Family Ties
“Laughter. Tears. Politics... MEET THE KEATONS.”
Series Overview
Former 1960s flower children Steven and Elyse Keaton raise their conservative son Alex, daughters Mallory and Jennifer, and later, youngest child Andrew.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
7 Seasons • 168 Episodes
1982 – 1989
Premiered: Wed, Sep 22, 1982
Latest Aired Episode
Season 7, Episode 24: “Alex Doesn't Live Here Anymore”
When Alex lands his dream job in New York, everyone's delighted for him, except Elyse. As Steven helps Andy rehearse for his school play on dental hygiene, Alex bursts into the Keaton kitchen with a rousing chorus of ""New York, New York"", and the news that he's been hired by one of Wall Street's biggest investment firms. The family is thrilled, but Elyse is somewhat taken aback when she learns that Alex is expected to move immediately. While everyone pitches in to help Alex get ready, Elyse becomes miffed over a family photo that he packed without her permission and a palpable tension begins to develop between them. In the course of packing, Alex battles wits with Jennifer, accepts fashion tips from Mallory, receives fatherly advice from Steven and shares some final moments with Nick, Skippy and Lauren. All the while, Elyse continues to withdraw from him.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gary David Goldberg
Gary David Goldberg, Alan Uger
Gary David Goldberg, Ruth Bennett, Carol Himes, Alan Uger, Michael J. Weithorn
Department Leadership Roster
Gary David Goldberg
Writer
Alan Uger
Writer
Ruth Bennett
Producer
Carol Himes
Producer
Alan Uger
Producer
Michael J. Weithorn
Producer
June Galas
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Family Ties
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What is Family Ties about?
Former 1960s flower children Steven and Elyse Keaton raise their conservative son Alex, daughters Mallory and Jennifer, and later, youngest child Andrew.
How many seasons does Family Ties have?
Family Ties comprises 7 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Family Ties?
Key cast members in Family Ties include Meredith Baxter, Michael Gross, Michael J. Fox, Justine Bateman, Tina Yothers.
Who created or directed Family Ties?
Family Ties was developed and directed by Gary David Goldberg.