"The Education of Max Bickford" is a television series that aired on CBS from 2001 to 2002. The show stars Richard Dreyfuss as Max Bickford, a middle-aged college professor who navigates the challenges of academia while trying to connect with his students and family. The series explores themes of education, personal growth, and the generational divide between students and professors. It features a supporting cast that includes Marley Shelton and Rashida Jones, highlighting the dynamics of university life and the impact of modern society on traditional teaching methods.