Music-sitcom hybrid that made David Cassidy a teen idol industrial complex.
Why it matters
Episode guide
96 episodes across 4 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
A widowed mom and her kids tour as a pop band in a candy-colored bus while sitcom plots and chart singles collide.
Network & studio
- ABC — broadcast network
- Screen Gems — production studio
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1970s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Music-sitcom hybrid that made David Cassidy a teen idol industrial complex.
Creators
Bernard Slade
Key cast
- Shirley Jones as Shirley Partridge
- David Cassidy as Keith Partridge
- Susan Dey as Laurie Partridge
- Danny Bonaduce as Danny Partridge
- Dave Madden as Reuben Kincaid
Flash facts
- Several soundtrack singles were real hits, including 'I Think I Love You.'
- David Cassidy's concert fame outgrew the show.
- Susan Dey later reinvented herself on L.A. Law.
FAQ
What network aired The Partridge Family?
The Partridge Family is associated with ABC (1970–1974).
Why is The Partridge Family in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1970s?
Music-sitcom hybrid that made David Cassidy a teen idol industrial complex.
Who are the key names behind The Partridge Family?
Creators and principals include Bernard Slade.
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