Do you remember the actor who played the sharp-sighted elderly juror in the movie classic 12 ANGRY MEN? His name was Joseph Sweeney, and he guest-stars in this 4th-season episode of FATHER KNOWS BEST. Margaret has been deeded some property by her parents, and she goes to claim it. Unfortunately, the property next door is owned by a crotchety old man named Mr. Boomhauer (Sweeney). Boomhauer decides to sue Margaret over some changes to the driveway that she wants to make. Can Margaret win the case, soften Boomhauer's heart?
For those who enjoyed Sweeney in 12 ANGRY MEN, this episode has what I am sure is a deliberate reference to the film in a sequence in which Margaret dreams about the impending court trial. Margaret glances over to the judge and jury - and they are all Joseph Sweeney! The episode is notably progressive in its portrayal of a woman (Margaret) engaging in business and property ventures.
For those who enjoyed Sweeney in 12 ANGRY MEN, this episode has what I am sure is a deliberate reference to the film in a sequence in which Margaret dreams about the impending court trial. Margaret glances over to the judge and jury - and they are all Joseph Sweeney! The episode is notably progressive in its portrayal of a woman (Margaret) engaging in business and property ventures.
