Scoey Mitchell same name. The series cast members were predominantly black, making it the first American television sitcom since "Amos 'n' Andy" to have a predominantly black cast (Vito Scotti was the sole major white character). "Barefoot in the Park" had also previously been a successful 1967 film starring Robert Redford and Jane Fonda. It was thought by ABC that placing "Barefoot in the Park" behind "Bewitched" would do well, but because that show was already in a slump "Barefoot in the Park" never developed high numbers for the network. During its first few episodes, "Barefoot in The Park" developed behind-the-scenes strife
Barefoot in the Park (film) lamentation that Paul will not go running barefoot in Washington Square Park with her because of his sober and cautious demeanor. The phrase becomes emblematic of the differences between the two of them, and is made manifest in the film's climactic scene. The film's screenplay was written by Simon. Gene Saks directed Robert Redford, reprising his Broadway role of Paul, and Jane Fonda, who replaced the play's Elizabeth Ashley. Mildred Natwick reprises her stage role as the bride's mother, Charles Boyer is featured as the eccentric upstairs neighbor, and Herb Edelman reprises his stage role as a telephone installer. The