Family Ties
“Laughter. Tears. Politics... MEET THE KEATONS.”
Former 1960s flower children Steven and Elyse Keaton raise their conservative son Alex, daughters Mallory and Jennifer, and later, youngest child Andrew.
Where to watch Family Ties in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Family Ties there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Family Ties streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel , Paramount+ Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store |
About Family Ties
Family Ties is a 1982 English-language comedy, drama and family series created by Gary David Goldberg. The cast is led by Meredith Baxter, Michael Gross, Michael J. Fox. It spans 7 seasons and 168 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel .
Family Ties was produced by Ubu Productions, Paramount Television, and NBC Studios and made in United States of America. It was first aired on September 22, 1982, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- Created by
- Gary David Goldberg
- Writers
- Alan Uger, Gary David Goldberg
- First aired
- September 22, 1982
- Last aired
- May 14, 1989
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 7 (168 episodes)
- Network
- NBC
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Ubu Productions, Paramount Television, NBC Studios
Family Ties cast & crew
Family Ties was created by Gary David Goldberg and written by Alan Uger and Gary David Goldberg.
The cast features Meredith Baxter as Elyse Keaton, Michael Gross as Steven Keaton, Michael J. Fox as Alex P. Keaton, Justine Bateman as Mallory Keaton, Tina Yothers as Jennifer Keaton, and Brian Bonsall as Andy Keaton.
Behind the camera, it was produced by June Galas and Lloyd Garver.
Is Family Ties worth watching?
Family Ties holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 265 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy series.
With 7 seasons and 168 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy comedy, drama, and family, Family Ties is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Family Ties
In United States, you can stream Family Ties on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel , Paramount+ Amazon Channel, and Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Family Ties
Meredith Baxter
Elyse Keaton
Michael Gross
Steven Keaton
Michael J. Fox
Alex P. Keaton
Justine Bateman
Mallory Keaton
Tina Yothers
Jennifer Keaton
Brian Bonsall
Andy Keaton
Family Ties — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Family Ties in United States?
Family Ties is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel , Paramount+ Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is Family Ties on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes — Family Ties is currently available on Paramount Plus Premium in United States.
▸What language is Family Ties in?
Family Ties is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Family Ties are there?
Family Ties has 7 seasons with 168 episodes in total.
▸What is Family Ties rated?
Family Ties is rated TV-PG. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 265 ratings.
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