The ways in which this show influenced the MTM show a few years later are obvious. The apartment resembles Mary's, the Ted Baxter character is a copy of the Oscar North character, etc. In fact, the show feels more like it was made in the 70s than the 60s. I have mixed feelings about it. There are some good, funny lines, and the chemistry and affection between the two leads is obvious (they were married in real life). It was also nice to FINALLY see a married couple sleeping in the same bed (no ridiculous twin beds). The way that Jack Cassidy played Oscar North was also funny. But it's not perfect. I found the handyman character to be annoying. I also thought the concept of a fire station just a few feet from their living room was ridiculous, but Harry the fireman was a good part of the ensemble.
Review of He & She
