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Family Affair was a situation comedy television series that aired on CBS from September 12, 1966 to September 9, 1971. The series explored the trials of well-to-do civil engineer and bachelor Bill Davis (Brian Keith), as he attempted to raise his brother's orphaned children in his luxury New York City apartment. Davis' stuffy English butler Mr. Giles French (Sebastian Cabot), also had adjustments to make as he was usually saddled with the responsibility of caring for 15-year-old Cissy (Kathy Garver) and the 6-year-old twins, Jody (Johnny Whitaker) and Buffy (Anissa Jones). The show ran for 138 episodes. CBS Paramount Television owns the distribution rights to the series. Much of the show's popularity came from its simple plots and the avoidance of any controversial or suggestive material, which made it particularly suitable for family viewing. The Buffy and Jody characters are relentlessly polite and well behaved early grade-school children, while Cissy is a high-school and later college student who is peripheral to most of the stories. The show avoids any verbal or plot theme reference to the changing social conditions of the late 1960s. Many early episodes dealt with the children's fear of abandonment. Family Affair was originally created and produced by Don Fedderson, best known for My Three Sons. Frank De Vol's title tune was an easily recognizable and memorable TV theme melody. Brian Keith was nominated three times for an Emmy for his role as "Uncle Bill."
Brief revival A short-lived revival of the series aired on The WB Television Network from September 12, 2002 to March 13, 2003. It was produced by Sid and Marty Krofft and lasted for only 16 episodes (only 14 of the 16 were aired). This version was produced by Warner Bros. Television. Original series (1966&1971) Revival (2002&2003) | ||||||||
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