Full House
After his wife dies, Danny Tanner realizes he needs real help raising his three daughters. He enlists his affectionate brother-in-law and his goofy best friend to share the parenting load, turning the house into a lively, goofy laboratory of family life. D.J., Stephanie, and Michelle bring their... Read more
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About Full House
After his wife dies, Danny Tanner realizes he needs real help raising his three daughters. He enlists his affectionate brother-in-law and his goofy best friend to share the parenting load, turning the house into a lively, goofy laboratory of family life. D.J., Stephanie, and Michelle bring their own quirks to a household that is part chaos, part comfort, and entirely devoted to one another. Across the kitchen table, the living room couch, and the neighborhood street outside, the trio learn how to juggle homework, school events, and the occasional misstep with plenty of laughter. The show blends warmth with humor, celebrating family, friendship, and everyday small victories without getting too heavy or preachy. Its humor comes from small, affectionate moments that feel true.
Premiered in 1987, Full House was created by Jeff Franklin. The family comedy follows a widowed father whose brother-in-law and best friend help raise his three daughters, turning daily life into warm spirited chaos and turning a simple home into a revolving stage for laughter.
Full House helped define a sunny era of family friendly sitcoms with a bustling multigenerational home as the heart of the show. Its upbeat ensemble and steady jokes shaped how audiences picture blended families and warm neighborhood camaraderie in pop culture, inspiring imitators and fans alike.
Critics tended to view it as light but reliable entertainment, a show that treats everyday parenting with warmth and humor. Its themes center on family resilience, mutual support, and the idea that a caring community can turn challenges into laughter and growth for both parents and kids.
Throughout its long run the show attracted nominations from major awards and remained a recognizable fixture in the TV landscape. Its enduring cast chemistry and steady humor earned praise from viewers and industry alike, helping anchor family programming through the late 80s and early 90s.
Details
- Release Date
- September 22, 1987
- User Ratings
- 1,087 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 8
- Episodes
- 192
- Genres
- Comedy, Family
Official Trailer
Cast
John Stamos
Jesse Katsopolis
Bob Saget
Danny Tanner
Dave Coulier
Joey Gladstone
Candace Cameron Bure
D.J. Tanner
Jodie Sweetin
Stephanie Tanner
Lori Loughlin
Rebecca Katsopolis
Blake Tuomy-Wilhoit
Nicky Katsopolis
Dylan Tuomy-Wilhoit
Alex Katsopolis
Mary-Kate Olsen
Michelle Tanner
Andrea Barber
Kimmy Gibbler
Created by: Jeff Franklin
Seasons (8 seasons, 192 episodes)
Season 1
22 episodes - 1987
Season 2
22 episodes - 1988
Season 3
24 episodes - 1989
Season 4
26 episodes - 1990
Season 5
26 episodes - 1991
Season 6
24 episodes - 1992
Season 7
24 episodes - 1993
Season 8
24 episodes - 1994