Mayberry R.F.D. 1968
What is Mayberry R.F.D.?
Mayberry R.F.D. is a television series that originated as a spin-off and direct continuation of The Andy Griffith Show.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1968
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 78
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 23, 1968
- Last aired
- Mar 29, 1971
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- CBS
- Genres
- Comedy, Family
- Updated
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Mayberry R.F.D. is a television series that originated as a spin-off and direct continuation of The Andy Griffith Show. The series was produced for the CBS Television Network. It features a continuation of the storylines from The Andy Griffith Show, with the supporting characters returning for the new program. The show's focus gradually shifts to a widower farmer and his young son, who are introduced during the final season of The Andy Griffith Show. The series establishes Sheriff Andy Taylor in a secondary role, paving the way for the new series. The show's first episode is titled "Andy and Helen's Wedding" is not mentioned but the first episode is "Andy and Helen's Wedding" is not explicitly stated but the first episode title is not provided in the synopsis.
Should you watch it?
“This spin-off series continues the story of Mayberry following the departure of Andy Griffith.”
- features returning supporting characters
- direct continuation of a familiar setting
- star Andy Griffith leaves the series
Watch it if you enjoyed the characters and setting of The Andy Griffith Show.
The series is a traditional comedy program suitable for general audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 26 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Andy and Helen Get Married Sep 23, 1968
- E2 The Harvest Ball Sep 30, 1968
- E3 The Race Horse Oct 7, 1968
- E4 Help on the Farm Oct 14, 1968
- E5 The Copy Machine Oct 21, 1968
- E6 The Panel Show Oct 28, 1968
- E7 Youth Takes Over Nov 11, 1968
- E8 The Church Play Nov 18, 1968
- E9 Mike's Losing Streak Dec 2, 1968
- E10 Sam Gets a Ticket Dec 7, 1968
- E11 Emmet's 50th Birthday Party Dec 16, 1968
- E12 Miss Farmerette Dec 23, 1968
- E13 Sam and the Teenager Dec 20, 1968
- E14 New Couple in Town Jan 6, 1969
- E15 Aunt Bee's Cruise: Part 1 Jan 13, 1969
- E16 Aunt Bee's Cruise: Part 2 Jan 20, 1969
- E17 Driver Education Jan 27, 1969
- E18 Howard's Hobby Feb 3, 1969
- E19 The Camper Feb 10, 1969
- E20 Sam the Expert Farmer Feb 17, 1969
- E21 The Pet Shop Feb 24, 1969
- E22 An Efficient Service Station Mar 3, 1969
- E23 Emmett's Retirement Mar 10, 1969
- E24 Millie's Girlfriend Mar 17, 1969
- E25 The Church Bell Mar 24, 1969
- E26 Sister Cities May 12, 1969
Season 2 · 26 episodes
- E1 Andy's Baby Sep 22, 1969
- E2 Saving Morelli's Sep 29, 1969
- E3 Howard the Poet Oct 6, 1969
- E4 Goober and the Telephone Girl Oct 13, 1969
- E5 Millie the Model Oct 20, 1969
- E6 Mike's Birthday Party Oct 27, 1969
- E7 The Farmer Exchange Project Nov 3, 1969
- E8 The Caper Nov 10, 1969
- E9 The New Farmhand Nov 17, 1969
- E10 Palm Springs, Here We Come Nov 24, 1969
- E11 Palm Springs, Here We Are Dec 15, 1969
- E12 Millie and the Palm Springs Golf Pro Dec 22, 1969
- E13 Palm Springs Cowboy Dec 29, 1969
- E14 Goober's Niece Jan 12, 1970
- E15 Emmett Takes a Fall Jan 19, 1970
- E16 The New Well Jan 26, 1970
- E17 Emmett and the Ring Feb 2, 1970
- E18 Goober's Brother Feb 9, 1970
- E19 The Mayberry Road Feb 16, 1970
- E20 Millie and the Great Outdoors Mar 2, 1970
- E21 The Sculptor Mar 9, 1970
- E22 The Health Fund Mar 16, 1970
- E23 The Mayberry Float Mar 23, 1970
- E24 Aloha Goober Mar 30, 1970
- E25 Millie the Secretary Apr 6, 1970
- E26 The Mynah Bird Apr 13, 1970
Season 3 · 26 episodes
- E1 Emmett's Domestic Problem Sep 14, 1970
- E2 Sensitivity Training Sep 21, 1970
- E3 Goober's New Gas Station Sep 28, 1970
- E4 The New Housekeeper Oct 5, 1970
- E5 All for Charity Oct 12, 1970
- E6 Hair Oct 19, 1970
- E7 Millie the Best-Dressed Woman Oct 26, 1970
- E8 Howard's Nephew Nov 2, 1970
- E9 Goober the Housekeeper Nov 9, 1970
- E10 Millie's Dream Nov 16, 1970
- E11 Community Spirit Nov 23, 1970
- E12 The Harp Nov 30, 1970
- E13 The Bicycle Club Dec 7, 1970
- E14 Mike's Project Dec 14, 1970
- E15 Howard the Dream Spinner Dec 28, 1970
- E16 Millie's Egg Farm Jan 11, 1971
- E17 The Kid from Hong Kong Jan 18, 1971
- E18 The Moon Rocks Jan 25, 1971
- E19 The World Traveler Feb 8, 1971
- E20 Goober the Elder Feb 15, 1971
- E21 Alice and the Professor Feb 22, 1971
- E22 Howard the Swinger Mar 1, 1971
- E23 Mike's Car Mar 8, 1971
- E24 Goober the Hero Mar 15, 1971
- E25 The City Planner Mar 22, 1971
- E26 Emmett's Invention Mar 29, 1971
Frequently asked questions
What does R.F.D. stand for?
The abbreviation stands for Rural Free Delivery.
How many seasons did the show run?
The program ran for three seasons.
Is this show a spin-off?
Yes, it is a spin-off and direct continuation of The Andy Griffith Show.
Who is the central character?
Widower farmer Sam Jones and his young son Mike become the focus of the series.
On which network did it air?
The series aired on the CBS Television Network.