The Wild Rollercoaster Life of Charlie Sheen

After his firing, Sheen staged a comeback with Anger Management, a sitcom on FX. Premiering in 2012, the show drew massive ratings for its debut, fueled by curiosity about Sheen’s return. Audiences tuned in to see if he could reinvent himself after his public implosion and career-killing meltdown.

The initial success suggested redemption was possible. Sheen appeared calmer, more professional, and committed to rebuilding. The show provided a second chance, both for his career and his image. But sustaining momentum proved difficult, and critics quickly noted the series lacked the magic of his previous television triumph.