The Farmers Daughter

The Farmers Daughter (1963-1966)

EndedScripted showComedy

Katrin "Katy" Holstrum seeks help from her congressman Glen Morley while he is in a predicament of needing a governess for his boys, Steve and Danny. Katy is hired and her common sense solutions contrast to the refined Morley's complicated ways of doing things. Grandmother Agatha is there to provide her opinions.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E30Half an Anniversaryavr. 22, 1966
S03E29Is He or Isn't He?avr. 8, 1966
S03E28The Wife of Your Friend May Not Be a Friend of Your Wifeavr. 1, 1966
S03E27My Pappa, the Politicianmars 25, 1966
S03E26The Last to Knowmars 18, 1966
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Farmers Daughter' premiere?

'The Farmers Daughter' premiered on September 20, 1963.

Who were the main cast members of 'The Farmers Daughter'?

The main cast members of 'The Farmers Daughter' were Inger Stevens, William Windom, Cathleen Nesbitt, and Mickey Sholdar.

What was the genre of 'The Farmers Daughter'?

'The Farmers Daughter' was a comedy-drama television series.

Who created 'The Farmers Daughter'?

'The Farmers Daughter' was created by Screen Gems Television.

Where was 'The Farmers Daughter' set?

'The Farmers Daughter' was set in Washington, D.C.

What was the premise of 'The Farmers Daughter'?

'The Farmers Daughter' followed the story of a young woman named Katy Holstrum who becomes a congresswoman's secretary and eventually gets involved in politics herself.

What was the running time of each episode of 'The Farmers Daughter'?

Each episode of 'The Farmers Daughter' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

Did 'The Farmers Daughter' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'The Farmers Daughter' won the Golden Globe Award for Best TV Show - Comedy in 1964.

Who composed the theme music for 'The Farmers Daughter'?

The theme music for 'The Farmers Daughter' was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Farmers Daughter'?

The first season of 'The Farmers Daughter' had a total of 30 episodes.

Did 'The Farmers Daughter' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'The Farmers Daughter' featured guest stars such as Sally Kellerman, Gene Hackman, and Jack Albertson.

Was 'The Farmers Daughter' based on a book or any other source material?

Yes, 'The Farmers Daughter' was based on the 1947 film of the same name.

Did 'The Farmers Daughter' address any social or political issues of the time?

Yes, 'The Farmers Daughter' tackled topics such as women's rights and political corruption.

Did 'The Farmers Daughter' have a laugh track?

No, 'The Farmers Daughter' did not have a laugh track.

Were there any notable behind-the-scenes controversies associated with 'The Farmers Daughter'?

No, there were no notable behind-the-scenes controversies associated with 'The Farmers Daughter'.

Did 'The Farmers Daughter' have a significant impact on television or popular culture?

While 'The Farmers Daughter' may not have had a long-lasting impact, it was one of the early shows to feature a female lead character involved in politics.

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