A Boy and his Dad have a Barrel of Fun
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.
CreatorJames Komack
Mrs. Livingston, I Presume
Sep 17, 1969
While touring MGM studios with his father, Eddie invites a homeless starlet to spend the night.
Teacher's Pet
Sep 24, 1969
Eddie's classmates accuse him of being the teacher's pet when Tom starts dating their teacher, Miss Allen.
And Eddie Makes Three
Oct 1, 1969
Tom falls in love with a model who isn't ready for motherhood.
The Littlest Kidnapper
Oct 8, 1969
Eddie brings home a little Japanese boy for Mrs. Livingston to keep.
The Computer
Oct 15, 1969
Tom reluctantly agrees to enroll in a computer dating service to do some research.
Pain
Oct 22, 1969
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?
Oct 29, 1969
After discovering his new friend's mother is not married, Eddie arranges a meeting between the two parents.
Bully for You
Nov 5, 1969
When Eddie is bullied by a motherless girl (Jodie Foster) at school, Tom invites her and her father over to visit.
Gentleman Friend
Nov 12, 1969
A wealthy manufacturer announces his plans to marry Mrs. Livingston.
Any Friend of Dad's
Nov 19, 1969
A buddy from Tom's school days drops in for an extended visit.
An F for Mrs. Livingston
Nov 26, 1969
Mrs. Livingston failed her English test, causing Eddie to think she will commit hara-kiri to save face.
Member of the Wedding
Dec 3, 1969
Tina proposes to Norman.
A Night Out for the Boys
Dec 10, 1969
An overnight camping trip leads to a Corbett-Lockwood quarrel.
Mother of the Year
Dec 17, 1969
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?
Dec 24, 1969
Eddie's flamboyant Aunt Kate comes for a visit.
The Library Card
Dec 31, 1969
Eddie loses the very first library book he takes out.
How Do You Know If It's Really Love?
Jan 7, 1970
Eddie is suffering from a case of puppy love
The Road to You Know Where is Paved with You Know What
Jan 14, 1970
A retired school teacher unknowingly alienates Eddie from his father.
They're Either Too Young or Too Old
Jan 21, 1970
Eddie has a crush on his babysitter, who has a crush on Tom.
The Mod Couple
Jan 28, 1970
Mrs. Livingston departs, leaving Eddie and Tom alone.
Guardian for Eddie
Feb 4, 1970
Tom tries to find a future guardian for Eddie.
The Promise
Feb 11, 1970
Tom tries to prevent Mrs. Livingston from being deported.
A Five-Pound Monkey on His Stomach
Feb 18, 1970
Norman has to lose five pounds in two days.
Free is a Four Letter Word
Feb 25, 1970
Tom has been ordered by his boss to fire his best friend
Don't Look Now, But Your Scorpio's Rising
Mar 4, 1970
Tom's nutty secretary has become interested in astrology and quits her job.
Money is a Five Letter Word
Mar 11, 1970
Eddie finds ten thousand dollars.
