For this one half-hour, Frasier is high-class entertainment. Grammer does scowling exasperation as well as any actor in America (it's hard to imagine an actor who could get more laughs trading looks with a dog), the fraternal relationship is wonderful, and the work-place material works perfectly (thanks to another fine supporting performance from Peri Gilpin). [16 Sept 1993, p.C7]

A series that constructs its characters and situations with care and skill from the start rather than relying on seeking to confirm expectations. [16 Sept 1993]

So far, Martin and Daphne have been good for a few solid laughs per show,but the indispensable costar has proven to be Frasier's brother, Niles, played by David Hyde Pierce.

If the premiere of Frasier does not manufacture laughs as consistently as one might expect from a "Cheers" offspring, it's still a cleverly written show with a quality cast that bodes well for the future. Mahoney is superb as the father, who reveals his inner feelings grudgingly, and Grammer is a master of the witty response. [16 Sept 1993, p.F11]

Warning: This is not "Cheers II." With the morose Crane as the central character, the Frasier spinoff reflects the gloomy, occasionally pompous personality of the guilt-burdened shrink and the star who plays him. The humor is moody and cerebral, like the chilly Grammer. But that's not bad - especially in this season of warm and gooey domestic sitcoms. [16 Sept 1993, p.43]

Served up this time as the main course instead of an ensemble hors d'oeurve, Kelsey Grammer's Frasier Crane has been toned down from his overbearing "Cheers" years. He's slightly less pompously goofy, making him far more acceptable in these larger doses.[16 Sept 1993, p.B6]

The radio call-in studio is fertile comedic territory. Less so, the home turf. Though Mahoney is a great actor, his character is so sour and bitter as to be off-putting. Some of the dialogue, though delivered with neat timing, is obvious and crude. [14 Sept 1993, p.2]

An absolute classic season! Straight from the good son, the pilot episode we begin to adore the cast and learn about Maris. Each episode felt fresh and all made me laugh.

An absolutely fantastic show that is smart, funny, tragic and slapstick all at the same time. But all done with class and a great amount of finesse. Overall: Pretty much my favorite comedy show of all time.

Classic! what can i say. Smart, witty and excellent ensemble cast. The fact that it is a spinoff of Cheers and one of a minor character from that show. It is the well-written script and the acting that made the show last that long.

Loved all these although haven’t seen every season but season number one was definitely one of my favourites.

A spin-off from the hugely popular Cheers, Frasier reintroduces us to psychiatrist Frasier Crane who has relocated from Boston to Seattle and now hosts his own radio show. Kelsey Grammer was simply born to play Frasier Crane and this first season, whilst not demonstrating the show at its absolute best, does a great job of expanding his world. The supporting cast, including his equally pompous brother Niles, down to Earth father Martin and slightly crazy home care worker Daphne are all great additions and the show is consistently funny throughout the entire twenty four episodes on offer here.