Father Knows Best Season 3 Episode 10 Whistle Bait
- TV-G
- November 14, 1956
- 25 min
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7.3 (39)
Father Knows Best is a classic American television show that originally aired from 1954 to 1960. The show follows the lives of the Anderson family, led by father Jim Anderson (played by Robert Young), and their various trials and tribulations. In season 3, episode 10, titled "Whistle Bait," the Anderson family faces a crisis when Betty's boyfriend becomes involved with some dangerous characters.
The episode begins with Betty (played by Elinor Donahue) excitedly telling her family about her new boyfriend, Johnny Rollins (played by Richard Chamberlain), who is a local rock and roll singer. While Jim and his wife Margaret (played by Jane Wyatt) are initially skeptical of Johnny's influence on their daughter, they agree to let him play a song at an upcoming school dance.
However, things soon take a turn for the worse when Betty and Johnny get involved with a group of reckless teenagers who call themselves "whistle bait." The Andersons become increasingly worried about the influence of these teenagers on their daughter, especially when they start to learn about Johnny's criminal past.
As the situation escalates, Jim and Margaret struggle to figure out how to keep their daughter safe while still allowing her to make her own decisions. Meanwhile, Betty becomes increasingly torn between her loyalty to Johnny and her love for her family.
Throughout the episode, the Andersons grapple with issues that are still relevant today, such as the dangers of peer pressure and the difficulties of parenting a teenager. The show's emphasis on family values and the importance of communication between parents and children make it a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences today.