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The Facts of Life

TV-PG1979–19889 seasonsDick Clair
IMDb 6.9

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"You take the good, you take the bad..."

Mrs. Edna Garrett, housemother and dietitian at the Eastland School, teaches a group of girls in her charge how to solve those problems that every teenager has to face.

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Boarding SchoolWealthySitcom

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Facts of Life (1979) about?

Mrs. Edna Garrett, housemother and dietitian at the Eastland School, teaches a group of girls in her charge how to solve those problems that every teenager has to face.

Who stars in The Facts of Life?

The Facts of Life stars Cloris Leachman (Beverly Ann Stickle), Lisa Whelchel (Blair Warner), Kim Fields (Tootie Ramsey), Mindy Cohn (Natalie Green), Nancy McKeon (Joanne Jo Polniaczek). The series was created by Dick Clair.

How many seasons does The Facts of Life have?

The Facts of Life has 9 seasons. There are 201 episodes in total.

Is The Facts of Life worth watching?

The Facts of Life holds an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. Fans of Drama, Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch The Facts of Life?

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