Father Knows Best
1954 · Comedy, Family · 6 Seasons · 203 Episodes ·
Family man Jim Anderson copes with the everyday problems among his wife Margaret and their three children as they experience day-to-day changes.
E11. No Apron StringsBud tries to prove he's not tied to his mother's apron strings.E22. Never in TwainOn a dude ranch, Betty falls in love with a cowboy only to discover the relationship won't last.E33. Betty Goes to CollegeJim and Margaret are excited about Betty going to the state college they attended. Betty, who wants to, at first, changes her mind.E44. Man About TownKippy promises Bud a date with his beautiful cousin, Marissa.E55. The Homing PigeonJim tries discouraging Betty from moving into an apartment. Bud and the family await the arrival of Charlie, a homing pigeon.E66. Spaghetti for MargaretThe Andersons entertain an aspiring writer—aspiring for 30 years.E77. Betty's BirthdayAfter listening to a lecture in class on the origins of giving gifts, Betty announces that she doesn't want a birthday party or presents.E88. Bud, the MillionaireTo teach Bud a lesson, Jim gives him ten dollars a week for allowance, but he's not to spend the money on anyone else but himself, even indirectly.E99. The Old DaysJim and Margaret complain about the children's sloppy clothes. The kids judge the antiquated attire they choose for a PTA costume party.E1010. Whistle BaitBetty becomes insecure after she overhears Bud tell Jim that she’s not the kind of girl boys whistle at.E1111. The Great GuyBud and Kippy get a job working at a newspaper.E1212. The Family Goes to New YorkJim is reluctant to let Betty go to New York to be a bridesmaid to her friend Barbara—afraid she’ll get hurt, somehow.E1313. Betty Goes SteadyBetty is going steady according to the rules of her school’s social set. But a guy with a chip on his shoulder challenges her preconceptions.E1414. The Good ProspectThe Andersons try bringing an old man out of his dream world.E1515. The Angel's SweaterJim’s sister comes for Christmas, and the kids are less than thrilled—particularly, Kathy.E1616. The Promising Young ManThe boss's son goes to work in Jim's office.E1717. Margaret Hires a GardenerA Spanish immigrant, Frank, fixes the Andersons lawn and then charges a high price.E1818. Swiss Family AndersonThe Anderson family becomes shipwrecked on a deserted island.E1919. Brief HolidayMargaret takes a small, much-needed break from her daily duties.E2020. The Lawn PartyBud tells the family they are to set up for a lawn party that is tomorrow.E2121. Short WaveWhile listening to Bud’s short wave radio, the family overhears a distress call from a boat.E2222. CarnivalBud squanders Jim's money at a carnival.E2323. Betty and the Jet PilotBetty's new boyfriend, a jet pilot, is transferred to Alaska.E2424. Trip to HillsboroughLooking for adventure, Bud travels to a neighboring town.E2525. An Evening to RememberThe Anderson home is disrupted by a visit from actor Cornel Wilde.E2626. Bud Buys a CarBud buys a car for $10.E2727. Safety FirstWhen Bud receives a traffic ticket, he is forced to become a crossing guard.E2828. Bud, the HeroBud…a hero? A chain reaction of events, starting with a girl who wants to use Bud to make her boyfriend jealous, leads to Bud becoming a hero of the town.E2929. Betty, the Track StarBetty has to choose between a flower queen contest and a track race, occurring on the same afternoon.E3030. The Spelling BeeKathy is apprehensive about the prospect of competing at the county spelling bee.E3131. Bud, the PhilanthropistBud obsesses over getting credit for a generous donation he made.E3232. Baby in the HouseJim and Margaret take care of a baby Betty is supposed to babysit, so she can go out.E3333. Class ProphecyHenry Pruett, a traveling salesman, knocks on the Anderson’s door. It turns out she, Jim and Henry all attended college together.E3434. The Art of RomanceBud gets advice from Jim on how to win over Judy, while Judy asks gets advice from Betty.E3535. Margaret Disowns Her FamilyMargaret tries to help a young woman overcome her fear of having a baby.E3636. Grandpa RetiresJim and Margaret are called in to help Margaret's dad, who's about to hand over his printing office and retire.E3737. Shoot for the MoonSageman helps the Andersons regain their self-confidence.
