Everybody Loves Raymond

The First Time is a comedy programme in which Debra and Ray look back on the first night they shared together. The show stars Ray Romano, with Debra alongside him, as they reflect on the events of that initial evening.

The First Time is a programme presented as a single episode and falls squarely within the comedy genre. It functions as a concise instalment that focuses on a particular encounter between two characters, offering a self‑contained story. The narrative centres on Debra and Ray as they sit together and look back on the night they first spent together. Their exchange is built around recalling that initial experience, with each memory serving as a springboard for jokes. The humour emerges from the way they contrast their past impressions with the present conversation, allowing the audience to share in the nostalgia and the laughs. The episode is delivered as a comedy, with Ray Romano occupying the starring role. Romano’s involvement brings his recognisable comedic rhythm to the dialogue, shaping the pacing and timing of the jokes. His presence anchors the piece, while the interaction with Debra drives the humour forward. Structurally, the story relies heavily on the back‑and‑forth between the two protagonists, using their shared reminiscence as the vehicle for the comedy. By concentrating on this single night, the programme maintains a light‑hearted tone throughout, keeping the focus on the characters’ reflections and the gentle punchlines that arise from their banter.