HALFWAY THERE (1977-1980) told the story of Arnold Nestor who after his wife leaves him is left to run their Halfway House. He enlists the help of newly recovered drug addict Jackson to help him manage Chaz and Freddie. Both are dealing with substance abuse problems and it is up to Arnold and Jackson to help them lead a straight life.
The show ran for three seasons until ABC cancelled it. Executives cited the lack of humor as the reason for cancellation even though the show maintained steady, if not rising, ratings. Showrunner, Sydney Kaine, claimed that the show was cancelled due to constant fighting between himself and ABC Head, Robert Toomey.