Popi (TV series)

Popi is an American sitcom which aired on CBS from January 20, 1976 to August 24, 1976.[1][2] The show, which ran for eleven episodes,[2] was adapted from the 1969 film of the same name and was one of the first series on American network television to feature a Latino cast and theme.[2] Popi starred actor Héctor Elizondo as a Puerto Rican widower, and Edith Diaz.[2]

Popi
Genresitcom
StarringHéctor Elizondo
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes10
Production
Running time30 minutes
Production companyMGM Television
Release
Original networkCBS
Original releaseJanuary 20 (1976-01-20) –
August 24, 1976 (1976-08-24)

Cast
  • Héctor Elizondo as Abraham Rodriguez
  • Edith Diaz as Lupe
  • Anthony Perez as Junior Rodriguez
  • Dennis Vasquez as Luis Rodriguez
  • Lou Criscuolo as Maggio

References
  1. The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows 1946-Present. Ballantine Books. 2003. p. 948. ISBN 0-345-45542-8.
  2. "Actress Edith Diaz dies at 70; Credits include 'Sister Act' films and CBS' 'Popi' sitcom". The Hollywood Reporter. 2010-02-08. Retrieved 2010-03-18.


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