
Long-running sitcom "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet," based on a radio show of the same name, is one of the shows from the period that epitomized the values of the 1950s and early '60s through the all-American nuclear family. The series stars real-life married couple Ozzie and Harriet Nelson as well as their sons, David and Ricky. The focus of the series is the Nelsons' home life as they deal with run-of-the-mill problems that families of the day faced. By the time the show went off the air, it had produced 435 episodes over 14 seasons.

Thorny bets Ozzie that he can learn to play a complete song on the piano in one week.

A dog follows Ricky home from school and the entire Nelson family becomes enchanted.

When David appears to be making marriage plans, Ozzie and Harriet worry he is too young to walk down the aisle.

Ozzie takes a shot at making homemade ice cream.