Father, Dear Father

Father, Dear Father (1968-1973)

EndedScripted showComedy

Father, Dear Father focused on divorced British novelist Patrick Glover and his daughters, Karen and Anna, a couple of lively girls in their teens. The family lives in Hampstead, London. Another member of the household is the girls' Nanny. As well as having to deal with his progeny, Patrick also faces frequent hassles with his ex-wife Barbara and her current husband Bill Mossman. There is also his brother Philip, his mother, his agent Georgie Thompson, his publisher Ian Smyth and his pet St.Bernard dog 'H.G. Wells'.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday (30 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Father, Dear Father' premiere?

'Father, Dear Father' premiered on January 5, 1968.

Who were the main cast members of 'Father, Dear Father'?

The main cast members of 'Father, Dear Father' were Patrick Cargill as Patrick Glover, Natasha Pyne as Anna Glover, Noel Dyson as Nanny, and Ann Holloway as Karen Harrison.

What was the premise of 'Father, Dear Father'?

'Father, Dear Father' revolved around the life of Patrick Glover, a recently divorced thriller writer, and his two daughters, Karen and Anna, who frequently faced amusing and chaotic situations.

Where was 'Father, Dear Father' set?

'Father, Dear Father' was primarily set in London, England.

Who created 'Father, Dear Father'?

'Father, Dear Father' was created by Richard Waring, a British writer and actor.

Did 'Father, Dear Father' receive any awards or nominations during its run?

'Father, Dear Father' did not receive any major awards or nominations during its run.

How many episodes were there in total for 'Father, Dear Father'?

'Father, Dear Father' had a total of 45 episodes.

Who directed the majority of episodes for 'Father, Dear Father'?

Most episodes of 'Father, Dear Father' were directed by William G. Stewart.

Did 'Father, Dear Father' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Father, Dear Father' featured appearances by various notable British actors, including Richard Briers, Rodney Bewes, and Liz Fraser, among others.

Was there a theme song for 'Father, Dear Father'?

Yes, 'Father, Dear Father' had a catchy theme song called "Who Do You Think You Are Kidding, Mr. Hitler?" performed by Bud Flanagan.

Did 'Father, Dear Father' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'Father, Dear Father' had a laugh track.

Were there any spin-offs or related shows derived from 'Father, Dear Father'?

No, there were no spin-offs or related shows derived from 'Father, Dear Father'.

Did 'Father, Dear Father' have a memorable catchphrase?

'Father, Dear Father' did not have a specific catchphrase that became widely known.

What was the average runtime for each episode of 'Father, Dear Father'?

The average runtime for each episode of 'Father, Dear Father' was 25 minutes.

Did 'Father, Dear Father' explore any social or cultural issues of its time?

'Father, Dear Father' did not extensively explore social or cultural issues, as it focused more on light-hearted family dynamics and comedic situations.

Did 'Father, Dear Father' experience any notable production challenges or controversies?

'Father, Dear Father' did not experience any notable production challenges or controversies.

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