Maude 1972
“Liberal. Independent. Controversial. Hilarious.”
What is Maude?
Maude is a television series that premiered on CBS. The show is a sitcom created by Norman Lear and stars Bea Arthur as the main character.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 141
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 12, 1972
- Last aired
- Apr 22, 1978
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- CBS
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Maude is a television series that premiered on CBS. The show is a sitcom created by Norman Lear and stars Bea Arthur as the main character. Maude Findlay is a well-educated and upper middle class woman who is the archetypal feminist of her generation. She lives in suburban Tuckahoe, New York, with her fourth husband, Walter, their divorced daughter, Carol, and grandson Phillip. The series aired for several years, during which time it featured a cast of characters and storylines that explored issues of politics, social norms, and family relationships. Maude's liberal and independent personality often led to humorous and sometimes controversial situations.
Should you watch it?
“A strong-willed feminist navigates life and family dynamics in suburban New York.”
- strong lead performance
- engaging family dynamics
- dated production values
Watch it if you enjoy character-focused comedies centered on a strong female protagonist.
The series features themes typical of 1970s social comedies.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Maude's Problem (a.k.a.) Maude and the Psychiatrist Sep 12, 1972
- E2 Doctor, Doctor Sep 19, 1972
- E3 Maude Meets Florida Sep 26, 1972
- E4 Like Mother, Like Daughter Oct 3, 1972
- E5 Maude and the Radical Oct 10, 1972
- E6 The Ticket Oct 17, 1972
- E7 Love and Marriage Oct 24, 1972
- E8 Flashback Oct 31, 1972
- E9 Maude's Dilemma (1) Nov 14, 1972
- E10 Maude's Dilemma (2) Nov 21, 1972
- E11 Maude's Reunion Nov 28, 1972
- E12 The Grass Story Dec 5, 1972
- E13 The Slumlord Dec 19, 1972
- E14 The Convention Jan 2, 1973
- E15 Walter's 50th Birthday Jan 23, 1973
- E16 Maude and the Medical Profession Jan 30, 1973
- E17 Arthur Moves In Feb 6, 1973
- E18 Florida's Problem Feb 13, 1973
- E19 Walter's Secret Feb 27, 1973
- E20 Maude's Good Deed Mar 6, 1973
- E21 The Perfect Marriage Mar 13, 1973
- E22 Maude's Night Out Mar 20, 1973
Season 2 · 24 episodes
- E1 Walter's Problem (1) (a.k.a.) Life of the Party (1) Sep 11, 1973
- E2 Walter's Problem (2) (a.k.a.) Life of the Party (2) Sep 18, 1973
- E3 Walter's Holiday Sep 25, 1973
- E4 Maude's Facelift (1) Oct 2, 1973
- E5 Maude's Facelift (2) Oct 9, 1973
- E6 Florida's Affair Oct 16, 1973
- E7 Maude Takes a Job Oct 23, 1973
- E8 The Double Standard Oct 30, 1973
- E9 Vivian's Problem Nov 6, 1973
- E10 Maude's Musical Nov 13, 1973
- E11 The Will Nov 27, 1973
- E12 Carol's Problem (a.k.a.) The Wedding Gift Dec 4, 1973
- E13 Music Hath Charms Dec 11, 1973
- E14 The Office Party Dec 18, 1973
- E15 The Love Birds Jan 1, 1974
- E16 Maude's Guest Jan 8, 1974
- E17 The Wallet Jan 15, 1974
- E18 Maude's Revolt Jan 22, 1974
- E19 The Commuter Station Jan 29, 1974
- E20 Florida's Goodbye Feb 5, 1974
