List of Family Ties episodes

The NBC sitcom Family Ties aired from September 22, 1982 to April 9, 1989 with a total of 176 episodes produced.
== Series overview ==
Season	Season	Episodes	Episodes	Originally aired 	Originally aired 	Nielsen ratings[1]	Nielsen ratings[1]
Season	Season	Episodes	Episodes	First aired 	Last aired 	Rank 	Rating
 	1 	22 	22 	September 22, 1982	April 4, 1983 	56[2] 	N/A
 	2 	22 	22 	September 23, 1983	May 10, 1984 	42 	16.0 [3]
 	3 	24 	24 	September 20, 1984	March 7, 1985 	5 	22.1
 	Film 	Film 	Film 	September 23, 1985	September 23, 1985	N/A 	N/A
 	4 	24 	24 	September 26, 1985	May 1, 1986 	2 	30.0
 	5 	30 	30 	September 25, 1986	April 30, 1987 	2 	32.7
 	6 	28 	28 	September 13, 1987	March 13, 1988 	17 	17.3
 	7 	26 	26 	October 30, 1988 	April 9, 1989 	35 	14.5 [4]
== Episodes ==
=== Season 1 (1982–83) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	Prod.
code
1 	1 	"Pilot" 	Asaad Kelada 	Gary David Goldberg 	September 22, 1982 	001
Father and son clash when Steven demands that Alex not accompany his new girlfriend to an elitist, restricted country club. 	Father and son clash when Steven demands that Alex not accompany his new girlfriend to an elitist, restricted country club. 	Father and son clash when Steven demands that Alex not accompany his new girlfriend to an elitist, restricted country club. 	Father and son clash when Steven demands that Alex not accompany his new girlfriend to an elitist, restricted country club. 	Father and son clash when Steven demands that Alex not accompany his new girlfriend to an elitist, restricted country club. 	Father and son clash when Steven demands that Alex not accompany his new girlfriend to an elitist, restricted country club. 	Father and son clash when Steven demands that Alex not accompany his new girlfriend to an elitist, restricted country club.
2 	2 	"Not With My Sister You Don't" 	Tony Mordente 	Lloyd Garver 	September 29, 1982 	004
With Steven and Elyse away for the weekend, Alex hosts a wild party and worries over Mallory going off with one of his womanizing friends. 	With Steven and Elyse away for the weekend, Alex hosts a wild party and worries over Mallory going off with one of his womanizing friends. 	With Steven and Elyse away for the weekend, Alex hosts a wild party and worries over Mallory going off with one of his womanizing friends. 	With Steven and Elyse away for the weekend, Alex hosts a wild party and worries over Mallory going off with one of his womanizing friends. 	With Steven and Elyse away for the weekend, Alex hosts a wild party and worries over Mallory going off with one of his womanizing friends. 	With Steven and Elyse away for the weekend, Alex hosts a wild party and worries over Mallory going off with one of his womanizing friends. 	With Steven and Elyse away for the weekend, Alex hosts a wild party and worries over Mallory going off with one of his womanizing friends.
3 	3 	"I Know Jennifer's Boyfriend" 	Michael Zinberg 	Gary David Goldberg 	October 6, 1982 	003
Because she is friends with a nerdy boy, Jennifer is teased at school. To stop the teasing, she decides not to be friends with him any more. 	Because she is friends with a nerdy boy, Jennifer is teased at school. To stop the teasing, she decides not to be friends with him any more. 	Because she is friends with a nerdy boy, Jennifer is teased at school. To stop the teasing, she decides not to be friends with him any more. 	Because she is friends with a nerdy boy, Jennifer is teased at school. To stop the teasing, she decides not to be friends with him any more. 	Because she is friends with a nerdy boy, Jennifer is teased at school. To stop the teasing, she decides not to be friends with him any more. 	Because she is friends with a nerdy boy, Jennifer is teased at school. To stop the teasing, she decides not to be friends with him any more. 	Because she is friends with a nerdy boy, Jennifer is teased at school. To stop the teasing, she decides not to be friends with him any more.
4 	4 	"Summer of '82" 	Tony Mordente 	Michael J. Weithorn 	October 27, 1982 	007
At 17 years old, Alex loses his virginity to a college girl (Amy Steel), but is heartbroken when he finds her the next day with another guy named Pete (John Putch). 	At 17 years old, Alex loses his virginity to a college girl (Amy Steel), but is heartbroken when he finds her the next day with another guy named Pete (John Putch). 	At 17 years old, Alex loses his virginity to a college girl (Amy Steel), but is heartbroken when he finds her the next day with another guy named Pete (John Putch). 	At 17 years old, Alex loses his virginity to a college girl (Amy Steel), but is heartbroken when he finds her the next day with another guy named Pete (John Putch). 	At 17 years old, Alex loses his virginity to a college girl (Amy Steel), but is heartbroken when he finds her the next day with another guy named Pete (John Putch). 	At 17 years old, Alex loses his virginity to a college girl (Amy Steel), but is heartbroken when he finds her the next day with another guy named Pete (John Putch). 	At 17 years old, Alex loses his virginity to a college girl (Amy Steel), but is heartbroken when he finds her the next day with another guy named Pete (John Putch).
5 	5 	"I Never Killed for My Father" 	Dick Martin 	Kimberly Hill 	November 3, 1982 	008
Steven's father (John Randolph) arrives for a visit, and announces that he is going to die. 	Steven's father (John Randolph) arrives for a visit, and announces that he is going to die. 	Steven's father (John Randolph) arrives for a visit, and announces that he is going to die. 	Steven's father (John Randolph) arrives for a visit, and announces that he is going to die. 	Steven's father (John Randolph) arrives for a visit, and announces that he is going to die. 	Steven's father (John Randolph) arrives for a visit, and announces that he is going to die. 	Steven's father (John Randolph) arrives for a visit, and announces that he is going to die.
6 	6 	"Give Your Uncle Arthur a Kiss" 	Will Mackenzie 	Lloyd Garver & Gary David Goldberg 	November 10, 1982 	012
When a family friend, "Uncle Arthur", visits the Keatons, he comes on to Mallory and tries to kiss her against her will. Shocked, Mallory goes to Alex for advice. 	When a family friend, "Uncle Arthur", visits the Keatons, he comes on to Mallory and tries to kiss her against her will. Shocked, Mallory goes to Alex for advice. 	When a family friend, "Uncle Arthur", visits the Keatons, he comes on to Mallory and tries to kiss her against her will. Shocked, Mallory goes to Alex for advice. 	When a family friend, "Uncle Arthur", visits the Keatons, he comes on to Mallory and tries to kiss her against her will. Shocked, Mallory goes to Alex for advice. 	When a family friend, "Uncle Arthur", visits the Keatons, he comes on to Mallory and tries to kiss her against her will. Shocked, Mallory goes to Alex for advice. 	When a family friend, "Uncle Arthur", visits the Keatons, he comes on to Mallory and tries to kiss her against her will. Shocked, Mallory goes to Alex for advice. 	When a family friend, "Uncle Arthur", visits the Keatons, he comes on to Mallory and tries to kiss her against her will. Shocked, Mallory goes to Alex for advice.
7 	7 	"Big Brother is Watching" 	Alan Bergmann 	Ruth Bennett 	November 17, 1982 	013
As the new editor of the school paper, Alex learns of an algebra test cheating scandal in which Mallory is involved. 	As the new editor of the school paper, Alex learns of an algebra test cheating scandal in which Mallory is involved. 	As the new editor of the school paper, Alex learns of an algebra test cheating scandal in which Mallory is involved. 	As the new editor of the school paper, Alex learns of an algebra test cheating scandal in which Mallory is involved. 	As the new editor of the school paper, Alex learns of an algebra test cheating scandal in which Mallory is involved. 	As the new editor of the school paper, Alex learns of an algebra test cheating scandal in which Mallory is involved. 	As the new editor of the school paper, Alex learns of an algebra test cheating scandal in which Mallory is involved.
8 	8 	"No Nukes Is Good Nukes" 	Frank Bonner 	Ruth Bennett 	November 24, 1982 	009
Steven and Elyse are arrested on Thanksgiving while protesting nuclear arms, leaving the kids in the hands of Elyse's parents (Dick Sargent and Priscilla Morrill). 	Steven and Elyse are arrested on Thanksgiving while protesting nuclear arms, leaving the kids in the hands of Elyse's parents (Dick Sargent and Priscilla Morrill). 	Steven and Elyse are arrested on Thanksgiving while protesting nuclear arms, leaving the kids in the hands of Elyse's parents (Dick Sargent and Priscilla Morrill). 	Steven and Elyse are arrested on Thanksgiving while protesting nuclear arms, leaving the kids in the hands of Elyse's parents (Dick Sargent and Priscilla Morrill). 	Steven and Elyse are arrested on Thanksgiving while protesting nuclear arms, leaving the kids in the hands of Elyse's parents (Dick Sargent and Priscilla Morrill). 	Steven and Elyse are arrested on Thanksgiving while protesting nuclear arms, leaving the kids in the hands of Elyse's parents (Dick Sargent and Priscilla Morrill). 	Steven and Elyse are arrested on Thanksgiving while protesting nuclear arms, leaving the kids in the hands of Elyse's parents (Dick Sargent and Priscilla Morrill).
9 	9 	"Death of a Grocer" 	Will Mackenzie 	Michael J. Weithorn 	December 1, 1982 	011
Alex quits his job at a local grocery store to earn more at a bigger store, but he doesn't enjoy the new job.Note: This episode marks the debut of Marc Price in the recurring role of Skippy Handleman. 	Alex quits his job at a local grocery store to earn more at a bigger store, but he doesn't enjoy the new job.Note: This episode marks the debut of Marc Price in the recurring role of Skippy Handleman. 	Alex quits his job at a local grocery store to earn more at a bigger store, but he doesn't enjoy the new job.Note: This episode marks the debut of Marc Price in the recurring role of Skippy Handleman. 	Alex quits his job at a local grocery store to earn more at a bigger store, but he doesn't enjoy the new job.Note: This episode marks the debut of Marc Price in the recurring role of Skippy Handleman. 	Alex quits his job at a local grocery store to earn more at a bigger store, but he doesn't enjoy the new job.Note: This episode marks the debut of Marc Price in the recurring role of Skippy Handleman. 	Alex quits his job at a local grocery store to earn more at a bigger store, but he doesn't enjoy the new job.Note: This episode marks the debut of Marc Price in the recurring role of Skippy Handleman. 	Alex quits his job at a local grocery store to earn more at a bigger store, but he doesn't enjoy the new job.Note: This episode marks the debut of Marc Price in the recurring role of Skippy Handleman.
10 	10 	"Have Gun, Will Unravel" 	Alan Bergmann 	Ruth Bennett 	December 8, 1982 	006
After their house is broken into, Steven and Elyse debate buying a gun to protect their home. 	After their house is broken into, Steven and Elyse debate buying a gun to protect their home. 	After their house is broken into, Steven and Elyse debate buying a gun to protect their home. 	After their house is broken into, Steven and Elyse debate buying a gun to protect their home. 	After their house is broken into, Steven and Elyse debate buying a gun to protect their home. 	After their house is broken into, Steven and Elyse debate buying a gun to protect their home. 	After their house is broken into, Steven and Elyse debate buying a gun to protect their home.
11 	11 	"A Christmas Story" 	Will Mackenzie 	Joanne Pagliaro 	December 15, 1982 	014
Snowed in for Christmas, Elyse and Steven remember the kids' births in flashbacks: Alex was born in Africa, Mallory was delivered by a crazy doctor and Jennifer was born during the 1972 presidential election.	Snowed in for Christmas, Elyse and Steven remember the kids' births in flashbacks: Alex was born in Africa, Mallory was delivered by a crazy doctor and Jennifer was born during the 1972 presidential election.	Snowed in for Christmas, Elyse and Steven remember the kids' births in flashbacks: Alex was born in Africa, Mallory was delivered by a crazy doctor and Jennifer was born during the 1972 presidential election.	Snowed in for Christmas, Elyse and Steven remember the kids' births in flashbacks: Alex was born in Africa, Mallory was delivered by a crazy doctor and Jennifer was born during the 1972 presidential election.	Snowed in for Christmas, Elyse and Steven remember the kids' births in flashbacks: Alex was born in Africa, Mallory was delivered by a crazy doctor and Jennifer was born during the 1972 presidential election.	Snowed in for Christmas, Elyse and Steven remember the kids' births in flashbacks: Alex was born in Africa, Mallory was delivered by a crazy doctor and Jennifer was born during the 1972 presidential election.	Snowed in for Christmas, Elyse and Steven remember the kids' births in flashbacks: Alex was born in Africa, Mallory was delivered by a crazy doctor and Jennifer was born during the 1972 presidential election.
12 	12 	"Oops" 	Tony Mordente 	Joanne Pagliaro 	December 22, 1982 	005
One of Mallory's friends reveals that she is pregnant and asks Elyse for advice. 	One of Mallory's friends reveals that she is pregnant and asks Elyse for advice. 	One of Mallory's friends reveals that she is pregnant and asks Elyse for advice. 	One of Mallory's friends reveals that she is pregnant and asks Elyse for advice. 	One of Mallory's friends reveals that she is pregnant and asks Elyse for advice. 	One of Mallory's friends reveals that she is pregnant and asks Elyse for advice. 	One of Mallory's friends reveals that she is pregnant and asks Elyse for advice.
13 	13 	"Sherry Baby" 	Tony Mordente 	Barbara Hall 	January 12, 1983 	015
Mallory convinces Alex to go out with a sorority girl, hoping that the girl will invite Mallory to join, but soon learns the girl was only using her to get to Alex. 	Mallory convinces Alex to go out with a sorority girl, hoping that the girl will invite Mallory to join, but soon learns the girl was only using her to get to Alex. 	Mallory convinces Alex to go out with a sorority girl, hoping that the girl will invite Mallory to join, but soon learns the girl was only using her to get to Alex. 	Mallory convinces Alex to go out with a sorority girl, hoping that the girl will invite Mallory to join, but soon learns the girl was only using her to get to Alex. 	Mallory convinces Alex to go out with a sorority girl, hoping that the girl will invite Mallory to join, but soon learns the girl was only using her to get to Alex. 	Mallory convinces Alex to go out with a sorority girl, hoping that the girl will invite Mallory to join, but soon learns the girl was only using her to get to Alex. 	Mallory convinces Alex to go out with a sorority girl, hoping that the girl will invite Mallory to join, but soon learns the girl was only using her to get to Alex.
14 	14 	"The Fugitive, Part 1" 	Will Mackenzie 	Michael J. Weithorn 	January 19, 1983 	016
Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks), a successful Fortune 500 executive, visits. But his long-held secret brings the FBI to the Keatons' doorstep. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks), a successful Fortune 500 executive, visits. But his long-held secret brings the FBI to the Keatons' doorstep. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks), a successful Fortune 500 executive, visits. But his long-held secret brings the FBI to the Keatons' doorstep. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks), a successful Fortune 500 executive, visits. But his long-held secret brings the FBI to the Keatons' doorstep. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks), a successful Fortune 500 executive, visits. But his long-held secret brings the FBI to the Keatons' doorstep. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks), a successful Fortune 500 executive, visits. But his long-held secret brings the FBI to the Keatons' doorstep. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks), a successful Fortune 500 executive, visits. But his long-held secret brings the FBI to the Keatons' doorstep.
15 	15 	"The Fugitive, Part 2" 	Will Mackenzie 	Michael J. Weithorn 	January 26, 1983 	017
To save hundreds of jobs, Ned stole millions from his company. Now wanted by the FBI, Ned gets Alex involved in his escape plan. 	To save hundreds of jobs, Ned stole millions from his company. Now wanted by the FBI, Ned gets Alex involved in his escape plan. 	To save hundreds of jobs, Ned stole millions from his company. Now wanted by the FBI, Ned gets Alex involved in his escape plan. 	To save hundreds of jobs, Ned stole millions from his company. Now wanted by the FBI, Ned gets Alex involved in his escape plan. 	To save hundreds of jobs, Ned stole millions from his company. Now wanted by the FBI, Ned gets Alex involved in his escape plan. 	To save hundreds of jobs, Ned stole millions from his company. Now wanted by the FBI, Ned gets Alex involved in his escape plan. 	To save hundreds of jobs, Ned stole millions from his company. Now wanted by the FBI, Ned gets Alex involved in his escape plan.
16 	16 	"Margin of Error" 	Tony Mordente 	Michael Russnow 	February 9, 1983 	018
In a school project, Alex proves he's a stock market wizard. But things take a dip when the aspiring day trader starts secretly buying and selling with Mom and Dad's money. 	In a school project, Alex proves he's a stock market wizard. But things take a dip when the aspiring day trader starts secretly buying and selling with Mom and Dad's money. 	In a school project, Alex proves he's a stock market wizard. But things take a dip when the aspiring day trader starts secretly buying and selling with Mom and Dad's money. 	In a school project, Alex proves he's a stock market wizard. But things take a dip when the aspiring day trader starts secretly buying and selling with Mom and Dad's money. 	In a school project, Alex proves he's a stock market wizard. But things take a dip when the aspiring day trader starts secretly buying and selling with Mom and Dad's money. 	In a school project, Alex proves he's a stock market wizard. But things take a dip when the aspiring day trader starts secretly buying and selling with Mom and Dad's money. 	In a school project, Alex proves he's a stock market wizard. But things take a dip when the aspiring day trader starts secretly buying and selling with Mom and Dad's money.
