The Tortellis (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Series · ★ 4.5
Released in 1987, The Tortellis is a comedy series.
What it’s about. The Tortellis is an American sitcom that aired from January to May 1987 on NBC. A spin-off of the hit series Cheers, The Tortellis stars Dan Hedaya and Jean Kasem. Nick Tortelli, the loutish ex-husband of Cheers waitress Carla Tortelli, moves to Las Vegas to try and reconcile with his bimbo second wife Loretta, who now lives with her more sensible, divorced sister Charlotte and nephew Mark.
Who’s in it. The Tortellis stars Dan Hedaya as Nick Tortelli, Jean Kasem as Loretta Tortelli, Timothy Williams as Anthony Tortelli and Carlene Watkins as Charlotte Cooper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Tortellis has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tortellis page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tortellis tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tortellis (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tortellis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tortellis worth watching?
- The Tortellis holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tortellis?
- The Tortellis stars Dan Hedaya, Jean Kasem, Timothy Williams, Carlene Watkins and Aaron Moffett.
- When was The Tortellis released?
- The Tortellis was released in 1987.