Going My Way
Father O'Malley is sent to a parish in lower class New York City to assist old, crusty pastor Father Fitzgibbon. Mrs. Featherstone is the housekeeper in the rectory. When he arrives, Father O'Malley meets his boyhood friend Tom Colwell, who is running the local community center.
- 1962-1963
- 1 season
- ABC
- Drama, Family
Father O'Malley is sent to a parish in lower class New York City to assist old, crusty pastor Father Fitzgibbon. Mrs. Featherstone is the housekeeper in the rectory. When he arrives, Father O'Malley meets his boyhood friend Tom Colwell, who is running the local community center.
Season 1 Episode Guide
30 Episodes 1962 - 1963
Episode 1
Back to Ballymora
Wed, Oct 3, 1962 60 mins
A curmudgeonly parishioner wants to send Father Fitzgibbon on a trip to Ireland, but he has other ideas for the money.
Episode 2
The Crooked Angel
Wed, Oct 10, 1962 60 mins
The priests and nuns try to help a troubled youth with a golden voice.
Episode 3
The Parish Car
Wed, Oct 17, 1962 60 mins
Father Fitzgibbon fears he is getting too old for his responsibilities, and especially too trusting for his financial duties.
Episode 4
The Father
Wed, Oct 24, 1962 60 mins
A stern parent alienates his daughter.
Episode 5
A Man for Mary
Wed, Oct 31, 1962 60 mins
An aspiring actress has no idea how men react to her.
Episode 6
Like My Own Brother
Wed, Nov 7, 1962 60 mins
Adult brothers confront their childhood grudges.
Episode 7
Not Good Enough for Mary
Wed, Nov 14, 1962 60 mins
Adult brother objects to his sister's long-awaited marriage.
Episode 8
A Matter of Principle
Wed, Nov 21, 1962 60 mins
An egotistical high school basketball player is the catalyst for many lessons.
Episode 9
Mr. Second Chance
Wed, Nov 28, 1962 60 mins
A former criminal wants to reunite with his family.
Episode 10
Ask Me No Questions
Wed, Dec 5, 1962 60 mins
Young son is pulled between separated parents.
Episode 11
Keep an Eye on Santa Claus
Wed, Dec 12, 1962 60 mins
Ex-con grandfather may repeat his past mistakes.
Episode 12
A Dog for Father Fitz
Wed, Dec 19, 1962 60 mins
An Irish setter changes hands, but has a mind of his own.
Episode 13
A Saint for Momma
Wed, Dec 26, 1962 60 mins
A statue of St. Anthony goes missing; a son's marriage plan has unintended consequences.
Episode 14
Tell Me When You Get to Heaven
Wed, Jan 2, 1963 60 mins
Hostile agnostic doctor is harassed by neighborhood teens.
Episode 15
My Son the Social Worker
Wed, Jan 9, 1963 60 mins
Tom's father visits, and his personality is overbearing to Tom.
Episode 16
My Memorial for Finnegan
Wed, Jan 16, 1963 60 mins
A rich man owes old debts.
Episode 17
Don't Forget to Say Goodbye
Wed, Jan 23, 1963 60 mins
A mother wants to prevent the wedding of her daughter because her own marriage is unhappy.
Episode 18
The Shoemaker's Child
Wed, Jan 30, 1963 60 mins
Teenage son of a pediatrician behaves suspiciously to gain acceptance among his peers.
Episode 19
The Slasher
Wed, Feb 6, 1963 60 mins
A professional wrestler with a heart condition seeks his next career.
Episode 20
One Small Unhappy Family
Wed, Feb 13, 1963 60 mins
A young childless couple disagree on adoption.
Episode 21
Has Anybody Here Seen Eddie?
Wed, Feb 20, 1963 60 mins
The social worker tries to reform a young man despite the priests' skepticism.
Episode 22
Blessed Are the Meek
Wed, Feb 27, 1963 60 mins
A visiting bishop forces the church sexton to confront his past.
Episode 23
Cornelius Come Home
Wed, Mar 6, 1963 60 mins
Lifetime gambler buys a ticket for the potential purse of a horse in the Irish Sweepstakes.
Episode 24
The Boss of the Ward
Wed, Mar 13, 1963 60 mins
The ward boss is ousted after 35 years.
Episode 25
Run, Robin, Run
Wed, Mar 20, 1963 60 mins
Prejudices govern the life of young black man.
Episode 26
Reformation of Willie
Wed, Mar 27, 1963 60 mins
The priests give a reprobate some opportunities to reform himself.
Episode 27
Custody of the Child
Wed, Apr 3, 1963 60 mins
The parish priests get involved in a custody battle over a little girl between a showgirl and her paternal grandmother.
Episode 28
Florence, Come Home
Wed, Apr 10, 1963 60 mins
An under-appreciated wife leaves her husband.
Episode 29
Hear No Evil
Wed, Apr 17, 1963 60 mins
A deaf couple must adjust to the restoration of the wife's hearing.
Episode 30
A Tough Act to Follow
Wed, Apr 24, 1963 60 mins
Tom leaves the youth center to take a higher paying job.