17 	17 	"French Lessons" 	Tony Mordente 	Ruth Bennett 	February 16, 1983 	019
Mallory goes out with her French tutor, Jeff, who seeks out romantic advice from Alex. Meanwhile, Steven tries to beat Alex in chess. 	Mallory goes out with her French tutor, Jeff, who seeks out romantic advice from Alex. Meanwhile, Steven tries to beat Alex in chess. 	Mallory goes out with her French tutor, Jeff, who seeks out romantic advice from Alex. Meanwhile, Steven tries to beat Alex in chess. 	Mallory goes out with her French tutor, Jeff, who seeks out romantic advice from Alex. Meanwhile, Steven tries to beat Alex in chess. 	Mallory goes out with her French tutor, Jeff, who seeks out romantic advice from Alex. Meanwhile, Steven tries to beat Alex in chess. 	Mallory goes out with her French tutor, Jeff, who seeks out romantic advice from Alex. Meanwhile, Steven tries to beat Alex in chess. 	Mallory goes out with her French tutor, Jeff, who seeks out romantic advice from Alex. Meanwhile, Steven tries to beat Alex in chess.
18 	18 	"I Gotta Be Ming" 	Sam Weisman 	Douglas Wyman 	February 23, 1983 	020
While Elyse raises money for an immigrant education program, Alex tries to help by mentoring a Vietnamese boy named Ming. 	While Elyse raises money for an immigrant education program, Alex tries to help by mentoring a Vietnamese boy named Ming. 	While Elyse raises money for an immigrant education program, Alex tries to help by mentoring a Vietnamese boy named Ming. 	While Elyse raises money for an immigrant education program, Alex tries to help by mentoring a Vietnamese boy named Ming. 	While Elyse raises money for an immigrant education program, Alex tries to help by mentoring a Vietnamese boy named Ming. 	While Elyse raises money for an immigrant education program, Alex tries to help by mentoring a Vietnamese boy named Ming. 	While Elyse raises money for an immigrant education program, Alex tries to help by mentoring a Vietnamese boy named Ming.
19 	19 	"Suzanne Takes You Down" 	Will Mackenzie 	Ruth Bennett 	March 16, 1983 	010
Elyse offers her friend Suzanne a job as her assistant, but Suzanne isn't up to the task. 	Elyse offers her friend Suzanne a job as her assistant, but Suzanne isn't up to the task. 	Elyse offers her friend Suzanne a job as her assistant, but Suzanne isn't up to the task. 	Elyse offers her friend Suzanne a job as her assistant, but Suzanne isn't up to the task. 	Elyse offers her friend Suzanne a job as her assistant, but Suzanne isn't up to the task. 	Elyse offers her friend Suzanne a job as her assistant, but Suzanne isn't up to the task. 	Elyse offers her friend Suzanne a job as her assistant, but Suzanne isn't up to the task.
20 	20 	"The Fifth Wheel" 	Andrew McCullough 	Ruth Bennett & Michael J. Weithorn 	March 28, 1983 	022
Jennifer decides she's tired of being treated as a burden by her family and runs away. 	Jennifer decides she's tired of being treated as a burden by her family and runs away. 	Jennifer decides she's tired of being treated as a burden by her family and runs away. 	Jennifer decides she's tired of being treated as a burden by her family and runs away. 	Jennifer decides she's tired of being treated as a burden by her family and runs away. 	Jennifer decides she's tired of being treated as a burden by her family and runs away. 	Jennifer decides she's tired of being treated as a burden by her family and runs away.
21 	21 	"Stage Fright" 	Sam Weisman 	Ruth Bennett & Michael J. Weithorn 	April 4, 1983 	021
Alex's school quiz team is forced to find a replacement for a sick teammate, and in an act of desperation, Alex trains Mallory to fill the spot. 	Alex's school quiz team is forced to find a replacement for a sick teammate, and in an act of desperation, Alex trains Mallory to fill the spot. 	Alex's school quiz team is forced to find a replacement for a sick teammate, and in an act of desperation, Alex trains Mallory to fill the spot. 	Alex's school quiz team is forced to find a replacement for a sick teammate, and in an act of desperation, Alex trains Mallory to fill the spot. 	Alex's school quiz team is forced to find a replacement for a sick teammate, and in an act of desperation, Alex trains Mallory to fill the spot. 	Alex's school quiz team is forced to find a replacement for a sick teammate, and in an act of desperation, Alex trains Mallory to fill the spot. 	Alex's school quiz team is forced to find a replacement for a sick teammate, and in an act of desperation, Alex trains Mallory to fill the spot.
22 	22 	"Elyse D'Arc" 	Michael Zinberg 	Michael J. Weithorn 	April 11, 1983 	002
Steven and Elyse clash when Elyse's busy schedule keeps them from spending time together. 	Steven and Elyse clash when Elyse's busy schedule keeps them from spending time together. 	Steven and Elyse clash when Elyse's busy schedule keeps them from spending time together. 	Steven and Elyse clash when Elyse's busy schedule keeps them from spending time together. 	Steven and Elyse clash when Elyse's busy schedule keeps them from spending time together. 	Steven and Elyse clash when Elyse's busy schedule keeps them from spending time together. 	Steven and Elyse clash when Elyse's busy schedule keeps them from spending time together.
=== Season 2 (1983–84) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	Prod.
code
23 	1 	"Tender is the Knight" 	Sam Weisman 	Ruth Bennett 	September 28, 1983 	023
Alex must contend with a childhood sweetheart (Talia Balsam) staying at the house, who is unlike any girl he's met—or liked—before.Note: First episode featuring a bearded Steven Keaton which he will keep for the remainder of the series. Michael Gross had grown the beard between seasons 1 and 2 while appearing in a Broadway production. 	Alex must contend with a childhood sweetheart (Talia Balsam) staying at the house, who is unlike any girl he's met—or liked—before.Note: First episode featuring a bearded Steven Keaton which he will keep for the remainder of the series. Michael Gross had grown the beard between seasons 1 and 2 while appearing in a Broadway production. 	Alex must contend with a childhood sweetheart (Talia Balsam) staying at the house, who is unlike any girl he's met—or liked—before.Note: First episode featuring a bearded Steven Keaton which he will keep for the remainder of the series. Michael Gross had grown the beard between seasons 1 and 2 while appearing in a Broadway production. 	Alex must contend with a childhood sweetheart (Talia Balsam) staying at the house, who is unlike any girl he's met—or liked—before.Note: First episode featuring a bearded Steven Keaton which he will keep for the remainder of the series. Michael Gross had grown the beard between seasons 1 and 2 while appearing in a Broadway production. 	Alex must contend with a childhood sweetheart (Talia Balsam) staying at the house, who is unlike any girl he's met—or liked—before.Note: First episode featuring a bearded Steven Keaton which he will keep for the remainder of the series. Michael Gross had grown the beard between seasons 1 and 2 while appearing in a Broadway production. 	Alex must contend with a childhood sweetheart (Talia Balsam) staying at the house, who is unlike any girl he's met—or liked—before.Note: First episode featuring a bearded Steven Keaton which he will keep for the remainder of the series. Michael Gross had grown the beard between seasons 1 and 2 while appearing in a Broadway production. 	Alex must contend with a childhood sweetheart (Talia Balsam) staying at the house, who is unlike any girl he's met—or liked—before.Note: First episode featuring a bearded Steven Keaton which he will keep for the remainder of the series. Michael Gross had grown the beard between seasons 1 and 2 while appearing in a Broadway production.
24 	2 	"The Homecoming" 	Sam Weisman 	Douglas Wyman 	October 12, 1983 	027
Mallory's boyfriend Jeff returns to Columbus and confesses to Alex that he hates Princeton, and is willing to do anything to get out of it—even ask Mallory to go steady with him. 	Mallory's boyfriend Jeff returns to Columbus and confesses to Alex that he hates Princeton, and is willing to do anything to get out of it—even ask Mallory to go steady with him. 	Mallory's boyfriend Jeff returns to Columbus and confesses to Alex that he hates Princeton, and is willing to do anything to get out of it—even ask Mallory to go steady with him. 	Mallory's boyfriend Jeff returns to Columbus and confesses to Alex that he hates Princeton, and is willing to do anything to get out of it—even ask Mallory to go steady with him. 	Mallory's boyfriend Jeff returns to Columbus and confesses to Alex that he hates Princeton, and is willing to do anything to get out of it—even ask Mallory to go steady with him. 	Mallory's boyfriend Jeff returns to Columbus and confesses to Alex that he hates Princeton, and is willing to do anything to get out of it—even ask Mallory to go steady with him. 	Mallory's boyfriend Jeff returns to Columbus and confesses to Alex that he hates Princeton, and is willing to do anything to get out of it—even ask Mallory to go steady with him.
25 	3 	"The Harder They Fall" 	Sam Weisman 	Rich Reinhart 	October 19, 1983 	026
Parent/Teacher Conferences at Alex and Mallory's school become interesting when both Steven and Elyse contend with a rude, insufferable teacher (Edward Edwards), whom Elyse punches for insulting her. Alex is upset when he finds out about it, particularly since a college recommendation hangs in the balance. To make matters worse when Steven tries to apologize to the teacher on Elyse's behalf, his insults cause Steven to punch him out. 	Parent/Teacher Conferences at Alex and Mallory's school become interesting when both Steven and Elyse contend with a rude, insufferable teacher (Edward Edwards), whom Elyse punches for insulting her. Alex is upset when he finds out about it, particularly since a college recommendation hangs in the balance. To make matters worse when Steven tries to apologize to the teacher on Elyse's behalf, his insults cause Steven to punch him out. 	Parent/Teacher Conferences at Alex and Mallory's school become interesting when both Steven and Elyse contend with a rude, insufferable teacher (Edward Edwards), whom Elyse punches for insulting her. Alex is upset when he finds out about it, particularly since a college recommendation hangs in the balance. To make matters worse when Steven tries to apologize to the teacher on Elyse's behalf, his insults cause Steven to punch him out. 	Parent/Teacher Conferences at Alex and Mallory's school become interesting when both Steven and Elyse contend with a rude, insufferable teacher (Edward Edwards), whom Elyse punches for insulting her. Alex is upset when he finds out about it, particularly since a college recommendation hangs in the balance. To make matters worse when Steven tries to apologize to the teacher on Elyse's behalf, his insults cause Steven to punch him out. 	Parent/Teacher Conferences at Alex and Mallory's school become interesting when both Steven and Elyse contend with a rude, insufferable teacher (Edward Edwards), whom Elyse punches for insulting her. Alex is upset when he finds out about it, particularly since a college recommendation hangs in the balance. To make matters worse when Steven tries to apologize to the teacher on Elyse's behalf, his insults cause Steven to punch him out. 	Parent/Teacher Conferences at Alex and Mallory's school become interesting when both Steven and Elyse contend with a rude, insufferable teacher (Edward Edwards), whom Elyse punches for insulting her. Alex is upset when he finds out about it, particularly since a college recommendation hangs in the balance. To make matters worse when Steven tries to apologize to the teacher on Elyse's behalf, his insults cause Steven to punch him out. 	Parent/Teacher Conferences at Alex and Mallory's school become interesting when both Steven and Elyse contend with a rude, insufferable teacher (Edward Edwards), whom Elyse punches for insulting her. Alex is upset when he finds out about it, particularly since a college recommendation hangs in the balance. To make matters worse when Steven tries to apologize to the teacher on Elyse's behalf, his insults cause Steven to punch him out.
26 	4 	"This Year's Model" 	John Pasquin 	Susan Borowitz & Richard Raskind 	October 26, 1983 	032
Mallory enters herself and Elyse in a mother/daughter modeling contest but ends up regretting it when they win and Elyse steals her thunder. 	Mallory enters herself and Elyse in a mother/daughter modeling contest but ends up regretting it when they win and Elyse steals her thunder. 	Mallory enters herself and Elyse in a mother/daughter modeling contest but ends up regretting it when they win and Elyse steals her thunder. 	Mallory enters herself and Elyse in a mother/daughter modeling contest but ends up regretting it when they win and Elyse steals her thunder. 	Mallory enters herself and Elyse in a mother/daughter modeling contest but ends up regretting it when they win and Elyse steals her thunder. 	Mallory enters herself and Elyse in a mother/daughter modeling contest but ends up regretting it when they win and Elyse steals her thunder. 	Mallory enters herself and Elyse in a mother/daughter modeling contest but ends up regretting it when they win and Elyse steals her thunder.
27 	5 	"Not An Affair to Remember" 	Sam Weisman 	Ruth Bennett & Gary David Goldberg 	November 2, 1983 	029
Steven's fidelity is put to the test when he learns that Stacy (Judith Light), an employee at the TV station, has a crush on him. 	Steven's fidelity is put to the test when he learns that Stacy (Judith Light), an employee at the TV station, has a crush on him. 	Steven's fidelity is put to the test when he learns that Stacy (Judith Light), an employee at the TV station, has a crush on him. 	Steven's fidelity is put to the test when he learns that Stacy (Judith Light), an employee at the TV station, has a crush on him. 	Steven's fidelity is put to the test when he learns that Stacy (Judith Light), an employee at the TV station, has a crush on him. 	Steven's fidelity is put to the test when he learns that Stacy (Judith Light), an employee at the TV station, has a crush on him. 	Steven's fidelity is put to the test when he learns that Stacy (Judith Light), an employee at the TV station, has a crush on him.
28 	6 	"Speed Trap" 	Sam Weisman 	Michael J. Weithorn 	November 9, 1983 	025
Obsessed with getting good grades to earn a college scholarship, Alex begins taking amphetamines so he can stay up late studying. 	Obsessed with getting good grades to earn a college scholarship, Alex begins taking amphetamines so he can stay up late studying. 	Obsessed with getting good grades to earn a college scholarship, Alex begins taking amphetamines so he can stay up late studying. 	Obsessed with getting good grades to earn a college scholarship, Alex begins taking amphetamines so he can stay up late studying. 	Obsessed with getting good grades to earn a college scholarship, Alex begins taking amphetamines so he can stay up late studying. 	Obsessed with getting good grades to earn a college scholarship, Alex begins taking amphetamines so he can stay up late studying. 	Obsessed with getting good grades to earn a college scholarship, Alex begins taking amphetamines so he can stay up late studying.
29 	7 	"Sweet Lorraine" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	November 16, 1983 	031
Working at the school radio station, Alex sets himself up a blind date with a fellow music enthusiast (Carolyn Seymour), who turns out to be twice his age. 	Working at the school radio station, Alex sets himself up a blind date with a fellow music enthusiast (Carolyn Seymour), who turns out to be twice his age. 	Working at the school radio station, Alex sets himself up a blind date with a fellow music enthusiast (Carolyn Seymour), who turns out to be twice his age. 	Working at the school radio station, Alex sets himself up a blind date with a fellow music enthusiast (Carolyn Seymour), who turns out to be twice his age. 	Working at the school radio station, Alex sets himself up a blind date with a fellow music enthusiast (Carolyn Seymour), who turns out to be twice his age. 	Working at the school radio station, Alex sets himself up a blind date with a fellow music enthusiast (Carolyn Seymour), who turns out to be twice his age. 	Working at the school radio station, Alex sets himself up a blind date with a fellow music enthusiast (Carolyn Seymour), who turns out to be twice his age.
30 	8 	"Batter Up" 	Sam Weisman 	Lisa A. Bannick 	November 30, 1983 	028
Alex, the coach of Jennifer's peewee softball team, pushes his own sister too hard. It is up to Steven and Elyse to show Alex that being a coach is about more than winning and "doing what the coach says". 	Alex, the coach of Jennifer's peewee softball team, pushes his own sister too hard. It is up to Steven and Elyse to show Alex that being a coach is about more than winning and "doing what the coach says". 	Alex, the coach of Jennifer's peewee softball team, pushes his own sister too hard. It is up to Steven and Elyse to show Alex that being a coach is about more than winning and "doing what the coach says". 	Alex, the coach of Jennifer's peewee softball team, pushes his own sister too hard. It is up to Steven and Elyse to show Alex that being a coach is about more than winning and "doing what the coach says". 	Alex, the coach of Jennifer's peewee softball team, pushes his own sister too hard. It is up to Steven and Elyse to show Alex that being a coach is about more than winning and "doing what the coach says". 	Alex, the coach of Jennifer's peewee softball team, pushes his own sister too hard. It is up to Steven and Elyse to show Alex that being a coach is about more than winning and "doing what the coach says". 	Alex, the coach of Jennifer's peewee softball team, pushes his own sister too hard. It is up to Steven and Elyse to show Alex that being a coach is about more than winning and "doing what the coach says".
31 	9 	"A Keaton Christmas Carol" 	Will Mackenzie 	Story by : Robert Caplain 
Teleplay by : Rich Reinhart 	December 14, 1983 	037
Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is adapted to the Keatons as a Scrooge-like Alex is enlightened of the meaning of the Christmas season by the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Jennifer) and Future (Mallory). 	Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is adapted to the Keatons as a Scrooge-like Alex is enlightened of the meaning of the Christmas season by the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Jennifer) and Future (Mallory). 	Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is adapted to the Keatons as a Scrooge-like Alex is enlightened of the meaning of the Christmas season by the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Jennifer) and Future (Mallory). 	Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is adapted to the Keatons as a Scrooge-like Alex is enlightened of the meaning of the Christmas season by the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Jennifer) and Future (Mallory). 	Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is adapted to the Keatons as a Scrooge-like Alex is enlightened of the meaning of the Christmas season by the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Jennifer) and Future (Mallory). 	Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is adapted to the Keatons as a Scrooge-like Alex is enlightened of the meaning of the Christmas season by the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Jennifer) and Future (Mallory). 	Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" is adapted to the Keatons as a Scrooge-like Alex is enlightened of the meaning of the Christmas season by the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Jennifer) and Future (Mallory).
