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Series · 1969 – 1972 · Comedy

The Courtship of Eddie's Father

A Boy and his Dad have a Barrel of Fun

★6.2 1969 – 1972 3 Seasons James Komack TV-MA

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.

Seasons & episodes

3 seasons · 73 episodes

Mrs. Livingston, I Presume

Episode 01

Mrs. Livingston, I Presume

Sep 17, 1969 · 30 min

While touring MGM studios with his father, Eddie invites a homeless starlet to spend the night.

Teacher's Pet

Episode 02

Teacher's Pet

Sep 24, 1969 · 30 min

Eddie's classmates accuse him of being the teacher's pet when Tom starts dating their teacher, Miss Allen.

And Eddie Makes Three

Episode 03

And Eddie Makes Three

Oct 1, 1969 · 30 min

Tom falls in love with a model who isn't ready for motherhood.

The Littlest Kidnapper

Episode 04

The Littlest Kidnapper

Oct 8, 1969 · 30 min

Eddie brings home a little Japanese boy for Mrs. Livingston to keep.

The Computer

Episode 05

The Computer

Oct 15, 1969 · 30 min

Tom reluctantly agrees to enroll in a computer dating service to do some research.

Pain

Episode 06

Pain

Oct 22, 1969 · 30 min

Tom and Eddie experience the pains of growing up when Eddie balks at the idea of going to school.

Guess Who's Coming for Lunch?

Episode 07

Guess Who's Coming for Lunch?

Oct 29, 1969 · 30 min

After discovering his new friend's mother is not married, Eddie arranges a meeting between the two parents.

Bully for You

Episode 08

Bully for You

Nov 5, 1969 · 30 min

When Eddie is bullied by a motherless girl (Jodie Foster) at school, Tom invites her and her father over to visit.

Gentleman Friend

Episode 09

Gentleman Friend

Nov 12, 1969 · 30 min

A wealthy manufacturer announces his plans to marry Mrs. Livingston.

Any Friend of Dad's

Episode 10

Any Friend of Dad's

Nov 19, 1969 · 30 min

A buddy from Tom's school days drops in for an extended visit.

An F for Mrs. Livingston

Episode 11

An F for Mrs. Livingston

Nov 26, 1969 · 30 min

Mrs. Livingston failed her English test, causing Eddie to think she will commit hara-kiri to save face.

Member of the Wedding

Episode 12

Member of the Wedding

Dec 3, 1969 · 30 min

Tina proposes to Norman.

A Night Out for the Boys

Episode 13

A Night Out for the Boys

Dec 10, 1969 · 30 min

An overnight camping trip leads to a Corbett-Lockwood quarrel.

Mother of the Year

Episode 14

Mother of the Year

Dec 17, 1969 · 30 min

Tom offers to make sandwiches when the mothers of Eddie's classmates plan a luncheon for Eddie's pregnant teacher.

Who Pulled the Blues Right Out of the Horn?

Episode 15

Who Pulled the Blues Right Out of the Horn?

Dec 24, 1969 · 30 min

Eddie's flamboyant Aunt Kate comes for a visit.

The Library Card

Episode 16

The Library Card

Dec 31, 1969 · 30 min

Eddie loses the very first library book he takes out.

How Do You Know If It's Really Love?

Episode 17

How Do You Know If It's Really Love?

Jan 7, 1970 · 30 min

Eddie is suffering from a case of puppy love

The Road to You Know Where is Paved with You Know What

Episode 18

The Road to You Know Where is Paved with You Know What

Jan 14, 1970 · 30 min

A retired school teacher unknowingly alienates Eddie from his father.

They're Either Too Young or Too Old

Episode 19

They're Either Too Young or Too Old

Jan 21, 1970 · 30 min

Eddie has a crush on his babysitter, who has a crush on Tom.

The Mod Couple

Episode 20

The Mod Couple

Jan 28, 1970 · 30 min

Mrs. Livingston departs, leaving Eddie and Tom alone.

Guardian for Eddie

Episode 21

Guardian for Eddie

Feb 4, 1970 · 30 min

Tom tries to find a future guardian for Eddie.

The Promise

Episode 22

The Promise

Feb 11, 1970 · 30 min

Tom tries to prevent Mrs. Livingston from being deported.

A Five-Pound Monkey on His Stomach

Episode 23

A Five-Pound Monkey on His Stomach

Feb 18, 1970 · 30 min

Norman has to lose five pounds in two days.

Free is a Four Letter Word

Episode 24

Free is a Four Letter Word

Feb 25, 1970 · 30 min

Tom has been ordered by his boss to fire his best friend

Don't Look Now, But Your Scorpio's Rising

Episode 25

Don't Look Now, But Your Scorpio's Rising

Mar 4, 1970 · 30 min

Tom's nutty secretary has become interested in astrology and quits her job.

Money is a Five Letter Word

Episode 26

Money is a Five Letter Word

Mar 11, 1970 · 30 min

Eddie finds ten thousand dollars.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 6.2 /10

based on 18 votes

Synopsis

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.

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Cast

5 principal cast

Bill Bixby

Bill Bixby

Tom Corbett

Brandon Cruz

Brandon Cruz

Eddie Corbett

Miyoshi Umeki

Miyoshi Umeki

Mrs. Livingston

James Komack

James Komack

Norman Tinker

Kristina Holland

Kristina Holland

Tina Rickles

Where to watch The Courtship of Eddie's Father

The Courtship of Eddie's Father is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The comedy from James Komack has 3 seasons and 73 total episodes, rated 6.2/10 by 18 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Courtship of Eddie's Father have?

The Courtship of Eddie's Father has 3 seasons with 73 episodes in total.

Is The Courtship of Eddie's Father still on the air?

The Courtship of Eddie's Father has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs The Courtship of Eddie's Father?

The Courtship of Eddie's Father airs on ABC.

When did The Courtship of Eddie's Father first air?

The Courtship of Eddie's Father first aired on September 17, 1969.

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