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Family

  • TV Series
  • 1976–19801976–1980
  • TV-PGTV-PG
  • 1h
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Family (1976)
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The joys and heartaches of the Lawrence family of Pasadena, California.The joys and heartaches of the Lawrence family of Pasadena, California.The joys and heartaches of the Lawrence family of Pasadena, California.
IMDb RATING
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1.6K
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POPULARITY
1,886
188
  • Creator
    • Jay Presson Allen
  • Stars
    • Sada Thompson
    • James Broderick
    • Gary Frank
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  • Creator
    • Jay Presson Allen
  • Stars
    • Sada Thompson
    • James Broderick
    • Gary Frank
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    • 26User reviews
    • 1Critic review
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    • Won 4 Primetime Emmys
      • 9 wins & 25 nominations total

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    Family (1976)
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    Sada Thompson in Family (1976)
    Gary Frank in Family (1976)
    Kristy McNichol in Family (1976)
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    Kristy McNichol and Sada Thompson in Family (1976)
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    Kristy McNichol and Gary Frank in Family (1976)
    Henry Fonda, James Broderick, and Sada Thompson in Family (1976)

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    Sada Thompson
    Sada Thompson
    • Kate Lawrenceas Kate Lawrence
    86 episodes86 eps • 1976–1980
    James Broderick
    James Broderick
    • Doug Lawrenceas Doug Lawrence
    86 episodes86 eps • 1976–1980
    Gary Frank
    Gary Frank
    • Willie Lawrenceas Willie Lawrence
    86 episodes86 eps • 1976–1980
    Kristy McNichol
    Kristy McNichol
    • Letitia 'Buddy' Lawrenceas Letitia 'Buddy' Lawrence
    86 episodes86 eps • 1976–1980
    Meredith Baxter
    Meredith Baxter
    • Nancy Lawrence Maitlandas Nancy Lawrence Maitland
    60 episodes60 eps • 1976–1980
    Quinn Cummings
    Quinn Cummings
    • Annie Cooperas Annie Cooper…
    36 episodes36 eps • 1978–1980
    Michael Schackelford
    • Timmy Maitlandas Timmy Maitland
    30 episodes30 eps • 1976–1980
    Louise Foley
    • Audrey Pfeifferas Audrey Pfeiffer
    17 episodes17 eps • 1977–1980
    David Schackelford
    • Timmy Maitlandas Timmy Maitland
    16 episodes16 eps • 1976–1979
    John Rubinstein
    John Rubinstein
    • Jeff Maitlandas Jeff Maitland
    14 episodes14 eps • 1976–1980
    Priscilla Morrill
    Priscilla Morrill
    • Elaine Hoganas Elaine Hogan
    8 episodes8 eps • 1976–1977
    Willie Aames
    Willie Aames
    • T.J. Latimeras T.J. Latimer
    6 episodes6 eps • 1976–1977
    Elayne Heilveil
    Elayne Heilveil
    • Nancy Lawrence Maitlandas Nancy Lawrence Maitland
    6 episodes6 eps • 1976
    Lew Horn
    Lew Horn
    • Mailmanas Mailman…
    5 episodes5 eps • 1977–1979
    Season Hubley
    Season Hubley
    • Salina Mageeas Salina Magee
    4 episodes4 eps • 1976–1977
    Robert Symonds
    Robert Symonds
    • Dr. Hermanas Dr. Herman
    3 episodes3 eps • 1977
    Hilda Haynes
    • Emily Lassereas Emily Lassere…
    3 episodes3 eps • 1976
    Tracie Savage
    Tracie Savage
    • Girl Swimmeras Girl Swimmer…
    3 episodes3 eps • 1976–1977
    • Creator
      • Jay Presson Allen
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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      In 1988, a reunion movie was planned, and the cast, with the exception of the late James Broderick, agreed to reunite for the project. The writer's strike would have the project be placed on hold, and then later dropped from production.
    • Crazy credits
      The opening credits lists the following title card: "A Mike Nichols Production" Nichols is not listed as an Executive Producer of the show. However, his production company, Icarus Productions, is listed in the show's end credits.
    • Connections
      Featured in The 29th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (1977)

    User reviews26

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    Top review
    Bring back the hit show "Family"
    This was a great wholesome show for all ages. Even though it took place in the 70's, the issues and problems that the family members faced are still relevant today. I have contacted TV Land about bringing it back but received no response. Are there any other stations that would be willing to show it again in syndication ?
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    • ctgal69678
    • Feb 10, 2002

    FAQ2

    • Does anyone know if this series is available on DVD? Amazon only has seasons 1 & 2 - for nearly $200! Are there any "rare" or "hard to find" dvd websites that sell this series?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 9, 1976 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Eine amerikanische Familie
    • Filming locations
      • 1230 Milan Ave., South Pasadena, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Icarus Productions
      • Spelling-Goldberg Productions
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    • Runtime
      1 hour
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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