32 	10 	"To Snatch a Keith" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	December 21, 1983 	024
When family friends Richard (James Sutorius) and his son Keith (David Faustino) come for a visit, it is known that Richard has gone through a divorce. Upon arrival, Richard reveals that his ex-wife Cynthia (Donna McKechnie), is moving to California and taking Keith with her. Despondent when Cynthia is about to leave with Keith, Richard takes his son. Steven has to meet Richard at a bar to convince him that not only is taking Keith illegal, it's wrong to take "prisoners" in his "war" against Cynthia.	When family friends Richard (James Sutorius) and his son Keith (David Faustino) come for a visit, it is known that Richard has gone through a divorce. Upon arrival, Richard reveals that his ex-wife Cynthia (Donna McKechnie), is moving to California and taking Keith with her. Despondent when Cynthia is about to leave with Keith, Richard takes his son. Steven has to meet Richard at a bar to convince him that not only is taking Keith illegal, it's wrong to take "prisoners" in his "war" against Cynthia.	When family friends Richard (James Sutorius) and his son Keith (David Faustino) come for a visit, it is known that Richard has gone through a divorce. Upon arrival, Richard reveals that his ex-wife Cynthia (Donna McKechnie), is moving to California and taking Keith with her. Despondent when Cynthia is about to leave with Keith, Richard takes his son. Steven has to meet Richard at a bar to convince him that not only is taking Keith illegal, it's wrong to take "prisoners" in his "war" against Cynthia.	When family friends Richard (James Sutorius) and his son Keith (David Faustino) come for a visit, it is known that Richard has gone through a divorce. Upon arrival, Richard reveals that his ex-wife Cynthia (Donna McKechnie), is moving to California and taking Keith with her. Despondent when Cynthia is about to leave with Keith, Richard takes his son. Steven has to meet Richard at a bar to convince him that not only is taking Keith illegal, it's wrong to take "prisoners" in his "war" against Cynthia.	When family friends Richard (James Sutorius) and his son Keith (David Faustino) come for a visit, it is known that Richard has gone through a divorce. Upon arrival, Richard reveals that his ex-wife Cynthia (Donna McKechnie), is moving to California and taking Keith with her. Despondent when Cynthia is about to leave with Keith, Richard takes his son. Steven has to meet Richard at a bar to convince him that not only is taking Keith illegal, it's wrong to take "prisoners" in his "war" against Cynthia.	When family friends Richard (James Sutorius) and his son Keith (David Faustino) come for a visit, it is known that Richard has gone through a divorce. Upon arrival, Richard reveals that his ex-wife Cynthia (Donna McKechnie), is moving to California and taking Keith with her. Despondent when Cynthia is about to leave with Keith, Richard takes his son. Steven has to meet Richard at a bar to convince him that not only is taking Keith illegal, it's wrong to take "prisoners" in his "war" against Cynthia.	When family friends Richard (James Sutorius) and his son Keith (David Faustino) come for a visit, it is known that Richard has gone through a divorce. Upon arrival, Richard reveals that his ex-wife Cynthia (Donna McKechnie), is moving to California and taking Keith with her. Despondent when Cynthia is about to leave with Keith, Richard takes his son. Steven has to meet Richard at a bar to convince him that not only is taking Keith illegal, it's wrong to take "prisoners" in his "war" against Cynthia.
33 	11 	"Birthday Boy" 	Will Mackenzie 	Michael J. Weithorn 	January 5, 1984 	033
Alex's friends Neil (John Putch) and Doug (Crispin Glover) want to take him to West Virginia, where the drinking age is 18, for his birthday, but Elyse is opposed to this plan.Notes: Michael J. Fox and Crispin Glover would later star in Back to the Futuretogether. John Putch also previously guest starred in the episode "Summer of '82" as the character Pete. 	Alex's friends Neil (John Putch) and Doug (Crispin Glover) want to take him to West Virginia, where the drinking age is 18, for his birthday, but Elyse is opposed to this plan.Notes: Michael J. Fox and Crispin Glover would later star in Back to the Futuretogether. John Putch also previously guest starred in the episode "Summer of '82" as the character Pete. 	Alex's friends Neil (John Putch) and Doug (Crispin Glover) want to take him to West Virginia, where the drinking age is 18, for his birthday, but Elyse is opposed to this plan.Notes: Michael J. Fox and Crispin Glover would later star in Back to the Futuretogether. John Putch also previously guest starred in the episode "Summer of '82" as the character Pete. 	Alex's friends Neil (John Putch) and Doug (Crispin Glover) want to take him to West Virginia, where the drinking age is 18, for his birthday, but Elyse is opposed to this plan.Notes: Michael J. Fox and Crispin Glover would later star in Back to the Futuretogether. John Putch also previously guest starred in the episode "Summer of '82" as the character Pete. 	Alex's friends Neil (John Putch) and Doug (Crispin Glover) want to take him to West Virginia, where the drinking age is 18, for his birthday, but Elyse is opposed to this plan.Notes: Michael J. Fox and Crispin Glover would later star in Back to the Futuretogether. John Putch also previously guest starred in the episode "Summer of '82" as the character Pete. 	Alex's friends Neil (John Putch) and Doug (Crispin Glover) want to take him to West Virginia, where the drinking age is 18, for his birthday, but Elyse is opposed to this plan.Notes: Michael J. Fox and Crispin Glover would later star in Back to the Futuretogether. John Putch also previously guest starred in the episode "Summer of '82" as the character Pete. 	Alex's friends Neil (John Putch) and Doug (Crispin Glover) want to take him to West Virginia, where the drinking age is 18, for his birthday, but Elyse is opposed to this plan.Notes: Michael J. Fox and Crispin Glover would later star in Back to the Futuretogether. John Putch also previously guest starred in the episode "Summer of '82" as the character Pete.
34 	12 	"Go Tigers" 	Will Mackenzie 	Michael J. Weithorn 	January 12, 1984 	036
Alex travels to Princeton University for a critical, yet coveted, admissions interview. At the same time, Mallory—who has accompanied Alex—learns that her old boyfriend, Jeff, has a new girlfriend and neglected to tell her. Mallory becomes so emotional that she interrupts Alex's interview. Alex is left to decide what is more important: family or college. 	Alex travels to Princeton University for a critical, yet coveted, admissions interview. At the same time, Mallory—who has accompanied Alex—learns that her old boyfriend, Jeff, has a new girlfriend and neglected to tell her. Mallory becomes so emotional that she interrupts Alex's interview. Alex is left to decide what is more important: family or college. 	Alex travels to Princeton University for a critical, yet coveted, admissions interview. At the same time, Mallory—who has accompanied Alex—learns that her old boyfriend, Jeff, has a new girlfriend and neglected to tell her. Mallory becomes so emotional that she interrupts Alex's interview. Alex is left to decide what is more important: family or college. 	Alex travels to Princeton University for a critical, yet coveted, admissions interview. At the same time, Mallory—who has accompanied Alex—learns that her old boyfriend, Jeff, has a new girlfriend and neglected to tell her. Mallory becomes so emotional that she interrupts Alex's interview. Alex is left to decide what is more important: family or college. 	Alex travels to Princeton University for a critical, yet coveted, admissions interview. At the same time, Mallory—who has accompanied Alex—learns that her old boyfriend, Jeff, has a new girlfriend and neglected to tell her. Mallory becomes so emotional that she interrupts Alex's interview. Alex is left to decide what is more important: family or college. 	Alex travels to Princeton University for a critical, yet coveted, admissions interview. At the same time, Mallory—who has accompanied Alex—learns that her old boyfriend, Jeff, has a new girlfriend and neglected to tell her. Mallory becomes so emotional that she interrupts Alex's interview. Alex is left to decide what is more important: family or college. 	Alex travels to Princeton University for a critical, yet coveted, admissions interview. At the same time, Mallory—who has accompanied Alex—learns that her old boyfriend, Jeff, has a new girlfriend and neglected to tell her. Mallory becomes so emotional that she interrupts Alex's interview. Alex is left to decide what is more important: family or college.
35 	13 	""M" is for the Many Things" 	Will Mackenzie 	Lisa A. Bannick 	January 19, 1984 	038
Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world. 	Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world. 	Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world. 	Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world. 	Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world. 	Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world. 	Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world.
36 	14 	"Say Uncle" 	Will Mackenzie 	Ruth Bennett 	January 26, 1984 	039
Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks) returns, hoping to put his life back on track by getting a job at the TV station. But after they learn that Ned blew the job interview by going in drunk, Steven, Elyse, and Alex try to convince him he has an alcohol problem. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks) returns, hoping to put his life back on track by getting a job at the TV station. But after they learn that Ned blew the job interview by going in drunk, Steven, Elyse, and Alex try to convince him he has an alcohol problem. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks) returns, hoping to put his life back on track by getting a job at the TV station. But after they learn that Ned blew the job interview by going in drunk, Steven, Elyse, and Alex try to convince him he has an alcohol problem. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks) returns, hoping to put his life back on track by getting a job at the TV station. But after they learn that Ned blew the job interview by going in drunk, Steven, Elyse, and Alex try to convince him he has an alcohol problem. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks) returns, hoping to put his life back on track by getting a job at the TV station. But after they learn that Ned blew the job interview by going in drunk, Steven, Elyse, and Alex try to convince him he has an alcohol problem. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks) returns, hoping to put his life back on track by getting a job at the TV station. But after they learn that Ned blew the job interview by going in drunk, Steven, Elyse, and Alex try to convince him he has an alcohol problem. 	Elyse's brother Ned (Tom Hanks) returns, hoping to put his life back on track by getting a job at the TV station. But after they learn that Ned blew the job interview by going in drunk, Steven, Elyse, and Alex try to convince him he has an alcohol problem.
37 	15 	"Ladies' Man" 	John Pasquin 	Alan Uger 	February 2, 1984 	040
Alex's attraction to a classmate, Deena Marx (Tracy Nelson) leads him to join the ERA movement, much to his parents' surprise. However, Alex soon learns that it's not a good idea to lie about what he believes in just to impress a girl. 	Alex's attraction to a classmate, Deena Marx (Tracy Nelson) leads him to join the ERA movement, much to his parents' surprise. However, Alex soon learns that it's not a good idea to lie about what he believes in just to impress a girl. 	Alex's attraction to a classmate, Deena Marx (Tracy Nelson) leads him to join the ERA movement, much to his parents' surprise. However, Alex soon learns that it's not a good idea to lie about what he believes in just to impress a girl. 	Alex's attraction to a classmate, Deena Marx (Tracy Nelson) leads him to join the ERA movement, much to his parents' surprise. However, Alex soon learns that it's not a good idea to lie about what he believes in just to impress a girl. 	Alex's attraction to a classmate, Deena Marx (Tracy Nelson) leads him to join the ERA movement, much to his parents' surprise. However, Alex soon learns that it's not a good idea to lie about what he believes in just to impress a girl. 	Alex's attraction to a classmate, Deena Marx (Tracy Nelson) leads him to join the ERA movement, much to his parents' surprise. However, Alex soon learns that it's not a good idea to lie about what he believes in just to impress a girl. 	Alex's attraction to a classmate, Deena Marx (Tracy Nelson) leads him to join the ERA movement, much to his parents' surprise. However, Alex soon learns that it's not a good idea to lie about what he believes in just to impress a girl.
38 	16 	"Ready or Not" 	Lee Shallat 	Ruth Bennett & Michael J. Weithorn 	February 9, 1984 	041
Mallory turns to Alex for advice when her new boyfriend tries pressuring her into having sex. 	Mallory turns to Alex for advice when her new boyfriend tries pressuring her into having sex. 	Mallory turns to Alex for advice when her new boyfriend tries pressuring her into having sex. 	Mallory turns to Alex for advice when her new boyfriend tries pressuring her into having sex. 	Mallory turns to Alex for advice when her new boyfriend tries pressuring her into having sex. 	Mallory turns to Alex for advice when her new boyfriend tries pressuring her into having sex. 	Mallory turns to Alex for advice when her new boyfriend tries pressuring her into having sex.
39 	17 	"Double Date" 	Will Mackenzie 	Douglas Wyman 	February 16, 1984 	044
Alex unwittingly makes two dates, Rachel Miller (Daphne Zuniga) and Jocelyn Clark (Jami Gertz) to the senior prom. He then has to figure a way out of this mess by escorting both girls to the big dance ... without telling the other. 	Alex unwittingly makes two dates, Rachel Miller (Daphne Zuniga) and Jocelyn Clark (Jami Gertz) to the senior prom. He then has to figure a way out of this mess by escorting both girls to the big dance ... without telling the other. 	Alex unwittingly makes two dates, Rachel Miller (Daphne Zuniga) and Jocelyn Clark (Jami Gertz) to the senior prom. He then has to figure a way out of this mess by escorting both girls to the big dance ... without telling the other. 	Alex unwittingly makes two dates, Rachel Miller (Daphne Zuniga) and Jocelyn Clark (Jami Gertz) to the senior prom. He then has to figure a way out of this mess by escorting both girls to the big dance ... without telling the other. 	Alex unwittingly makes two dates, Rachel Miller (Daphne Zuniga) and Jocelyn Clark (Jami Gertz) to the senior prom. He then has to figure a way out of this mess by escorting both girls to the big dance ... without telling the other. 	Alex unwittingly makes two dates, Rachel Miller (Daphne Zuniga) and Jocelyn Clark (Jami Gertz) to the senior prom. He then has to figure a way out of this mess by escorting both girls to the big dance ... without telling the other. 	Alex unwittingly makes two dates, Rachel Miller (Daphne Zuniga) and Jocelyn Clark (Jami Gertz) to the senior prom. He then has to figure a way out of this mess by escorting both girls to the big dance ... without telling the other.
40 	18 	"Lady Sings the Blues" 	Andrew McCullough 	Alan Uger & Michael J. Weithorn 	February 23, 1984 	042
Elyse's emotions run the gamut as she prepares to revive her folk singing career at the local nightclub. 	Elyse's emotions run the gamut as she prepares to revive her folk singing career at the local nightclub. 	Elyse's emotions run the gamut as she prepares to revive her folk singing career at the local nightclub. 	Elyse's emotions run the gamut as she prepares to revive her folk singing career at the local nightclub. 	Elyse's emotions run the gamut as she prepares to revive her folk singing career at the local nightclub. 	Elyse's emotions run the gamut as she prepares to revive her folk singing career at the local nightclub. 	Elyse's emotions run the gamut as she prepares to revive her folk singing career at the local nightclub.
41 	19 	"Baby Boy Doe" 	Will Mackenzie 	Ruth Bennett & Alan Uger 	March 8, 1984 	045
Skippy finds out he is adopted and asks for the Keatons' help to find his birth mother. 	Skippy finds out he is adopted and asks for the Keatons' help to find his birth mother. 	Skippy finds out he is adopted and asks for the Keatons' help to find his birth mother. 	Skippy finds out he is adopted and asks for the Keatons' help to find his birth mother. 	Skippy finds out he is adopted and asks for the Keatons' help to find his birth mother. 	Skippy finds out he is adopted and asks for the Keatons' help to find his birth mother. 	Skippy finds out he is adopted and asks for the Keatons' help to find his birth mother.
42 	20 	"The Graduate" 	Will Mackenzie 	Ruth Bennett & Lloyd Garver 	March 15, 1984 	043
Alex's sexist views are put to the test when he learns that he will be his class' salutatorian ... and that his girlfriend Rachel, will be the valedictorian. 	Alex's sexist views are put to the test when he learns that he will be his class' salutatorian ... and that his girlfriend Rachel, will be the valedictorian. 	Alex's sexist views are put to the test when he learns that he will be his class' salutatorian ... and that his girlfriend Rachel, will be the valedictorian. 	Alex's sexist views are put to the test when he learns that he will be his class' salutatorian ... and that his girlfriend Rachel, will be the valedictorian. 	Alex's sexist views are put to the test when he learns that he will be his class' salutatorian ... and that his girlfriend Rachel, will be the valedictorian. 	Alex's sexist views are put to the test when he learns that he will be his class' salutatorian ... and that his girlfriend Rachel, will be the valedictorian. 	Alex's sexist views are put to the test when he learns that he will be his class' salutatorian ... and that his girlfriend Rachel, will be the valedictorian.
43 	21 	"Diary of a Young Girl" 	Sam Weisman 	Ruth Bennett 	May 3, 1984 	034
Jennifer fears the worst when she goes in for a tonsillectomy. In the first of several flashback episodes, Jennifer recalls past encounters with each of her family members and how they were resolved. 	Jennifer fears the worst when she goes in for a tonsillectomy. In the first of several flashback episodes, Jennifer recalls past encounters with each of her family members and how they were resolved. 	Jennifer fears the worst when she goes in for a tonsillectomy. In the first of several flashback episodes, Jennifer recalls past encounters with each of her family members and how they were resolved. 	Jennifer fears the worst when she goes in for a tonsillectomy. In the first of several flashback episodes, Jennifer recalls past encounters with each of her family members and how they were resolved. 	Jennifer fears the worst when she goes in for a tonsillectomy. In the first of several flashback episodes, Jennifer recalls past encounters with each of her family members and how they were resolved. 	Jennifer fears the worst when she goes in for a tonsillectomy. In the first of several flashback episodes, Jennifer recalls past encounters with each of her family members and how they were resolved. 	Jennifer fears the worst when she goes in for a tonsillectomy. In the first of several flashback episodes, Jennifer recalls past encounters with each of her family members and how they were resolved.
44 	22 	"Working At It" 	Sam Weisman 	Lloyd Garver 	May 10, 1984 	030
Elyse struggles to juggle a new job and home life, which leads to further family problems. 	Elyse struggles to juggle a new job and home life, which leads to further family problems. 	Elyse struggles to juggle a new job and home life, which leads to further family problems. 	Elyse struggles to juggle a new job and home life, which leads to further family problems. 	Elyse struggles to juggle a new job and home life, which leads to further family problems. 	Elyse struggles to juggle a new job and home life, which leads to further family problems. 	Elyse struggles to juggle a new job and home life, which leads to further family problems.
