The ABC Afterschool Special

Season 4

Dramatically presented situations, often controversial, of interest to children and teenagers. Several episodes were either in animated form or presented as documentaries. Topics included illiteracy, substance abuse and teenage pregnancy.

Where to Watch Season 4

7 Episodes

It Must Be Love ('Cause I Feel So Dumb)
E1
It Must Be Love ('Cause I Feel So Dumb)A 13-year-old boy has a crush on a cheerleader at his school and dreams up creative ways to try to impress her. Starring Alfred Lutter.
The Fawn Story
E2
The Fawn Story
The Shaman's Last Raid
E3
The Shaman's Last RaidDespite his failing health, a Native American medicine man is determined to teach his great-grandchildren the traditions of the Apache nation. Based on Betty Baker's novel; starring Dehl Berti.
The Amazing Cosmic Awareness of Duffy Moon
E4
The Amazing Cosmic Awareness of Duffy MoonThis cute story centers around an insecure 6th grader, Duffy Moon (played by Ike Eisenmann), whose discovery of ""Cosmic Awareness"" leads him on a journey to self-discovery and confidence that he can do anything.
Me and Dad's New Wife
E5
Me and Dad's New Wife12-year-old Nina Beckwith (Kristy McNichol) does not know how to react to her new stepmother. Co-starring Lance Kerwin, Melendy Britt, Leif Garrett and Jimmy McNichol. Based on Stella Pevsner's novel, "A Smart Kid Like You".
Blind Sunday
E6
Blind SundayIn order to better understand his blind girlfriend, teenage Jeff (Leigh McCloskey) spends an entire day blindfolded. Co-starring Robert Ridgely (as Jeff's dad), Cindy Eilbacher, and Corbin Bernsen.
Dear Lovey Hart: I Am Desperate
E7
Dear Lovey Hart: I Am DesperateTeenaged girl decides to start an advice column for her school newspaper.