The Courtship of Eddie's Father
Overview
A charming sitcom inspired by the 1963 film, The Courtship of Eddie's Father follows widowed magazine publisher Tom Corbett and his young son, Eddie. Determined to see his dad remarry, Eddie orchestrates various scenarios to influence Tom’s romantic interests. The series, which aired on ABC from September 17, 1969, to March 1, 1972, captures the whimsical dynamics of father-son relationships and the trials of love. Notably, Bill Bixby received an Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Tom, adding to the show's appeal.
Episodes
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1
Mrs. Livingston, I Presume
During a visit to MGM studios with his dad, Eddie meets a down-and-out actress and offers her a place to stay for the night.
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2
Teacher's Pet
Eddie's peers begin to tease him about being the teacher's favorite when Tom enters a relationship with their teacher, Miss Allen.
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3
And Eddie Makes Three
Tom finds himself captivated by a model, but she’s not quite prepared to embrace the responsibilities of motherhood.
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4
The Littlest Kidnapper
Eddie surprises Mrs. Livingston by bringing home a young Japanese boy for her to look after.
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5
The Computer
Tom hesitantly decides to sign up for a computer dating service as part of his research.
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6
Pain
Tom and Eddie confront the challenges of adolescence when Eddie hesitates about the prospect of attending school.
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7
Guess Who's Coming for Lunch?
Upon learning that his new friend's mom is single, Eddie decides to set up a meeting between their parents.
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8
Bully for You
After Eddie faces bullying from a girl without a mother (Jodie Foster) at school, Tom decides to invite her and her dad over for a visit.
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9
Gentleman Friend
A prosperous industrialist reveals his intention to wed Mrs. Livingston.
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10
Any Friend of Dad's
A friend from Tom's high school days comes to stay for a while.
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11
An F for Mrs. Livingston
Mrs. Livingston didn't pass her English exam, leading Eddie to worry that she might resort to hara-kiri to preserve her dignity.
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12
Member of the Wedding
Tina proposes to Norman.
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13
A Night Out for the Boys
A night spent camping stirs up a conflict between Corbett and Lockwood.
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14
Mother of the Year
Tom volunteers to prepare sandwiches for a luncheon organized by the mothers of Eddie's classmates in honor of Eddie's expectant teacher.
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15
Who Pulled the Blues Right Out of the Horn?
Eddie's flamboyant Aunt Kate comes for a visit.
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16
The Library Card
Eddie misplaces the very first book he checks out from the library.
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17
How Do You Know If It's Really Love?
Eddie is suffering from a case of puppy love
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18
The Road to You Know Where is Paved with You Know What
A former school teacher inadvertently creates a rift between Eddie and his dad, leaving Eddie feeling distanced from his father.
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19
They're Either Too Young or Too Old
Eddie finds himself smitten with his babysitter, but she’s caught up in her feelings for Tom instead.
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20
The Mod Couple
Mrs. Livingston takes her leave, leaving Eddie and Tom by themselves.
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21
Guardian for Eddie
Tom tries to find a future guardian for Eddie.
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22
The Promise
Tom makes a desperate effort to stop Mrs. Livingston from being sent away.
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23
A Five-Pound Monkey on His Stomach
Norman has to lose five pounds in two days.
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24
Free is a Four Letter Word
Tom is faced with a tough decision when his boss instructs him to let go of his closest friend. Struggling with the conflict between loyalty and his j...
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25
Don't Look Now, But Your Scorpio's Rising
Tom's quirky secretary has developed a fascination with astrology and decides to leave her position.
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26
Money is a Five Letter Word
Eddie finds ten thousand dollars.
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1
The Unbirthday Present
Eddie decides to surprise Tom with a gift just because, and Norman steps in to assist him in crafting the ideal present.
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2
A Loaf of Bread, a Bar of Soap and a Jar of Peanut Butter
Tom tells Mr. Kelly after he catches Eddie and Joey (Jodie Foster) discussing their plans to escape to Mexico.
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3
The Important Word is 'And'
When Eddie becomes a member of a boys' club, Tom discovers the hard way what mistakes to avoid.
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4
I Thought, You Thought
Tom is convinced that Mrs. Livingston has feelings for Norman, while Norman thinks it's Tom who has caught her eye.
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5
The Business Trip
Tom needs to break the news to Eddie that he won't be able to attend the school play because he has to work that night.
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6
Eddie's Will
Mrs. Livingston's intentions go awry when Tom decides to discipline Eddie for failing to complete his homework.