=== Season 3 (1984–85) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	Prod.
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45 	1 	"The Gambler" 	Will Mackenzie 	Alan Uger & Michael J. Weithorn 	September 20, 1984 	046
During an architects' convention in Atlantic City, Elyse succumbs to the lures of gambling. 	During an architects' convention in Atlantic City, Elyse succumbs to the lures of gambling. 	During an architects' convention in Atlantic City, Elyse succumbs to the lures of gambling. 	During an architects' convention in Atlantic City, Elyse succumbs to the lures of gambling. 	During an architects' convention in Atlantic City, Elyse succumbs to the lures of gambling. 	During an architects' convention in Atlantic City, Elyse succumbs to the lures of gambling. 	During an architects' convention in Atlantic City, Elyse succumbs to the lures of gambling.
46 	2 	"Here We Go Again" 	Will Mackenzie 	Ruth Bennett & Alan Uger 	September 27, 1984 	047
Elyse contacts her doctor when she feels ill, and discovers she is pregnant again. The family all feel strongly against it at first, until they realize how good it could be. 	Elyse contacts her doctor when she feels ill, and discovers she is pregnant again. The family all feel strongly against it at first, until they realize how good it could be. 	Elyse contacts her doctor when she feels ill, and discovers she is pregnant again. The family all feel strongly against it at first, until they realize how good it could be. 	Elyse contacts her doctor when she feels ill, and discovers she is pregnant again. The family all feel strongly against it at first, until they realize how good it could be. 	Elyse contacts her doctor when she feels ill, and discovers she is pregnant again. The family all feel strongly against it at first, until they realize how good it could be. 	Elyse contacts her doctor when she feels ill, and discovers she is pregnant again. The family all feel strongly against it at first, until they realize how good it could be. 	Elyse contacts her doctor when she feels ill, and discovers she is pregnant again. The family all feel strongly against it at first, until they realize how good it could be.
47 	3 	"Little Man on Campus" 	John Pasquin 	Michael J. Weithorn 	October 4, 1984 	050
Alex enters college as a freshman and finds out there is more to college than being smart when faced with a difficult professor. 	Alex enters college as a freshman and finds out there is more to college than being smart when faced with a difficult professor. 	Alex enters college as a freshman and finds out there is more to college than being smart when faced with a difficult professor. 	Alex enters college as a freshman and finds out there is more to college than being smart when faced with a difficult professor. 	Alex enters college as a freshman and finds out there is more to college than being smart when faced with a difficult professor. 	Alex enters college as a freshman and finds out there is more to college than being smart when faced with a difficult professor. 	Alex enters college as a freshman and finds out there is more to college than being smart when faced with a difficult professor.
48 	4 	"Love Thy Neighbor" 	Will Mackenzie 	Story by : Rich Reinhart 
Teleplay by : Alan Uger & Michael J. Weithorn 	October 11, 1984 	054
Jennifer looks forward to hanging out with Scott again when he returns to Columbus for a visit, but is disappointed to learn that he is more interested in Mallory than her.Note: This is the first episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Jennifer looks forward to hanging out with Scott again when he returns to Columbus for a visit, but is disappointed to learn that he is more interested in Mallory than her.Note: This is the first episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Jennifer looks forward to hanging out with Scott again when he returns to Columbus for a visit, but is disappointed to learn that he is more interested in Mallory than her.Note: This is the first episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Jennifer looks forward to hanging out with Scott again when he returns to Columbus for a visit, but is disappointed to learn that he is more interested in Mallory than her.Note: This is the first episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Jennifer looks forward to hanging out with Scott again when he returns to Columbus for a visit, but is disappointed to learn that he is more interested in Mallory than her.Note: This is the first episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Jennifer looks forward to hanging out with Scott again when he returns to Columbus for a visit, but is disappointed to learn that he is more interested in Mallory than her.Note: This is the first episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Jennifer looks forward to hanging out with Scott again when he returns to Columbus for a visit, but is disappointed to learn that he is more interested in Mallory than her.Note: This is the first episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.
49 	5 	"Keaton and Son" 	Will Mackenzie 	Lissa Levin 	October 18, 1984 	052
Steven is excited to have Alex working with him and begins planning their future together, but Alex tries to convince his dad that he has other goals.Note: Second episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Steven is excited to have Alex working with him and begins planning their future together, but Alex tries to convince his dad that he has other goals.Note: Second episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Steven is excited to have Alex working with him and begins planning their future together, but Alex tries to convince his dad that he has other goals.Note: Second episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Steven is excited to have Alex working with him and begins planning their future together, but Alex tries to convince his dad that he has other goals.Note: Second episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Steven is excited to have Alex working with him and begins planning their future together, but Alex tries to convince his dad that he has other goals.Note: Second episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Steven is excited to have Alex working with him and begins planning their future together, but Alex tries to convince his dad that he has other goals.Note: Second episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Steven is excited to have Alex working with him and begins planning their future together, but Alex tries to convince his dad that he has other goals.Note: Second episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.
50 	6 	"Fabric Smarts" 	Will Mackenzie 	Lloyd Garver 	October 25, 1984 	048
Mallory is enjoying working at a fashion boutique, but she is so caught up in it her grades begin to slip. 	Mallory is enjoying working at a fashion boutique, but she is so caught up in it her grades begin to slip. 	Mallory is enjoying working at a fashion boutique, but she is so caught up in it her grades begin to slip. 	Mallory is enjoying working at a fashion boutique, but she is so caught up in it her grades begin to slip. 	Mallory is enjoying working at a fashion boutique, but she is so caught up in it her grades begin to slip. 	Mallory is enjoying working at a fashion boutique, but she is so caught up in it her grades begin to slip. 	Mallory is enjoying working at a fashion boutique, but she is so caught up in it her grades begin to slip.
51 	7 	"Hotline Fever" 	John Pasquin 	Marc Lawrence 	November 1, 1984 	055
Alex and an old school rival, James, are teamed to man Leland's suicide hotline. They have to put their differences aside when a young man calls the hotline, threatening to kill himself.Note: Third episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex and an old school rival, James, are teamed to man Leland's suicide hotline. They have to put their differences aside when a young man calls the hotline, threatening to kill himself.Note: Third episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex and an old school rival, James, are teamed to man Leland's suicide hotline. They have to put their differences aside when a young man calls the hotline, threatening to kill himself.Note: Third episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex and an old school rival, James, are teamed to man Leland's suicide hotline. They have to put their differences aside when a young man calls the hotline, threatening to kill himself.Note: Third episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex and an old school rival, James, are teamed to man Leland's suicide hotline. They have to put their differences aside when a young man calls the hotline, threatening to kill himself.Note: Third episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex and an old school rival, James, are teamed to man Leland's suicide hotline. They have to put their differences aside when a young man calls the hotline, threatening to kill himself.Note: Third episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex and an old school rival, James, are teamed to man Leland's suicide hotline. They have to put their differences aside when a young man calls the hotline, threatening to kill himself.Note: Third episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.
52 	8 	"4 Rms Ocn Vu" 	Lee Shallat 	Alan Uger & Lawrence Uger 	November 8, 1984 	057
While Steven and Elyse are away for the weekend, Mallory drives the car into a light-pole. In need of quick cash for repairs, Alex rents out the house to guests for a big University Homecoming Game. The plan works only too well; he and his sisters end up double- and triple-booking every room in the house, earning enough money to fix a dozen cars. But when Steven comes home early, hospitality at "Keaton Manor" comes to a (literally) screeching halt.Note: Fourth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.	While Steven and Elyse are away for the weekend, Mallory drives the car into a light-pole. In need of quick cash for repairs, Alex rents out the house to guests for a big University Homecoming Game. The plan works only too well; he and his sisters end up double- and triple-booking every room in the house, earning enough money to fix a dozen cars. But when Steven comes home early, hospitality at "Keaton Manor" comes to a (literally) screeching halt.Note: Fourth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.	While Steven and Elyse are away for the weekend, Mallory drives the car into a light-pole. In need of quick cash for repairs, Alex rents out the house to guests for a big University Homecoming Game. The plan works only too well; he and his sisters end up double- and triple-booking every room in the house, earning enough money to fix a dozen cars. But when Steven comes home early, hospitality at "Keaton Manor" comes to a (literally) screeching halt.Note: Fourth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.	While Steven and Elyse are away for the weekend, Mallory drives the car into a light-pole. In need of quick cash for repairs, Alex rents out the house to guests for a big University Homecoming Game. The plan works only too well; he and his sisters end up double- and triple-booking every room in the house, earning enough money to fix a dozen cars. But when Steven comes home early, hospitality at "Keaton Manor" comes to a (literally) screeching halt.Note: Fourth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.	While Steven and Elyse are away for the weekend, Mallory drives the car into a light-pole. In need of quick cash for repairs, Alex rents out the house to guests for a big University Homecoming Game. The plan works only too well; he and his sisters end up double- and triple-booking every room in the house, earning enough money to fix a dozen cars. But when Steven comes home early, hospitality at "Keaton Manor" comes to a (literally) screeching halt.Note: Fourth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.	While Steven and Elyse are away for the weekend, Mallory drives the car into a light-pole. In need of quick cash for repairs, Alex rents out the house to guests for a big University Homecoming Game. The plan works only too well; he and his sisters end up double- and triple-booking every room in the house, earning enough money to fix a dozen cars. But when Steven comes home early, hospitality at "Keaton Manor" comes to a (literally) screeching halt.Note: Fourth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.	While Steven and Elyse are away for the weekend, Mallory drives the car into a light-pole. In need of quick cash for repairs, Alex rents out the house to guests for a big University Homecoming Game. The plan works only too well; he and his sisters end up double- and triple-booking every room in the house, earning enough money to fix a dozen cars. But when Steven comes home early, hospitality at "Keaton Manor" comes to a (literally) screeching halt.Note: Fourth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.
53 	9 	"Best Man" 	John Pasquin 	Alan Uger 	November 15, 1984 	051
Alex worries that he's losing his best friend when Doug announces that he intends to marry his girlfriend, and the resulting friction between them threatens to make Alex's fears come true.Note: Lily Mariye guest stars in this episode as Eleanor, to whom Doug wants to wed. 	Alex worries that he's losing his best friend when Doug announces that he intends to marry his girlfriend, and the resulting friction between them threatens to make Alex's fears come true.Note: Lily Mariye guest stars in this episode as Eleanor, to whom Doug wants to wed. 	Alex worries that he's losing his best friend when Doug announces that he intends to marry his girlfriend, and the resulting friction between them threatens to make Alex's fears come true.Note: Lily Mariye guest stars in this episode as Eleanor, to whom Doug wants to wed. 	Alex worries that he's losing his best friend when Doug announces that he intends to marry his girlfriend, and the resulting friction between them threatens to make Alex's fears come true.Note: Lily Mariye guest stars in this episode as Eleanor, to whom Doug wants to wed. 	Alex worries that he's losing his best friend when Doug announces that he intends to marry his girlfriend, and the resulting friction between them threatens to make Alex's fears come true.Note: Lily Mariye guest stars in this episode as Eleanor, to whom Doug wants to wed. 	Alex worries that he's losing his best friend when Doug announces that he intends to marry his girlfriend, and the resulting friction between them threatens to make Alex's fears come true.Note: Lily Mariye guest stars in this episode as Eleanor, to whom Doug wants to wed. 	Alex worries that he's losing his best friend when Doug announces that he intends to marry his girlfriend, and the resulting friction between them threatens to make Alex's fears come true.Note: Lily Mariye guest stars in this episode as Eleanor, to whom Doug wants to wed.
54 	10 	"Lost Weekend" 	Will Mackenzie 	Ruth Bennett & Michael J. Weithorn 	November 22, 1984 	049
Steven and Elyse plan a special last weekend before the baby arrives, but their kids have other ideas. 	Steven and Elyse plan a special last weekend before the baby arrives, but their kids have other ideas. 	Steven and Elyse plan a special last weekend before the baby arrives, but their kids have other ideas. 	Steven and Elyse plan a special last weekend before the baby arrives, but their kids have other ideas. 	Steven and Elyse plan a special last weekend before the baby arrives, but their kids have other ideas. 	Steven and Elyse plan a special last weekend before the baby arrives, but their kids have other ideas. 	Steven and Elyse plan a special last weekend before the baby arrives, but their kids have other ideas.
55 	11 	"Don't Kiss Me, I'm Only the Messenger" 	Will Mackenzie 	Ruth Bennett 	November 29, 1984 	053
Skippy asks for Alex's help to ask a girl out, but the girl ends up falling for Alex instead. 	Skippy asks for Alex's help to ask a girl out, but the girl ends up falling for Alex instead. 	Skippy asks for Alex's help to ask a girl out, but the girl ends up falling for Alex instead. 	Skippy asks for Alex's help to ask a girl out, but the girl ends up falling for Alex instead. 	Skippy asks for Alex's help to ask a girl out, but the girl ends up falling for Alex instead. 	Skippy asks for Alex's help to ask a girl out, but the girl ends up falling for Alex instead. 	Skippy asks for Alex's help to ask a girl out, but the girl ends up falling for Alex instead.
56 	12 	"Help Wanted" 	Will Mackenzie 	Ruth Bennett & Michael J. Weithorn 	December 6, 1984 	056
As Elyse's pregnancy enters its final trimester, Alex hires a housekeeper named Karen Nicholson (Geena Davis) to take care of the housework without consulting Steven. Karen soon proves to be ditzy and incompetent, but that doesn't stop Alex from falling for her.Note: Fifth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	As Elyse's pregnancy enters its final trimester, Alex hires a housekeeper named Karen Nicholson (Geena Davis) to take care of the housework without consulting Steven. Karen soon proves to be ditzy and incompetent, but that doesn't stop Alex from falling for her.Note: Fifth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	As Elyse's pregnancy enters its final trimester, Alex hires a housekeeper named Karen Nicholson (Geena Davis) to take care of the housework without consulting Steven. Karen soon proves to be ditzy and incompetent, but that doesn't stop Alex from falling for her.Note: Fifth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	As Elyse's pregnancy enters its final trimester, Alex hires a housekeeper named Karen Nicholson (Geena Davis) to take care of the housework without consulting Steven. Karen soon proves to be ditzy and incompetent, but that doesn't stop Alex from falling for her.Note: Fifth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	As Elyse's pregnancy enters its final trimester, Alex hires a housekeeper named Karen Nicholson (Geena Davis) to take care of the housework without consulting Steven. Karen soon proves to be ditzy and incompetent, but that doesn't stop Alex from falling for her.Note: Fifth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	As Elyse's pregnancy enters its final trimester, Alex hires a housekeeper named Karen Nicholson (Geena Davis) to take care of the housework without consulting Steven. Karen soon proves to be ditzy and incompetent, but that doesn't stop Alex from falling for her.Note: Fifth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	As Elyse's pregnancy enters its final trimester, Alex hires a housekeeper named Karen Nicholson (Geena Davis) to take care of the housework without consulting Steven. Karen soon proves to be ditzy and incompetent, but that doesn't stop Alex from falling for her.Note: Fifth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.
57 	13 	"Karen II, Alex 0" 	Lee Shallat 	Lloyd Garver & Michael J. Weithorn 	December 13, 1984 	058
Alex, wanting to get into Leland's Alpha Phi Epsilon fraternity, tries to talk Karen into accompanying him to a fraternity event after his date cancels. Karen balks at first, but later decides to go. She has a good time ... until she runs into an old flame.Note: Sixth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex, wanting to get into Leland's Alpha Phi Epsilon fraternity, tries to talk Karen into accompanying him to a fraternity event after his date cancels. Karen balks at first, but later decides to go. She has a good time ... until she runs into an old flame.Note: Sixth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex, wanting to get into Leland's Alpha Phi Epsilon fraternity, tries to talk Karen into accompanying him to a fraternity event after his date cancels. Karen balks at first, but later decides to go. She has a good time ... until she runs into an old flame.Note: Sixth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex, wanting to get into Leland's Alpha Phi Epsilon fraternity, tries to talk Karen into accompanying him to a fraternity event after his date cancels. Karen balks at first, but later decides to go. She has a good time ... until she runs into an old flame.Note: Sixth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex, wanting to get into Leland's Alpha Phi Epsilon fraternity, tries to talk Karen into accompanying him to a fraternity event after his date cancels. Karen balks at first, but later decides to go. She has a good time ... until she runs into an old flame.Note: Sixth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex, wanting to get into Leland's Alpha Phi Epsilon fraternity, tries to talk Karen into accompanying him to a fraternity event after his date cancels. Karen balks at first, but later decides to go. She has a good time ... until she runs into an old flame.Note: Sixth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Alex, wanting to get into Leland's Alpha Phi Epsilon fraternity, tries to talk Karen into accompanying him to a fraternity event after his date cancels. Karen balks at first, but later decides to go. She has a good time ... until she runs into an old flame.Note: Sixth episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.