- E21 The Tax Audit Feb 12, 1974
- E22 The Investment Feb 19, 1974
- E23 Phillip's Problem Feb 26, 1974
- E24 The Runaway Mar 5, 1974
Season 3 · 23 episodes
- E1 Maude Meets the Duke Sep 9, 1974
- E2 The Kiss Sep 16, 1974
- E3 Walter's Heart Attack Sep 23, 1974
- E4 The New Housekeeper Sep 30, 1974
- E5 Speed Trap Oct 7, 1974
- E6 Lovers in Common Oct 14, 1974
- E7 Walter's Dream Oct 21, 1974
- E8 A Night to Remember Nov 4, 1974
- E9 Last Tango in Tuckahoe Nov 11, 1974
- E10 Vivian's Party Nov 18, 1974
- E11 Maude the Boss Nov 25, 1974
- E12 Maude's New Friend Dec 2, 1974
- E13 Walter's Ex Dec 9, 1974
- E14 Nostalgia Party Dec 30, 1974
- E15 All Psyched Out Jan 6, 1975
- E16 The Telethon Jan 20, 1975
- E17 And Then There Were None Jan 27, 1975
- E18 The Emergence of Vivian Feb 3, 1975
- E19 Mrs. Naugatuck in Love Feb 10, 1975
- E20 Walter's Pride Feb 24, 1975
- E21 Walter Gets Religion Mar 3, 1975
- E22 The Cabin Mar 10, 1975
- E23 Maude's Mother Mar 31, 1975
Season 4 · 24 episodes
- E1 The Split Sep 8, 1975
- E2 Consenting Adults Sep 15, 1975
- E3 Rumpus in the Rumpus Room Sep 22, 1975
- E4 Maude's Big Decision Sep 29, 1975
- E5 The Election Oct 6, 1975
- E6 Viv's Dog Oct 20, 1975
- E7 For the Love of Bert Oct 27, 1975
- E8 The Fling Nov 3, 1975
- E9 The Analyst Nov 10, 1975
- E10 Arthur's Medical Convention Nov 17, 1975
- E11 Arthur Gets a Partner Nov 24, 1975
- E12 Walter's Ethics Dec 1, 1975
- E13 Poor Albert Dec 8, 1975
- E14 The Christmas Party Dec 22, 1975
- E15 The Case of the Broken Punch Bowl Jan 5, 1976
- E16 Walter's Stigma Jan 12, 1976
- E17 Maude's Mood (1) Jan 26, 1976
- E18 Maude's Mood (2) Feb 2, 1976
- E19 Tuckahoe Bicentennial Feb 9, 1976
- E20 Mrs. Naugatuck's Citizenship Feb 16, 1976
- E21 Maude's Nephew Feb 23, 1976
- E22 Maude's Rejection Mar 1, 1976
- E23 Carol's Promotion Mar 8, 1976
- E24 Maude's Ex-Convict Mar 15, 1976
Season 5 · 24 episodes
- E1 Vivian's First Funeral Sep 20, 1976
- E2 Maude and Chester Sep 27, 1976
- E3 Bert Moves In Oct 4, 1976
- E4 Walter's Crisis (1) Oct 11, 1976
- E5 Walter's Crisis (2) Oct 18, 1976
- E6 Walter's Crisis (3) Oct 25, 1976
- E7 The Election Nov 1, 1976
- E8 The Game Show Nov 8, 1976
- E9 Arthur's Worry Nov 15, 1976
- E10 Mrs. Naugatuck's Wedding Nov 22, 1976
- E11 Maude's New Friends Nov 29, 1976
- E12 The Rip-Off Dec 13, 1976
- E13 Walter's Christmas Gift Dec 20, 1976
- E14 Captain Hero Jan 3, 1977
- E15 Maude's Adult Relationship Jan 17, 1977
- E16 Arthur's Crisis Feb 7, 1977
- E17 Maude's Desperate Hours Feb 14, 1977
- E18 Maude's Reunion Feb 21, 1977
- E19 Feminine Fulfillment Feb 28, 1977
- E20 Maude's Aunt Mar 7, 1977
- E21 Arthur's New Best Friend Mar 14, 1977
- E22 Vivian's Surprise Mar 21, 1977
- E23 The Household Feud Mar 28, 1977
- E24 The New Maid Apr 4, 1977
Frequently asked questions
Who is the main character?
The main character is Maude Findlay.
Where does the show take place?
The series is set in Tuckahoe, New York.
Who is Maude married to?
Maude is married to her fourth husband, Walter.
Who else lives in the household?
The household includes their daughter Carol and grandson Phillip.
What is Maude's background?
Maude is described as well-educated and upper middle class.