Watching Ellie is an American television sitcom that stars Julia Louis-Dreyfus and was created by her husband, Brad Hall and aired on NBC from February 26, 2002 to May 20, 2003.
Sixteen episodes were broadcast before it was canceled due to low ratings, the show received mixed reviews.
Both focused on the character of cabaret singer Ellie Riggs (Louis-Dreyfus), with markedly different approaches.
Each 22-minute episode was meant to portray a 22-minute slice of Ellie's life, in real time.
Nearly a full year later, the show reappeared as a more traditional sitcom, with multiple cameras and a live studio audience plus an added laugh track.