58 	14 	"Oh Donna" 	Will Mackenzie 	Alan Uger 	January 3, 1985 	060
Alex is a stand-in at a Lamaze class for a pregnant, single, college coeds. Alex's natural over-enthusiasm gets the best of him as he envisions nurturing a relationship with a girl named Donna and her unborn child, and leading it into marriage and a family. It takes Elyse to set him straight ... and even alert him to the possibility that Donna may not want to keep the baby. 	Alex is a stand-in at a Lamaze class for a pregnant, single, college coeds. Alex's natural over-enthusiasm gets the best of him as he envisions nurturing a relationship with a girl named Donna and her unborn child, and leading it into marriage and a family. It takes Elyse to set him straight ... and even alert him to the possibility that Donna may not want to keep the baby. 	Alex is a stand-in at a Lamaze class for a pregnant, single, college coeds. Alex's natural over-enthusiasm gets the best of him as he envisions nurturing a relationship with a girl named Donna and her unborn child, and leading it into marriage and a family. It takes Elyse to set him straight ... and even alert him to the possibility that Donna may not want to keep the baby. 	Alex is a stand-in at a Lamaze class for a pregnant, single, college coeds. Alex's natural over-enthusiasm gets the best of him as he envisions nurturing a relationship with a girl named Donna and her unborn child, and leading it into marriage and a family. It takes Elyse to set him straight ... and even alert him to the possibility that Donna may not want to keep the baby. 	Alex is a stand-in at a Lamaze class for a pregnant, single, college coeds. Alex's natural over-enthusiasm gets the best of him as he envisions nurturing a relationship with a girl named Donna and her unborn child, and leading it into marriage and a family. It takes Elyse to set him straight ... and even alert him to the possibility that Donna may not want to keep the baby. 	Alex is a stand-in at a Lamaze class for a pregnant, single, college coeds. Alex's natural over-enthusiasm gets the best of him as he envisions nurturing a relationship with a girl named Donna and her unborn child, and leading it into marriage and a family. It takes Elyse to set him straight ... and even alert him to the possibility that Donna may not want to keep the baby. 	Alex is a stand-in at a Lamaze class for a pregnant, single, college coeds. Alex's natural over-enthusiasm gets the best of him as he envisions nurturing a relationship with a girl named Donna and her unborn child, and leading it into marriage and a family. It takes Elyse to set him straight ... and even alert him to the possibility that Donna may not want to keep the baby.
59 	15 	"Auntie Up" 	John Pasquin 	Lawrence H. Levy 	January 10, 1985 	059
Mallory's beloved Aunt Trudy (Edith Atwater) suffers a fatal heart attack. Mallory falls into a deep depression, but matters are compounded when the family brushes her off to tend to what they feel are more important matters.Note: Seventh episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Mallory's beloved Aunt Trudy (Edith Atwater) suffers a fatal heart attack. Mallory falls into a deep depression, but matters are compounded when the family brushes her off to tend to what they feel are more important matters.Note: Seventh episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Mallory's beloved Aunt Trudy (Edith Atwater) suffers a fatal heart attack. Mallory falls into a deep depression, but matters are compounded when the family brushes her off to tend to what they feel are more important matters.Note: Seventh episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Mallory's beloved Aunt Trudy (Edith Atwater) suffers a fatal heart attack. Mallory falls into a deep depression, but matters are compounded when the family brushes her off to tend to what they feel are more important matters.Note: Seventh episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Mallory's beloved Aunt Trudy (Edith Atwater) suffers a fatal heart attack. Mallory falls into a deep depression, but matters are compounded when the family brushes her off to tend to what they feel are more important matters.Note: Seventh episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Mallory's beloved Aunt Trudy (Edith Atwater) suffers a fatal heart attack. Mallory falls into a deep depression, but matters are compounded when the family brushes her off to tend to what they feel are more important matters.Note: Seventh episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy. 	Mallory's beloved Aunt Trudy (Edith Atwater) suffers a fatal heart attack. Mallory falls into a deep depression, but matters are compounded when the family brushes her off to tend to what they feel are more important matters.Note: Seventh episode that Meredith Baxter does not appear in due to her pregnancy.
60 	16 	"Philadelphia Story" 	Will Mackenzie 	Michael J. Weithorn 	January 17, 1985 	061
While doing a term paper for history class on colonial times, Alex suffers from writer's block and falls asleep. In a dream, Alex becomes a Philadelphia stable boy who, with his friend Skipford (Marc Price in character as Skippy), experience the events leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Michael Grossdoubles as a Steven Keaton-inspired Thomas Jefferson. 	While doing a term paper for history class on colonial times, Alex suffers from writer's block and falls asleep. In a dream, Alex becomes a Philadelphia stable boy who, with his friend Skipford (Marc Price in character as Skippy), experience the events leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Michael Grossdoubles as a Steven Keaton-inspired Thomas Jefferson. 	While doing a term paper for history class on colonial times, Alex suffers from writer's block and falls asleep. In a dream, Alex becomes a Philadelphia stable boy who, with his friend Skipford (Marc Price in character as Skippy), experience the events leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Michael Grossdoubles as a Steven Keaton-inspired Thomas Jefferson. 	While doing a term paper for history class on colonial times, Alex suffers from writer's block and falls asleep. In a dream, Alex becomes a Philadelphia stable boy who, with his friend Skipford (Marc Price in character as Skippy), experience the events leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Michael Grossdoubles as a Steven Keaton-inspired Thomas Jefferson. 	While doing a term paper for history class on colonial times, Alex suffers from writer's block and falls asleep. In a dream, Alex becomes a Philadelphia stable boy who, with his friend Skipford (Marc Price in character as Skippy), experience the events leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Michael Grossdoubles as a Steven Keaton-inspired Thomas Jefferson. 	While doing a term paper for history class on colonial times, Alex suffers from writer's block and falls asleep. In a dream, Alex becomes a Philadelphia stable boy who, with his friend Skipford (Marc Price in character as Skippy), experience the events leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Michael Grossdoubles as a Steven Keaton-inspired Thomas Jefferson. 	While doing a term paper for history class on colonial times, Alex suffers from writer's block and falls asleep. In a dream, Alex becomes a Philadelphia stable boy who, with his friend Skipford (Marc Price in character as Skippy), experience the events leading to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Michael Grossdoubles as a Steven Keaton-inspired Thomas Jefferson.
61 	17 	"Birth of a Keaton, Part 1" 	Will Mackenzie 	Lloyd Garver 	January 24, 1985 	062
It's Pledge Week at Steven's TV station. But after Steven is called home to deal with the plumbing, Elyse performs on-air...and then goes into labor. 	It's Pledge Week at Steven's TV station. But after Steven is called home to deal with the plumbing, Elyse performs on-air...and then goes into labor. 	It's Pledge Week at Steven's TV station. But after Steven is called home to deal with the plumbing, Elyse performs on-air...and then goes into labor. 	It's Pledge Week at Steven's TV station. But after Steven is called home to deal with the plumbing, Elyse performs on-air...and then goes into labor. 	It's Pledge Week at Steven's TV station. But after Steven is called home to deal with the plumbing, Elyse performs on-air...and then goes into labor. 	It's Pledge Week at Steven's TV station. But after Steven is called home to deal with the plumbing, Elyse performs on-air...and then goes into labor. 	It's Pledge Week at Steven's TV station. But after Steven is called home to deal with the plumbing, Elyse performs on-air...and then goes into labor.
62 	18 	"Birth of a Keaton, Part 2" 	Will Mackenzie 	Alan Uger & Marc Lawrence 	January 31, 1985 	063
With Steven, Skippy, and the plumber stuck in the massive snowstorm, Elyse remains at the TV station in the final stages of labor. 	With Steven, Skippy, and the plumber stuck in the massive snowstorm, Elyse remains at the TV station in the final stages of labor. 	With Steven, Skippy, and the plumber stuck in the massive snowstorm, Elyse remains at the TV station in the final stages of labor. 	With Steven, Skippy, and the plumber stuck in the massive snowstorm, Elyse remains at the TV station in the final stages of labor. 	With Steven, Skippy, and the plumber stuck in the massive snowstorm, Elyse remains at the TV station in the final stages of labor. 	With Steven, Skippy, and the plumber stuck in the massive snowstorm, Elyse remains at the TV station in the final stages of labor. 	With Steven, Skippy, and the plumber stuck in the massive snowstorm, Elyse remains at the TV station in the final stages of labor.
63 	19 	"Cry Baby" 	Sam Weisman 	Bruce David & Bruce Helford 	February 7, 1985 	064
Newborn Andrew's arrival has been hard on the Keatons, with everyone going without sleep. Jennifer has taken the bundle of joy the hardest, eventually screaming that she hates Andrew and wishes he had never been born. Now the family have to decide how they can properly balance their time with Andrew and not alienate Jennifer. Finally realizing that she had done wrong, Jennifer apologises and ends up starting to get used to living with Andrew. 	Newborn Andrew's arrival has been hard on the Keatons, with everyone going without sleep. Jennifer has taken the bundle of joy the hardest, eventually screaming that she hates Andrew and wishes he had never been born. Now the family have to decide how they can properly balance their time with Andrew and not alienate Jennifer. Finally realizing that she had done wrong, Jennifer apologises and ends up starting to get used to living with Andrew. 	Newborn Andrew's arrival has been hard on the Keatons, with everyone going without sleep. Jennifer has taken the bundle of joy the hardest, eventually screaming that she hates Andrew and wishes he had never been born. Now the family have to decide how they can properly balance their time with Andrew and not alienate Jennifer. Finally realizing that she had done wrong, Jennifer apologises and ends up starting to get used to living with Andrew. 	Newborn Andrew's arrival has been hard on the Keatons, with everyone going without sleep. Jennifer has taken the bundle of joy the hardest, eventually screaming that she hates Andrew and wishes he had never been born. Now the family have to decide how they can properly balance their time with Andrew and not alienate Jennifer. Finally realizing that she had done wrong, Jennifer apologises and ends up starting to get used to living with Andrew. 	Newborn Andrew's arrival has been hard on the Keatons, with everyone going without sleep. Jennifer has taken the bundle of joy the hardest, eventually screaming that she hates Andrew and wishes he had never been born. Now the family have to decide how they can properly balance their time with Andrew and not alienate Jennifer. Finally realizing that she had done wrong, Jennifer apologises and ends up starting to get used to living with Andrew. 	Newborn Andrew's arrival has been hard on the Keatons, with everyone going without sleep. Jennifer has taken the bundle of joy the hardest, eventually screaming that she hates Andrew and wishes he had never been born. Now the family have to decide how they can properly balance their time with Andrew and not alienate Jennifer. Finally realizing that she had done wrong, Jennifer apologises and ends up starting to get used to living with Andrew. 	Newborn Andrew's arrival has been hard on the Keatons, with everyone going without sleep. Jennifer has taken the bundle of joy the hardest, eventually screaming that she hates Andrew and wishes he had never been born. Now the family have to decide how they can properly balance their time with Andrew and not alienate Jennifer. Finally realizing that she had done wrong, Jennifer apologises and ends up starting to get used to living with Andrew.
64 	20 	"Don't Know Much About History..." 	Sam Weisman 	Marc Lawrence & Michael J. Weithorn 	February 14, 1985 	065
Rival tutors Alex and James both fall for an attractive coed they are tutoring. Their ill will toward one another explodes at a poetry reading, and they continue to verbally spar. 	Rival tutors Alex and James both fall for an attractive coed they are tutoring. Their ill will toward one another explodes at a poetry reading, and they continue to verbally spar. 	Rival tutors Alex and James both fall for an attractive coed they are tutoring. Their ill will toward one another explodes at a poetry reading, and they continue to verbally spar. 	Rival tutors Alex and James both fall for an attractive coed they are tutoring. Their ill will toward one another explodes at a poetry reading, and they continue to verbally spar. 	Rival tutors Alex and James both fall for an attractive coed they are tutoring. Their ill will toward one another explodes at a poetry reading, and they continue to verbally spar. 	Rival tutors Alex and James both fall for an attractive coed they are tutoring. Their ill will toward one another explodes at a poetry reading, and they continue to verbally spar. 	Rival tutors Alex and James both fall for an attractive coed they are tutoring. Their ill will toward one another explodes at a poetry reading, and they continue to verbally spar.
65 	21 	"Bringing Up Baby" 	Andrew McCullough 	Rich Reinhart 	February 21, 1985 	067
With two careers, three bickering children and one demanding baby, Steven and Elyse can't seem to find any time for each other. But when they do finally take the time for a quiet evening alone, they find that they actually miss all of the chaos. 	With two careers, three bickering children and one demanding baby, Steven and Elyse can't seem to find any time for each other. But when they do finally take the time for a quiet evening alone, they find that they actually miss all of the chaos. 	With two careers, three bickering children and one demanding baby, Steven and Elyse can't seem to find any time for each other. But when they do finally take the time for a quiet evening alone, they find that they actually miss all of the chaos. 	With two careers, three bickering children and one demanding baby, Steven and Elyse can't seem to find any time for each other. But when they do finally take the time for a quiet evening alone, they find that they actually miss all of the chaos. 	With two careers, three bickering children and one demanding baby, Steven and Elyse can't seem to find any time for each other. But when they do finally take the time for a quiet evening alone, they find that they actually miss all of the chaos. 	With two careers, three bickering children and one demanding baby, Steven and Elyse can't seem to find any time for each other. But when they do finally take the time for a quiet evening alone, they find that they actually miss all of the chaos. 	With two careers, three bickering children and one demanding baby, Steven and Elyse can't seem to find any time for each other. But when they do finally take the time for a quiet evening alone, they find that they actually miss all of the chaos.
66 	22 	"Cold Storage" 	Lee Shallat 	Marc Lawrence 	March 7, 1985 	066
Skippy accidentally locks himself in the basement with Mallory while the rest of the Keatons are away. The two clash at first over Skippy's unrequited feelings for Mallory, but she realizes that, despite his quirks, he has been a good friend to her. 	Skippy accidentally locks himself in the basement with Mallory while the rest of the Keatons are away. The two clash at first over Skippy's unrequited feelings for Mallory, but she realizes that, despite his quirks, he has been a good friend to her. 	Skippy accidentally locks himself in the basement with Mallory while the rest of the Keatons are away. The two clash at first over Skippy's unrequited feelings for Mallory, but she realizes that, despite his quirks, he has been a good friend to her. 	Skippy accidentally locks himself in the basement with Mallory while the rest of the Keatons are away. The two clash at first over Skippy's unrequited feelings for Mallory, but she realizes that, despite his quirks, he has been a good friend to her. 	Skippy accidentally locks himself in the basement with Mallory while the rest of the Keatons are away. The two clash at first over Skippy's unrequited feelings for Mallory, but she realizes that, despite his quirks, he has been a good friend to her. 	Skippy accidentally locks himself in the basement with Mallory while the rest of the Keatons are away. The two clash at first over Skippy's unrequited feelings for Mallory, but she realizes that, despite his quirks, he has been a good friend to her. 	Skippy accidentally locks himself in the basement with Mallory while the rest of the Keatons are away. The two clash at first over Skippy's unrequited feelings for Mallory, but she realizes that, despite his quirks, he has been a good friend to her.
67 	23 	"Remembrances of Things Past, Part 1" 	Sam Weisman 	Gary David Goldberg & Alan Uger 	March 28, 1985 	068
The Keatons visit Grandma, who has put her house up for sale now that Grandpa has died. But Steven's unresolved issues with his father continue to haunt him. 	The Keatons visit Grandma, who has put her house up for sale now that Grandpa has died. But Steven's unresolved issues with his father continue to haunt him. 	The Keatons visit Grandma, who has put her house up for sale now that Grandpa has died. But Steven's unresolved issues with his father continue to haunt him. 	The Keatons visit Grandma, who has put her house up for sale now that Grandpa has died. But Steven's unresolved issues with his father continue to haunt him. 	The Keatons visit Grandma, who has put her house up for sale now that Grandpa has died. But Steven's unresolved issues with his father continue to haunt him. 	The Keatons visit Grandma, who has put her house up for sale now that Grandpa has died. But Steven's unresolved issues with his father continue to haunt him. 	The Keatons visit Grandma, who has put her house up for sale now that Grandpa has died. But Steven's unresolved issues with his father continue to haunt him.
68 	24 	"Remembrances of Things Past, Part 2" 	Sam Weisman 	Gary David Goldberg & Alan Uger 	March 28, 1985 	069
Steven and his brother disagree about whether to accept the offer on their mother's house. Meanwhile, Steven visits his father's grave in order to make peace. 	Steven and his brother disagree about whether to accept the offer on their mother's house. Meanwhile, Steven visits his father's grave in order to make peace. 	Steven and his brother disagree about whether to accept the offer on their mother's house. Meanwhile, Steven visits his father's grave in order to make peace. 	Steven and his brother disagree about whether to accept the offer on their mother's house. Meanwhile, Steven visits his father's grave in order to make peace. 	Steven and his brother disagree about whether to accept the offer on their mother's house. Meanwhile, Steven visits his father's grave in order to make peace. 	Steven and his brother disagree about whether to accept the offer on their mother's house. Meanwhile, Steven visits his father's grave in order to make peace. 	Steven and his brother disagree about whether to accept the offer on their mother's house. Meanwhile, Steven visits his father's grave in order to make peace.
=== Film (1985) ===
The television film Family Ties Vacation aired two nights before the start of season four. The movie was later split into four individual episodes when the series entered syndication.
Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	
Family Ties Vacation 	Will Mackenzie 	Gary David Goldberg & Michael J. Weithorn & Alan Uger & Marc Lawrence 	September 23, 1985 	
The Keatons take a vacation to England where Alex takes classes at Oxford University, having won a summer scholarship. While Alex struggles with fitting in and Mallory falls for his dormatory roommate William Clive-Hopkins (John Moulder-Brown), the family gets mixed up in international intrigue.	The Keatons take a vacation to England where Alex takes classes at Oxford University, having won a summer scholarship. While Alex struggles with fitting in and Mallory falls for his dormatory roommate William Clive-Hopkins (John Moulder-Brown), the family gets mixed up in international intrigue.	The Keatons take a vacation to England where Alex takes classes at Oxford University, having won a summer scholarship. While Alex struggles with fitting in and Mallory falls for his dormatory roommate William Clive-Hopkins (John Moulder-Brown), the family gets mixed up in international intrigue.	The Keatons take a vacation to England where Alex takes classes at Oxford University, having won a summer scholarship. While Alex struggles with fitting in and Mallory falls for his dormatory roommate William Clive-Hopkins (John Moulder-Brown), the family gets mixed up in international intrigue.	The Keatons take a vacation to England where Alex takes classes at Oxford University, having won a summer scholarship. While Alex struggles with fitting in and Mallory falls for his dormatory roommate William Clive-Hopkins (John Moulder-Brown), the family gets mixed up in international intrigue.
