Father Knows BestSeason 31956 · 37 episodesEpisodes1No Apron StringsBud tries to prove he's not tied to his mother's apron strings.2Never in TwainOn a dude ranch, Betty falls in love with a cowboy only to discover the relationship won't last.3Betty Goes to CollegeJim and Margaret are excited about Betty going to the state college they attended. Betty, who wants to, at first, changes her mind.4Man About TownKippy promises Bud a date with his beautiful cousin, Marissa.5The Homing PigeonJim tries discouraging Betty from moving into an apartment. Bud and the family await the arrival of Charlie, a homing pigeon.6Spaghetti for MargaretThe Andersons entertain an aspiring writer—aspiring for 30 years.7Betty's BirthdayAfter listening to a lecture in class on the origins of giving gifts, Betty announces that she doesn't want a birthday party or presents.8Bud, the MillionaireTo teach Bud a lesson, Jim gives him ten dollars a week for allowance, but he's not to spend the money on anyone else but himself, even indirectly.9The Old DaysJim and Margaret complain about the children's sloppy clothes. The kids judge the antiquated attire they choose for a PTA costume party.10Whistle BaitBetty becomes insecure after she overhears Bud tell Jim that she’s not the kind of girl boys whistle at.11The Great GuyBud and Kippy get a job working at a newspaper.12The Family Goes to New YorkJim is reluctant to let Betty go to New York to be a bridesmaid to her friend Barbara—afraid she’ll get hurt, somehow.13Betty Goes SteadyBetty is going steady according to the rules of her school’s social set. But a guy with a chip on his shoulder challenges her preconceptions.14The Good ProspectThe Andersons try bringing an old man out of his dream world.15The Angel's SweaterJim’s sister comes for Christmas, and the kids are less than thrilled—particularly, Kathy.16The Promising Young ManThe boss's son goes to work in Jim's office.17Margaret Hires a GardenerA Spanish immigrant, Frank, fixes the Andersons lawn and then charges a high price.18Swiss Family AndersonThe Anderson family becomes shipwrecked on a deserted island.19Brief HolidayMargaret takes a small, much-needed break from her daily duties.20The Lawn PartyBud tells the family they are to set up for a lawn party that is tomorrow.21Short WaveWhile listening to Bud’s short wave radio, the family overhears a distress call from a boat.22CarnivalBud squanders Jim's money at a carnival.23Betty and the Jet PilotBetty's new boyfriend, a jet pilot, is transferred to Alaska.24Trip to HillsboroughLooking for adventure, Bud travels to a neighboring town.25An Evening to RememberThe Anderson home is disrupted by a visit from actor Cornel Wilde.26Bud Buys a CarBud buys a car for $10.27Safety FirstWhen Bud receives a traffic ticket, he is forced to become a crossing guard.28Bud, the HeroBud…a hero? A chain reaction of events, starting with a girl who wants to use Bud to make her boyfriend jealous, leads to Bud becoming a hero of the town.29Betty, the Track StarBetty has to choose between a flower queen contest and a track race, occurring on the same afternoon.30The Spelling BeeKathy is apprehensive about the prospect of competing at the county spelling bee.31Bud, the PhilanthropistBud obsesses over getting credit for a generous donation he made.32Baby in the HouseJim and Margaret take care of a baby Betty is supposed to babysit, so she can go out.33Class ProphecyHenry Pruett, a traveling salesman, knocks on the Anderson’s door. It turns out she, Jim and Henry all attended college together.34The Art of RomanceBud gets advice from Jim on how to win over Judy, while Judy asks gets advice from Betty.35Margaret Disowns Her FamilyMargaret tries to help a young woman overcome her fear of having a baby.36Grandpa RetiresJim and Margaret are called in to help Margaret's dad, who's about to hand over his printing office and retire.37Shoot for the MoonSageman helps the Andersons regain their self-confidence.Season 1Season 2Season 4Season 5Season 6
