The Donna Reed Show

The Donna Reed Show (1958-1966)

EndedScripted showComedy, Family

The dreams, ambitions, and frustrations of Donna Stone and her family: her husband Alex, a pediatrician; their children Mary and Jeff; and their adopted daughter Trisha.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 20:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S08E27By-Line - - Jeffrey Stonemars 19, 1966
S08E26What Price Home?mars 12, 1966
S08E25So You Really Think You're Young at Heartmars 5, 1966
S08E24No More Parties, Almostfévr. 26, 1966
S08E23Is There a Small Hotel?févr. 19, 1966
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Donna Reed Show' premiere?

'The Donna Reed Show' premiered on September 24, 1958.

Who played the role of Donna Stone in 'The Donna Reed Show'?

Donna Stone was played by actress Donna Reed.

What were the names of Donna and Alex Stone's children in the show?

The Stone children were named Mary, Jeff, and Trisha.

Which network aired 'The Donna Reed Show'?

'The Donna Reed Show' aired on ABC.

Who created 'The Donna Reed Show'?

'The Donna Reed Show' was created by William Roberts.

What was the setting of 'The Donna Reed Show'?

The show was set in the fictional town of Hilldale.

Who played the role of Donna Stone's best friend, Midge Kelsey?

Midge Kelsey was played by actress Darryl Hickman.

What was the running time of each episode of 'The Donna Reed Show'?

Each episode of 'The Donna Reed Show' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

Did 'The Donna Reed Show' receive any awards during its run?

Yes, 'The Donna Reed Show' won three Primetime Emmy Awards during its run.

What was the theme song of 'The Donna Reed Show'?

The theme song of 'The Donna Reed Show' was titled "A Very Special Love."

Did 'The Donna Reed Show' address social issues of its time?

Yes, 'The Donna Reed Show' often tackled social issues of the 1950s and 1960s, such as women's rights and race relations.

Did any notable guest stars appear on 'The Donna Reed Show'?

Yes, many notable guest stars appeared on the show, including Bob Crane, Paul Petersen, and Burt Reynolds.

How many episodes were produced for 'The Donna Reed Show'?

'The Donna Reed Show' had a total of 275 episodes produced.

Was 'The Donna Reed Show' popular with audiences during its time?

Yes, 'The Donna Reed Show' was well-received by audiences and became a popular family sitcom.

Did 'The Donna Reed Show' have a spin-off or any related shows?

No, 'The Donna Reed Show' did not have any spin-offs or directly related shows.

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