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Happy Days (1974–1984) 7.3
The Cunningham family live through the 1950s with help and guidance from the lovable and almost superhuman greaser, Fonzie. Creator:Garry Marshall |
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Cast
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| Henry Winkler | ... |
Arthur 'Fonzie' Fonzarelli
(255 episodes, 1974-1984)
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| Marion Ross | ... |
Marion Cunningham
(255 episodes, 1974-1984)
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| Tom Bosley | ... |
Howard Cunningham
(255 episodes, 1974-1984)
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| Erin Moran | ... |
Joanie Cunningham
(236 episodes, 1974-1984)
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| Anson Williams | ... |
Potsie Weber
(219 episodes, 1974-1984)
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| Ron Howard | ... |
Richie Cunningham
(171 episodes, 1974-1984)
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| Don Most | ... |
Ralph Malph
(167 episodes, 1974-1983)
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| Al Molinaro | ... |
Al Delvecchio
(146 episodes, 1974-1984)
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| Scott Baio | ... |
Chachi Arcola
(130 episodes, 1977-1984)
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Richie Cunningham and his friend Potsie face life at Jefferson High in Milwaukee Wisconsin in the 1950s. Originally fifth-billed Fonzie moved up steadily, finally into first billing in 1980, as the thumbs-up, "Heyyy!" biker increased his own and show's popularity. Lots of changes over time as kids come and go, new series spin off, Richie and pals go to college then the army. Even marriage. Written by Ed Stephan <stephan@cc.wwu.edu>
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
15 January 1974 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
New Family in Town See more »Company Credits
Production Co:
Henderson Productions, Miller-Milkis Productions, Miller-Milkis-Boyett Productions See more »
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4:3
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Howard Cunningham: How many teeny-weeny little glasses did you have?
Richie Cunningham: Seventy-two.
Howard Cunningham: I think it's time for some teeny-weeny cups of coffee.
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Richie and Joanie originally had an older brother, Chuck, who vanished without explanation. Now when a character is dropped from a series with no explanation given, it is known as "Chuck Cunningham Syndrome." See more »Goofs
The architecture was incorrect. From exterior shots the driveway/garage of the Cunningham house was to the right of the front door, while from the interior sets the garage was still to the right of the front door (i.e. it would be on the left as viewed from outside). See more »Quotes
Richie Cunningham: All we had was beer in teeny-weeny little glasses.Howard Cunningham: How many teeny-weeny little glasses did you have?
Richie Cunningham: Seventy-two.
Howard Cunningham: I think it's time for some teeny-weeny cups of coffee.
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Yes, those were Happy Days, when I watched this show as a child. For quite a while, this was the best show on tv. It outstayed its welcome, but it shined for a time.
The success of the show rests heavily on the performances of Ron Howard, Henry Winkler, Tom Bosley, and Marion Ross. Henry Winkler had tremendous charisma and handled his role with great subtlety, until the writing got out of hand. Ron Howard was the rare case of a child actor whose talent matured with his body. Tom Bosley and Marion Ross were outstanding character actors who brought life to Howard and Marion Cunningham. The cast was rounded out by fine supporting players and guest stars.
It was interesting to watch the 50's nostalgia evolve to the point that the time period was no longer mentioned in the show. It seemed that, by the end, it was set in the present. It's interesting to watch the earliest seasons, with episodes revolving around Adlai Stevenson vs. Eisenhower, or Rock 'N' Roll shows; and compare those to shows revolving around Fonzie as a teacher.
It's a shame that memories of Happy Days are tainted by the later years, and that stupid "jumping the shark" phrase. For a time, this show was unbeatable. It created successful spin-offs, like "Laverne and Shirley" and "Mork and Mindy," as well as less successful ones like "Joannie Loves Chachi." It ruled Tuesday nights and was one of the top ten shows for a long part of its existence.
The one question that remains from this show is, "What happened to Chuck?" Maybe he died in Vietnam, with the Beaver. Oh, wait, that was an urban legend. Maybe he was recruited into the CIA.