SANFORD AND SON

NBC’s Sanford and Son was based on BBC’s Steptoe and Son. The show follows the story of Fred Sanford (played effectively by comedian Redd Fox), a South-Central Los Angeles junk dealer.

Foxx’s portrayal made him a household name throughout the six seasons. Also in the show was Demond Wilson, who played Fred’s son Lamont. The show gained recognition for its catchy theme song, and the show is said to be the first successful African-American sitcom. Sanford and Son also took credit for inspiring the creation of follow-up sitcoms Good Times and The Jeffersons, both of which were also created by Lear.