=== Season 4 (1985–86) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	Prod.
code
69 	1 	"The Real Thing, Part 1" 	Will Mackenzie 	Michael J. Weithorn 	September 26, 1985 	074
College Sophomore Alex dates a cute freshman he spotted in the school catalogue, but ends up falling for her roommate, Ellen, instead.
In 2009, TV Guide ranked this episode #76 on its list of the 100 Greatest Episodes.[5] 	College Sophomore Alex dates a cute freshman he spotted in the school catalogue, but ends up falling for her roommate, Ellen, instead.
In 2009, TV Guide ranked this episode #76 on its list of the 100 Greatest Episodes.[5] 	College Sophomore Alex dates a cute freshman he spotted in the school catalogue, but ends up falling for her roommate, Ellen, instead.
In 2009, TV Guide ranked this episode #76 on its list of the 100 Greatest Episodes.[5] 	College Sophomore Alex dates a cute freshman he spotted in the school catalogue, but ends up falling for her roommate, Ellen, instead.
In 2009, TV Guide ranked this episode #76 on its list of the 100 Greatest Episodes.[5] 	College Sophomore Alex dates a cute freshman he spotted in the school catalogue, but ends up falling for her roommate, Ellen, instead.
In 2009, TV Guide ranked this episode #76 on its list of the 100 Greatest Episodes.[5] 	College Sophomore Alex dates a cute freshman he spotted in the school catalogue, but ends up falling for her roommate, Ellen, instead.
In 2009, TV Guide ranked this episode #76 on its list of the 100 Greatest Episodes.[5] 	College Sophomore Alex dates a cute freshman he spotted in the school catalogue, but ends up falling for her roommate, Ellen, instead.
In 2009, TV Guide ranked this episode #76 on its list of the 100 Greatest Episodes.[5]
70 	2 	"The Real Thing, Part 2" 	Will Mackenzie 	Michael J. Weithorn 	October 3, 1985 	075
With encouragement from Elyse, Alex travels to Pennsylvania to tell Ellen how he feels, even though she has gone there to elope with her boyfriend. 	With encouragement from Elyse, Alex travels to Pennsylvania to tell Ellen how he feels, even though she has gone there to elope with her boyfriend. 	With encouragement from Elyse, Alex travels to Pennsylvania to tell Ellen how he feels, even though she has gone there to elope with her boyfriend. 	With encouragement from Elyse, Alex travels to Pennsylvania to tell Ellen how he feels, even though she has gone there to elope with her boyfriend. 	With encouragement from Elyse, Alex travels to Pennsylvania to tell Ellen how he feels, even though she has gone there to elope with her boyfriend. 	With encouragement from Elyse, Alex travels to Pennsylvania to tell Ellen how he feels, even though she has gone there to elope with her boyfriend. 	With encouragement from Elyse, Alex travels to Pennsylvania to tell Ellen how he feels, even though she has gone there to elope with her boyfriend.
71 	3 	"Mr. Wrong" 	Will Mackenzie 	Alan Uger 	October 17, 1985 	073
Mallory brings home her new boyfriend, Nick Moore (Scott Valentine), who looks to be exactly the type of guy Steven and Elyse hoped their daughter wouldn't get involved with. 	Mallory brings home her new boyfriend, Nick Moore (Scott Valentine), who looks to be exactly the type of guy Steven and Elyse hoped their daughter wouldn't get involved with. 	Mallory brings home her new boyfriend, Nick Moore (Scott Valentine), who looks to be exactly the type of guy Steven and Elyse hoped their daughter wouldn't get involved with. 	Mallory brings home her new boyfriend, Nick Moore (Scott Valentine), who looks to be exactly the type of guy Steven and Elyse hoped their daughter wouldn't get involved with. 	Mallory brings home her new boyfriend, Nick Moore (Scott Valentine), who looks to be exactly the type of guy Steven and Elyse hoped their daughter wouldn't get involved with. 	Mallory brings home her new boyfriend, Nick Moore (Scott Valentine), who looks to be exactly the type of guy Steven and Elyse hoped their daughter wouldn't get involved with. 	Mallory brings home her new boyfriend, Nick Moore (Scott Valentine), who looks to be exactly the type of guy Steven and Elyse hoped their daughter wouldn't get involved with.
72 	4 	"Designated Hitter" 	John Pasquin 	Stephen J. Curwick 	October 24, 1985 	070
Jennifer defends her boyfriend from the attacks of a bully (Danny Nucci) with complications. In the subplot, Alex is devastated when Mallory scores higher than he does on an IQ test. 	Jennifer defends her boyfriend from the attacks of a bully (Danny Nucci) with complications. In the subplot, Alex is devastated when Mallory scores higher than he does on an IQ test. 	Jennifer defends her boyfriend from the attacks of a bully (Danny Nucci) with complications. In the subplot, Alex is devastated when Mallory scores higher than he does on an IQ test. 	Jennifer defends her boyfriend from the attacks of a bully (Danny Nucci) with complications. In the subplot, Alex is devastated when Mallory scores higher than he does on an IQ test. 	Jennifer defends her boyfriend from the attacks of a bully (Danny Nucci) with complications. In the subplot, Alex is devastated when Mallory scores higher than he does on an IQ test. 	Jennifer defends her boyfriend from the attacks of a bully (Danny Nucci) with complications. In the subplot, Alex is devastated when Mallory scores higher than he does on an IQ test. 	Jennifer defends her boyfriend from the attacks of a bully (Danny Nucci) with complications. In the subplot, Alex is devastated when Mallory scores higher than he does on an IQ test.
73 	5 	"Don't Go Changin'" 	Asaad Kelada 	Marc Lawrence 	October 31, 1985 	079
Alex changes his personality to impress Ellen's artsy friends. As a subplot, Steven balks at having to go to Elyse's book club meetings during football games. 	Alex changes his personality to impress Ellen's artsy friends. As a subplot, Steven balks at having to go to Elyse's book club meetings during football games. 	Alex changes his personality to impress Ellen's artsy friends. As a subplot, Steven balks at having to go to Elyse's book club meetings during football games. 	Alex changes his personality to impress Ellen's artsy friends. As a subplot, Steven balks at having to go to Elyse's book club meetings during football games. 	Alex changes his personality to impress Ellen's artsy friends. As a subplot, Steven balks at having to go to Elyse's book club meetings during football games. 	Alex changes his personality to impress Ellen's artsy friends. As a subplot, Steven balks at having to go to Elyse's book club meetings during football games. 	Alex changes his personality to impress Ellen's artsy friends. As a subplot, Steven balks at having to go to Elyse's book club meetings during football games.
74 	6 	"The Old College Try" 	Barbara Schultz 	Ruth Bennett 	November 7, 1985 	076
Mallory upsets Elyse when she announces that she is not going to college. 	Mallory upsets Elyse when she announces that she is not going to college. 	Mallory upsets Elyse when she announces that she is not going to college. 	Mallory upsets Elyse when she announces that she is not going to college. 	Mallory upsets Elyse when she announces that she is not going to college. 	Mallory upsets Elyse when she announces that she is not going to college. 	Mallory upsets Elyse when she announces that she is not going to college.
75 	7 	"My Tutor" 	Sam Weisman 	Jace Richdale 	November 14, 1985 	080
To help him with math, Alex hires a tutor who he later learns is a fourteen-year-old named Eugene (River Phoenix). Eugene then falls for the younger Jennifer. However, he soon realizes it's a mistake when Jennifer acts her age and embarrasses him at a party. The subplot has Steven working tirelessly on the family budget.	To help him with math, Alex hires a tutor who he later learns is a fourteen-year-old named Eugene (River Phoenix). Eugene then falls for the younger Jennifer. However, he soon realizes it's a mistake when Jennifer acts her age and embarrasses him at a party. The subplot has Steven working tirelessly on the family budget.	To help him with math, Alex hires a tutor who he later learns is a fourteen-year-old named Eugene (River Phoenix). Eugene then falls for the younger Jennifer. However, he soon realizes it's a mistake when Jennifer acts her age and embarrasses him at a party. The subplot has Steven working tirelessly on the family budget.	To help him with math, Alex hires a tutor who he later learns is a fourteen-year-old named Eugene (River Phoenix). Eugene then falls for the younger Jennifer. However, he soon realizes it's a mistake when Jennifer acts her age and embarrasses him at a party. The subplot has Steven working tirelessly on the family budget.	To help him with math, Alex hires a tutor who he later learns is a fourteen-year-old named Eugene (River Phoenix). Eugene then falls for the younger Jennifer. However, he soon realizes it's a mistake when Jennifer acts her age and embarrasses him at a party. The subplot has Steven working tirelessly on the family budget.	To help him with math, Alex hires a tutor who he later learns is a fourteen-year-old named Eugene (River Phoenix). Eugene then falls for the younger Jennifer. However, he soon realizes it's a mistake when Jennifer acts her age and embarrasses him at a party. The subplot has Steven working tirelessly on the family budget.	To help him with math, Alex hires a tutor who he later learns is a fourteen-year-old named Eugene (River Phoenix). Eugene then falls for the younger Jennifer. However, he soon realizes it's a mistake when Jennifer acts her age and embarrasses him at a party. The subplot has Steven working tirelessly on the family budget.
76 	8 	"Mr. Right" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	November 21, 1985 	081
Nick decides that he wants to impress Steven and Elyse and enlists the help of Alex, who turns Nick into a clone of himself. 	Nick decides that he wants to impress Steven and Elyse and enlists the help of Alex, who turns Nick into a clone of himself. 	Nick decides that he wants to impress Steven and Elyse and enlists the help of Alex, who turns Nick into a clone of himself. 	Nick decides that he wants to impress Steven and Elyse and enlists the help of Alex, who turns Nick into a clone of himself. 	Nick decides that he wants to impress Steven and Elyse and enlists the help of Alex, who turns Nick into a clone of himself. 	Nick decides that he wants to impress Steven and Elyse and enlists the help of Alex, who turns Nick into a clone of himself. 	Nick decides that he wants to impress Steven and Elyse and enlists the help of Alex, who turns Nick into a clone of himself.
77 	9 	"Just One Look" 	Andrew McCullough 	Story by : Paul Wolff 
Teleplay by : Gary David Goldberg& Michael J. Weithorn 	December 5, 1985 	082
Steven's old college buddy Richard Schofield (Robert Desiderio) comes to town. Steven then learns that Elyse and Richard were previously in a relationship, which sends him into a jealous rage. 	Steven's old college buddy Richard Schofield (Robert Desiderio) comes to town. Steven then learns that Elyse and Richard were previously in a relationship, which sends him into a jealous rage. 	Steven's old college buddy Richard Schofield (Robert Desiderio) comes to town. Steven then learns that Elyse and Richard were previously in a relationship, which sends him into a jealous rage. 	Steven's old college buddy Richard Schofield (Robert Desiderio) comes to town. Steven then learns that Elyse and Richard were previously in a relationship, which sends him into a jealous rage. 	Steven's old college buddy Richard Schofield (Robert Desiderio) comes to town. Steven then learns that Elyse and Richard were previously in a relationship, which sends him into a jealous rage. 	Steven's old college buddy Richard Schofield (Robert Desiderio) comes to town. Steven then learns that Elyse and Richard were previously in a relationship, which sends him into a jealous rage. 	Steven's old college buddy Richard Schofield (Robert Desiderio) comes to town. Steven then learns that Elyse and Richard were previously in a relationship, which sends him into a jealous rage.
78 	10 	"How Do You Sleep?" 	John Pasquin 	Marc Lawrence 	December 12, 1985 	083
Alex has trouble sleeping, and his problems affect the whole family, much to their displeasure. 	Alex has trouble sleeping, and his problems affect the whole family, much to their displeasure. 	Alex has trouble sleeping, and his problems affect the whole family, much to their displeasure. 	Alex has trouble sleeping, and his problems affect the whole family, much to their displeasure. 	Alex has trouble sleeping, and his problems affect the whole family, much to their displeasure. 	Alex has trouble sleeping, and his problems affect the whole family, much to their displeasure. 	Alex has trouble sleeping, and his problems affect the whole family, much to their displeasure.
79 	11 	"You've Got a Friend" 	John Pasquin 	Ruth Bennett 	December 19, 1985 	085
Alex and Mallory catch a young girl, Jessie (Martha Plimpton), stealing from the store where Mallory works, Mallory turns her in and then later decides to help the girl and befriend her. However, Jessie may not be ready to accept Mallory's offer. 	Alex and Mallory catch a young girl, Jessie (Martha Plimpton), stealing from the store where Mallory works, Mallory turns her in and then later decides to help the girl and befriend her. However, Jessie may not be ready to accept Mallory's offer. 	Alex and Mallory catch a young girl, Jessie (Martha Plimpton), stealing from the store where Mallory works, Mallory turns her in and then later decides to help the girl and befriend her. However, Jessie may not be ready to accept Mallory's offer. 	Alex and Mallory catch a young girl, Jessie (Martha Plimpton), stealing from the store where Mallory works, Mallory turns her in and then later decides to help the girl and befriend her. However, Jessie may not be ready to accept Mallory's offer. 	Alex and Mallory catch a young girl, Jessie (Martha Plimpton), stealing from the store where Mallory works, Mallory turns her in and then later decides to help the girl and befriend her. However, Jessie may not be ready to accept Mallory's offer. 	Alex and Mallory catch a young girl, Jessie (Martha Plimpton), stealing from the store where Mallory works, Mallory turns her in and then later decides to help the girl and befriend her. However, Jessie may not be ready to accept Mallory's offer. 	Alex and Mallory catch a young girl, Jessie (Martha Plimpton), stealing from the store where Mallory works, Mallory turns her in and then later decides to help the girl and befriend her. However, Jessie may not be ready to accept Mallory's offer.
80 	12 	"Nothing But a Man" 	Will Mackenzie 	Story by : Jurgen M. Wolf 
Teleplay by : Jean Kraynak Brinck 	January 2, 1986 	086
Steven gets a long awaited promotion at the TV station, but his long work hours cause him to miss dinners (and just about everything else) with the family, even private time with Elyse. Meanwhile, Alex is dismayed when the only toy Andy will play with is a doll Ellen gave him. 	Steven gets a long awaited promotion at the TV station, but his long work hours cause him to miss dinners (and just about everything else) with the family, even private time with Elyse. Meanwhile, Alex is dismayed when the only toy Andy will play with is a doll Ellen gave him. 	Steven gets a long awaited promotion at the TV station, but his long work hours cause him to miss dinners (and just about everything else) with the family, even private time with Elyse. Meanwhile, Alex is dismayed when the only toy Andy will play with is a doll Ellen gave him. 	Steven gets a long awaited promotion at the TV station, but his long work hours cause him to miss dinners (and just about everything else) with the family, even private time with Elyse. Meanwhile, Alex is dismayed when the only toy Andy will play with is a doll Ellen gave him. 	Steven gets a long awaited promotion at the TV station, but his long work hours cause him to miss dinners (and just about everything else) with the family, even private time with Elyse. Meanwhile, Alex is dismayed when the only toy Andy will play with is a doll Ellen gave him. 	Steven gets a long awaited promotion at the TV station, but his long work hours cause him to miss dinners (and just about everything else) with the family, even private time with Elyse. Meanwhile, Alex is dismayed when the only toy Andy will play with is a doll Ellen gave him. 	Steven gets a long awaited promotion at the TV station, but his long work hours cause him to miss dinners (and just about everything else) with the family, even private time with Elyse. Meanwhile, Alex is dismayed when the only toy Andy will play with is a doll Ellen gave him.
81 	13 	"The Disciple" 	Will Mackenzie 	Rich Reinhart 	January 9, 1986 	089
Alex helps Jennifer with her speech project, but Alex's intellect takes over the whole assignment, so that Jennifer's school is very impressed with the finished project but Jennifer does not understand a word of it herself. 	Alex helps Jennifer with her speech project, but Alex's intellect takes over the whole assignment, so that Jennifer's school is very impressed with the finished project but Jennifer does not understand a word of it herself. 	Alex helps Jennifer with her speech project, but Alex's intellect takes over the whole assignment, so that Jennifer's school is very impressed with the finished project but Jennifer does not understand a word of it herself. 	Alex helps Jennifer with her speech project, but Alex's intellect takes over the whole assignment, so that Jennifer's school is very impressed with the finished project but Jennifer does not understand a word of it herself. 	Alex helps Jennifer with her speech project, but Alex's intellect takes over the whole assignment, so that Jennifer's school is very impressed with the finished project but Jennifer does not understand a word of it herself. 	Alex helps Jennifer with her speech project, but Alex's intellect takes over the whole assignment, so that Jennifer's school is very impressed with the finished project but Jennifer does not understand a word of it herself. 	Alex helps Jennifer with her speech project, but Alex's intellect takes over the whole assignment, so that Jennifer's school is very impressed with the finished project but Jennifer does not understand a word of it herself.
