The Fighting Fitzgeralds is an American sitcom television series that aired on NBC from March 6 until May 15, 2001. It was created by filmmaker Edward Burns and his brother Brian.

Premise

"Fitz", a widower and former firefighter, wants to enjoy his retirement but shares his home with three grown sons, a daughter-in-law and a granddaughter.

Cast

Episodes

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release dateViewers (millions)
1"Pilot"James WiddoesBrian Burns, Edward Burns and Phoef SuttonMarch 6, 2001(2001-03-06)13.57
Fitz' youngest son quits his job as a stockbroker and moves back home.
2"The Fire Fight"James WiddoesWill GluckMarch 13, 2001(2001-03-13)8.09
Patrick wants to be a firefighter. Fitzgerald decides to take an art class.
3"When Irish Eyes Are Smilin'"James WiddoesMark LeganMarch 20, 2001(2001-03-20)9.86
Fitzgerald has the attention of two widows.
4"The Heartbeat"James WiddoesPhoef Sutton and Mark LeganMarch 27, 2001(2001-03-27)9.82
Fitzgerald is upset because one of the stores in the neighborhood is closing. Terry decides to buy a shirt.
5"I'm Okay, You're Crazy"Barnet KellmanGina Gold, Phoef Sutton and Mark LeganApril 3, 2001(2001-04-03)8.56
Fitzgerald agrees to go to a psychiatrist. Terry befriends a dog owned by a neighbor.
6"The Easter Rebellion"Peter BonerzPhoef SuttonApril 10, 2001(2001-04-10)6.68
Patrick moves in with Terry. Fitzgerald brings an Easter basket to Marie's class.
7"The Loud Man"Barnet KellmanMarc FlanaganApril 17, 2001(2001-04-17)8.74
Fitzgerald invests in an Irish-themed restaurant. Jim asks Terry and Sophie to play on his softball team.
8"One Angry Man (a.k.a. The Angry Man)"Gail MancusoJanet LeahyMay 1, 2001(2001-05-01)5.29
An incident involving Fitzgerald and a neighbor's dog lands in court.
9"The Cook, the Fitz, His Sister and Her Luggage"James WiddoesPhoef Sutton and Mark LeganMay 8, 2001(2001-05-08)6.30
Fitzgerald's older sister comes for a visit. Patrick takes a job at the local tavern.
10"Blood, Sweat and Fitz"James WiddoesMiriam TrogdonMay 15, 2001(2001-05-15)6.23
Fitzgerald promises to speak at a retirement dinner.

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