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7
Hello, Mrs. Bessinger, Goodbye
A free-spirited girl enters Tom's life.
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8
Love is for Sharing
An Indian orphan shows Eddie and Tom the importance of sharing. Through their interactions, the boys learn valuable lessons about kindness and generos...
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9
Who Wants to Sail Down the Amazon, Anyway?
Eddie's grandfather on his mother's side shares his excitement about taking Eddie on an adventurous journey down the Amazon River.
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10
When the Shoe Is on the Other Foot, It Doesn't Fit
Tom is thrilled by the presence of a liberated woman in his life, yet he doesn’t find himself in love with her.
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11
The Secret Box
Eddie begins to think that he was adopted.
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12
Fear is for Understanding
Tom tries to exorcise a ghost.
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13
Gifts Are for Giving
A story about Norman's highly treasured gift.
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14
A Little Get Together for Cissy
Tom's sophisticated boss Cissy falls for him.
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15
The Ghetto Girl
Tom makes an effort to assist a girl from the inner city who carries a lot of attitude.
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16
The Hospital
Eddie becomes anxious when Tom heads to the hospital for a standard check-up.
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17
The Rift
Tom refuses to buy a horse for Eddie.
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18
The Encounter Group
During a group encounter session, Tina opens up about her emotions regarding both Tom and Norman.
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19
Dear Mr. Cooper (a.k.a.) Eddie Meets an Astronaut
Eddie has an encounter with Apollo 13 astronaut L. Gordon Cooper in a narrative that explores the theme of privacy.
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20
The Lonely Weekend
With Eddie out of town, Tom decides to dedicate the weekend to his girlfriend.
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21
The Magic Mrs. Rickles
Eddie finds himself captivated by Tina's mother's strong belief in magic.
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22
To Catch a Thief
Things go missing from the Corbett household.
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23
Everybody Needs a Brother
Eddie expresses his wish for a brother, leading Tom to consider adopting a child from overseas.
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24
Discipline is a Four Letter Word Spelled Love
After Eddie’s rebellious behavior puts him in a risky situation, Tom decides to discipline him by spanking him for the very first time.
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1
My Son, The Artist
Tom has enrolled in an art class where he practices sketching nude models. Inspired by him, Eddie decides to give it a go too, inviting a new friend, ...
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2
The Candidate
Tom might be the next member of the school board
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3
Getting Back on the Horse
Eddie learns to cope with fear.
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4
Tell It Like I'm Telling You It Is
A small accident causes big legal problems.
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5
A Very Different Drummer
Tom and Eddie attempt to persuade Norman that embracing his kooky side is perfectly fine.
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6
The Bicycle Theft
Eddie's lesson in accountability spirals out of control.
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7
Two's Company
A divorced couple makes Tom's life miserable.
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8
Happy Birthday To You
With Norman's birthday approaching, he wishes to keep it low-key and avoid any fuss. However, Tom and Eddie have other ideas and decide to throw him a...
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9
Or Else
Tina asks Tom for a raise.
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10
Thy Neighbor Loves Thee
Tom finds himself overwhelmed by the relentless kindness of his new neighbors, who seem determined to shower him with goodwill at every turn. Their co...
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11
A Little Red
A striking female editor from the Soviet Union comes to observe Tom's approach to publishing.
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12
A Brave at Natchanoony
Norman, ever the protective mother hen, is thrown into a panic during Eddie's inaugural camping adventure. As Eddie embarks on this new experience, No...
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13
The Blarney Stone Girl
Tom encounters a delightful yet clumsy individual who struggles with feelings of inadequacy.
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14
Prince Charming
Eddie's role in the school play involves a scene where he has to kiss a girl on the lips, but he discovers that he just can't bring himself to do it.
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15
The Choice
Tom's relationship with a female doctor hinges on her decision to either tie the knot or pursue further education overseas.
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16
The Karate Story
Eddie enrolls in karate classes with the goal of standing up to the school bully.
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17
Very Young Man With a Horn
Eddie's saxophone practice is causing quite a ruckus for the bagpiper living above him.
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18
The Investors
Tom and Norman invest in an oil well.
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19
It's All Write With Me
Tom realizes that his passion for creative writing is taking a toll on his relationship with Eddie, leading him to feel guilty about the time he’s b...
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20
A Little Help From My Friend
A visiting insurance agent turns out to be an incredibly troublesome house guest.
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21
In the Eye of the Beholder
A $16 gesture of friendship unexpectedly turns into a $5,000 nightmare.
