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Sanford and Son

Network
NBC
Genre
Comedy
Premiered
14 January, 1972
Sanford and Son

Sanford and Son is an American sitcom television series that ran on the NBC television network from January 14, 1972, to March 25, 1977. It was based on the BBC Television programme Steptoe and Son, which had its original broadcast run in the United Kingdom from 1962 to 1974. Known for its edgy racial humor, running gags, and catchphrases, the series was adapted by Norman Lear and considered NBC's answer to CBS's All in the Family. Sanford and Son has been hailed as the precursor to many other African-American sitcoms. It was a ratings hit throughout its six-season run, finishing in the Nielsens top ten for five of those seasons. While the role of Fred G. Sanford was known for his bigotry and cantankerousness, the role of Lamont Sanford was that of Fred's long-suffering, conscientious, peacemaker son. At times, both characters involved themselves in schemes, usually as a means of earning cash quickly to pay off their various debts.

Genre Sitcom
Developed by Norman Lear (uncredited) and Bud Yorkin
Starring Redd Foxx, Demond Wilson
Theme music composer Quincy Jones
Opening theme "The Streetbeater"
Composer(s) Quincy Jones
Country of origin United States
Original language(s) English
No. of seasons 6
No. of episodes 136
Executive producer(s) Bud Yorkin, Norman Lear (uncredited)
Producer(s) Aaron Ruben (1972–1974), Bernie Orenstein and Saul Turteltaub (1974–1977)
Location(s) NBC Studios, Burbank, California
Camera setup Multi-camera
Running time 22–24 minutes
Production company(s) Tandem Productions
Distributor PITS Films, (1978–1982), Embassy Telecommunications (1982–1986), Embassy Communications (1986–1988), Columbia Pictures Television (1988–1995), Columbia TriStar Television (1995–2002), Sony Pictures Television, (2002–present)
Original network NBC
Picture format 4:3
Audio format Monaural
Followed by Sanford Arms, Sanford
Related shows Steptoe and Son, Grady

About Sanford and Son

Golden Globe-winning series about a stubborn junk dealer and his frustrated son. The show was created by Norman Lear.

Achievement of Sanford and Son

The series ran for six seasons and aired a total of 138 episodes. Pat Morita was a guest star on the show. 

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Latest information about Sanford and Son updated on July 28 2021.