Apple's Way
After years of experiencing the Los Angeles rat race, George Apple, his wife Barbara, and their four children move back to George's hometown of Appleton, Iowa, where adjusting to a new culture, new climate, new friends, and a new pace are not as easy as they thought it would be.
- 1974-1975
- 2 seasons
- CBS
- Drama, Family
After years of experiencing the Los Angeles rat race, George Apple, his wife Barbara, and their four children move back to George's hometown of Appleton, Iowa, where adjusting to a new culture, new climate, new friends, and a new pace are not as easy as they thought it would be.
Season 2 Episode Guide
15 Episodes 1974 - 1975
Episode 1
The Tornado
Sun, Sep 15, 1974
An approaching tornado places the lives of several Apple family members in grave danger. After ushering the children into the storm cellar for safety, George is severely injured by a collapsed beam. Meanwhile, driving on an errand, Barbara and Grandfather Aldon crash their car while trying to avoid a tree felled by the storm.
Episode 2
The Circus
Sun, Sep 22, 1974
Feeling alienated by her distracted parents and the taunts of her siblings, who tease her with the idea that she's adopted, an upset Patricia decides to run away from home and join a traveling circus visiting Appleton. There she meets circus employees Claudine Delacourt and Mr. Alfredd who are instrumental in solving not only Patricia's problem, but the dilemma distracting George, a lack of funding for the town's foster home.
Episode 3
The Friend
Sun, Sep 29, 1974
George is worried about the future of the local paper when it's about to be purchased by a national chain. He impulsively uses his life savings to buy it himself without consulting his family. He must deal with a variety of primarily negative reactions.
Episode 4
The Returning
Sun, Oct 6, 1974
The son of an old friend of George's, 20-year-old Ben Haggerty, is paroled from prison in Apple's custody with the hope that living with the Apple family will aid his rehabilitation.
Episode 5
The First Love
Sun, Oct 13, 1974
Paul falls hard for Jane Huston, a beautiful slightly-older woman who's visiting the area. As she prepares to return to New York City, he believes he's found true love and is determined to go with her although his parents are against it.
Episode 6
The Engagement
Sun, Oct 20, 1974 60 mins
Grandpa Aldon has fallen in love and become engaged, surprising his family. He plans to move his bride into the family home. George is against this, and he must consider the reasons for his opposition.
Episode 7
The Candy Drive
Sun, Oct 27, 1974
The Appleton youngsters enter a candy drive to benefit handicapped children.
Episode 8
The Winning Season
Sun, Nov 10, 1974
Paul is injured while playing football. His doctor tells him that he needs time to heal, but a big game is coming up. The doctor says that if he plays and is injured, his current injury could be aggravated. George tells Paul that he cannot play, but Paul doesn't feel that it's anyone's decision but his own.
Episode 9
The Flag
Sun, Nov 17, 1974
Conservative Appletonians try to prevent a group of students from presenting a play that denigrates the United States.
Episode 10
The Real Thanksgiving
Sun, Nov 24, 1974
George's meticulous plans for the family's first major holiday in Appleton appear to be spoiled when Paul and Cathy receive an invitation to spend Thanksgiving with friends in California. His disappointment at their decision to go quickly becomes concern when the private plane transporting them loses contact. Meanwhile, Paul and Cathy fight for survival after the plane crashes in a remote area.
Episode 11
The Apprentice
Sun, Dec 1, 1974
George loves being an architect and was excited when Paul indicated that he might want to be one, but now that he's older, Paul realizes that he has other interests--but is afraid of hurting his father if he tells him.
Episode 12
The Outsider
Sun, Dec 15, 1974
A crusading atheist tries to block Appleton's plan to build an interfaith chapel.
Episode 13
The Christmas Party
Sun, Dec 22, 1974
When someone tells George some information, he expects that it will remain confidential, but he soon has a dilemma: reveal the news entrusted to him, or risk a rupture with his father.
Episode 14
The Outing
Sun, Jan 5, 1975
Believing that his children are accustomed to relying on modern conveniences and concerned about their future, George decides on a wilderness outing to teach them self-reliance--but everything that can go wrong does.
Episode 15
The Price
Sun, Jan 12, 1975
When George and Steven find a gun, they have the serial number checked--and learn that it was used in a serious crime in Chicago, which shatters the illusion that they are safe from urban problems in Iowa.