Jamie (1953–1954)

Jamie is an orphan who is shuttled from one uncaring home to another. He finally ends up in Aunt Laurie's house where he meets kindred spirit Granpa who is ignored by everyone. The two of ... See full summary »

Stars:

Brandon De Wilde, Polly Rowles, Ernest Truex

Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Brandon De Wilde	...	Jamison Francis McHummber (Jamie) (23 episodes, 1953-1954)
Polly Rowles	...	Aunt Laurie (20 episodes, 1953-1954)
Ernest Truex	...	Grandpa McHummer (19 episodes, 1953-1954)
Kathleen Nolan	...	Cousin Liz (17 episodes, 1953-1954)

Storyline

Jamie is an orphan who is shuttled from one uncaring home to another. He finally ends up in Aunt Laurie's house where he meets kindred spirit Granpa who is ignored by everyone. The two of them become best friends and share one adventure after another.

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Plot Keywords:

live television | sitcom | character name in title

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Genres:

Comedy | Romance

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

28 September 1953 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Talent Associates

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The ABC network canceled the series two episodes into the second season because of a business dispute with its show's sponsor.

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Connections

Referenced in What's My Line?: Episode dated 10 January 1954 (1954)

User Reviews

when TV was family oriented

I remember this show when I was a pre-teen. It was family oriented touching on a wondering child looking for love and a family. Story content skips my mind, but the porch was where many of the problems were solved with Jamie and his aunt in her chair. It has been 50 years since I last saw it, but it left a lasting effect on me and I only wish that one day the show will be made available for all to see. This young man was another James Dean. I also say that about River Phoenix...........I don't know why, but the brilliant die young. De Wilde, Phoenix and Dean took the world by storm with their ability to make you believe in their character. Brandons films were made with integrity and emotional drain. I can't imagine the movie industry never having had these stars appear and give us there all.