- flavo4328 december 2025Taxi is one of those rare sitcoms that feels effortlessly timeless, thanks to a pitch‑perfect blend of character work, sharp writing, and a cast that would go on to define an era of comedy. Judd Hirsch anchors the show with warmth and grounded charm, yet there are moments when he’s almost overshadowed by the sheer talent surrounding him—Danny DeVito, Christopher Lloyd, Marilu Henner, Tony Danza, and Andy Kaufman all deliver unforgettable performances that elevate even the simplest scenes. The premise is straightforward, but that simplicity is its strength: a group of cab drivers navigating life, dreams, and disappointments in a dingy garage. What makes it soar is the dialogue—smart, quirky, and often side‑splittingly funny. Decades later, the humour still lands, and the characters remain as endearing as ever. Taxi isn’t just a classic sitcom; it’s a masterclass in ensemble comedy.
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Taxi has 5 seasons.
Taxi has 114 episodes.
The key characters in Taxi are Alex Reiger (Judd Hirsch), Louie De Palma (Danny DeVito), Elaine O'Connor-Nardo (Marilu Henner).
Taxi was directed by James Burrows, Noam Pitlik, Michael Zinberg, Richard Sakai, Michael Lessac, Danny DeVito, Harvey Miller, Stan Daniels, Howard Storm, Joan Darling, Ed. Weinberger, Will Mackenzie.
Taxi was produced by Sam Simon, Richard Sakai, Ian Praiser, Les Charles, Ken Estin, Eileen Brennan, Glen Charles, Howard Gewirtz.
Louie De Palma is een chagrijnige, bijtende taxichauffeur in New York City. Hij probeert de orde te bewaren over een verzameling gevarieerde en vreemde personages die voor hem rijden. Terwijl hij hen pest en beledigt vanuit de veiligheid van zijn 'kooi', vormen ze een speciale band met elkaar, worden ze vrienden en steunen ze elkaar door de onvermijdelijke beproevingen van het leven.
Taxi is rated TV-PG.
Taxi is a Komedie, Drama show.
Taxi has an audience rating of 7.7 out of 10.
Taxi episodes are 30 m long.
No, this show was canceled after 5 seasons.