The Courtship of Eddie's Father
The Courtship of Eddie's Father is an American television sitcom based on the 1963 movie of the same name, which was based on the book written by Mark Toby. It tells the story of a widower, Tom Corbett, who is a magazine publisher, and his son, Eddie, who believes his father should marry, and manipulates situations surrounding the women his father is interested in. ABC had acquired the rights to the story; the series debuted on September 17, 1969, and was last broadcast on March 1, 1972. Bixby received an Emmy nomination for the show.
Cast: Bill Bixby, Brandon Cruz, Miyoshi Umeki
26 episodes
1. Mrs. Livingston, I PresumeWhile touring MGM studios with his father, Eddie invites a homeless starlet to spend the night.CC30minSep 17, 1969
2. Teacher's PetEddie's classmates accuse him of being the teacher's pet when Tom starts dating their teacher, Miss Allen.CC30minSep 24, 1969
3. And Eddie Makes ThreeTom falls in love with a model who isn't ready for motherhood.CC30minOct 1, 1969
4. The Littlest KidnapperEddie brings home a little Japanese boy for Mrs. Livingston to keep.CC30minOct 8, 1969
5. The ComputerTom reluctantly agrees to enroll in a computer dating service to do some research.CC30minOct 15, 1969
6. PainTom and Eddie experience the pains of growing up when Eddie balks at the idea of going to school.CC30minOct 22, 1969
7. Guess Who's Coming for Lunch?After discovering his new friend's mother is not married, Eddie arranges a meeting between the two parents.CC30minOct 29, 1969
8. Bully for YouWhen Eddie is bullied by a motherless girl (Jodie Foster) at school, Tom invites her and her father over to visit.CC30minNov 5, 1969
9. Gentleman FriendA wealthy manufacturer announces his plans to marry Mrs. Livingston.CC30minNov 12, 1969
10. Any Friend of Dad'sA buddy from Tom's school days drops in for an extended visit.CC30minNov 19, 1969
11. An F for Mrs. LivingstonMrs. Livingston failed her English test, causing Eddie to think she will commit hara-kiri to save face.CC30minNov 26, 1969
12. Member of the WeddingTina proposes to Norman.CC30minDec 3, 1969
13. A Night Out for the BoysAn overnight camping trip leads to a Corbett-Lockwood quarrel.CC30minDec 10, 1969
14. Mother of the YearTom offers to make sandwiches when the mothers of Eddie's classmates plan a luncheon for Eddie's pregnant teacher.CC30minDec 17, 1969
15. Who Pulled the Blues Right Out of the Horn?Eddie's flamboyant Aunt Kate comes for a visit.CC30minDec 24, 1969
16. The Library CardEddie loses the very first library book he takes out.CC30minDec 31, 1969
17. How Do You Know If It's Really Love?Eddie is suffering from a case of puppy loveCC30minJan 7, 1970
18. The Road to You Know Where is Paved with You Know WhatA retired school teacher unknowingly alienates Eddie from his father.CC30minJan 14, 1970
19. They're Either Too Young or Too OldEddie has a crush on his babysitter, who has a crush on Tom.CC30minJan 21, 1970
20. The Mod CoupleMrs. Livingston departs, leaving Eddie and Tom alone.CC30minJan 28, 1970
21. Guardian for EddieTom tries to find a future guardian for Eddie.CC30minFeb 4, 1970
22. The PromiseTom tries to prevent Mrs. Livingston from being deported.CC30minFeb 11, 1970
23. A Five-Pound Monkey on His StomachNorman has to lose five pounds in two days.CC30minFeb 18, 1970
24. Free is a Four Letter WordTom has been ordered by his boss to fire his best friendCC30minFeb 25, 1970
25. Don't Look Now, But Your Scorpio's RisingTom's nutty secretary has become interested in astrology and quits her job.CC30minMar 4, 1970
26. Money is a Five Letter WordEddie finds ten thousand dollars.CC30minMar 11, 1970
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The Courtship of Eddie's Father is an American television sitcom based on the 1963 movie of the same name, which was based on the book written by Mark Toby. It tells the story of a widower, Tom Corbett, who is a magazine publisher, and his son, Eddie, who believes his father should marry, and manipulates situations surrounding the women his father is interested in. ABC had acquired the rights to the story; the series debuted on September 17, 1969, and was last broadcast on March 1, 1972. Bixby received an Emmy nomination for the show.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- James Komack
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