82 	14 	"Where's Poppa" 	Will Mackenzie 	Susan Borowitz& Marc Lawrence 	January 16, 1986 	090
Alex sets up a reunion with Ellen and her father, Franklin (Ronny Cox), who was absent for most of Ellen's childhood. 	Alex sets up a reunion with Ellen and her father, Franklin (Ronny Cox), who was absent for most of Ellen's childhood. 	Alex sets up a reunion with Ellen and her father, Franklin (Ronny Cox), who was absent for most of Ellen's childhood. 	Alex sets up a reunion with Ellen and her father, Franklin (Ronny Cox), who was absent for most of Ellen's childhood. 	Alex sets up a reunion with Ellen and her father, Franklin (Ronny Cox), who was absent for most of Ellen's childhood. 	Alex sets up a reunion with Ellen and her father, Franklin (Ronny Cox), who was absent for most of Ellen's childhood. 	Alex sets up a reunion with Ellen and her father, Franklin (Ronny Cox), who was absent for most of Ellen's childhood.
83 	15 	"Fool for Love" 	Lee Shallat 	Marc Lawrence 	January 23, 1986 	091
Skippy refuses to let go of feelings for Mallory, despite her dating Nick. 	Skippy refuses to let go of feelings for Mallory, despite her dating Nick. 	Skippy refuses to let go of feelings for Mallory, despite her dating Nick. 	Skippy refuses to let go of feelings for Mallory, despite her dating Nick. 	Skippy refuses to let go of feelings for Mallory, despite her dating Nick. 	Skippy refuses to let go of feelings for Mallory, despite her dating Nick. 	Skippy refuses to let go of feelings for Mallory, despite her dating Nick.
84 	16 	"Checkmate" 	Sam Weisman 	Michael J. Weithorn 	January 30, 1986 	092
Alex competes in the Chess match finals against Russia's top player, Ivan Rozmirovich (Albert Macklin). However, things start to go awry when Alex figures out that his opponent is attempting to throw the match. 	Alex competes in the Chess match finals against Russia's top player, Ivan Rozmirovich (Albert Macklin). However, things start to go awry when Alex figures out that his opponent is attempting to throw the match. 	Alex competes in the Chess match finals against Russia's top player, Ivan Rozmirovich (Albert Macklin). However, things start to go awry when Alex figures out that his opponent is attempting to throw the match. 	Alex competes in the Chess match finals against Russia's top player, Ivan Rozmirovich (Albert Macklin). However, things start to go awry when Alex figures out that his opponent is attempting to throw the match. 	Alex competes in the Chess match finals against Russia's top player, Ivan Rozmirovich (Albert Macklin). However, things start to go awry when Alex figures out that his opponent is attempting to throw the match. 	Alex competes in the Chess match finals against Russia's top player, Ivan Rozmirovich (Albert Macklin). However, things start to go awry when Alex figures out that his opponent is attempting to throw the match. 	Alex competes in the Chess match finals against Russia's top player, Ivan Rozmirovich (Albert Macklin). However, things start to go awry when Alex figures out that his opponent is attempting to throw the match.
85 	17 	"Engine Trouble" 	John Pasquin 	Ruth Bennett 	February 6, 1986 	093
When Alex and Elyse have to walk home after the car breaks down, they decide they should take a class in mechanics, but Alex soon turns it into a battle of the sexes. Meanwhile, Steven continuously denies that he is ill, although it clearly shows. 	When Alex and Elyse have to walk home after the car breaks down, they decide they should take a class in mechanics, but Alex soon turns it into a battle of the sexes. Meanwhile, Steven continuously denies that he is ill, although it clearly shows. 	When Alex and Elyse have to walk home after the car breaks down, they decide they should take a class in mechanics, but Alex soon turns it into a battle of the sexes. Meanwhile, Steven continuously denies that he is ill, although it clearly shows. 	When Alex and Elyse have to walk home after the car breaks down, they decide they should take a class in mechanics, but Alex soon turns it into a battle of the sexes. Meanwhile, Steven continuously denies that he is ill, although it clearly shows. 	When Alex and Elyse have to walk home after the car breaks down, they decide they should take a class in mechanics, but Alex soon turns it into a battle of the sexes. Meanwhile, Steven continuously denies that he is ill, although it clearly shows. 	When Alex and Elyse have to walk home after the car breaks down, they decide they should take a class in mechanics, but Alex soon turns it into a battle of the sexes. Meanwhile, Steven continuously denies that he is ill, although it clearly shows. 	When Alex and Elyse have to walk home after the car breaks down, they decide they should take a class in mechanics, but Alex soon turns it into a battle of the sexes. Meanwhile, Steven continuously denies that he is ill, although it clearly shows.
86 	18 	"A Word to the Wise, Part 1" 	Will Mackenzie 	Susan Borowitz & Marc Lawrence 	February 13, 1986 	087
As Alex and Ellen celebrate their six-month anniversary, the Keatons regale Ellen with stories about Alex's past schemes. 	As Alex and Ellen celebrate their six-month anniversary, the Keatons regale Ellen with stories about Alex's past schemes. 	As Alex and Ellen celebrate their six-month anniversary, the Keatons regale Ellen with stories about Alex's past schemes. 	As Alex and Ellen celebrate their six-month anniversary, the Keatons regale Ellen with stories about Alex's past schemes. 	As Alex and Ellen celebrate their six-month anniversary, the Keatons regale Ellen with stories about Alex's past schemes. 	As Alex and Ellen celebrate their six-month anniversary, the Keatons regale Ellen with stories about Alex's past schemes. 	As Alex and Ellen celebrate their six-month anniversary, the Keatons regale Ellen with stories about Alex's past schemes.
87 	19 	"A Word to the Wise, Part 2" 	Will Mackenzie 	Susan Borowitz & Marc Lawrence 	February 13, 1986 	088
After Ellen hears many wild stories about Alex, Alex begins to wonder whether she still wants to be his girlfriend. 	After Ellen hears many wild stories about Alex, Alex begins to wonder whether she still wants to be his girlfriend. 	After Ellen hears many wild stories about Alex, Alex begins to wonder whether she still wants to be his girlfriend. 	After Ellen hears many wild stories about Alex, Alex begins to wonder whether she still wants to be his girlfriend. 	After Ellen hears many wild stories about Alex, Alex begins to wonder whether she still wants to be his girlfriend. 	After Ellen hears many wild stories about Alex, Alex begins to wonder whether she still wants to be his girlfriend. 	After Ellen hears many wild stories about Alex, Alex begins to wonder whether she still wants to be his girlfriend.
88 	20 	"Art Lover" 	Andrew McCullough 	Bruce Helford 	February 20, 1986 	094
Mallory becomes suspicious when a wealthy and beautiful older woman (Christine Belford) takes a special interest in Nick's artistic creations. 	Mallory becomes suspicious when a wealthy and beautiful older woman (Christine Belford) takes a special interest in Nick's artistic creations. 	Mallory becomes suspicious when a wealthy and beautiful older woman (Christine Belford) takes a special interest in Nick's artistic creations. 	Mallory becomes suspicious when a wealthy and beautiful older woman (Christine Belford) takes a special interest in Nick's artistic creations. 	Mallory becomes suspicious when a wealthy and beautiful older woman (Christine Belford) takes a special interest in Nick's artistic creations. 	Mallory becomes suspicious when a wealthy and beautiful older woman (Christine Belford) takes a special interest in Nick's artistic creations. 	Mallory becomes suspicious when a wealthy and beautiful older woman (Christine Belford) takes a special interest in Nick's artistic creations.
89 	21 	"Teacher's Pet" 	John Pasquin 	Marc Lawrence 	March 2, 1986 	095
Alex gets a position as an assistant professor at the college and convinces Ellen to enroll in the class that he is teaching. In the subplot, Steven wants to enroll a too-young Andrew into preschool, which Elyse opposes. 	Alex gets a position as an assistant professor at the college and convinces Ellen to enroll in the class that he is teaching. In the subplot, Steven wants to enroll a too-young Andrew into preschool, which Elyse opposes. 	Alex gets a position as an assistant professor at the college and convinces Ellen to enroll in the class that he is teaching. In the subplot, Steven wants to enroll a too-young Andrew into preschool, which Elyse opposes. 	Alex gets a position as an assistant professor at the college and convinces Ellen to enroll in the class that he is teaching. In the subplot, Steven wants to enroll a too-young Andrew into preschool, which Elyse opposes. 	Alex gets a position as an assistant professor at the college and convinces Ellen to enroll in the class that he is teaching. In the subplot, Steven wants to enroll a too-young Andrew into preschool, which Elyse opposes. 	Alex gets a position as an assistant professor at the college and convinces Ellen to enroll in the class that he is teaching. In the subplot, Steven wants to enroll a too-young Andrew into preschool, which Elyse opposes. 	Alex gets a position as an assistant professor at the college and convinces Ellen to enroll in the class that he is teaching. In the subplot, Steven wants to enroll a too-young Andrew into preschool, which Elyse opposes.
90 	22 	"My Buddy" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	March 6, 1986 	096
Steven has to learn to accept that Jennifer is growing up. The only way he can get any time with her is to take her to her Sunflower Girls meeting, where he sticks out like a sore thumb. Meanwhile, Alex goes out early on a Saturday to fight a traffic ticket he feels he didn't deserve. 	Steven has to learn to accept that Jennifer is growing up. The only way he can get any time with her is to take her to her Sunflower Girls meeting, where he sticks out like a sore thumb. Meanwhile, Alex goes out early on a Saturday to fight a traffic ticket he feels he didn't deserve. 	Steven has to learn to accept that Jennifer is growing up. The only way he can get any time with her is to take her to her Sunflower Girls meeting, where he sticks out like a sore thumb. Meanwhile, Alex goes out early on a Saturday to fight a traffic ticket he feels he didn't deserve. 	Steven has to learn to accept that Jennifer is growing up. The only way he can get any time with her is to take her to her Sunflower Girls meeting, where he sticks out like a sore thumb. Meanwhile, Alex goes out early on a Saturday to fight a traffic ticket he feels he didn't deserve. 	Steven has to learn to accept that Jennifer is growing up. The only way he can get any time with her is to take her to her Sunflower Girls meeting, where he sticks out like a sore thumb. Meanwhile, Alex goes out early on a Saturday to fight a traffic ticket he feels he didn't deserve. 	Steven has to learn to accept that Jennifer is growing up. The only way he can get any time with her is to take her to her Sunflower Girls meeting, where he sticks out like a sore thumb. Meanwhile, Alex goes out early on a Saturday to fight a traffic ticket he feels he didn't deserve. 	Steven has to learn to accept that Jennifer is growing up. The only way he can get any time with her is to take her to her Sunflower Girls meeting, where he sticks out like a sore thumb. Meanwhile, Alex goes out early on a Saturday to fight a traffic ticket he feels he didn't deserve.
91 	23 	"Once in Love with Elyse" 	Sam Weisman 	Michael J. Weithorn 	May 1, 1986 	097
Elyse must deal with Paul (Peter Scolari), a young architect associate who has fallen in love with her. 	Elyse must deal with Paul (Peter Scolari), a young architect associate who has fallen in love with her. 	Elyse must deal with Paul (Peter Scolari), a young architect associate who has fallen in love with her. 	Elyse must deal with Paul (Peter Scolari), a young architect associate who has fallen in love with her. 	Elyse must deal with Paul (Peter Scolari), a young architect associate who has fallen in love with her. 	Elyse must deal with Paul (Peter Scolari), a young architect associate who has fallen in love with her. 	Elyse must deal with Paul (Peter Scolari), a young architect associate who has fallen in love with her.
92 	24 	"Paper Chase" 	Sam Weisman 	Susan Borowitz 	May 8, 1986 	098
Mallory faces the possibility of not graduating high school unless she passes a tough final exam.Note: This was the last episode featuring Tracy Pollan as Ellen Reed, although she will appear in the season 5 2-part episode "It's My Party", which was originally produced for Season 4. 	Mallory faces the possibility of not graduating high school unless she passes a tough final exam.Note: This was the last episode featuring Tracy Pollan as Ellen Reed, although she will appear in the season 5 2-part episode "It's My Party", which was originally produced for Season 4. 	Mallory faces the possibility of not graduating high school unless she passes a tough final exam.Note: This was the last episode featuring Tracy Pollan as Ellen Reed, although she will appear in the season 5 2-part episode "It's My Party", which was originally produced for Season 4. 	Mallory faces the possibility of not graduating high school unless she passes a tough final exam.Note: This was the last episode featuring Tracy Pollan as Ellen Reed, although she will appear in the season 5 2-part episode "It's My Party", which was originally produced for Season 4. 	Mallory faces the possibility of not graduating high school unless she passes a tough final exam.Note: This was the last episode featuring Tracy Pollan as Ellen Reed, although she will appear in the season 5 2-part episode "It's My Party", which was originally produced for Season 4. 	Mallory faces the possibility of not graduating high school unless she passes a tough final exam.Note: This was the last episode featuring Tracy Pollan as Ellen Reed, although she will appear in the season 5 2-part episode "It's My Party", which was originally produced for Season 4. 	Mallory faces the possibility of not graduating high school unless she passes a tough final exam.Note: This was the last episode featuring Tracy Pollan as Ellen Reed, although she will appear in the season 5 2-part episode "It's My Party", which was originally produced for Season 4.
=== Season 5 (1986–87) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	Prod.
code
93 	1 	"Be True to Your Preschool" 	Sam Weisman 	Marc Lawrence 	September 25, 1986 	100
Steven and Elyse enroll 5-year old Andrew in preschool, but it soon becomes clear that Alex objects to the school's values of sharing and cooperation.First appearance: Brian Bonsall as Andrew Keaton. 	Steven and Elyse enroll 5-year old Andrew in preschool, but it soon becomes clear that Alex objects to the school's values of sharing and cooperation.First appearance: Brian Bonsall as Andrew Keaton. 	Steven and Elyse enroll 5-year old Andrew in preschool, but it soon becomes clear that Alex objects to the school's values of sharing and cooperation.First appearance: Brian Bonsall as Andrew Keaton. 	Steven and Elyse enroll 5-year old Andrew in preschool, but it soon becomes clear that Alex objects to the school's values of sharing and cooperation.First appearance: Brian Bonsall as Andrew Keaton. 	Steven and Elyse enroll 5-year old Andrew in preschool, but it soon becomes clear that Alex objects to the school's values of sharing and cooperation.First appearance: Brian Bonsall as Andrew Keaton. 	Steven and Elyse enroll 5-year old Andrew in preschool, but it soon becomes clear that Alex objects to the school's values of sharing and cooperation.First appearance: Brian Bonsall as Andrew Keaton. 	Steven and Elyse enroll 5-year old Andrew in preschool, but it soon becomes clear that Alex objects to the school's values of sharing and cooperation.First appearance: Brian Bonsall as Andrew Keaton.
94 	2 	"Starting Over" 	Steven Robman 	Alan Vejar 	October 2, 1986 	103
Ellen breaks up with Alex and leaves for France. Distraught, Alex tries coping by re-entering the dating scene too soon ... and meeting a girl that looks very much like Ellen. 	Ellen breaks up with Alex and leaves for France. Distraught, Alex tries coping by re-entering the dating scene too soon ... and meeting a girl that looks very much like Ellen. 	Ellen breaks up with Alex and leaves for France. Distraught, Alex tries coping by re-entering the dating scene too soon ... and meeting a girl that looks very much like Ellen. 	Ellen breaks up with Alex and leaves for France. Distraught, Alex tries coping by re-entering the dating scene too soon ... and meeting a girl that looks very much like Ellen. 	Ellen breaks up with Alex and leaves for France. Distraught, Alex tries coping by re-entering the dating scene too soon ... and meeting a girl that looks very much like Ellen. 	Ellen breaks up with Alex and leaves for France. Distraught, Alex tries coping by re-entering the dating scene too soon ... and meeting a girl that looks very much like Ellen. 	Ellen breaks up with Alex and leaves for France. Distraught, Alex tries coping by re-entering the dating scene too soon ... and meeting a girl that looks very much like Ellen.
95 	3 	"The Freshman and the Senior" 	Sam Weisman 	Ruth Bennett & Marc Lawrence 	October 9, 1986 	104
Mallory is teamed with 66-year-old Margaret Hollings (Julie Harris) on a college sociology project. Meanwhile, Alex is very interested to know what Steven and Elyse have written in their wills. 	Mallory is teamed with 66-year-old Margaret Hollings (Julie Harris) on a college sociology project. Meanwhile, Alex is very interested to know what Steven and Elyse have written in their wills. 	Mallory is teamed with 66-year-old Margaret Hollings (Julie Harris) on a college sociology project. Meanwhile, Alex is very interested to know what Steven and Elyse have written in their wills. 	Mallory is teamed with 66-year-old Margaret Hollings (Julie Harris) on a college sociology project. Meanwhile, Alex is very interested to know what Steven and Elyse have written in their wills. 	Mallory is teamed with 66-year-old Margaret Hollings (Julie Harris) on a college sociology project. Meanwhile, Alex is very interested to know what Steven and Elyse have written in their wills. 	Mallory is teamed with 66-year-old Margaret Hollings (Julie Harris) on a college sociology project. Meanwhile, Alex is very interested to know what Steven and Elyse have written in their wills. 	Mallory is teamed with 66-year-old Margaret Hollings (Julie Harris) on a college sociology project. Meanwhile, Alex is very interested to know what Steven and Elyse have written in their wills.
96 	4 	"My Back Pages" 	Sam Weisman 	Ruth Bennett 	October 16, 1986 	099
Steven's old college roommate comes for a visit and reveals he wants to re-launch their old magazine. 	Steven's old college roommate comes for a visit and reveals he wants to re-launch their old magazine. 	Steven's old college roommate comes for a visit and reveals he wants to re-launch their old magazine. 	Steven's old college roommate comes for a visit and reveals he wants to re-launch their old magazine. 	Steven's old college roommate comes for a visit and reveals he wants to re-launch their old magazine. 	Steven's old college roommate comes for a visit and reveals he wants to re-launch their old magazine. 	Steven's old college roommate comes for a visit and reveals he wants to re-launch their old magazine.
