The Family Holvak

The Family Holvak (1974-1975)

EndedScripted showDrama

Tom Holvak, a pastor in Bensfield, Tennessee, struggles to support his congregation and family during the Great Depression. In the challenging days of the 1930s, families in rural areas often relied more on love than money for their survival. One such family, living in the South, is headed by Reverend Thomas Holvak, played by Glenn Ford. Julie Harris portrays his wife, Elizabeth. Their children, son Ramey and daughter Julie Mae, are played by 14-year-old Lance Kerwin and 8-year-old Elizabeth Cheshire in "The Family Holvak." This series is based on the novel "Ramey," written by Jack Farris.

Many of the stories focus on the relationships between father and son, as well as the bonds within the family. They frequently depict the often painful experiences associated with growing up, which resonate with many viewers. Reverend Holvak is an underpaid preacher who must supplement his income by cultivating a small plot of church-owned land. The family shares numerous poignant moments and experiences filled with happiness.

"The Family Holvak" is a Universal Studios production in association with the NBC Television Network. Dean Hargrove and Roland Kibbee are the executive producers, and Richard Collins, previously a producer of "Bonanza," is the producer.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

The Wedding
Season 1Episode 1060 min

The Wedding

Dec 28, 1975

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10The WeddingDec 28, 1975
S01E09The TributeDec 21, 1975
S01E08The Devil's ChariotOct 26, 1975
S01E07Willing HeartOct 20, 1975
S01E06First Love (2)Oct 12, 1975
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Cast

Ted Gehring

Ted Gehring

plays Chester Purdle
Julie Harris

Julie Harris

plays Elizabeth Holvak
Lance Kerwin

Lance Kerwin

plays Ramey Holvak
Elizabeth Cheshire

Elizabeth Cheshire

plays Julie Mae Holvak
Glenn Ford

Glenn Ford

plays Rev. Tom Holvak
William McKinney

William McKinney

plays Jim Shanks
Cynthia Hayward

Cynthia Hayward

plays Ida
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Characters

Chester Purdle

Chester Purdle

played by Ted Gehring
Elizabeth Holvak

Elizabeth Holvak

played by Julie Harris
Ramey Holvak

Ramey Holvak

played by Lance Kerwin
Julie Mae Holvak

Julie Mae Holvak

played by Elizabeth Cheshire
Rev. Tom Holvak

Rev. Tom Holvak

played by Glenn Ford
Jim Shanks

Jim Shanks

played by William McKinney
Ida

Ida

played by Cynthia Hayward
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Also known as

  • La famiglia Holvak (Italy)

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