The Governor & J.J.
William Drinkwater was the governor of a quiet Midwestern state. Since he was a widower, his "first lady" was his hip, bright, opinionated daughter Jennifer Jo, who worked as a zookeeper. Despite their differences in age and politics (he was conservative, she leaned towards the left), the two got along extremely well and loved each other very much. Maggie was the governor's secretary, Sara the maid, and George his press secretary.
- 1969-1970
- 2 seasons
- CBS
- Comedy
William Drinkwater was the governor of a quiet Midwestern state. Since he was a widower, his "first lady" was his hip, bright, opinionated daughter Jennifer Jo, who worked as a zookeeper. Despite their differences in age and politics (he was conservative, she leaned towards the left), the two got along extremely well and loved each other very much. Maggie was the governor's secretary, Sara the maid, and George his press secretary.
Season 1 Episode Guide
26 Episodes 1969 - 1970
Episode 1
The Second 1st Lady
Tue, Sep 23, 1969 30 mins
The governor and his daughter J.J. have heated arguments over some fundamental issues a result that dad thinks of as the generation gap. But when he needs his daughter to fill in traditionally as the first lady, she comes through beautifully.
Episode 2
There Go the Judge
Tue, Sep 30, 1969 30 mins
When J.J. gets a ticket she has a hard time convincing everyone that she wants to go to court like everyone else.
Episode 3
Romeo and J.J.
Tue, Oct 14, 1969 30 mins
J.J. falls big for Hollywood lothario Garrett Spaulding and heads to Hollywood when the actor returns to home. Governor Drinkwater is worried that his daughter is headed for heartbreak.
Episode 4
One Little Indian
Tue, Oct 21, 1969 30 mins
Governor Drinkwater is proud of his heritage and descent from a fighter in the tribal wars of the past century. But when the news gets out it threatens to derail iimportant Indian legislation and Drinkwater must fix it.
Episode 5
Cat on a Hot Tin Mansion
Tue, Oct 28, 1969 30 mins
Episode 6
The Butterfly Man of Alcazar
Tue, Nov 4, 1969 30 mins
Episode 7
Come Fly Without Me
Tue, Nov 11, 1969 30 mins
George is afraid of flying but Drinkwater and J.J. try to convince him to work through it. George goes up in a plane not realizing the pilot is upset over breaking up with his girlfriend.
Episode 8
Rhyme with Reason
Tue, Nov 18, 1969 30 mins
Sara's granddaughter Marcy is visiting and everyone is welcoming. But Marcy sings a protest song at a rally that seems to be directed at Governor Drinkwater which changes everything.
Episode 9
My Good Friend, What's His Name?
Tue, Nov 25, 1969 30 mins
Governor Drinkwater is selected to give a humanitarian award to a man he doesn't care for. At the awards ceremony William can't remember the man's name leading to embarrassment.
Episode 10
Springtime for Maggie
Tue, Dec 2, 1969 30 mins
Episode 11
State of Reunion
Tue, Dec 9, 1969 30 mins
A woman from William Drinkwater's past shows up. J.J. and the governor's staff are intrigued and speculate as to what is happening.
Episode 12
Bunky's Buddy
Tue, Dec 16, 1969 30 mins
Episode 13
The Governor's Portrait
Tue, Dec 23, 1969 30 mins
Episode 14
Profile in Discourage
Tue, Dec 30, 1969 30 mins
Episode 15
Once Upon a War
Tue, Jan 6, 1970 30 mins
An old college friend of Governor Drinkwater comes for a visit and the governor is looking forward to it. But the man is now a South American dictator and that doesn't sit well with J.J.
Episode 16
Never Judge a Book by Its Naked Cover
Tue, Jan 13, 1970 30 mins
J.J. is reading a racy novel and Governor Drinkwater picks it up to see what it's about. But the wrong people happen to find out and Drinkwater is the target of their anti-smut campaign.
Episode 17
The Last Weekend
Tue, Jan 20, 1970 30 mins
The governor wants to have a low key weekend at a remote cabin and takes J.J. along. But when the two are snowed in they realize how much they both like the everyday distractions.
Episode 18
The Tic Toc Tale
Tue, Jan 27, 1970 60 mins
J.J. buys her father the governor a beautiful watch as a gift. But when George accidentally finds it he thinks it's to honor his ten years of service with Drinkwater.
Episode 19
Luv the Guv
Tue, Feb 3, 1970 60 mins
Episode 20
Bye, George
Tue, Feb 17, 1970 30 mins
The governor thinks George is about to leave his position to take a job with the president. Drinkwater looks around for a replacement and decides George's current girlfriend is perfect which creates a problem.
Episode 21
Abe Lincoln Slept Here
Tue, Feb 24, 1970 30 mins
The governor and his daughter find themselves on opposite sides of a highway construction project. The road is to go through a children's zoo where J.J. works.
Episode 22
Son of the Bride
Tue, Mar 3, 1970 30 mins
Governor Drinkwater's mother Ella is getting remarried and he is happy for her. But a debate arises over the size of the wedding and the governor finds himself caught in the middle.
Episode 23
The Governor Gets the Chair
Tue, Mar 10, 1970 30 mins
Episode 24
The Return of Doctor Livingston
Tue, Mar 17, 1970 30 mins
J.J. agrees to a blind date with reservations but ends up having a wonderful time. But the handsome veterinarian Dr. Livingston hasn't called in a week causing her to worry.
Episode 25
Charley's Back in Town
Tue, Mar 24, 1970 30 mins
Episode 26
Second Opinion
Tue, Mar 31, 1970 30 mins