Westinghouse Playhouse
Nan, a successful Broadway star, marries Dan McGovern a widower. On their way home, Dan tells her that he had not told his two children, Buddy and Nancy, that he was getting married. Nan is then confronted with two rude and indifferent stepchildren and the housekeeper, Mrs. Harper. The following episodes detail her trials and tribulations in dealing with the kids and housekeeper.
- 1961-1961
- 1 season
- NBC
- Comedy
Nan, a successful Broadway star, marries Dan McGovern a widower. On their way home, Dan tells her that he had not told his two children, Buddy and Nancy, that he was getting married. Nan is then confronted with two rude and indifferent stepchildren and the housekeeper, Mrs. Harper. The following episodes detail her trials and tribulations in dealing with the kids and housekeeper.
Season 1 Episode Guide
26 Episodes 1961
Episode 1
Amateur Mother
Fri, Jan 6, 1961 30 mins
Episode 2
I Seen the Saw
Fri, Jan 13, 1961 30 mins
Nan becomes jealous when the glamorous Sylvia begins a collaboration with Dan.
Episode 3
Poker Game
Fri, Jan 20, 1961 30 mins
Dan hesitates to tell Nan about his weekly card night with his pals as he's unsure how his new bride will react.
Episode 4
It's All in the Mind
Fri, Jan 27, 1961 30 mins
Dinky and Buddy start studying bats. Man is surprised when she sees son Buddy hanging upside down in his room.
Episode 5
The Planned Picnic
Fri, Feb 3, 1961 30 mins
Nan thinks the family operates haphazardly. She decides to put everything and body in a schedule.
Episode 6
A Date for Buddy
Fri, Feb 10, 1961 30 mins
Mona wants to break into show business and she thinks dating Buddy will help get her connected to his dad. Buddy falls for the girl, not knowing he's being used.
Episode 7
A Tale of Two Mothers
Fri, Feb 17, 1961 30 mins
Now that the honeymoon period has passed Dan's parents decide to visit. The time chosen coincides when Nan's mom is there. The in-laws heave very different approaches to life.
Episode 8
Nanette's Teenage Suitor
Fri, Feb 24, 1961 30 mins
Herbie, a friend of Nancy's, is frequently coming by the house. It's soon revealed it's not the daughter he's coming to admire but her stepmother Nan.
Episode 9
A Special Special
Fri, Mar 3, 1961 30 mins
Nan's old pal Sanford is producing a play in town. When his star falls sick he begs Nan to fill in.
Episode 10
Buddy's Formal Dinner
Fri, Mar 10, 1961 30 mins
An old friend of Nan has a daughter needing an escort to an event. It's decided that Buddy would be perfect as the young lady's date. Buddy is on the reluctant side.
Episode 11
For Richer or Poorer
Fri, Mar 17, 1961 30 mins
Dan gets fired and the family has to streamline living expenses. Three days later, the boss wants Dan back only to be told off at every attempt to rehire him.
Episode 12
The Show Must Go On
Fri, Mar 24, 1961 30 mins
Producer Sanford is constantly trying to get Nan to return to stage. He thinks by casting her stepdaughter Nancy in a play is a way for it to happen.
Episode 13
Home Honeymoon
Fri, Mar 31, 1961 30 mins
Dan and Nan are about to depart for their postponed honeymoon to Hawaii when Dan gets an idea for an unfinished script. As his inspirational juices flow Nan get frustrated.
Episode 14
Those Golden Days
Fri, Apr 7, 1961 30 mins
Nan puts Dan on an exercise program that she believes will keep him young. But the more Dan works out the older he feels.
Episode 15
The Pipes of Pan
Fri, Apr 14, 1961 30 mins
Buddy has a jalopy but no drivers license. He convinces Nan to drive him so he can get one but a number of mishaps, some involving her extra large hat, make the journey interesting.
Episode 16
Moth Trap
Fri, Apr 21, 1961 30 mins
Dan and Nan have former romantic partners come back into their lives. Both are pleased that they have no lingering emotions for their exes.
Episode 17
Sweet Charity
Fri, Apr 28, 1961 30 mins
Dan is perturbed that Nan is usually gone from home because of her committee work. When he asks her to change things, she does. The committees start meeting in Dan's house.
Episode 18
Dear Diary
Fri, May 12, 1961 30 mins
Episode 19
Barby
Fri, May 19, 1961 30 mins
Episode 20
Nancy Come Home
Fri, May 26, 1961 30 mins
Episode 21
Country Club
Fri, Jun 2, 1961 30 mins
Nan pushes Nancy to hang out with a different crowd, one that includes the eligible and handsome Preston Fairbanks.
Episode 22
Behind Every Great Man
Fri, Jun 9, 1961 30 mins
Episode 23
House Guest
Fri, Jun 16, 1961 30 mins
Nan old pal Lorraine comes for a visit. Nan recalls her as a mousey type and is not prepared for her stunningly glamorous transformation.
Episode 24
The Mrs. Harper Story
Fri, Jun 23, 1961 30 mins
The McGovern's housekeeper Mrs. Harper becomes apprehensive when an old friend intends to visit. She under the false impression that Harper is a wealthy widow. Nan and family decide to help.
Episode 25
Ballet-Oop
Fri, Jun 30, 1961 30 mins
Buddy's football team is on a losing streak and Nan, after studying the situation, has the solution. She thinks the boys would play better if they had ballet lessons. Unsurprisingly she meets resistance.
Episode 26
Nan Suits Dan
Fri, Jul 7, 1961 30 mins
Nan decides both the house and it's residents need sprucing up. She buys new drapes and gets Buddy a new suit. But when Nan turns her attention to Dan he puts his foot down.