Actor bob newhart biography wikipedia

American TV sitcom (1972–1978)

This article is about the 1970s TV show. For the 1960s variety show, see The Bob Newhart Show (1961 TV series).

The Bob Newhart Show is an American sitcom television series produced by MTM Enterprises that aired on CBS from September 16, 1972, to April 1, 1978, with a total of 142 half-hour episodes over six seasons.

Comedian Bob Newhart portrays a psychologist whose interactions with his wife, friends, patients, and colleagues lead to humorous situations and dialogue. The show was filmed before a live audience.

Premise

The show centers on Robert "Bob" Hartley (Newhart), a Chicago psychologist, his work and home life, with his supportive, though occasionally sarcastic, wife Emily (Suzanne Pleshette), and their friendly but mildly pesky neighbor, airline navigator Howard Borden (Bill Daily).

The medical building where Bob's practice is located also houses Jerry Robinson (Peter Bonerz), an orthodontist whose office is