20 Years After 'Desperate Housewives,' Wisteria Lane Remains a Suburban Legend
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Marc Cherry's inspiration for Desperate Housewives began with the chilling 2002 filicide trial of Andrea Yates, leading him to explore the hidden horrors behind suburban life.
Desperate Housewives not only entertained 180 episodes, but it also marked a shift in television storytelling, delving into the darker realities behind the idyllic facade of suburbia.
Andy Cohen credits Desperate Housewives as a significant influence on his reality series franchise, depicting how its success paved the way for shows like Real Housewives.
Set on Universal Studios’ Colonial Street, Desperate Housewives used its suburban backdrop to unravel the complex and often sinister stories lurking behind the yards of picture-perfect homes.
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