A Family for Joe is an American television movie and subsequent series, both starring Robert Mitchum in the title role. The half-hour show premiered on NBC on March 24, 1990. Nine episodes of the series were filmed.
- Created by
- Arnold Margolin
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 9 episodes
1
- 1S1 E1
A Little Romance
Mar 24, 1990
Joe goes on his first date in years.
- 2S1 E2
The Medium
Mar 31, 1990
The kids meet a medium who claims to speak to their dead parents, whose parenting from beyond leads Joe to a close encounter with the spirit world.
- 3S1 E3
Nick's Heart
Apr 7, 1990
Joe, a recovered alcoholic, becomes involved with a kid with a drinking problem: Nick's old girlfriend.
- 4S1 E4
An Earful
Apr 14, 1990
When the phone service is cut off, Joe pays a visit to Ma Bell and discovers a huge unpaid bill, with significant calls to 976-sexy lines. (This episode introduces Roger, the househusband next door.)
- 5S1 E5
Life of the Party
Apr 28, 1990
Joe brings an old merchant marine buddy hone for a visit. Everyone gets along terrifically, until Mickey learns the true relationship between Joe and the kids—and wants to be cut in on Joe's ""sweet deal.""
- 6S1 E6
Law and Order
May 5, 1990
Joe goes head to head with the family's social worker when Nick is arrested for vandalism.
Starring
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch A Family for Joe?
- A Family for Joe is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of A Family for Joe are there?
- A Family for Joe has 1 season and 9 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of A Family for Joe?
- A Family for Joe has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on August 19, 1990.
- Who stars in A Family for Joe?
- A Family for Joe stars Barry Gordon, Ben Savage, David Lascher, Jessica Player, Juliette Lewis.
