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Father Knows Best

The reimagined sitcom "Father Knows Best" centers around the Anderson family, featuring Jim, the calm and rational father, his wife Margaret, and their three kids, Betty, Bud, and Kathy.

The classic sitcom Father Knows Best, adapted from the beloved radio show, revolves around the Anderson family, led by the wise and family-focused patriarch Jim, his wife Margaret, and their three children, Betty, Bud, and Kathy.

Episodes:

Episode 2 Lesson in Citizenship

2. Lesson in Citizenship

Aired: Oct 10, 1954

The Anderson kids embark on a community service adventure, sparked by Jim's i...

Episode 3 The Motor Scooter

3. The Motor Scooter

Aired: Oct 17, 1954

Betty's fragile sense of self-worth is shaken by her anxiety about gaining we...

Episode 4 Football Tickets

4. Football Tickets

Aired: Oct 24, 1954

Jim's football plans are derailed when a friend offers to buy insurance on an...

Episode 5 Live My Own Life

5. Live My Own Life

Aired: Oct 31, 1954

Bud's dream of freedom takes a harsh turn as he faces the unglamorous realiti...

Episode 8 Thanksgiving Day

8. Thanksgiving Day

Aired: Nov 21, 1954

The family prepares for Thanksgiving as Kathy works on a school project, craf...

Episode 9 Second Honeymoon

9. Second Honeymoon

Aired: Nov 28, 1954

Jim and Margaret plan a surprise getaway, leaving Betty and Bud in charge of ...

Episode 10 Typical Father

10. Typical Father

Aired: Dec 5, 1954

Jim's trust is rocked when he accidentally overhears snippets of a conversati...

Episode 12 The Christmas Story

12. The Christmas Story

Aired: Dec 19, 1954

As they navigate a treacherous mountain road, a family's festive fantasies ar...

Episode 14 Boy's Week

14. Boy's Week

Aired: Jan 2, 1955

Bud becomes the new Traffic Court Judge, feeling a rush of power as he makes ...

Episode 16 Bud the Snob

16. Bud the Snob

Aired: Jan 16, 1955

Bud, a student, is perceived as condescending by his classmates due to his in...

Episode 18 Jim, the Farmer

18. Jim, the Farmer

Aired: Jan 30, 1955

Jim boldly quits his job and relocates the family to the West Coast to pursue...

Episode 19 Father of the Year

19. Father of the Year

Aired: Feb 6, 1955

The annual Father of the Year contest inspires a competitive nomination proce...

Episode 20 The Mink Coat

20. The Mink Coat

Aired: Feb 13, 1955

The family is called together by Jim for an urgent meeting, only to discover ...

Episode 21 The Matchmaker

21. The Matchmaker

Aired: Feb 20, 1955

A dinner party at the Andersons' becomes a whirlwind of excitement as Margare...

Episode 22 Bud the Bridesmaid

22. Bud the Bridesmaid

Aired: Feb 27, 1955

The wedding preparations for Margaret's cousin Louise reach a frenzied pace, ...

Episode 23 Proud Father

23. Proud Father

Aired: Mar 6, 1955

Jim becomes consumed with jealousy after encountering someone who boasts abou...

Episode 25 No Partiality

25. No Partiality

Aired: Mar 20, 1955

A surprising twist unfolds when the family attempts to level the playing fiel...

Episode 26 Close Decision

26. Close Decision

Aired: Mar 27, 1955

Margaret's frustration boils over as Bud shirks his duties, leading to a heat...

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Info about Father Knows Best

Seasons: 6

Current Status: Ended

Network: CBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Comedy, Family

Father Knows Best: Where to Watch Online?

Currently, you have the opportunity to watch "Father Knows Best" by streaming it on the following platforms: Peacock, Peacock Premium, fuboTV, Hoopla, Shout! Factory TV (Via Amazon Prime, Shout! Factory TV (Via Amazon Prime) or alternatively, you can enjoy it completely free of charge with advertisements on the following platforms: Crackle, Shout! Factory TV, Tubi TV, Amazon Freevee, Pluto TV, The Roku Channel, Fawesome, Plex. Additionally, viewers have the option to either rent or purchase "Father Knows Best" on the following digital platforms: Amazon, YouTube.