Happy Days facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Happy Days |
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| Created by | Garry Marshall |
| Starring | Ron Howard (1974-1980) regular (1981-1984) special guest appearances Henry Winkler Tom Bosley Marion Ross Anson Williams Donny Most (1974-1981) Gavan O'Herlihy (1974-1975) Erin Moran (1974-1982, 1983-1984) Al Molinaro Scott Baio (1977-1982, 1983-1984) Cathy Silvers (1980-1983) Ted McGinley(1981-1984) Ellen Travolta Roz Kelly Linda Purl Pat Morita Lynda Goodfriend Billy Warlock (1982-1983) Heather O' Rourke (1982) Crystal Bernard (1982-1983) |
| Opening theme | Bill Haley & His Comets (1974-1975) Norman Gimble with Charlie Fox (1977-1983) Bobby Avron (1983-1984) |
| Ending theme | Pratt and McClain (1974-1975) Norman Gimble with Charlie Fox (1975-1983) Bobby Avron (1983-1984) |
| Composer(s) | John Beal, Frank Comstock, James Patrick Dunne, Dan Foliart, Charles Fox, Jack Hayes, Pete King |
| Country of origin | United States |
| No. of seasons | 11 |
| No. of episodes | 255 (List of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Running time | approx. 22 minutes per episode |
| Release | |
| Original network | ABC |
| Original release | January 15, 1974 – June 12, 1984 |
| Chronology | |
| Preceded by | Love, American Style |
| Followed by | Laverne & Shirley Blansky's Beauties Mork & Mindy Out of the Blue Joanie Loves Chachi |
| Related shows | The New Love, American Style |
Happy Days is a very popular American TV show. It first aired on ABC on January 15, 1974. The last episode was shown on June 12, 1984. The show stars Ron Howard and led to several spin-off shows. It is set in Milwaukee, Wisconsin during the 1950s and 1960s.
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About Happy Days
Happy Days is a sitcom that shows what life was like for teenagers in the 1950s and early 1960s. The show focuses on the Cunningham family and their friends. It became very popular for its fun stories and memorable characters.
The Story and Setting
The show takes place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It follows the lives of the Cunningham family: Howard, Marion, Richie, and Joanie. Their home is a popular hangout spot for Richie's friends. Many scenes also happen at Arnold's Drive-In, a local diner. The show often features classic 1950s music and fashion. It gives viewers a look into a simpler time.
Main Characters
- Richie Cunningham (played by Ron Howard): He is the main character. Richie is a good-natured, honest, and sometimes shy teenager. He often tries to figure out how to deal with school, girls, and growing up.
- Arthur "Fonzie" Fonzarelli (played by Henry Winkler): Fonzie is the coolest guy in town. He is a greaser who loves motorcycles and leather jackets. Fonzie is tough but has a good heart. He becomes a close friend and mentor to Richie. Fonzie often helps Richie and his friends with their problems.
- Howard Cunningham (played by Tom Bosley): He is Richie's dad. Howard owns a hardware store. He is a kind and wise father figure.
- Marion Cunningham (played by Marion Ross): She is Richie's mom. Marion is a loving and supportive housewife. She often gives good advice to her children and their friends.
- Joanie Cunningham (played by Erin Moran): She is Richie's younger sister. Joanie grows up during the show. She often hangs out with Fonzie's cousin, Chachi.
- Potsie Weber (played by Anson Williams): He is one of Richie's best friends. Potsie is a bit goofy and loves to sing.
- Ralph Malph (played by Donny Most): Another one of Richie's friends. Ralph is known for his jokes and silly antics.
Spin-off Shows
Happy Days was so successful that it created several other TV shows. These are called spin-offs. They focused on characters who first appeared in Happy Days. Some famous spin-offs include:
- Laverne & Shirley: This show followed Richie's friends, Laverne DeFazio and Shirley Feeney. They were two single women living in Milwaukee.
- Mork & Mindy: This show was about an alien named Mork from the planet Ork. He came to Earth and lived with a woman named Mindy. Mork first appeared in an episode of Happy Days.
- Joanie Loves Chachi: This show focused on Joanie Cunningham and Fonzie's cousin, Chachi Arcola. They were a young couple trying to start a music career.
Images for kids
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Richie and Fonzie view his destroyed motorcycle in his living room, 1976. Fonzie's apartment was over the Cunninghams' garage
See also
In Spanish: Días felices (serie de televisión) para niños
