Coach (1989)
1989 – 1997 · TV show · 9 seasons · 201 episodes · 30 min
Hayden Fox, the curmudgeonly coach of Minnesota State University's Screaming Eagles football team, tries to navigate his way through the sports world, fatherhood and family life without dropping the ball.
Where to watch
United States
Stream
Availability: JustWatch · TMDB
In the United States, Coach is streaming on Prime Video. It can also be rented or bought on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It is available in 2 countries, for example on Prime Video. Starring Craig T. Nelson, Jerry Van Dyke, Bill Fagerbakke and Shelley Fabares. Produced by Bungalow 78 Productions, Universal Television. It aired on ABC. Rated 7.1 on IMDb from 9,644 votes.
- Streams in
- 2 countries · Prime Video (2)
- Rank in its year
- #24 · of 93 TV shows from 1989
- Rated higher than
- 62% · of the catalogue's TV shows (Comedy)
- IMDb rating
- 7.1/10 · 9,644 votes
Cast
Craig T. NelsonCoach Hayden Fox
Jerry Van DykeAssistant Coach Luther Horatio Van Dam / Assistant Coach Luther Van Dam
Bill FagerbakkeDauber Dybinski / Michael 'Dauber' Dybinski / Assistant Coach Dauber Dybinski
Shelley FabaresChristine Armstrong
Clare CareyKelly Fox
Kenneth KimminsHoward BurleighDetails
- Original language
- English
- Country of origin
- United States
- Network
- ABC
- Created by
- Barry Kemp
- Production companies
- Bungalow 78 Productions, Universal Television
- Format
- Scripted
- Status
- Ended
Around the world
Streaming in 2 countries · to rent or buy in 2 more
Episodes
Season 923 episodes · 1996 · ★ 7.9Episode guide →
1. Sleepless in Orlando28 September 1996 · 30 minWhen Christine and baby Timothy both become ill, an exhausted Hayden has too much to do while preparing for an important game.★ 7.52. Just Short of the Goal5 October 1996 · 30 minWhen Hayden passes on the chance to write a memoir of his failures with the Breakers, Luther makes a play for writing it himself -- without Hayden's involvement -- then discovers the topic is living with losing.★ 8.03. Last Tango in Orlando12 October 1996 · 30 minWhen Doris brings in a gorgeous Brazilian soccer player to play kicker for the Breakers, Hayden is skeptical of his talent, while Luther becomes suspicious of his intentions towards Doris.★ 8.34. Isn't It Romantic?19 October 1996 · 30 minHayden's plans for an evening of dinner and dancing go awry when Christine resists leaving their baby at home.★ 6.75. We Can Never Die26 October 1996 · 30 minHayden and Christine ask the Burleighs to become Tim's legal guardians, but the eccentric couple's enthusiasm causes the Foxes to reconsider their request.★ 7.96. Grimmworld26 October 1996 · 30 minDauber's fairy-tale romance with his new girlfriend is jeopardized when he begins to suspect that Hayden doesn't approve.★ 8.17. In the Money11 December 1996 · 30 minWhen Luther and Doris plan to get married, Howard plans a huge televised half-time wedding for them during the Breakers vs. Niners game. Unfortunately, Luther's new obsession with Doris' money causes some problems.★ 7.98. You Win Some, You Lose Some18 December 1996 · 30 minWhen Hayden and Christine made plans to celebrate Christmas in Minnesota, they never believed the Breakers had any chance of making it to the playoffs. But fate is with the team and it looks like Hayden will play the Bil…★ 7.69. Wings Over Buffalo20 December 1996 · 30 minOn their way to face the Buffalo Bills in a wild-card game, Luther's love of chicken wings saddles the Breakers with a severe case of food poisoning.★ 8.610. Somewhere Out There8 January 1997 · 30 minIn this very special episode which analogizes nine years of relationships between friends and family, Dauber believes he is contacted by aliens, and he considers leaving the Breakers, Orlando and Earth.★ 7.511. A Boy and His Doll22 January 1997 · 30 minHoward and Shirley give Timothy a doll, but Luther feels the boy should have more masculine influences.★ 7.312. The Body Gardener5 February 1997 · 30 minWhen Hayden's former gardener Kenny is fired by the Breakers, the guilt-ridden coach writes him a glowing job recommendation. But Hayden comes to regret that generosity when his words earn Kenny a job as his personal bod…★ 8.113. To Ski or Not to Ski12 February 1997 · 30 minWhen Doris invites the whole gang to spend Valentine's Day weekend at a ski resort she's thinking about buying, Hayden helps Christine conquer her fear of the slopes. Meanwhile, Dauber runs into his ex-fiancée Judy, whic…★ 7.314. It's a Swamp Thing19 February 1997 · 30 minWhen Hayden, Luther, Dauber and Howard decide to celebrate "Man Week" in the Florida Everglades, Doris, Christine and Shirley decide to take a vacation of their own. Meanwhile, having allowed Luther to plan their trip, t…★ 7.915. Viva Las Ratings26 February 1997 · 30 minLuther plans to "invest" his life savings at an Elvis memorabilia auction in Las Vegas, but he gets into a heated bidding war with The Drew Carey Show's Mimi. In the end, Luther and Mimi go from bitter rivals to dance pa…★ 7.116. A Fox by Any Other Name12 March 1997 · 30 minHayden recalls how Tim got his name as a result of the coach's mishap with a hospital clerk, which led to a baby-naming contest sponsored by an antagonistic sportswriter.★ 8.117. The Stench of Death26 March 1997 · 30 minAs a reward for the Breakers' successful season, Doris gives the coaches a session with her psychic, but Luther is troubled by the woman's prediction and convinces himself that a defensive tackle Hayden's trying to sign …★ 7.718. Baby Coaches2 April 1997 · 30 minHayden's insecurity gets the better of him when an obnoxious mother boasts that her baby girl -- who's just a few days older than Tim -- can already walk and talk. So the coach tries to bring Tim up to speed.★ 8.119. Upsized16 April 1997 · 30 minDoris promotes Luther, leaving Hayden to find a new defensive coordinator, a job he thinks would be perfect for Dick Butkus -- until the former linebacker shows up and starts taking over.★ 8.620. The Neighbor Hood23 April 1997 · 30 minSkeptical Hayden warns Christine not to trust the new neighbors.★ 8.321. Leaving Orlando: Part 17 May 1997 · 30 minIn the first episode of the three-part series finale, Doris offers Hayden a 17-million-dollar package to stay with the Breakers for 10 years. When Hayden learns there are other teams in the league that want to lure him a…★ 8.522. Leaving Orlando: Part 214 May 1997 · 30 minHayden, Luther and Dauber return to Minnesota State, where they reminisce about their college-coaching years and see some familiar faces. Later, at the lake with Christine and Tim, Hayden shares his vision of the family'…★ 8.123. Leaving Orlando: Part 314 May 1997 · 30 minHayden, Luther and Dauber return to Minnesota State, where they reminisce about their college-coaching years and see some familiar faces. Later, at the lake with Christine and Tim, Hayden shares his vision of the family'…★ 8.1
