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Season 1 – Dave's World

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A syndicated columnist writes about the absurdities he encounters in everyday life.

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Newsweek Staff Newsweek 06/26/2019
What we get is yet another aging boomer dad who lives in Florida but actually resides in a state of arrested adolescence. Go to Full Review Drew Voros Variety 06/26/2019
Fred Barron's script has enough broad appeal to potentially score points for this helping of good, clean fun that may not bust your gut, but should crack a smile. Go to Full Review Rick Kogan Chicago Tribune 06/26/2019
Dave's World is as solid and gentle a sitcom. It is a show that tries for laughs not in the insult-throwing manner employed by far too many sitcoms or in unrealistic scenarios but in subtle, observational ways. Go to Full Review Hal Boedeker Miami Herald 02/16/2022
3/4
Creator Fred Barron, who wrote for Seinfeld and The Larry Sanders Show, builds a family sitcom with more intelligence than we’ve come to expect. Anderson is a delight as Barry. Go to Full Review Scott D. Pierce Deseret News (Salt Lake City) 06/26/2019
The first couple of episodes are charming and funny, and a welcome relief from what all too often passes for comedy on network TV. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Harry Anderson

Dave Barry

DeLane Matthews

Beth Barry

Meshach Taylor

Shel Baylor

Shadoe Stevens

Kenny Beckett

J.C. Wendel

Mia

Zane Carney

Tomy Barry

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 20, 1993 Pilot Dave (Harry Anderson) reluctantly agrees to coach son Tommy's (Zane Carney) soccer team, hoping to teach him the value of teamwork. With DeLane Matthews. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 27, 1993 The Insecurity System Beth and Dave (DeLane Matthews, Harry Anderson) have a security system installed in their home after Sheldon's (Meshach Taylor) van is stolen. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 4, 1993 Martian Death Flu Beth and Dave (DeLane Matthews, Harry Anderson) are too sick with the flu to attend Willie's (Andrew Ducote) school play. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 11, 1993 The Anniversary Schmaltz Shel (Meshach Taylor) interrupts the Barrys' romantic anniversary celebration. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 18, 1993 The Great Mandala of Life After the dog eats Tommy's (Zane Carney) frog, Dave (Harry Anderson) contemplates additional life insurance. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 22, 1993 I Sort of Saw What You Did Willie loses a tooth before the tooth fairy can collect it; Kenny persuades Dave to lie to an insurance adjuster. Details Episode 7 Aired Oct 25, 1993 It's a Small Van After All The Barrys and their friends endure various misadventures while on their annual trip to Walt Disney World. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 1, 1993 Heatwave Dave and Beth (Harry Anderson, DeLane Matthews) have appliance trouble and end up without power during a Miami heat wave. Guest star: Dave Barry. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 8, 1993 Writer's Block Dave (Harry Anderson) jeopardizes his relationship with Tommy (Zane Carney) when he uses his son's secret as a topic in his column. With DeLane Matthews. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 15, 1993 Educating Rita Beth (DeLane Matthews) reluctantly agrees to help Dave (Harry Anderson) play matchmaker between Kenny and her best friend (Shadoe Stevens, Bertila Damas). Details Episode 11 Aired Nov 22, 1993 Death & Mom Take a Holiday Beth's fears regarding her mother's Thanksgiving visit are realized when she receives an unusual gift. Details Episode 12 Aired Nov 29, 1993 Exorcising With Dave Barry The Barrys get an exorcist after a local man reveals that a ghost is causing their household problems. Details Episode 13 Aired Dec 13, 1993 I Saw Mommy Kicking Santa Claus At Christmastime, Beth becomes obsessed with finding a certain toy and Dave becomes desperate at the mall. Details Episode 14 Aired Dec 20, 1993 I Saw Mommy Kicking Santa Claus Through a series of mishaps, the Barrys are reminded of the true meaning of Christmas. With Harry Anderson and DeLane Matthews. Details Episode 15 Aired Jan 3, 1994 Just Kidding The newspaper is deluged by angry mail when Dave writes an uncomplimentary column about car salesmen. Details Episode 16 Aired Jan 10, 1994 The Road Taken Dave (Harry Anderson) disapproves when Shel (Meshach Taylor) suddenly decides to sell his house, buy a boat and sail the Caribbean. With Zane Carney. Details Episode 17 Aired Jan 24, 1994 Shel in Love Shel (Meshach Taylor) asks Dave and Beth (Harry Anderson, DeLane Matthews) for help when he goes out on his first date since his divorce from Estelle. Details Episode 18 Aired Jan 31, 1994 Four Characters in Search of a Ring When Dave and Kenny (Harry Anderson, Shadoe Stevens) take Shel (Meshach Taylor) to a singles bar, Dave loses more than a bet he makes with Kenny. Details Episode 19 Aired Feb 28, 1994 Lost Weekend Dave and Beth appreciate the pleasures of home when they attempt to spend a romantic weekend at an inn. Details Episode 20 Aired Mar 7, 1994 Rat Story When Beth (DeLane Matthews) returns to teaching, Dave (Harry Anderson) learns the realities of helping around the house. With Meshach Taylor. Details Episode 21 Aired Mar 14, 1994 Six Years Old and All Washed Up Dave decides to become more involved in Willie's education when it's suggested he should remain in kindergarten. Details Episode 22 Aired Mar 28, 1994 The Funeral Beth (DeLane Matthews) forgoes a play to attend a distant relative's funeral. Details Episode 23 Aired May 2, 1994 Saved by Estelle Shel (Meshach Taylor) must spend the weekend with his ex-wife and her boyfriend (Jackee Harry, Phil Morris). Details

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Dave's World — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
James Widdoes
Executive Producer
James Widdoes, Jonathan Axelrod, Fred Barron
Network
CBS
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 20, 1993