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In the 1950s, the three major networks (ABC, NBC, and CBS) developed prime-time shows that would appeal to a general family audience, including the _____________, a generic family comedy that was identified by its character-based humor and usually set within the home.

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Father Knows Best

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The most popular "generic family comedy" as stated in the question from the 50's era is Father Knows Best which aired on NBC and CBS from 1954 to 1960 and displayed the father Jim Anderson trying to handle everyday problems with his family.

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