Series

Father Knows Best

★ 6.7(27)195430m6 seasons

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Good to know

Creator: Ed James
Release date: 1954-10-03
Runtime: 30m
Language: English
Seasons: 6
Episodes: 203
Network: CBS
Status: Ended
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures Television

About Father Knows Best

Father Knows Best is a 1954 web series in the Comedy and Family genres, created by Ed James, starring Robert Young, Jane Wyatt and Elinor Donahue. It spans 6 seasons and 203 episodes, and originally aired on CBS. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 27 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Father Knows Best in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Family man Jim Anderson copes with the everyday problems among his wife Margaret and their three children as they experience day-to-day changes.

Seasons (6)

Season 126 eps · 1954

Season 237 eps · 1955

Season 337 eps · 1956

Season 433 eps · 1957

Season 538 eps · 1958

Season 632 eps · 1959

Cast

Robert Young

Jim Anderson

Jane Wyatt

Margaret Anderson

Elinor Donahue

Betty Anderson

Billy Gray

Bud Anderson

Lauren Chapin

Kathy Anderson

Themes & keywords

middle classfamilysitcom

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Father Knows Best in Ireland?+

Father Knows Best is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Ireland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Father Knows Best on Netflix?+

Father Knows Best is not on Netflix in Ireland right now.

How many seasons of Father Knows Best are there?+

Father Knows Best has 6 seasons and 203 episodes in total.

Who stars in Father Knows Best?+

Father Knows Best stars Robert Young, Jane Wyatt, Elinor Donahue, Billy Gray and Lauren Chapin.

When did Father Knows Best come out?+

Father Knows Best is a 1954 web series created by Ed James.

What genre is Father Knows Best?+

Father Knows Best is Comedy and Family series.

Who created Father Knows Best?+

Father Knows Best was created by Ed James.