The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet is an American sitcom, airing on ABC from October 3, 1952 through March 26, 1966, starring the real life Nelson family. After a long run on radio, the show was brought to television where it continued its success, running on both radio and television for a few years. The series stars Ozzie Nelson and his wife, singer Harriet Nelson, and their young sons, David and Eric "Ricky" Nelson. Don DeFore had a recurring role as the Nelsons' friendly neighbor "Thorny".
The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet (Season 13)
Rick and the Girl Across the Hall (Episode 1)
Air date: 1964-09-16
Overview: Kris becomes jealous when Rick gives a few rides to Sheila, who works across the hall, while her car is being repaired.
Rick's Old Printing Press (Episode 2)
Air date: 1964-09-23
Overview: When Ozzie gives Ricky's old printing press to some neighborhood children they use it to publish a gossip sheet.
The Study System (Episode 3)
Air date: 1964-09-30
Overview: Wally devises a study system.
Rick And Kris Go To The Mountains (Episode 4)
Air date: 1964-10-07
Overview: Rick and his fraternity brothers plan on holding an all-night poker game at his in-laws' mountain cabin. However, unknown to Rick, Kris thinks that Rick is planning a getaway for just the two of them.
A Letter of Recommendation (Episode 5)
Air date: 1964-10-14
Overview: Wally asks David to write him a letter of recommendation for a job but David can't think of anything good to say.
Kris Goes to College (Episode 6)
Air date: 1964-10-21
Overview: Kris decides to join Ricky at college so they'll have more time together but she eventually becomes a nuisance to his balancing a job and classes.
The Pennies (Episode 7)
Air date: 1964-10-28
Overview: The neighborhood kids entrust Ozzie with their jar of pennies but he decides to borrow it for an evening of poker unaware that the jar contains a valuable coin collection.
The Ballerina (Episode 8)
Air date: 1964-11-04
Overview: Harriet enlists Kris, Rick, and his fraternity brothers to help out with entertaining the kids at the Women's Club Annual Children's Show. Ozzie wants to get into the act, too.
A Bedtime Story (Episode 9)
Air date: 1964-11-11
Overview: The college dean gets Ricky and his pals to help the school set a record for staying in bed for the longest time.
Harriet's Quiz (Episode 10)
Air date: 1964-11-18
Overview: Ozzie gets a so-so score on Harriet's marital quiz.
Kris Plays Cupid (Episode 11)
Air date: 1964-11-25
Overview: There's double-trouble after Kris tries to play Cupid with Wally and Ginger.
A Helpless Female (Episode 12)
Air date: 1964-12-02
Overview: Kris thinks she'll appear more feminine to Ricky if she plays weak and helpless.
The Exotic Housemother (Episode 13)
Air date: 1964-12-09
Overview: Ricky and his frat brothers think that an exotic dancer would make a great housemother.
Chess Set (Episode 14)
Air date: 1964-12-16
Overview: Ozzie discovers that a precocious neighborhood child is winning money playing chess.
The Cafe Caper (Episode 15)
Air date: 1964-12-30
Overview: Ozzie, David, and Ricky find themselves in an awkward situation when they're discovered alone in a restaurant.
The Petition (Episode 16)
Air date: 1965-01-06
Overview: Harriet wants a petition to make Wives Day a Holiday.
Dave, the Fraternity Advisor (Episode 17)
Air date: 1965-01-13
Overview: David becomes the advisor for Ricky's fraternity and discovers that the members are living well beyond their means.
Rick Grows a Beard (Episode 18)
Air date: 1965-01-20
Overview: When Ricky grows a beard it set off a chain reaction among his male friends and relatives who all decide to grow beards too.
The Big Dog (Episode 19)
Air date: 1965-01-27
Overview: Will Rick wind up in the doghouse, after he surprises Kris with a Great Dane on her birthday?
The Trunk (Episode 20)
Air date: 1965-02-03
Overview: Hoping to find hidden treasure, Ozzie and Joe purchase a locked mystery trunk at auction.
Kris's Girlfriend (Episode 21)
Air date: 1965-02-10
Overview: Kris's old girlfriend comes back to town to live permanently in Hillsdale but stays with Kris and Rick instead of searching for her own apartment.
Rick's Raise (Episode 22)
Air date: 1965-02-17
Overview: Ozzie and Harriet find themselves caught in the middle when Ricky begins badgering employer David for a raise.
Breakfast for Harriet (Episode 23)
Air date: 1965-02-24
Overview: Ozzie cancels a golf date to stay home and make breakfast for Harriet, who is in bed with a cold.
The Desk Photo (Episode 24)
Air date: 1965-03-03
Overview: Kris and Harriet have photos taken for Rick and Ozzie to put on their desks.
The Early Rush Party (Episode 25)
Air date: 1965-03-10
Overview: Rick's fraternity throws an illegal party to recruit a high school football star.
A Painting from the Past (Episode 26)
Air date: 1965-03-17
Overview: A painting from Rick's past comes back into his life and causes contention between him and Kris.
