The Facts of Life
“You take the good, you take the bad...”
Series Overview
Mrs. Edna Garrett, housemother and dietitian at the Eastland School, teaches a group of girls in her charge how to solve those problems that every teenager has to face.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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9 Seasons • 201 Episodes
22–30 min per episode
1979 – 1988
Premiered: Fri, Aug 24, 1979
Dick Clair
Norman LearLatest Aired Episode
Season 9, Episode 24: “The Beginning of the Beginning”
As the new headmistress, Blair starts whipping Eastland students into shape, and she's particularly challenged by one who seems determined to get expelled.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dick Clair, Norman Lear, Jenna McMahon
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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What is The Facts of Life about?
Mrs. Edna Garrett, housemother and dietitian at the Eastland School, teaches a group of girls in her charge how to solve those problems that every teenager has to face.
How many seasons does The Facts of Life have?
The Facts of Life comprises 9 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Facts of Life?
Key cast members in The Facts of Life include Cloris Leachman, Lisa Whelchel, Kim Fields, Mindy Cohn, Nancy McKeon.
Who created or directed The Facts of Life?
The Facts of Life was developed and directed by Dick Clair, Norman Lear, Jenna McMahon.