Evening Shade
“YOU CAN ALWAYS FIND LAUGHTER... IN A PLACE CALLED EVENING SHADE!”
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About
Evening Shade is an American sitcom television series that aired on CBS from 1990 to 1994. The series stars Burt Reynolds as Wood Newton, an ex-professional football player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who returns to rural Evening Shade, Arkansas to coach a high school football team with a long losing streak. Reynolds personally requested to use the Steelers as his former team because he is a fan. The general theme of the show is the appeal of small town life. Episodes ended with a closing narration by Ossie Davis summing up the events of the episode, always closing with "... in a place called Evening Shade." The show's final episode saw the guest appearances of Willie Nelson and Buzz Aldrin as escaped convicts on the run from authorities, the final scene being a spectacular shoot-out reminiscent of the final scene of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The opening segment included clips from around Arkansas, including the famous McClard's Bar-be-que, which is situated on Albert Pike Blvd. and South Patterson St. in Hot Springs National Park.
Cast
Burt Reynolds
as Wood Newton
Marilu Henner
as Ava Evans Newton
Hal Holbrook
as Evan Evans
Charles Durning
as Harlan Elldridge
Ann Wedgeworth
as Merleen Elldridge
Michael Jeter
as Herman Stiles
Jay R. Ferguson
as Taylor Newton
Ossie Davis
as Ponder Blue
Candace Hutson
as Molly Newton
Elizabeth Ashley
as Freida Evans
Jacob Parker
as Will Newton
Episodes
Season 1
A Day in the Life of Wood Newton
On his birthday/wedding anniversary, an innocent Wood is photographed with a stripper; and Prosecuting Attorney candidate Ava discovers she's pregnant despite Wood's vasectomy.
There Once Was A Boy Named Wood
Frieda babysits, and fills in for Evan on poker night when he has a date with Miss Beausoleil.
Whatever Happened to Clutch Newton?
On seeing an old game film, Wood discovers his most celebrated high school touchdown catch was actually out of bounds.
Sadie Hawkins Dance
During Sadie Hawkins week, the football team begins a seven-day series of pranks on Coach Newton.
Fast Women
Ava asks Wood to talk with both their son, Taylor, and her father about their choice in dates.
The Moustache Show
Ava's high-school flame visits; Will shaves off half of Wood's moustache.
All for Charity
Hoping to win Wood's favour, Herman, at a fundraiser, bids for and wins a weekend with Wood and his family.
Something to Hold Onto
Wood and the rest of town tutor the football players in algebra so they won't fail their classes and be barred from a big game.
Where does Evening Shade rank today?
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About Evening Shade
“YOU CAN ALWAYS FIND LAUGHTER... IN A PLACE CALLED EVENING SHADE!”
Evening Shade is an American sitcom television series that aired on CBS from 1990 to 1994. The series stars Burt Reynolds as Wood Newton, an ex-professional football player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who returns to rural Evening Shade, Arkansas to coach a high school football team with a long losing streak. Reynolds personally requested to use the Steelers as his former team because he is a fan. The general theme of the show is the appeal of small town life. Episodes ended with a closing narration by Ossie Davis summing up the events of the episode, always closing with "... in a place called Evening Shade." The show's final episode saw the guest appearances of Willie Nelson and Buzz Aldrin as escaped convicts on the run from authorities, the final scene being a spectacular shoot-out reminiscent of the final scene of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. The opening segment included clips from around Arkansas, including the famous McClard's Bar-be-que, which is situated on Albert Pike Blvd. and South Patterson St. in Hot Springs National Park. Across 4 seasons and 100 episodes, originally airing on CBS.
Evening Shade Cast and Characters
The cast features Burt Reynolds (as Wood Newton), Marilu Henner (as Ava Evans Newton), Hal Holbrook (as Evan Evans), Charles Durning (as Harlan Elldridge), and Ann Wedgeworth (as Merleen Elldridge). Their performances are a major reason Evening Shade has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Evening Shade NowWhy People Are Watching Evening Shade
Evening Shade flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Evening Shade
Where can I watch Evening Shade online for free?
You can watch Evening Shade online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does Evening Shade have?
Evening Shade has 100 episodes across 4 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Evening Shade good? What's the rating?
Evening Shade holds a 5.9/10 rating based on 14 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Evening Shade?
The main cast includes Burt Reynolds, Marilu Henner, Hal Holbrook, and Charles Durning, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Evening Shade available in English?
Yes — Evening Shade was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Evening Shade released?
Evening Shade first aired in 1990.
Do I need an account to watch Evening Shade on Bowood.TV?
No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch Evening Shade without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Evening Shade for free?
You can watch Evening Shade online for free on Bowood.TV. All 100 episodes across 4 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Evening Shade have?
Evening Shade currently has 4 seasons and a total of 100 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Evening Shade about?
Evening Shade is an American sitcom television series that aired on CBS from 1990 to 1994. The series stars Burt Reynolds as Wood Newton, an ex-professional football player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who returns to rural Evening Shade, Arkansas to coach a high school football team with a long losing streak. Reynol… It belongs to the Comedy genre.
In which language is Evening Shade originally available?
Evening Shade was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Evening Shade first released?
Evening Shade first premiered on September 21, 1990 (1990). The series has since concluded its run.
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