"Will & Grace" had a great run from 1998 to 2006. However, it is noted that it, like almost all shows, lost its steam after awhile and became a different show. This occurred right around the time of the 6th season. The writing dumbed down slightly as the characters became caricatures, each with their own "go-to" joke [ Grace's eating, Karen's alcohol/pill popping habits, etc. ]. The chemistry was also thrown off somewhat as Leo become more of a main character, upsetting the balance of the four leads, especially Will & Grace. The show, in my opinion, remained funny despite its ups and downs.
There is a good reason all four lead actors won Emmys for their roles. They make their characters funny and believable, despite their outlandishness. Will and Grace are best friends, and both needy and neurotic in their own right. Jack is vain and rarely takes anything seriously, while Karen is both tactless and filthy rich. It is called "Will & Grace" but Jack & Karen often end up stealing the show. Whether they are both playing off of each other, making fun of Will & Grace, or just being their wacky selves, Sean Hayes & Megan Mullally play them both with amazing comedic timing and wit. All four actors are hilarious in their own right, however, and they all have great chemistry together. Stand out supporting characters are Shelley Morrison as Rosario, Karen's maid who's just as feisty as she is, and Leslie Jordan as Beverly Leslie, the very short and feminine rival of Karen who always pops up when least expected.
The show is also noted for its laundry list of celebrity guest stars, a handful of them playing themselves in tongue-in-cheek ways [ Cher, Elton John, Jennifer Lopez]. Some people complain about the countless guest spots, but I don't think it takes away from the show, especially since the show has a few pop culture references every episode.
"Will & Grace" is a show that can be enjoyed by most. Yes, the two lead male characters are gay, but its still a show one can find funny, regardless of sexual preference. It was at its best for the first 4 or 5 seasons, but its a great show despite the slump it fell in the last few seasons. And even during that slump, I believe it remained entertaining.
There is a good reason all four lead actors won Emmys for their roles. They make their characters funny and believable, despite their outlandishness. Will and Grace are best friends, and both needy and neurotic in their own right. Jack is vain and rarely takes anything seriously, while Karen is both tactless and filthy rich. It is called "Will & Grace" but Jack & Karen often end up stealing the show. Whether they are both playing off of each other, making fun of Will & Grace, or just being their wacky selves, Sean Hayes & Megan Mullally play them both with amazing comedic timing and wit. All four actors are hilarious in their own right, however, and they all have great chemistry together. Stand out supporting characters are Shelley Morrison as Rosario, Karen's maid who's just as feisty as she is, and Leslie Jordan as Beverly Leslie, the very short and feminine rival of Karen who always pops up when least expected.
The show is also noted for its laundry list of celebrity guest stars, a handful of them playing themselves in tongue-in-cheek ways [ Cher, Elton John, Jennifer Lopez]. Some people complain about the countless guest spots, but I don't think it takes away from the show, especially since the show has a few pop culture references every episode.
"Will & Grace" is a show that can be enjoyed by most. Yes, the two lead male characters are gay, but its still a show one can find funny, regardless of sexual preference. It was at its best for the first 4 or 5 seasons, but its a great show despite the slump it fell in the last few seasons. And even during that slump, I believe it remained entertaining.