Judge Judy (1996)
Judge Judy showcases retired Manhattan Family Court Judge Judith Sheindlin as she presides over real-life small claims disputes in a mock courtroom. Participants agree to resolve their cases through arbitration under her guidance. Premiering on September 16, 1996, the show reinvigorated the court show landscape, following only The People's Court and Jones and Jury. Sheindlin’s no-nonsense approach has set a benchmark, inspiring numerous imitators. Notably, she holds the record for the longest tenure as a television arbiter, outlasting rivals like The People's Court and Divorce Court, which have undergone various revivals and changes in hosts.
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