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6.9 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 3459 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Huge egos. Backbiting assistants. Screaming deadlines. Claudia “Claude” Casey has moved up in the secretarial world of television news, from permanent floater to the anchor’s desk. It’s a short elevator ride from the depths of the mailroom to the executive summit, but still the ice queen assistants give her a chilly reception. Now, can this perky former temp’s warmth and humanity melt the hearts of the competitive up-and-comers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Sara Rue, Zachary Levi, Andrea Parker, Andy Dick
\nCreators:<\/strong> Terri Minsky
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4 seasons, 81 episodes, 30-minute runtime<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like Less Than Perfect (2002)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Benched (2014)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.1 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 2824 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A corporate lawyer who loses her career, her status, and her fiance takes a job at the only place that will hire her: the Public Defender’s office.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Eliza Coupe, Jay Harrington, Carter MacIntyre, Oscar Nu\u00f1ez
Creators:<\/strong> Damon Jones, Michaela Watkins
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1 season, 12 episodes, 23.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Sean Saves the World (2013)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.2 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 2144 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Centers on Sean, who must figure out how to parent his 14-year-old daughter, who just moved in, while navigating a temperamental new boss at work.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Sean Hayes, Megan Hilty, Echo Kellum, Samantha Isler
Creators:<\/strong> Victor Fresco
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1 season, 15 episodes, 30.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Superior Donuts (2017)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.5 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 3324 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Sympathetic old-school doughnut shop owner Arthur, his spunky young employee and aspiring artist, Franco, and their friends and patrons keep the shop going in a changing culturally-mixed inner city Chicago neighborhood.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Jermaine Fowler, David Koechner, Maz Jobrani, Katey Sagal
Creators:<\/strong> Bob Daily, Garrett Donovan, Neil Goldman
Directors:<\/strong>
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2 seasons, 34 episodes, 21.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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In the early 2000s, amidst a sea of workplace sitcoms, Less Than Perfect<\/strong> carved out its own niche. Premiering in 2002, this ABC show brought a fresh perspective to the genre, focusing on the life of Claude Casey (played by Sara Rue), a temp turned permanent secretary at a fictional television news network. The show, while not always in the spotlight, has garnered a loyal fan base over the years for its unique charm, humor, and relatable characters. Let’s take a closer look at what made Less Than Perfect<\/strong> stand out.<\/p>\n

The Premise<\/h2>\n

At its core, Less Than Perfect<\/strong> is about the underdog. Claude Casey starts off as a temp and, through sheer determination, lands a permanent position working for news anchor Will Butler (played by Eric Roberts). The show is set in the bustling environment of a television news network, providing a backdrop full of potential for both comedy and drama. Claude, with her optimistic and earnest demeanor, navigates the challenges of her job, friendships, and love life, often with humorous results.<\/p>\n

The Characters<\/h2>\n

One of the show’s strongest suits is its ensemble cast. Each character brings something unique to the table, contributing to the show’s dynamic.<\/p>\n