The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel: 10 Shocking Facts You Never Knew

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Story By Joe Frank

April 16 2023

1. The show was inspired by comedian Joan Rivers, the first female comedians to break into the male-dominated stand-up comedy in the 1950s and 1960s.

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2. The title character, Miriam "Midge" Maisel, is named after one of the show's producers, David Maisel.

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3. Rachel Brosnahan, who plays Midge Maisel, had to learn how to do stand-up comedy for the show from professional comedian.

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4. The show features a number of real-life comedians from the 1950s and 1960s, including Lenny Bruce, Sophie Lennon, and Bob Newhart.

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5. The show has won numerous awards, including eight Emmy Awards, three Golden Globe Awards, and three Critics' Choice Television Awards.

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6. The show's creator, Amy Sherman-Palladino, is known for her fast-paced dialogue and pop culture references, which are also evident in "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."

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7. The show has been praised for its attention to detail in recreating the 1950s and 1960s, from the clothing and hairstyles to the music and culture of the time.

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8. The show's theme song, 'Ain't Misbehavin', was originally written in 1929 and has been covered by numerous artists over the years.

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9. Tony Shalhoub, who plays Midge's father, Abe Weissman, is a three-time Emmy Award winner for his role in the show.

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10. The show has been renewed for a fifth season, which is currently in production.

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