A Family for Joe

Season 1

After losing their parents, four siblings hire a vagabond to pose as their grandfather to avoid foster care. He embraces the role, imparting wisdom while their ex-air traffic controller neighbor lends support amidst the chaos.

Where to Watch Season 1

9 Episodes

A Little Romance
E1
A Little RomanceJoe goes on his first date in years.
The Medium
E2
The MediumThe kids meet a medium who claims to speak to their dead parents, whose parenting from beyond leads Joe to a close encounter with the spirit world.
Nick's Heart
E3
Nick's HeartJoe, a recovered alcoholic, becomes involved with a kid with a drinking problem: Nick's old girlfriend.
An Earful
E4
An EarfulWhen the phone service is cut off, Joe pays a visit to Ma Bell and discovers a huge unpaid bill, with significant calls to 976-sexy lines. (This episode introduces Roger, the househusband next door.)
Life of the Party
E5
Life of the PartyJoe brings an old merchant marine buddy hone for a visit. Everyone gets along terrifically, until Mickey learns the true relationship between Joe and the kidsâ€”and wants to be cut in on Joe's ""sweet deal.""
Law and Order
E6
Law and OrderJoe goes head to head with the family's social worker when Nick is arrested for vandalism.
Once a Bum
E7
Once a BumChris' desire to join a scout troop requires Joe to occasionally chaperone the scouts. Unfortunately, Chris' teacher used to bring Joe food when he was homeless. When a homeless-looking Joe is Chris' show and tell project, the teacher learns a lesson too.
Nightschool
E8
NightschoolNick gets a construction job for the summer and decides he likes the money so much he wants to drop out of high school. Joe challenges him to attend night school where Joe will complete his own high school education
Having a Baby
E9
Having a BabyHolly decides to help her pregnant friend raise her child. Joe teaches the girls the joys of parenthood.