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Charles in Charge (1984–1990)

TV Series  -  30 min  -  Comedy | Family
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Charles, a college student, moves in with the Powell family as the housekeeper, baby-sitter, and friend to the children... See full summary »

Creator:

Michael Jacobs

Stars:

Scott Baio, Willie Aames and Nicole Eggert
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Year:

1990 | 1989 | 1988 | 1987 | 1985 | 1984
2 wins & 13 nominations See more awards »

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Charles in Charge: Season 1: Episode 22 -- Jill's father arrives from Alaska only to be greeted by mass confusion. Charles in Charge: Season 1: Episode 21 -- Charles invites Jill's old high-school friend for dinner. Charles in Charge: Season 1: Episode 20 -- Lila wants to date a boy her parents dislike.
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Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Scott Baio ...
Charles (126 episodes, 1984-1990)
Willie Aames Willie Aames ...
Buddy Lembeck (126 episodes, 1984-1990)
Nicole Eggert ...
Jamie Powell (104 episodes, 1987-1990)
Josie Davis ...
Sarah Powell (104 episodes, 1987-1990)
Alexander Polinsky ...
Adam Powell (104 episodes, 1987-1990)
James T. Callahan James T. Callahan ...
Walter Powell (104 episodes, 1987-1990)
Ellen Travolta Ellen Travolta ...
Lillian (70 episodes, 1987-1990)
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Storyline

Charles, a college student, moves in with the Powell family as the housekeeper, baby-sitter, and friend to the children. Along with his best friend, Buddy, Charles attempts to manage his life, especially college and girls, as well as tend to the family. Written by David Landers <dml@gwis.com>  

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Plot Keywords:

College Student | Best Friend | Housekeeper | Housework | New Jersey  | See more »

Genres:

Comedy | Family

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

(USA) See more »

Also Known As:

юБТМШЪ Ч ПФЧЕФЕ See more »

Filming Locations:

Universal Studios - 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Al Burton Productions, Scholastic Productions, Universal TV See more »
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Technical Specs

Runtime:

(126 episodes)

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1
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Trivia

The role of Charles was written for Michael J. Fox, who declined. See more »

Quotes

Douglas Pembroke: ...All right,
[shouts]
Douglas Pembroke: who stole my Incredible Hulk underoos?
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Connections

Referenced in "Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Giant Gila Monster (#5.2)" (1992) See more »