Document case MSS 005 Box 04

Scope and Contents This collection features scripts from eleven different Television Programs, most of which are affiliated with one or both of Norman Lear's production companies, Tandem and T.A.T.. The bulk of the collection contains scripts from the show Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman, which aired between January 1976 and May 1977. All of the programs feature what can be considered the signature of Norman Lear's productions: situational comedies that deal with topical and sometimes controversial subject matter....

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Barney Miller follows the eponymous police captain and his staff as they handle the various local troubles and characters that come to the police station. 170 Episodes aired in 8 seasons, between 1974 and 1982.

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Series contains the first Episode of Diff'rent Strokes, which aired November 1978. Diff'rent Strokes follows Philip Drummond, a wealthy Manhattan industrialist who takes in Arnold and Willis Jackson, the two sons of his late housekeeper. The show was meant to contrast the relationships between an old, rich white businessman, and two poor African American children. 189 Episodes aired between 1978 and 1986.

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Follows the character Fay Stewart who starts her life over again after a divorce. She moved into a new apartment, started a new job as secretary to two lawyers and began dating. The show lasted only 10 episodes, between 1975-1976.

Scope and Contents The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...

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A spin-off of All in the Family, this sitcom follows George Jefferson, who becomes wealthy and successful in the dry-cleaning business. Once his business expands, George moves his family to a penthouse apartment in New York City. The show features the Jefferson's wise-cracking maid, their interesting neighbors, and the building's officious doorman. 253 Episodes aired between 1975 and 1985.

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Based on a concept developed by Norman Lear, Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman is a satirical look at American society in the 1970's, following the format of a daily soap opera. A total of 325 episodes were produced between 1976-1978. Information on cast and characters is available in the Press Kit included in this series.

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Barney Miller follows the eponymous police captain and his staff as they handle the various local troubles and characters that come to the police station. 170 Episodes aired in 8 seasons, between 1974 and 1982.

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Barney Miller follows the eponymous police captain and his staff as they handle the various local troubles and characters that come to the police station. 170 Episodes aired in 8 seasons, between 1974 and 1982.

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Series contains the first Episode of Diff'rent Strokes, which aired November 1978. Diff'rent Strokes follows Philip Drummond, a wealthy Manhattan industrialist who takes in Arnold and Willis Jackson, the two sons of his late housekeeper. The show was meant to contrast the relationships between an old, rich white businessman, and two poor African American children. 189 Episodes aired between 1978 and 1986.

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Follows the character Fay Stewart who starts her life over again after a divorce. She moved into a new apartment, started a new job as secretary to two lawyers and began dating. The show lasted only 10 episodes, between 1975-1976.

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Follows the character Fay Stewart who starts her life over again after a divorce. She moved into a new apartment, started a new job as secretary to two lawyers and began dating. The show lasted only 10 episodes, between 1975-1976.

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...

Scope and Contents From the Series: The Cunningham family live through the 1950's with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Fonzie, played by Henry Winkler (an Emerson College alumnus), became one of the most recognizable and popular characters in Television history. Though not initially intended to be the focus of the show, Fonzie's popularity with viewers saw the character develop into a more prominent role, eventually getting first billing in 1980. 255 episodes aired between 1974 and...