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Charles in Charge

The show follows Charles, a college student who works as a live-in housekeeper for the Powell family, as he navigates his responsibilities, friendships, and academic pursuits alongside his friend Buddy.

A college student named Charles becomes a housekeeper, babysitter, and close friend to the Powell children, all while navigating his own life, relationships, and academic pursuits alongside his best friend Buddy.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Pilot

1. Pilot

Aired: Oct 3, 1984

Charles has his hands full as he tries to entertain his dream girl Gwendolyn ...

Episode 4 War

4. War

Aired: Oct 24, 1984

Mrs. Pembrooke sets Charles up to show a cute girl who is interested in child...

Episode 5 Cousin Elliot

5. Cousin Elliot

Aired: Nov 7, 1984

When the kids' 'fun' cousin shows up, Charles feels threatened and has diffic...

Episode 6 Slumber Party

6. Slumber Party

Aired: Nov 14, 1984

After a fight with Gwendolyn, Charles decides to take a night off from women ...

Episode 7 Discipline

7. Discipline

Aired: Nov 21, 1984

Douglas gets an "F" on his book report and Charles has to go to the school to...

Episode 8 Trick or Treat

8. Trick or Treat

Aired: Nov 28, 1984

It's Halloween and Charles helps the kids prepare for the night. He also help...

Episode 9 A Date with Enid

9. A Date with Enid

Aired: Dec 5, 1984

Douglas discovers love when he meets a strange friend of Lila's named Enid. H...

Episode 10 Friends & Lovers

10. Friends & Lovers

Aired: Dec 12, 1984

In an attempt to improve their relationship, Charles and Gwendolyn decide to ...

Episode 12 Accidental Puppy

12. Accidental Puppy

Aired: Dec 26, 1984

Charles finds himself in a bind when he wins two tickets for a Bruce Springst...

Episode 13 The Commotion

13. The Commotion

Aired: Jan 2, 1985

Mr. and Mrs. Pembroke are fighting and Charles needs to get a term paper done...

Episode 14 Mr. President

14. Mr. President

Aired: Jan 16, 1985

The Pembrokes' irresponsible cousin Elliot has decided to run for student bod...

Episode 15 Jill's Decision

15. Jill's Decision

Aired: Jan 23, 1985

Mrs. Pembroke gets a promotion at work leaving less time to spend time at hom...

Episode 17 Snowed In

17. Snowed In

Aired: Feb 6, 1985

The Pembroke house is snowed in while Mr. & Mrs. Pembroke are at the movies. ...

Episode 18 Charles 'R' Us

18. Charles 'R' Us

Aired: Feb 13, 1985

Charles and Buddy join forces to start a new business venture that will have ...

Episode 20 The Wrong Guy

20. The Wrong Guy

Aired: Feb 27, 1985

Lila is asked out on a date by a guy that her parents do not approve of and s...

Episode 21 Mr. Brilliant

21. Mr. Brilliant

Aired: Mar 13, 1985

Charles invites an old friend of Mrs. Pembroke's to the house for dinner but ...

Episode 22 Meet Grandpa

22. Meet Grandpa

Aired: Apr 3, 1985

Charles and Buddy prepare to leave town for summer jobs while Douglas tries t...

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Info about Charles in Charge

Seasons: 5

Network: CBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Comedy, Family

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