Sanford and Son
“You big dummy!”
Series Overview
The misadventures of a cantankerous junk dealer and his frustrated son.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
6 Seasons • 136 Episodes
30 min per episode
1972 – 1977
Premiered: Fri, Jan 14, 1972
Norman Lear
Ray Galton
Bud YorkinLatest Aired Episode
Season 6, Episode 25: “School Daze”
Fred has been neglecting Donna and she decides to investigate and soon discovers Fred has been leading a secret life, not even telling Lamont what has been going on. Donna is convinced that he is seeing another woman but they soon discover Fred is really going to night school to earn his GED diploma, which he never got since he dropped out of high school to support his parents.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Lear, Ray Galton, Bud Yorkin
Bud Yorkin, Norman Lear
Department Leadership Roster
Norman Lear
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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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Frequently Asked Questions About Sanford and Son
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What is Sanford and Son about?
The misadventures of a cantankerous junk dealer and his frustrated son.
How many seasons does Sanford and Son have?
Sanford and Son comprises 6 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Sanford and Son?
Key cast members in Sanford and Son include Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson.
Who created or directed Sanford and Son?
Sanford and Son was developed and directed by Norman Lear, Ray Galton, Bud Yorkin.