The show was set in California during the mid-1950s .
The show was portrayed the trials of life for two young people -- Jeff , portrayed by 24 - year - old Gary Frank and Anita , played by 17 - year - old Glynnis O'Connor .
The show was set in California during the mid-1950s and portrayed the trials of life for two young people -- Jeff , portrayed by 24 - year - old Gary Frank and Anita , played by 17 - year - old Glynnis O'Connor .