My Two Dads 1987
What is My Two Dads?
The television series My Two Dads revolves around the lives of two men and a young girl. Joey and Michael, who have a past connection, find themselves in a unique situation.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 60
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 20, 1987
- Last aired
- Apr 30, 1990
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- NBC
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
Where to watch
With ads
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The television series My Two Dads revolves around the lives of two men and a young girl. Joey and Michael, who have a past connection, find themselves in a unique situation. Upon the death of a woman they both knew, they are awarded joint custody of her daughter, Nicole. The men decide to move in together to raise Nicole, creating a non-traditional family unit. This arrangement is made under the supervision of a family court judge. As they navigate their new living situation, the two men and Nicole must adjust to their changed circumstances. The series explores their experiences as they work together to raise Nicole, bringing their different perspectives and approaches to parenting. The show's premise is centered around the unconventional family dynamic and the challenges that come with it.
Should you watch it?
“Two former rivals become co‑parents, sharing custody of a teenage daughter.”
- Humorous take on unconventional family dynamics
- Shows the dads learning to raise a child together
- Sitcom style may feel dated to modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted sitcoms about blended families.
The show is a light family comedy suitable for general audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
- E1 Pilot Sep 20, 1987
- E2 Soho's by You Sep 27, 1987
- E3 Crime and Punishment Oct 4, 1987
- E4 Nicole's First Date Oct 18, 1987
- E5 Friends and Lovers Oct 25, 1987
- E6 Whose Night is it, Anyway? Nov 1, 1987
- E7 Once a Son . . . Nov 8, 1987
- E8 Sex, Judge, and Rock & Roll Nov 15, 1987
- E9 The Artful Dodger Nov 29, 1987
- E10 Quality Time Dec 6, 1987
- E11 'Tis the Season Dec 20, 1987
- E12 The Only Child Jan 3, 1988
- E13 Joey's Mother-in-Law Jan 10, 1988
- E14 Nicole in Charge Jan 17, 1988
- E15 The Wedge Feb 7, 1988
- E16 Advice and Consent Feb 14, 1988
- E17 She'll Get Over It Feb 21, 1988
- E18 Michael's Sister Comes Over and Visits Feb 28, 1988
- E19 Nicole's Big Adventure Mar 19, 1988
- E20 My Fair Joey Mar 28, 1988
- E21 The Family in Question May 9, 1988
- E22 Friends of the Family Aug 14, 1988
Season 2 · 16 episodes
- E1 Blast from the Past Jan 11, 1989
- E2 Who's on First? Jan 18, 1989
- E3 Macho, Stupid Guy Time Feb 1, 1989
- E4 The Man in the Pink Slip Feb 8, 1989
- E5 Fallen Idol Feb 15, 1989
- E6 Story with a Twist Feb 22, 1989
- E7 Playing with Fire Mar 1, 1989
- E8 Dirty Dating Mar 8, 1989
- E9 The God of Love Mar 15, 1989
- E10 In Her Dreams Mar 22, 1989
- E11 Together We Stand Mar 29, 1989
- E12 The Courtship of Nicole's Fathers Apr 5, 1989
- E13 Crushed Apr 12, 1989
- E14 Basket Case Apr 19, 1989
- E15 You Love Me, Right? May 7, 1989
- E16 Getting Smart Jul 29, 1989
Season 3 · 22 episodes
- E1 That's No Lady, That's My Mother Sep 24, 1989
- E2 Say Goodnight, Gracie Oct 1, 1989
- E3 Love and Learn Oct 15, 1989
- E4 You Can Count on Me Oct 22, 1989
- E5 Joey Gets Pinned Oct 29, 1989
- E6 Story in Development Nov 1, 1989
- E7 Duel Nov 5, 1989
- E8 Dad Patrol Nov 8, 1989
- E9 Pop, the Question Nov 15, 1989
- E10 Thanks for the Memories Nov 22, 1989
- E11 Class Nov 29, 1989
- E12 I'm Dreaming of a Holiday Episode Dec 20, 1989
- E13 Power Struggle Jan 10, 1990
- E14 Bye Bye Baby Jan 21, 1990
- E15 Environ-mental Case Mar 5, 1990
- E16 Party, Sweet 16--See Appendix Mar 12, 1990
- E17 It's My Art, and I'll Die If I Want To Mar 19, 1990
- E18 To Thine Own Elf Be True Mar 26, 1990
- E19 You Only Surprise the Ones You Love Apr 2, 1990
- E20 Kind of a Drag Apr 16, 1990
- E21 When You Wish ... Apr 23, 1990
- E22 See You in September? Apr 30, 1990
Frequently asked questions
What is the basic premise of My Two Dads?
The series follows Joey and Michael, former rivals for the same woman, who gain joint custody of her daughter after her death and live together as co‑parents.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Joey, Michael, and their daughter Nicole, with a family court judge overseeing their arrangement.
How do the two men become co‑parents?
Following the woman's death, a family court judge awards them joint custody of her daughter.
What genre does the series belong to?
My Two Dads is an American sitcom comedy.
When did the series originally air?
The show premiered in 1987.