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6.9 / 10(90 votes)IMDbTV-GFirst Aired: 19576 Seasons

Leave It to Beaver

“Gee, Wally!”

Series Overview

An inquisitive and often naïve boy, Theodore 'The Beaver' Cleaver, has adventures at home, in school, and around his suburban neighborhood. The show also starred Barbara Billingsley and Hugh Beaumont as Beaver's parents, June and Ward Cleaver, and Tony Dow as Beaver's brother Wally. The show has attained an iconic status in the US, with the Cleavers exemplifying the idealized suburban family of the mid-20th century.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedScripted
Original Network
ABC
CBS
Episodes & Seasons

6 Seasons • 234 Episodes

25 min per episode

Air Date Window

1957 – 1963

Premiered: Fri, Oct 4, 1957

Created By
Bob Mosher

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Jun 20, 1963

Season 6, Episode 39: “Family Scrapbook”

While cleaning, June runs across an old family scrapbook and gathers the family together to reminisce about the past six years. The Cleavers recall scenes from previous episodes including: Beaver Gets 'Spelled, New Neighbors, My Brother's Girl, The Shave, Beaver Runs Away, Larry Hides Out, Teacher Comes to Dinner, and Wally's Election.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Opening Theme MusicOfficial

Type: Opening Credits • Published 2023-12-13

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bob Mosher

Producers

Harry Ackerman

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-G

TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-G

General Audience — Suitable for all ages.

CanadaG

General — Suitable for all ages.

Germany (FSK)6

FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Leave It to Beaver

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What is Leave It to Beaver about?

An inquisitive and often naïve boy, Theodore 'The Beaver' Cleaver, has adventures at home, in school, and around his suburban neighborhood. The show also starred Barbara Billingsley and Hugh Beaumont as Beaver's parents, June and Ward Cleaver, and Tony Dow as Beaver's brother Wally. The show has attained an iconic status in the US, with the Cleavers exemplifying the idealized suburban family of the mid-20th century.

How many seasons does Leave It to Beaver have?

Leave It to Beaver comprises 6 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Leave It to Beaver?

Key cast members in Leave It to Beaver include Jerry Mathers, Barbara Billingsley, Hugh Beaumont, Tony Dow.

Who created or directed Leave It to Beaver?

Leave It to Beaver was developed and directed by Bob Mosher.