The Amanda Show

The Amanda Show, a lively sketch comedy series, graced Nickelodeon's lineup from 1999 to 2002, with its unique blend of humor and variety that appealed greatly to younger audiences. Starring the talented Amanda Bynes alongside Drake Bell and Nancy Sullivan, this show was a spin-off born out of All That, where Bynes had already made quite an impression. The Amanda Show brought together a dynamic ensemble of performing artists who joined and left at different stages, such as John Kassir, Raquel Lee, and the ever-popular Josh Peck. Sadly, the show was unexpectedly cut short in 2002, according to creator Dan Schneider's personal blog.Following this, in a clever move that capitalized on the show's talented cast, Dan Schneider developed another series named Drake & Josh. This time featuring Drake Bell, Josh Peck, and Nancy Sullivan, the show continued to entertain audiences with its fresh brand of humor and camaraderie that had begun on The Amanda Show.