Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: NBC
Type: Scripted
Rating: 5.9/10
Empty Nest
Overview
Widowed pediatrician Harry Weston is a miracle worker when it comes to dealing with his young patients, but he's more challenged by the other people surrounding him: daughters Barbara and Carol; his wisecracking office assistant, nurse LaVerne Todd; and obnoxious neighborhood mooch Charley Dietz. Thank goodness he always finds a friendly shoulder (and a warm, wet tongue) in Dreyfuss, his enormous dog.
This production, originally released in 1988, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Family, Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.9 across its 7 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Family and Comedy.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Richard Mulligan
Dr. Harry Weston
Dinah Manoff
Carol Weston
David Leisure
Charley Dietz
Park Overall
LaVerne Todd
Marsha Warfield
Dr. Maxine Douglas
Estelle Getty
Sophia Petrillo
Seasons
Season 1
22 Episodes • Aired 1988-10-08
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
24 Episodes • Aired 1989-09-30
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
24 Episodes • Aired 1990-09-22
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 4
24 Episodes • Aired 1991-09-21
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 5
26 Episodes • Aired 1992-09-19
No season overview provided for this season.