John Monroe's unique outlook on life often confuses his family, as he frequently retreats into elaborate daydreams and fantasies inspired by ordinary situations.
A charismatic and quirky individual narrates his humorous observations and witty remarks to his bemused family, comprising his patient wife and curious daughter.
Aired: Sep 15, 1969In the next episode, a cartoonist's mundane life in a typical American suburb...
Aired: Sep 22, 1969Lydia's departure is driven by a profound sense of injustice, and her father'...
3. Little Girls Are Sugar & Spice, and Not Always Nice!
Aired: Sep 29, 1969A family game of chess turns competitive as John's desire to outdo his daught...
Aired: Oct 6, 1969Lydia's world is shattered by the unexpected death of her beloved pet, plungi...
5. The Night the House Caught Fire
Aired: Oct 13, 1969The family gathers around as Dad regales ailing Lydia with tales from his pas...
Aired: Oct 20, 1969John's creative aspirations take a surprising turn after a cartoon rejection,...
7. Nobody Ever Kills Dragons Anymore
Aired: Oct 27, 1969John's daily life with his wife and editor Hamilton becomes a catalyst for hi...
Aired: Nov 3, 1969John's cartoon is rejected by Hamilton, leaving him crushed and defeated.
Aired: Nov 10, 1969John's anxiety reaches a boiling point as he concocts a strategy to eliminate...
Aired: Nov 17, 1969A witty comedian goads a talented cartoonist, leading to a thrilling battle o...
Aired: Nov 24, 1969Ellen temporarily entrusts household responsibilities to Mrs. Simkins, a hous...
Aired: Dec 1, 1969John's sharp humor impresses the esteemed storyteller Zeph, who ultimately de...
13. The Shrike and the Chipmunks
Aired: Dec 8, 1969The next episode finds John forced to collaborate with a renowned children's ...
Aired: Dec 15, 1969John's Christmas gift quest takes an unexpected turn when he brings home a ma...
15. The War Between Men and Women
Aired: Dec 22, 1969Tension ignites at a cocktail party when a wife's persistent interruptions of...
Aired: Dec 29, 1969In the next episode, a complex and troubled character, Leonard, unleashes his...
Aired: Jan 5, 1970A father tells his daughter a bedtime story to calm her frightening dreams, w...
18. The Human Being and the Dinosaur
Aired: Jan 12, 1970A neighborhood boy's provocation escalates into a physical confrontation with...
19. Dear Is a Four Letter Word
Aired: Jan 19, 1970John's wife Ellen grows worried that he's struggling to bond with their daugh...
Aired: Jan 26, 1970The arrival of Mrs. Bessinger brings a welcome shift to Monroe's chaotic exis...
21. Rules for a Happy Marriage
Aired: Feb 2, 1970John Monroe's conversation with his male friends about the flaws of wives lea...
Aired: Feb 9, 1970Ellen's emotions reach a boiling point as she struggles to accept John's grow...
Aired: Feb 16, 1970John's workflow is disrupted by Lydia's persistent distractions, prompting hi...
Aired: Feb 23, 1970John faces a devastating setback when his editor rejects one of his cartoons ...
Aired: Mar 2, 1970Monroe's artistic integrity is put to the test as his wife and editor scrutin...
Aired: Mar 9, 1970Monroe's romantic picnic with Lydia takes an unexpected turn, ultimately leav...
Main Cast
Creators
Current Status: Ended
Network: NBC
Production Country: United States
Genres:Comedy
