Bridget Loves Bernie (1972–1973)

TV Series  -  30 min  -  Comedy
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The daily struggles of two newlyweds: rich Catholic Bridget and Jewish cabbie Bernie.

Creator:

Bernard Slade

Stars:

David Birney, Meredith Baxter and Harold J. Stone
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Season:

1

Year:

1973 | 1972
Nominated for Golden Globe. See more awards »
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Cast

Complete series cast summary:
David Birney ...
Bernie Steinberg (24 episodes, 1972-1973)
Meredith Baxter ...
Bridget Fitzgerald Steinberg (24 episodes, 1972-1973)
Harold J. Stone ...
Sam Steinberg (24 episodes, 1972-1973)
Bibi Osterwald Bibi Osterwald ...
Sophie Steinberg (24 episodes, 1972-1973)
David Doyle David Doyle ...
Walter Fitzgerald (24 episodes, 1972-1973)
Audra Lindley ...
Amy Fitzgerald (24 episodes, 1972-1973)
Ned Glass Ned Glass ...
Uncle 'Moe' Plotnick (24 episodes, 1972-1973)
Robert Sampson Robert Sampson ...
Father Mike Fitzgerald (24 episodes, 1972-1973)
William Elliott ...
Otis Foster (13 episodes, 1972)
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Storyline

Wealthy white-bread Bridget Fitzgerald and lower-class cabdriver Bernie Steinberg meet, fall in love and marry. Even though their love for each other is never in doubt, both are constantly forced to deal with their parents, who are uncomfortable with their kids' differences in social status and religion. Written by Marty McKee <mmckee@soltec.net>  

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Plot Keywords:

Irish American | Sitcom | Character Name In Title

Genres:

Comedy

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Bridget und Bernie See more »

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Screen Gems Television, Thornhill Productions Inc. See more »
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Technical Specs

Runtime:

(24 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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Trivia

The idea of a Jew marrying a Catholic was highly controversial at the time. Reportedly, the show was cancelled because CBS executives were tired of the constant protests and hate mail. See more »

Connections

Referenced in "Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Rebel Set (#5.19)" (1992) See more »

Soundtracks

"Love is Crazy"
(Theme Song)
Music by Jerry Fielding
Lyrics by Diane Hildebrand See more »