Bonanza a chance to fully develop before the show's abrupt cancellation in November 1972 (with last episode airing January 16, 1973). Many fans, as well as both Landon and Greene, felt that the Hoss character was essential, as he was a nurturing, empathetic soul who rounded out the all-male cast. For 14 years, the Cartwrights were the premier western family on American television and have been immensely popular on cable networks such as TV Land, INSP, Family Channel, and the Hallmark Channel. The series currently airs on Me-TV, TV Land, INSP, and Encore Westerns. TV Land airs "Bonanza" from only the
Meet the Family (TV series) 1 was also nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Best Editing in a Comedy Series: Aden Bahadori. Season 2 was nominated for 4 Canadian Comedy Awards: Best TV Series. Best Writing in a TV Series: Derek Harvie, Matthew Doyle, Ron Sparks & Hannah Hogan. Best Director of a TV Series: Derek Harvie Best Actor in a TV Series: Terry Barna. Meet the Family is produced by Frantic Films. Written by Derek Harvie, Ron Sparks, Matthew Doyle, Evany Rosen and Hannah Hogan. Directed by Derek Harvie. Shot on location in Toronto, Ontario. Season 2 also featured a crossover episode with