Becker was an American situation comedy that originally aired on CBS from 1998 to 2004. Set in The Bronx, a borough of New York City, USA, the show starred Ted Danson as the title character, Dr. John Becker, a physician who operates a small practice and is constantly annoyed by his patients, co-workers, friends, and practically everything and everyone else in his world. As a result of his outspoken nature, Becker is inaccessible to most people that do not know him. His patients and friends are nonetheless loyal, because Becker portrays a kind-hearted side that shows that, despite his cantankerous personality, he really does care about them.
The series was produced by Paramount Television, which produced another successful sitcom starring Danson, Cheers being the first.
Misanthropic Dr. John Becker runs a clinic in New York City. He is assisted by super-capable Margaret Wyborn and less-than-capable Linda, who's only kept on because no one else can stand the doctor. Becker's best (some would say only) friend is the blind Jake Malinak, who runs a newsstand in the diner across the street. The diner used to be run by Reggie Kostas, but it has been taken over by Chris Conner, a lady whom Becker fluctuates between loathing and being attracted to. The diner is also frequented by Robert Benito, who is universally known as Bob and is the super at Becker's apartment (much to the doctor's regret). Written by Thanos6
