The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1969) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
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… Sign up for the full guide
TV-PG • 1969 • 3 seasons
The Courtship of Eddie's Father is an American television sitcom based on the 1963 movie of the same name, which was based on a novel by Mark Toby (edited by Dorothy Wilson). The series is about a widower, Tom Corbett, who is a magazine publisher, and his...
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The Courtship of Eddie's Father is an American television sitcom based on the 1963 movie of the same name, which was based on a novel by Mark Toby (edited by Dorothy Wilson). The series is about a widower, Tom Corbett, who is a magazine publisher, and his... Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in The Courtship of Eddie's Father
No explicit sexual content or nudity. Crushes, dating, flirting, jealousy, and romantic embarrassment may recur.
Violence and gore in The Courtship of Eddie's Father
Minimal-to-mild violence; slapstick, sports mishaps, pranks, or comic accidents may occur.
Language in The Courtship of Eddie's Father
The season is entirely free of strong profanity or vulgarity, maintaining a wholesome tone throughout. Communication primarily consists of mild insults, sarcasm, and playful teasing typical of a 1960s domestic comedy. Occasional arguments occur between characters, but these are resolved through honest dialogue rather than harsh language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Courtship of Eddie's Father
No prominent substance use; occasional party or older-teen settings may be referenced lightly.
Mature themes in The Courtship of Eddie's Father
Moderate tween/teen themes of friendship, identity, independence, peer pressure, jealousy, popularity, honesty, and responsibility.
Scary moments in The Courtship of Eddie's Father
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Courtship of Eddie's Father yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Courtship of Eddie's Father appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Courtship of Eddie's Father is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. The Courtship of Eddie's Father is an American television sitcom based on the 1963 movie of the same name, which was based on a novel by Mark Toby (edited by Dorothy Wilson). The series is about a widower, Tom Corbett…
What age rating does The Courtship of Eddie's Father have?
The Courtship of Eddie's Father is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Courtship of Eddie's Father about?
The Courtship of Eddie's Father is an American television sitcom based on the 1963 movie of the same name, which was based on a novel by Mark Toby (edited by Dorothy Wilson). The series is about a widower, Tom Corbett, who is a magazine publisher, and his...
How many seasons does The Courtship of Eddie's Father have?
The Courtship of Eddie's Father has 3 seasons covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in The Courtship of Eddie's Father?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across The Courtship of Eddie's Father.
How violent is The Courtship of Eddie's Father?
Violence isn't a standout concern across The Courtship of Eddie's Father per our reviewers.
Is the language in The Courtship of Eddie's Father appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across The Courtship of Eddie's Father.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Courtship of Eddie's Father?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across The Courtship of Eddie's Father.
What mature themes appear in The Courtship of Eddie's Father?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of The Courtship of Eddie's Father.
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