Proved the Harris Miami sitcom universe could expand without the Girls in every scene.
Why it matters
Episode guide
170 episodes across 7 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Widowed pediatrician Harry navigates career and daughters who moved back in.
Network & studio
- NBC — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1980s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Proved the Harris Miami sitcom universe could expand without the Girls in every scene.
Creators
Susan Harris
Key cast
- Richard Mulligan as Dr. Harry Weston
- Dinah Manoff as Carol Weston
- Kristy McNichol as Barbara Weston
- David Leisure as Charley Dietz
- Park Overall as Laverne Todd
Flash facts
- NBC (1988–1995).
- Golden Girls universe spin-off/adjacent.
- Richard Mulligan Emmy success.
- Long run into the mid-1990s.
FAQ
What network aired Empty Nest?
Empty Nest is associated with NBC (1988–1995).
Why is Empty Nest in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1980s?
Proved the Harris Miami sitcom universe could expand without the Girls in every scene.
Who are the key names behind Empty Nest?
Creators and principals include Susan Harris.
Official & further reading
External sites for further reading — TV Flash is not affiliated with these networks or studios.
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