Sanford Arms (1977)
Synopsis
Sanford Arms is an American sitcom that aired from September to October 1977 on NBC. The series is an attempted continuation of the sitcom Sanford and Son. After six seasons, Redd Foxx left Sanford and Son to star in a variety show for ABC. The producers planned to continue the series with Demond Wilson as Lamont, but Wilson left the project in a dispute over his expected salary as the star of the series. The producers decided to continue the project with a new character. Norman Lear stepped down from his position as executive producer but stayed on as a consultant.
Network
NBC
Episodes
Bye, Fred, Hi, Phil
Fred and Lamont are gone, and Phil Wheeler takes control of ""The Sanford Arms"" hotel. When Esther comes to collect the rent money, it is explained that Fred and Lamont moved to Arizona due to Fred's health.
Phil's Assertion School
Phil's plan to teach people to be more assertive backfires when a student decides to sue him. The matter is worked out when Phil, with the help of one of his daughter's friends, gets the student to realize he can be assertive.
The Grandparents
Nathaniel's grandparents come for a visit. As usual, they tell Phil that Watts is no place for a child to live. Nat decides that he must go to San Diego with his grandparents to stop them from asking. After a short time, Nat returns.
Phil's Past
To Esther's dismay, Phil tries to obtain a liqour license for The Sanford Arms. His attempts are halted when a past incident stands in his way.
Young Love
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The T.V. Show
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The Wedding Reception
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The Ernie Williams Memorial Golf Course
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Cast
Details
Original Title
Sanford Arms
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
Production
Norman Lear/Tandem Productions, Bud Yorkin Productions
