Leave It to Beaver

AMERICAN GRAFFITI, from left: Ron Howard, Cindy Williams, Richard Dreyfuss, Charles Martin Smith, Paul Le Mat, far right: Wolfman Jack on Japanese poster art, 1973.

Did ‘American Graffiti’ Really Rip Off ‘Leave It to Beaver’?

There was one scene in particular that was very familiar.

MCKEEVER AND THE COLONEL, MCKEEVER AND THE COLONEL, Scott Lane, John Eimen

John Eimen Dead: Child Actor Known for ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Was 76

Eimen also notably appeared in ‘Ozzie and Harriet.’

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Batman, Beaver & Bombs — Madge Blake’s Shocking Past

The character actress made a significant contribution to both TV and history.

Leave it to Beaver Tony Dow, Ken Osmond (as Eddie Haskell), 1957-63

This ‘Spinal Tap’ Star Was Almost Cast as Eddie Haskell on ‘Leave It to Beaver’

He’s also the voice behind some of America’s most famous animated characters.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, (from left): Hugh Beaumont, Barbara Billingsley, Jerry Mathers, Tony Dow, (1963), 1957-63.

The Tragic Story of Stanley Fafara, Whitey on ‘Leave It to Beaver’

The child star struggled in the years after he left Mayfield.

Diane Brewster, 1957. ph: Nolan Patterson / TV Guide / courtesy Everett Collection

The Surprising Connection Between ‘Leave It to Beaver’ and ‘The Fugitive’

Miss Canfield became Mrs. Kimble — just two of her brief but memorable roles

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, (from left): Hugh Beaumont, Barbara Billingsley, 'Beaver The Magician', (Season 3, aired Dec. 19, 1959), 1957-63.

Inside ‘Leave it to Beaver’s Controversial First Episode

Controversial? The Beav? Believe it!

Sue Randall, c. 1950s.

Remembering Sue Randall, Miss Landers from ‘Leave It To Beaver’

She also appeared in a classic Hepburn/ Tracy film and on a number of TV shows, but teaching little Theodore is her true legacy.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, from left, Tony Dow, Jerry Mathers, Barbara Billingsley, Hugh Beaumont, 1957-63 (1958 photo)

See Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos From ‘Leave It to Beaver’

Even when the cameras weren’t rolling, the cast considered themselves a family.

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Whatever Happened to Rich Correll, Richard Rickover From ‘Leave It to Beaver’?

He ended up playing a role in some of the most beloved family and kids shows of the ’90s and ’00s.

Jerry Mathers poses for a portrait during the 27th Annual FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS airing November 9th, exclusively on the CBS Television Network and available for live and on-demand streaming via Paramount+ in Burbank, California.

Who Are ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Jerry Mather’s Children?

The Beav was the ideal son … but now, he has a son of his own.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, (from left): Hugh Beaumont, Barbara Billingsley, Jerry Mathers, Tony Dow, (1963), 1957-63.

FETV Celebrates Back to School With ‘Leave It To Beaver’ Marathon

Get ready for fall with your favorite little troublemaker on Sunday, August 3.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, Tony Dow, 1957-63 (ca. 1960 photo by Gene Trindl)

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Tony Dow

He had a very interesting career … and so did his mother.

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‘Old Yeller’ Star Beverly Washburn on Jack Benny, Tony Dow — and the Strange Trick She Used to Befriend Her Dog Costar

“There were only seven people in the whole movie. Sadly, I am the only one still alive.”

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, Jerry Mathers, (ca. late 1950s), 1957-63.

All About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Jerry Mathers’ Mother, Marilyn: Still Alive at 98

Jerry’s career began while he and his mother were on a shopping trip.

TVs Best Dads

Who Is TV’s Favorite Dad? And Who Came in Last?

Which one did you choose?

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7 Fun Facts About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Hugh Beaumont

Before he was Ward Cleaver, he was a wartime medic, ad pitchman and Methodist minister.

TVs Best Dads

Fathers’s Day Is Coming: Vote for Your Favorite Classic TV Dad!

Plus: We count down 15 of our favorite dads through the decades.

Leave it to Beaver Frank Bank collage

Whatever Happened to Lumpy Rutherford From ‘Leave It to Beaver’?

He could not have been more different than his famous character.

The Hollywood Show June 2025 collage

 ‘Scarecrow and Mrs. King’ & Rare Celeb Appearances Draw Crowds at the Hollywood Show in Burbank

“OMG, is it really you?”

Leave It To Beaver, Jerry Mathers

Want to Meet Jerry Mathers From ‘Leave It to Beaver’? Here’s How, as Cast Prepare for Reunion!

Surviving cast members of ‘Leave It to Beaver’ will gather at the June Hollywood Show.

Burt Mustin, Leave It to Beaver, Gus the Fireman

Who Remembers ‘Leave It to Beaver’s’ Gus the Fireman, Burt Mustin?

The amazing actor was 78 years old when he filmed his last episode of the series.

Leave It to Beaver, Larry Mondello (played by Rusty Stevens)

The Surprising Reason Why Larry Mondello Disappeared From ‘Leave It to Beaver’

Rumors swirled around the actor’s season four departure from the show.

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Mother’s Day is Coming: Vote For Your Favorite Classic TV Mom!

Plus: we count down 14 of our favorite moms through the decades.

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You’ll Never Believe Why ‘Leave It to Beaver’s Judy Hensler Left the Series (Exclusive)

Now 76, the former child star Jeri Weil sets the record straight on why she really left the series, and what life was like playing a tattletale.

LEAVE IT TO BEAVER, Jerry Mathers, (ca. late 1950s), 1957-63.

Who Is Still Alive From ‘Leave It to Beaver’?

Which residents of Mayfield are still with us?

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Jerry Mathers & Remaining ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Cast Are Reuniting at Hollywood Show

Plus Lou Ferrigno, Priscilla Presley and more celebrities return for the June 2025 Hollywood Show in Burbank.

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MeTV Presents ‘Love Me,’ a Marathon of Love-Themed Classic Shows This February

Get the full schedule here.

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What Happened in the Final Episode of ‘Leave It to Beaver’?

It was the first TV show to ever have a special “series finale” episode.

LOS ANGELES - JANUARY 1: Leave It To Beaver cast member Barbara Billingsley as June Cleaver. Image dated 1957.

5 Things You Never Knew About ‘Leave It to Beaver’ Star Barbara Billingsley, America’s Favorite TV Mom

Billingsley was 41 before she donned the pearls and began caring for Wally and the Beav.