Essay on the series argues that it is probably most noteworthy for attempting to depict life in a high-rise tenement with some degree of realism.

Discover the two sitcoms that in turn spawned this one about a family living in the Chicago projects. Listen to the theme and link to cast bios.

Track the episodes from February 1974 to August 1979, and link to bios for Esther Rolle, John Amos, Jimmie Walker and the rest of the cast.

Fan expresses her appreciation of this controversial hit show produced by Norman Lear. Link to a vintage television Web ring.

Provides an overview of the hit '70s series starring Jimmie Walker and Esther Rolle. Link to outlines of other classic television series.