Days of Our Lives

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GenreSoap opera
Created byTed Corday, Betty Corday
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons58
No. of episodes14,000+
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Executive producerKen Corday
ProducerAlbert Alarr
Production locationBurbank, California
Running time30 minutes (1965–1975), 60 minutes (1975–present)
Original release
NetworkNBC
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Days of Our Lives (often abbreviated to DOOL or Days) is an American soap opera broadcast on the NBC television network. It is one of the longest-running scripted television programs in the world, airing nearly every weekday since November 8, 1965. The series was created by Ted Corday and Betty Corday, and it has been produced by Corday Productions and Sony Pictures Television.

Premise[edit | edit source]

The show primarily focuses on the Horton family and the Brady family, and it is set in the fictional town of Salem. The series covers the trials and tribulations of the town's residents, including themes of love, family, betrayal, and redemption. Over the years, the show has introduced numerous characters and families, expanding its narrative scope.

History[edit | edit source]

Days of Our Lives was created by Ted Corday and Betty Corday. The show premiered on November 8, 1965, and was initially a 30-minute program. In 1975, the show expanded to a 60-minute format. The series has been known for its groundbreaking storylines, including the first interracial romance on daytime television and the first same-sex wedding.

Notable Characters[edit | edit source]

Production[edit | edit source]

The show is filmed in Burbank, California. Ken Corday, the son of the original creators, serves as the executive producer. The series has undergone several changes in its production team over the years, but it has maintained a consistent presence on daytime television.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Days of Our Lives has received numerous awards, including Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Drama Series. The show has also been praised for its social issue storylines, such as HIV/AIDS, mental health, and domestic violence.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD