Kath and Kim is the American version of an originally Australian comedy series.  Adapted to American television by NBC on October 9th 2008, the original show created by Jane Turner and Gina Riley is reproduced in America with their guidance. The cast of Kath and Kim is as follows:  Molly Shannon as Kathleen "Kath" Day, Selma Blair as Kimberly Crystal "Kim" Day, John Michael Higgins as Phillip "Phil" Lesley Knight, Mikey Day as Craig Baker, Justina Machado as Angel, and Melissa Rauch as Tina.

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Kath and Kim is classified as a situational comedy.  Meaning the situations can be constantly changed and molded to the show creators liking.  This allows for total freedom in portraying any number of comedy inclusions, guests, and story lines.  NBC has announced that they will not keep Kath and Kim on the roster after 2009.  The reviews were absolutely terrible, but the ratings were strong.  Critics complained the show was the worst remake of the original Australian version they have ever seen.  Others see the show in a more positive light but they will definitely not be back on NBC for a second season. 

The show is rather funny when going for the gusto with the health and humor of the cast as a definite strong point.  This show represents what TV was designed to do.  To give people with nothing to do and no direction in their life some guaranteed enjoyment.  You can fall asleep to Kath and Kim, or pay attention to their verbal slapstick commentary.  Either way it's a really funny experience.  The subtle nuances in their anything goes comedy and over the top renditions are extremely entertaining.  Kath and Kim are the main characters and nearly every scene revolves around some aspect of their life.  If you like comedy programs that speak their mind and make an honest effort to generously relate to your life, you will love Kath and Kim.  It's a genuinely unique and brave approach to comedy. If you don't give your all while watching it you won't get as much out of it. 

The abrupt ending of the shows airing on NBC is quite disappointing.  Comedy talents appear on the show leaving a good impression  and make you want it to survive.  To have critics accuse this program of being a terrible recreation is absurd.  Many still hold hope for the show's survival through other networks, but NBC has made their decision.  Fans will have to find Kath and Kim on another network.