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The Gertrude Berg Show

1961 – 1962Show1 season26 episodes

Comedy
90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

A heartwarming, hopeful comedy series about family and everyday modern life, with standout characters.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for brutality, scares or big ideas.

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Story

The Gertrude Berg Show is an American sitcom that aired on CBS from October 4, 1961 to April 5, 1962. The series centers on Sarah Green, played by Gertrude Berg, a 62-year-old widow who enrolls to college.

Feels like

  • Classic Sitcom
  • Gentle Comedy
  • Family-Oriented
  • Heartwarming
  • Character-Driven
  • Mid-Century Americana
  • Life Transitions
  • Intergenerational Relationships
  • Nostalgic

Cast

16 of 16 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Hy Averback
Written by
Gertrude Berg
Produced by
Hy Averback

Everyone

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Facts

October 4, 1961 · April 5, 1962 · Ended

First aired
October 4, 1961
Last aired
April 5, 1962
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 26 episodes
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is The Gertrude Berg Show worth watching?"

Questions about The Gertrude Berg Show

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Gertrude Berg Show worth watching?

90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90.

Is The Gertrude Berg Show okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Gertrude Berg Show?

13 h

About 13 hours: 26 episodes in 1 season of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1961 to 1962.

Will The Gertrude Berg Show make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (8 of 10) and sharp wit (6 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Gertrude Berg Show?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 2 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.