Life Goes On 1989
“Obladi, oblada, life goes on, brah, lala, how the life goes on.”
What is Life Goes On?
Life Goes On is a television series that aired on ABC from September 12, 1989, to May 23, 1993. The show centers on the Thatcher family living in suburban Chicago: Drew, his wife Elizabeth, and their children Paige, Rebecca, and Charles, who is known as Corky.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 83
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 12, 1989
- Last aired
- May 23, 1993
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Drama, Family
- Updated
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Life Goes On is a television series that aired on ABC from September 12, 1989, to May 23, 1993. The show centers on the Thatcher family living in suburban Chicago: Drew, his wife Elizabeth, and their children Paige, Rebecca, and Charles, who is known as Corky. Notably, Life Goes On was the first television series to feature a major character with Down syndrome. The series was created by Michael Braverman and starred actors including Bill Smitrovich, Patti LuPone, and Chris Burke, who portrayed Corky Thatcher. The show blends comedy and drama as it explores the everyday challenges and experiences of the family. During its run, it addressed various social and personal issues relevant to American families. The program concluded in 1993 after four seasons on the air.
Should you watch it?
“The Thatcher family navigates life in suburban Chicago in this groundbreaking television drama series.”
- features a groundbreaking lead character
- explores suburban family dynamics
- contains dated production values
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven family dramas that explore unique perspectives.
The series is a family-oriented drama appropriate for general audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Pilot Sep 12, 1989
- E2 Corky for President Sep 24, 1989
- E3 The Baby-Sitter Oct 1, 1989
- E4 Break a Leg, Mom Oct 8, 1989
- E5 Becca's First Love Oct 15, 1989
- E6 Paige's Date Oct 22, 1989
- E7 Paige's Mom Nov 5, 1989
- E8 Call of the Wild Nov 12, 1989
- E9 Corky Witnesses a Crime Nov 26, 1989
- E10 Ordinary Heroes Dec 3, 1989
- E11 Pets, Guys and Videotape Dec 10, 1989
- E12 Corky's Crush Jan 14, 1990
- E13 Thacher and Henderson Jan 21, 1990
- E14 The Return of Uncle Richard Feb 4, 1990
- E15 Brothers Feb 11, 1990
- E16 Corky Rebels Feb 18, 1990
- E17 It Ain't All It's Cracked up to Be Mar 4, 1990
- E18 Pig o' My Heart Mar 25, 1990
- E19 Becca and the Underground Newspaper Apr 1, 1990
- E20 Save the Last Dance for Me Apr 15, 1990
- E21 With a Mighty Heart Apr 29, 1990
- E22 The Spring Fling May 13, 1990
Season 2 · 22 episodes
- E1 Honeymoon from Hell Sep 16, 1990
- E2 Corky and the Dolphins Sep 23, 1990
- E3 The Visitor Sep 30, 1990
- E4 Becca and the Band Oct 7, 1990
- E5 The Banquet Room Renovation Oct 14, 1990
- E6 Halloween Oct 28, 1990
- E7 Chicken Pox Nov 4, 1990
- E8 La Dolce Becca Nov 11, 1990
- E9 A Thacher Thanksgiving Nov 18, 1990
- E10 Libby's Sister Nov 25, 1990
- E11 The Buddy Dec 9, 1990
- E12 The Bicycle Thief Dec 16, 1990
- E13 Isn't It Romantic Jan 6, 1991
- E14 The Bigger Picture Jan 13, 1991
- E15 Last Stand in Glen Brook Feb 3, 1991
- E16 Head over Heels Feb 10, 1991
- E17 Corky's Travels Mar 10, 1991
- E18 Thanks a Bunch, Dr. Lamaze Mar 17, 1991
- E19 Ghost of Grandpa Past Mar 31, 1991
- E20 Arthur Apr 7, 1991
- E21 Lighter Than Air Apr 28, 1991
- E22 Proms and Prams May 5, 1991
Season 3 · 22 episodes
- E1 Toast Sep 22, 1991
- E2 Hello, Goodbye Sep 29, 1991
- E3 Out of the Mainstream Oct 6, 1991
- E4 Armageddon Oct 13, 1991
- E5 Sweet 16 Oct 20, 1991
- E6 Life After Death Nov 3, 1991
- E7 Dueling Divas Nov 10, 1991
- E8 Invasion of the Thacher Snatchers Nov 17, 1991
- E9 Loaded Question Nov 24, 1991
- E10 Triangles Dec 1, 1991
- E11 The Smell of Fear Dec 15, 1991
- E12 Struck by Lightning Jan 5, 1992
- E13 Jerry's Deli Jan 19, 1992
- E14 The Room Feb 9, 1992
- E15 The Wall Feb 16, 1992
- E16 The Blues Feb 23, 1992
- E17 The Fairy Tale Mar 1, 1992
- E18 Hearts and Flowers Mar 15, 1992
- E19 Corky's Romance Mar 29, 1992
- E20 More Than Friends Apr 26, 1992
- E21 Confessions May 3, 1992
- E22 Consenting Adults May 10, 1992
Season 4 · 17 episodes
- E1 Bec to the Future Sep 20, 1992
- E2 Exposed Sep 27, 1992
- E3 Premarital Syndrome Oct 4, 1992
- E4 The Whole Truth Oct 18, 1992
- E5 Love Letters Nov 8, 1992
- E6 Windows Nov 22, 1992
- E7 Babes in the Woods Nov 29, 1992
- E8 Udder Madness Dec 13, 1992
- E9 Happy Holidays Dec 20, 1992
- E10 Choices Jan 3, 1993
- E11 Incident on Main Jan 10, 1993
- E12 Lost Weekend Jan 24, 1993
- E13 Visions Feb 14, 1993
- E14 Five to Midnight Feb 21, 1993
- E15 Bedfellows Feb 28, 1993
- E16 Last Wish Mar 7, 1993
- E17 Life Goes On (and On and On) May 23, 1993
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
The series focuses on the daily lives of the Thatcher family living in suburban Chicago.
Who are the main characters?
The family consists of Drew, his wife Elizabeth, and their children Paige, Rebecca, and Charles, also known as Corky.
When did the show air?
The series aired on ABC from September 12, 1989, to May 23, 1993.
What makes this show significant?
It was the first television series to feature a major character with Down syndrome.
Where is the show set?
The story takes place in suburban Chicago.