‘Family Affair’ Is Turning 60, and Catchy Comedy Is Throwing a Party!

Catchy Comedy Family Affair Marathon — Catchy Comedy

Fans of the 1960s TV show Family Affair are in for a real treat, as Catchy Comedy is bringing an all-day marathon of the beloved series with special host Kathy Garver, who played Cissy on the show, on Sept. 13 from 1-5pm ET/PT. Kathy will share eight of her favorite episodes with viewers in honor of the show’s 60th anniversary.

Sixty years ago, Family Affair introduced audiences to a different kind of family, one built by love, loyalty and the bonds formed along the way. The sitcom premiered on CBS in 1966 and followed successful New York City bachelor Bill Davis (Brian Keith), whose comfortable life was upended when he became guardian to his late brother’s three children: teenage Cissy (Kathy Garver) and young twins Buffy (Anissa Jones) and Jody (Johnny Whitaker). With the help of his devoted English butler, Mr. French (Sebastian Cabot), Bill learns to embrace his unexpected role as a parent as the family navigates everyday joys, growing pains and heartfelt life adventures together.

The marathon showcases specially selected episodes from throughout the show’s run, spanning some of the series’ most memorable storylines and highlighting Cissy’s journey from adolescence toward young adulthood. See the full schedule below.

“Family Affair” 60th anniversary, hosted by Kathy Garver on Catchy Comedy

Sunday, Sept. 13 from 1-5pm (all times ET/PT)

1pm — “Jody and Cissy”

Jody, Buffy’s twin brother, and Cissy arrive while Bill is away. When he returns, he must decide what would be best for the children. (Season 1, Episode 2)

1:30pm — “A Member of the Family”

Cissy is taking an art class and has been drawing caricature images of the family members but does not mention one for Mr. French. He is hurt at being left out; however, Cissy has his picture and wants to surprise him with it. (Season 2, Episode 23)

2pm — “Waltz From Vienna”

A teenager from a royal family in Vienna wants to marry Cissy and she wants to marry him. She thinks she is a grownup who can make her own decisions, but Uncle Bill knows she is just in love with love and in love with something different. (Season 3, Episode 3)

2:30pm — “With This Ring”

Since most of Cissy’s friends are getting engaged and married, Cissy decides it is time for her and Gregg to be engaged, even if Gregg does not want it. (Season 4, Episode 6)

FAMILY AFFAIR, (from left): Kathy Garver, Anissa Jones (holding Mrs. Beasley), Brian Keith, Johnny Whitaker, Sebastian Cabot, 1966-71.

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3pm — “The Thursday Man”

For a school project, Cissy wants to write a story about Mr French. She starts following him and finds out what he does every Thursday. (Season 1, Episode 13)

3:30pm — “A Room With a Viewpoint”

When Bill gets Cissy her own phone and arranges for an interior decorator to redo Cissy’s and Buffy’s bedroom, Buffy becomes withdrawn as the changes appear to separate the room and, as a result, she fears Cissy is separating from her. (Season 1, Episode 6)

4pm — “The New Cissy”

A boy at school likes Buffy but does not talk to her. Cissy thinks the boys do not like her because there is something wrong with her, so Uncle Bill pays to have different people coach her in dress, makeup, talking, walking and more. (Season 2, Episode 25)

4:30pm — “It Can’t Be Five Years”

Cissy, Jody and Buffy talk about when they first came to live with their Uncle Bill and realize it has been five years. They decide to throw a party for the occasion, but Bill almost misses it due to work. (Season 5, Episode 6)

Family Affair is a beloved part of the Catchy Comedy lineup, airing regularly weekdays at 8:30am and 5:30pm ET/PT. To find the station in your area or other classic shows, visit the website here.