The Facts of Life facts for kids
The Facts of Life was a popular American comedy-drama TV series. It aired from August 24, 1979, to May 7, 1988. This made it one of the longest-running sitcoms of the 1980s. The show was set in a private boarding school in upstate New York.
The series followed the lives of several young girls. They lived at the school. The show explored their friendships and challenges. It also featured their housemother, Mrs. Garrett.
The cast included many talented actors. Molly Ringwald played Molly Parker. Mindy Cohn played Natalie Green. Kim Fields played Tootie. Charlotte Rae played Edna Garrett. Later, Cloris Leachman joined as Beverly Ann Stickle.
The show often explored important topics. It covered subjects like growing up and facing difficulties. For example, it touched on challenges some characters faced. It also showed characters going to college. The series aimed to teach life lessons.
The Facts of Life was released on DVD in the 2000s and 2010s. This allowed new generations to enjoy the classic show.
At first, the show had low ratings. But it quickly became very popular. From 1980 until 1988, The Facts of Life had much higher ratings. It became a beloved show for many families.
Where Was The Show Aired Around The World?
The Facts of Life was popular in many countries. It was shown in different parts of the world.
- In Latin America, including Brazil and Mexico, Warner Channel aired the show from 1995 to 2000. Later, Nick at Nite showed reruns from 2006 to 2007. TBS also aired the show from 2011 to 2016.
- In Mexico, MeTV started airing it in 1995 until 2003. It returned to MeTV from 2008 and is still airing there.
- In Germany, Nickelodeon showed reruns from 1995 to 1998. Then, Disney Channel aired the series from 1999 to 2005.
- In Australia, ABC Television began airing it in late 1980. It continued until 1993. Nickelodeon aired reruns from 1997 to 2004. Disney Channel also showed it from 1996 to 2000.
- In Italy, La 5 aired the first five seasons from 1983 to 1986. The show returned on Nickelodeon from 2004 to 2007.
- In Canada, YTV aired reruns of the show from 1996 to 2000.
