Mama's Family
Series Overview
Thelma Harper and her spinster sister Fran open their home to Thelma's recently divorced son Vinton and his teenage son and daughter. It's quite an adjustment for everyone, especially the cranky, argumentative Thelma.
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6 Seasons • 130 Episodes
25 min per episode
1983 – 1990
Premiered: Sat, Jan 22, 1983
Dick ClairLatest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 20: “Bye-Bye–Baby!”
When Naomi is upset about her baby being late, Mama tries to calm her down with a false story about Carl. Mama tells Iola what really happened (both the false and true versions are seen in flashback, with Carl played by Ken Berry). Later that day, Naomi goes into labor and Mama ends up delivering her baby girl, Tiffany Thelma Harper.
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dick Clair, Jenna McMahon
Harvey Korman, Joe Hamilton, Dick Clair
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Harvey Korman
Producer
Joe Hamilton
Producer
Dick Clair
Producer
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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 Mama's Family about?
Thelma Harper and her spinster sister Fran open their home to Thelma's recently divorced son Vinton and his teenage son and daughter. It's quite an adjustment for everyone, especially the cranky, argumentative Thelma.
How many seasons does Mama's Family have?
Mama's Family comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Mama's Family?
Key cast members in Mama's Family include Vicki Lawrence, Ken Berry, Dorothy Lyman, Beverly Archer, Allan Kayser.
Who created or directed Mama's Family?
Mama's Family was developed and directed by Dick Clair, Jenna McMahon.