and directors talk about the show's popularity. Included: cast and crew members' reactions to Jonathan Taylor Thomas' early departure from the series.
Episode 3
The Story Behind: Full House
Wed, Jan 21, 2015 42 mins
A look at the family sitcom, Full House (1987), includes behind-the-scenes clips. Also: interviews with Dave Coulier and the show's creator, Jeff Franklin.
Episode 4
The Story Behind: Beverly Hills, 90210
Wed, Jan 28, 2015 42 mins
A look at the success of Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990). Included: how it helped the Fox network. Also: cast and crew members discuss Shannen Doherty's departure.
Episode 5
The Story Behind: Will & Grace
Wed, Feb 4, 2015 41 mins
Interviews with the cast and crew of the NBC sitcom, "Will and Grace" (1998).
Episode 6
Episode #1.6
Wed, Feb 11, 2015
Episode 7
Episode #1.7
Wed, Feb 18, 2015 42 mins
THE STORY BEHIND FRIENDS will feature exclusive interviews with cast and crew and give dedicated fans an inside look a timeless television classic. The special will feature interviews with Former President/CEO of Warner Bros Les Moonves, Former NBC President of Casting Lori Openden, Former NBC President of Entertainment Warren Littlefield and Former SVP Primetime Series NBC Jamie Tarses, Author "Friends 'Til the End and Friends: Official Companion" David Wild and Writer, Formerly People and TV Guide Craig Tomashoff.
Episode 8
ER
Wed, Feb 25, 2015 42 mins
THE STORY BEHIND ER celebrates the Emmy-winning series "ER" by featuring exclusive interviews with Steven Spielberg, Executive Producer John Wells and former President/CEO of Warner Bros Les Moonves in a 30-minute tell all special. Additional cast and crew members like Writer/Show runner Neal Baer, Casting Director John Levy, Former NBC President of Casting Lori Openden, Former NBC President of Entertainment Warren Littlefield, actress Sherry Stringfield and Writer/Producer/Co-Executive Producer Mimi Leder will sit down to discuss the series that lasted 15 seasons and set the precedent for all medical shows to come.
Episode 9
Episode #1.9
Tue, Aug 11, 2026
Episode 10
Episode #1.10
Tue, Aug 11, 2026