The Bob Newhart Show

The Bob Newhart Show (1972-1978)

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Dr. Robert Hartley is a Chicago psychologist living with his schoolteacher wife Emily. Complicating life for the serene, stammering doc is his neighbor, Howard, a flighty navigator; and Bob's coworkers, dentist Jerry and flippant receptionist Carol.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E22Happy Trails to YouApr 1, 1978
S06E21Crisis in EducationMar 11, 1978
S06E20Carol Ankles for Indie-ProdMar 4, 1978
S06E19It Didn't Happen One NightFeb 18, 1978
S06E18Easy for You to SayFeb 11, 1978
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the premiere date of 'The Bob Newhart Show'?

'The Bob Newhart Show' premiered on September 16, 1972.

Who played the character of Bob Hartley in the show?

Bob Newhart played the character of Bob Hartley in the show.

What was the occupation of Bob Hartley's wife, Emily?

Emily Hartley, played by Suzanne Pleshette, was a school teacher in the show.

What was the name of the medical practice where Bob worked?

Bob worked at the Medical Arts building, in the town of Chicago.

Who played the role of Howard Borden, Bob's neighbor and friend?

Bill Daily played the role of Howard Borden, Bob's neighbor, and friend.

What was the name of Bob and Emily's neighbor who always complained about the noise?

The Hartley's neighbor who always complained about their noise was named Mr. Carlin, played by Jack Riley.

What was the name of the Hartleys' receptionist?

Marcia Wallace played the role of Carol, the Hartleys' receptionist.

Who played the recurring character of Elliot Carlin, Bob's paranoid patient?

Jack Riley played the recurring character of Elliot Carlin, Bob's paranoid patient.

What was the name of the Hartleys' friend and Bob's former college roommate, who appeared several times in the show?

Jerry Robinson, played by Peter Bonerz, was the Hartleys' friend and Bob's former college roommate who appeared several times in the show.

Who played the role of Bob's mother on the show?

Anne Meara played the role of Bob's mother on the show.

Who played the character of Bob's father on the show?

The character of Bob's father was played by Barnard Hughes.

Who played the role of Bob's sister on the show?

Pat Finley played the role of Bob's sister on the show.

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