
On Our Own
1994-09-13 · 23 min / episode · ★ 7.0
On Our Own is an American sitcom broadcast on ABC from September 13, 1994 to April 14, 1995. Created and executive produced by David W. Duclon, Thomas L. Miller and Robert L. Boyett, the series stars the Smollett siblings: JoJo, Jazz, Jussie, Jurnee, Jake, and Jocqui. In the O'Fallon Park neighborhood of St. Louis live the Jerrico family, consisting of seven kids: Josh, Jimi, Jai, Jesse, Jordee, Joc, and Jarreau. Six months ago, a car crash killed their parents. Since then, they have been raised by Josh, who often crossdresses as 'Aunt Jelcinda' to evade intervention from social services.
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- Creators
- David W. Duclon
- Production companies
- de Passe Entertainment, Miller/Boyett Productions, Warner Bros. Television, Lightkeeper Productions
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Ended
Top Cast
Ralph Louis HarrisJosh Jerrico / 'Aunt Jelcinda'
Jussie SmollettJesse Jerrico
Jurnee Smollett-BellJordee Jerrico
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