Empty Nest (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Series · ★ 5.9
Released in 1988, Empty Nest is a family and comedy series.
What it’s about. Widowed pediatrician Harry Weston is a miracle worker when it comes to dealing with his young patients, but he's more challenged by the other people surrounding him: daughters Barbara and Carol; his wisecracking office assistant, nurse LaVerne Todd; and obnoxious neighborhood mooch Charley Dietz. Thank goodness he always finds a friendly shoulder (and a warm, wet tongue) in Dreyfuss, his enormous dog.
Who’s in it. Empty Nest stars Richard Mulligan as Dr. Harry Weston, Kristy McNichol as Barbara Weston, Dinah Manoff as Carol Weston and David Leisure as Charley Dietz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Empty Nest has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Empty Nest page.
If you liked it. Fans of Empty Nest tend to enjoy Anne with an E, Gravity Falls, Over the Garden Wall and Big Time Rush.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Empty Nest (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Empty Nest change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Empty Nest worth watching?
- Empty Nest holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Empty Nest?
- Empty Nest stars Richard Mulligan, Kristy McNichol, Dinah Manoff, David Leisure and Park Overall.
- When was Empty Nest released?
- Empty Nest was released in 1988.