The Anderson Family – Complete Collection
Welcome to the warm, chaotic, and endlessly entertaining world of the Andersons—a family situation comedy that captures the heart of post-war suburban life with a generous dose of laughter. Every episode kicks off with young Junior’s familiar exclamation, “Uh oh! Here we go again folks!” as the Anderson household tumbles into yet another delightful predicament. Will Junior accidentally launch Butch’s rare $11 football through Mr. Delancy’s greenhouse? Will Mrs. Anderson take singing lessons from the questionable J.J. Tuttle, whose resume oddly combines voice instruction with big game hunting? Produced by Hollywood Broadcasters, written by Howard Swartz, and directed by Herb Litton, this series showcases a classic comedic blend of a well-meaning but bumbling father, a wise and occasionally sharp-tongued mother, and their endlessly resourceful son. This complete collection features 38 episodes from 1947, offering over 17 hours of vintage audio charm.
Collection Highlights
- Starring Walter Tetley as Junior: One of radio’s most beloved young voices, Tetley brings his trademark precocious energy to the role. Fans will recognize him as the mischievous Leroy on The Great Gildersleeve and as Julius, the delivery boy with a crush on Alice Faye in The Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show. Tetley later voiced Andy Panda and Sherman in the animated series Rocky and Bullwinkle.
- A treasure trove of everyday catastrophes: From Oliver’s ill-fated cowboy boots and backyard boat-building projects to a punch-board turkey raffle and a neighbor’s brand-new car, each episode finds humor in the ordinary—and the absurd.
- Classic family comedy dynamics: Oliver Anderson (Dick Oliver) is the lovable sourpuss, forever disagreeing with his wife Mary (Louise Arthur), who usually knows best. Together with Junior, they create the kind of timeless, relatable sitcom chaos that will appeal to fans of Blondie, The Aldrich Family, Ozzie and Harriet, and Life of Riley.
Track Listing
Show all 38 tracks (17 hours, 5 min)
- AF 1947 01 Juniors Essay Why I want a horse
- AF 1947 02 Marys Father to Visit
- AF 1947 03 Borrowed Neighbors Lawnmower
- AF 1947 04 Oliver On The Radio
- AF 1947 05 Oliver Building A Boat
- AF 1947 06 Oliver Gives A Speech
- AF 1947 07 Neighbors New Car
- AF 1947 08 Olivers Cowbow Boots
- AF 1947 09 Baseball Team
- AF 1947 10 Marys Fur Coat
- AF 1947 11 Mrs Adams Trouble With Joe
- AF 1947 12 Late For Meeting
- AF 1947 13 Meisters New Boarder
- AF 1947 14 Oliver Going Fishing
- AF 1947 15 Oliver Argues About Football
- AF 1947 16 Plant Those Roses
- AF 1947 17 Marys Friend Christina Visits
- AF 1947 18 Perch or Bass
- AF 1947 19 Who Lost The Saw
- AF 1947 20 Remodeling the House
- AF 1947 21 Getting Rid Of Uncle Oscar
- AF 1947 22 Junior Has $150
- AF 1947 23 Marys Voice Lessons
- AF 1947 24 Mr Tuttle Wants Investors
- AF 1947 25 Oliver Buys Chickens
- AF 1947 26 Another Woman
- AF 1947 27 Marys Father Won't Leave
- AF 1947 28 Mary Needs A Maid
- AF 1947 29 Gitting Rid Of Homers Brother-in-law
- AF 1947 30 Martha has left Homer
- AF 1947 31 Lonely Hearts Club
- AF 1947 32 Homers Real Estate Deal
- AF 1947 33 Punch-board Turkey Raffle
- AF 1947 34 Oliver Not Cast In Play
- AF 1947 35 Marys Father Buying House Nearby
- AF 1947 36 Neighbors Wedding Shower
- AF 1947 37 Olivers New Suit
- AF 1947 38 Taking Cousin Myrtle to the Symphony