97 	5 	"Beauty and the Bank" 	Asaad Kelada 	Stephen J. Curwick 	October 30, 1986 	105
Alex gets his dream job at the Harding Trust, only to find out his boss is an attractive woman named Rebecca (Melinda Culea). 	Alex gets his dream job at the Harding Trust, only to find out his boss is an attractive woman named Rebecca (Melinda Culea). 	Alex gets his dream job at the Harding Trust, only to find out his boss is an attractive woman named Rebecca (Melinda Culea). 	Alex gets his dream job at the Harding Trust, only to find out his boss is an attractive woman named Rebecca (Melinda Culea). 	Alex gets his dream job at the Harding Trust, only to find out his boss is an attractive woman named Rebecca (Melinda Culea). 	Alex gets his dream job at the Harding Trust, only to find out his boss is an attractive woman named Rebecca (Melinda Culea). 	Alex gets his dream job at the Harding Trust, only to find out his boss is an attractive woman named Rebecca (Melinda Culea).
98 	6 	"Mrs. Wrong, Part 1" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	November 6, 1986 	101
Mallory is overwhelmed with all her obligations at school and at home, so she decides the best way to get out of them is to marry her boyfriend, Nick. 	Mallory is overwhelmed with all her obligations at school and at home, so she decides the best way to get out of them is to marry her boyfriend, Nick. 	Mallory is overwhelmed with all her obligations at school and at home, so she decides the best way to get out of them is to marry her boyfriend, Nick. 	Mallory is overwhelmed with all her obligations at school and at home, so she decides the best way to get out of them is to marry her boyfriend, Nick. 	Mallory is overwhelmed with all her obligations at school and at home, so she decides the best way to get out of them is to marry her boyfriend, Nick. 	Mallory is overwhelmed with all her obligations at school and at home, so she decides the best way to get out of them is to marry her boyfriend, Nick. 	Mallory is overwhelmed with all her obligations at school and at home, so she decides the best way to get out of them is to marry her boyfriend, Nick.
99 	7 	"Mrs. Wrong, Part 2" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	November 13, 1986 	102
Nick and Mallory set out to elope, but not without waking everyone up. Now it's up to Alex to track them down at the justice of the peace. 	Nick and Mallory set out to elope, but not without waking everyone up. Now it's up to Alex to track them down at the justice of the peace. 	Nick and Mallory set out to elope, but not without waking everyone up. Now it's up to Alex to track them down at the justice of the peace. 	Nick and Mallory set out to elope, but not without waking everyone up. Now it's up to Alex to track them down at the justice of the peace. 	Nick and Mallory set out to elope, but not without waking everyone up. Now it's up to Alex to track them down at the justice of the peace. 	Nick and Mallory set out to elope, but not without waking everyone up. Now it's up to Alex to track them down at the justice of the peace. 	Nick and Mallory set out to elope, but not without waking everyone up. Now it's up to Alex to track them down at the justice of the peace.
100 	8 	"The Big Fix" 	John Pasquin 	Michael J. Weithorn 	November 17, 1986 	084
Elyse plays matchmaker when she tries to fix up a lonely colleague with her neighbor's daughter Liz Obeck (Terry Farrell). 	Elyse plays matchmaker when she tries to fix up a lonely colleague with her neighbor's daughter Liz Obeck (Terry Farrell). 	Elyse plays matchmaker when she tries to fix up a lonely colleague with her neighbor's daughter Liz Obeck (Terry Farrell). 	Elyse plays matchmaker when she tries to fix up a lonely colleague with her neighbor's daughter Liz Obeck (Terry Farrell). 	Elyse plays matchmaker when she tries to fix up a lonely colleague with her neighbor's daughter Liz Obeck (Terry Farrell). 	Elyse plays matchmaker when she tries to fix up a lonely colleague with her neighbor's daughter Liz Obeck (Terry Farrell). 	Elyse plays matchmaker when she tries to fix up a lonely colleague with her neighbor's daughter Liz Obeck (Terry Farrell).
101 	9 	"My Brother's Keeper" 	Asaad Kelada 	Susan Borowitz 	November 20, 1986 	107
Alex gets Skippy an interview with the Grant chapter of his fraternity, only to find out they plan to make Skippy the butt of a humiliating practical joke. 	Alex gets Skippy an interview with the Grant chapter of his fraternity, only to find out they plan to make Skippy the butt of a humiliating practical joke. 	Alex gets Skippy an interview with the Grant chapter of his fraternity, only to find out they plan to make Skippy the butt of a humiliating practical joke. 	Alex gets Skippy an interview with the Grant chapter of his fraternity, only to find out they plan to make Skippy the butt of a humiliating practical joke. 	Alex gets Skippy an interview with the Grant chapter of his fraternity, only to find out they plan to make Skippy the butt of a humiliating practical joke. 	Alex gets Skippy an interview with the Grant chapter of his fraternity, only to find out they plan to make Skippy the butt of a humiliating practical joke. 	Alex gets Skippy an interview with the Grant chapter of his fraternity, only to find out they plan to make Skippy the butt of a humiliating practical joke.
102 	10 	"High School Confidential" 	Mark W. Travis 	Ruth Bennett 	December 4, 1986 	112
In order to teach an art class at the local youth center, Nick must get his high school diploma with help from Alex and Mallory. 	In order to teach an art class at the local youth center, Nick must get his high school diploma with help from Alex and Mallory. 	In order to teach an art class at the local youth center, Nick must get his high school diploma with help from Alex and Mallory. 	In order to teach an art class at the local youth center, Nick must get his high school diploma with help from Alex and Mallory. 	In order to teach an art class at the local youth center, Nick must get his high school diploma with help from Alex and Mallory. 	In order to teach an art class at the local youth center, Nick must get his high school diploma with help from Alex and Mallory. 	In order to teach an art class at the local youth center, Nick must get his high school diploma with help from Alex and Mallory.
103 	11 	"Paper Lion" 	Peter Baldwin 	Wendy Aaron 	December 11, 1986 	106
Alex works on an important paper with his Economics professor, only to find out that their hypothesis is wrong. His professor goes ahead with plans to present the paper anyway. 	Alex works on an important paper with his Economics professor, only to find out that their hypothesis is wrong. His professor goes ahead with plans to present the paper anyway. 	Alex works on an important paper with his Economics professor, only to find out that their hypothesis is wrong. His professor goes ahead with plans to present the paper anyway. 	Alex works on an important paper with his Economics professor, only to find out that their hypothesis is wrong. His professor goes ahead with plans to present the paper anyway. 	Alex works on an important paper with his Economics professor, only to find out that their hypothesis is wrong. His professor goes ahead with plans to present the paper anyway. 	Alex works on an important paper with his Economics professor, only to find out that their hypothesis is wrong. His professor goes ahead with plans to present the paper anyway. 	Alex works on an important paper with his Economics professor, only to find out that their hypothesis is wrong. His professor goes ahead with plans to present the paper anyway.
104 	12 	"My Mother, My Friend" 	Lynn Hamrick 	Kate Boutilier 	December 18, 1986 	113
Mallory brings home a friend who has more in common with Elyse than Mallory herself. Mallory then becomes jealous of the attention her mom lavishes on the girl. 	Mallory brings home a friend who has more in common with Elyse than Mallory herself. Mallory then becomes jealous of the attention her mom lavishes on the girl. 	Mallory brings home a friend who has more in common with Elyse than Mallory herself. Mallory then becomes jealous of the attention her mom lavishes on the girl. 	Mallory brings home a friend who has more in common with Elyse than Mallory herself. Mallory then becomes jealous of the attention her mom lavishes on the girl. 	Mallory brings home a friend who has more in common with Elyse than Mallory herself. Mallory then becomes jealous of the attention her mom lavishes on the girl. 	Mallory brings home a friend who has more in common with Elyse than Mallory herself. Mallory then becomes jealous of the attention her mom lavishes on the girl. 	Mallory brings home a friend who has more in common with Elyse than Mallory herself. Mallory then becomes jealous of the attention her mom lavishes on the girl.
105 	13 	"O'Brother, Part 1" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	January 8, 1987 	108
The Keatons are stunned when Uncle Rob visits and announces he's separated from his wife Maureen - and has already met someone else. 	The Keatons are stunned when Uncle Rob visits and announces he's separated from his wife Maureen - and has already met someone else. 	The Keatons are stunned when Uncle Rob visits and announces he's separated from his wife Maureen - and has already met someone else. 	The Keatons are stunned when Uncle Rob visits and announces he's separated from his wife Maureen - and has already met someone else. 	The Keatons are stunned when Uncle Rob visits and announces he's separated from his wife Maureen - and has already met someone else. 	The Keatons are stunned when Uncle Rob visits and announces he's separated from his wife Maureen - and has already met someone else. 	The Keatons are stunned when Uncle Rob visits and announces he's separated from his wife Maureen - and has already met someone else.
106 	14 	"O'Brother, Part 2" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	January 15, 1987 	109
Rob's estranged wife Maureen shows up to tell the real story behind their separation. Although Rob stays single, he and Steve finally bond as brothers. 	Rob's estranged wife Maureen shows up to tell the real story behind their separation. Although Rob stays single, he and Steve finally bond as brothers. 	Rob's estranged wife Maureen shows up to tell the real story behind their separation. Although Rob stays single, he and Steve finally bond as brothers. 	Rob's estranged wife Maureen shows up to tell the real story behind their separation. Although Rob stays single, he and Steve finally bond as brothers. 	Rob's estranged wife Maureen shows up to tell the real story behind their separation. Although Rob stays single, he and Steve finally bond as brothers. 	Rob's estranged wife Maureen shows up to tell the real story behind their separation. Although Rob stays single, he and Steve finally bond as brothers. 	Rob's estranged wife Maureen shows up to tell the real story behind their separation. Although Rob stays single, he and Steve finally bond as brothers.
107 	15 	"Higher Love" 	Debbie Allen 	Susan Borowitz 	January 22, 1987 	116
Mallory begins to fall for the leader of her poetry group. 	Mallory begins to fall for the leader of her poetry group. 	Mallory begins to fall for the leader of her poetry group. 	Mallory begins to fall for the leader of her poetry group. 	Mallory begins to fall for the leader of her poetry group. 	Mallory begins to fall for the leader of her poetry group. 	Mallory begins to fall for the leader of her poetry group.
108 	16 	"Architect's Apprentice" 	Steven Robman 	David Tyron King 	January 29, 1987 	117
Nick convinces Steven to let him enter a contest to pick the sculpture for the newly remodeled lobby of WKS. 	Nick convinces Steven to let him enter a contest to pick the sculpture for the newly remodeled lobby of WKS. 	Nick convinces Steven to let him enter a contest to pick the sculpture for the newly remodeled lobby of WKS. 	Nick convinces Steven to let him enter a contest to pick the sculpture for the newly remodeled lobby of WKS. 	Nick convinces Steven to let him enter a contest to pick the sculpture for the newly remodeled lobby of WKS. 	Nick convinces Steven to let him enter a contest to pick the sculpture for the newly remodeled lobby of WKS. 	Nick convinces Steven to let him enter a contest to pick the sculpture for the newly remodeled lobby of WKS.
109 	17 	"A Tale of Two Cities, Part 1" 	Peter Baldwin 	Marc Lawrence & Alan Uger 	February 5, 1987 	114
While the Keaton kitchen gets remodeled, Alex and his boss, Rebecca, travel to Chicago for a conference, where they're forced to share a tiny room. 	While the Keaton kitchen gets remodeled, Alex and his boss, Rebecca, travel to Chicago for a conference, where they're forced to share a tiny room. 	While the Keaton kitchen gets remodeled, Alex and his boss, Rebecca, travel to Chicago for a conference, where they're forced to share a tiny room. 	While the Keaton kitchen gets remodeled, Alex and his boss, Rebecca, travel to Chicago for a conference, where they're forced to share a tiny room. 	While the Keaton kitchen gets remodeled, Alex and his boss, Rebecca, travel to Chicago for a conference, where they're forced to share a tiny room. 	While the Keaton kitchen gets remodeled, Alex and his boss, Rebecca, travel to Chicago for a conference, where they're forced to share a tiny room. 	While the Keaton kitchen gets remodeled, Alex and his boss, Rebecca, travel to Chicago for a conference, where they're forced to share a tiny room.
110 	18 	"A Tale of Two Cities, Part 2" 	Peter Baldwin 	Marc Lawrence & Alan Uger 	February 12, 1987 	115
Nervous about meeting her boss, Rebecca gets drunk and makes a fool of herself. Back at home, Steven refuses all help and wallpapers the kitchen himself. 	Nervous about meeting her boss, Rebecca gets drunk and makes a fool of herself. Back at home, Steven refuses all help and wallpapers the kitchen himself. 	Nervous about meeting her boss, Rebecca gets drunk and makes a fool of herself. Back at home, Steven refuses all help and wallpapers the kitchen himself. 	Nervous about meeting her boss, Rebecca gets drunk and makes a fool of herself. Back at home, Steven refuses all help and wallpapers the kitchen himself. 	Nervous about meeting her boss, Rebecca gets drunk and makes a fool of herself. Back at home, Steven refuses all help and wallpapers the kitchen himself. 	Nervous about meeting her boss, Rebecca gets drunk and makes a fool of herself. Back at home, Steven refuses all help and wallpapers the kitchen himself. 	Nervous about meeting her boss, Rebecca gets drunk and makes a fool of herself. Back at home, Steven refuses all help and wallpapers the kitchen himself.
111 	19 	"Battle of the Sexes, Part 1" 	Andrew McCullough & Sam Weisman 	Stephen J. Curwick 	February 19, 1987 	110
Elyse, Mallory and Jennifer confront Steven and Alex after a disastrous dinner at a restaurant, and past incidents are recalled where gender played a role in their lives. 	Elyse, Mallory and Jennifer confront Steven and Alex after a disastrous dinner at a restaurant, and past incidents are recalled where gender played a role in their lives. 	Elyse, Mallory and Jennifer confront Steven and Alex after a disastrous dinner at a restaurant, and past incidents are recalled where gender played a role in their lives. 	Elyse, Mallory and Jennifer confront Steven and Alex after a disastrous dinner at a restaurant, and past incidents are recalled where gender played a role in their lives. 	Elyse, Mallory and Jennifer confront Steven and Alex after a disastrous dinner at a restaurant, and past incidents are recalled where gender played a role in their lives. 	Elyse, Mallory and Jennifer confront Steven and Alex after a disastrous dinner at a restaurant, and past incidents are recalled where gender played a role in their lives. 	Elyse, Mallory and Jennifer confront Steven and Alex after a disastrous dinner at a restaurant, and past incidents are recalled where gender played a role in their lives.
112 	20 	"Battle of the Sexes, Part 2" 	Andrew McCullough & Sam Weisman 	Stephen J. Curwick 	February 19, 1987 	111
Alex continues to defend and debate his chauvinistic ways, citing Mallory's and Jennifer's past experiences. But in the end, they decide he's not so bad after all. 	Alex continues to defend and debate his chauvinistic ways, citing Mallory's and Jennifer's past experiences. But in the end, they decide he's not so bad after all. 	Alex continues to defend and debate his chauvinistic ways, citing Mallory's and Jennifer's past experiences. But in the end, they decide he's not so bad after all. 	Alex continues to defend and debate his chauvinistic ways, citing Mallory's and Jennifer's past experiences. But in the end, they decide he's not so bad after all. 	Alex continues to defend and debate his chauvinistic ways, citing Mallory's and Jennifer's past experiences. But in the end, they decide he's not so bad after all. 	Alex continues to defend and debate his chauvinistic ways, citing Mallory's and Jennifer's past experiences. But in the end, they decide he's not so bad after all. 	Alex continues to defend and debate his chauvinistic ways, citing Mallory's and Jennifer's past experiences. But in the end, they decide he's not so bad after all.
113 	21 	"Band on the Run" 	Andrew McCullough 	Susan Borowitz & Marc Lawrence 	February 26, 1987 	118
Jennifer and her band, The Permanent Waves, try out for the homecoming dance at Leland College. They do so well Alex sees a chance to make money, and convinces them to let him be their manager. 	Jennifer and her band, The Permanent Waves, try out for the homecoming dance at Leland College. They do so well Alex sees a chance to make money, and convinces them to let him be their manager. 	Jennifer and her band, The Permanent Waves, try out for the homecoming dance at Leland College. They do so well Alex sees a chance to make money, and convinces them to let him be their manager. 	Jennifer and her band, The Permanent Waves, try out for the homecoming dance at Leland College. They do so well Alex sees a chance to make money, and convinces them to let him be their manager. 	Jennifer and her band, The Permanent Waves, try out for the homecoming dance at Leland College. They do so well Alex sees a chance to make money, and convinces them to let him be their manager. 	Jennifer and her band, The Permanent Waves, try out for the homecoming dance at Leland College. They do so well Alex sees a chance to make money, and convinces them to let him be their manager. 	Jennifer and her band, The Permanent Waves, try out for the homecoming dance at Leland College. They do so well Alex sees a chance to make money, and convinces them to let him be their manager.
114 	22 	"Keaton vs. Keaton" 	Sam Weisman 	Stephen J. Curwick 	March 5, 1987 	123
Alex and Mallory compete for a new $2,500 WKS scholarship. 	Alex and Mallory compete for a new $2,500 WKS scholarship. 	Alex and Mallory compete for a new $2,500 WKS scholarship. 	Alex and Mallory compete for a new $2,500 WKS scholarship. 	Alex and Mallory compete for a new $2,500 WKS scholarship. 	Alex and Mallory compete for a new $2,500 WKS scholarship. 	Alex and Mallory compete for a new $2,500 WKS scholarship.
115 	23 	"A, My Name is Alex, Part 1" 	Will Mackenzie 	Gary David Goldberg& Alan Uger 	March 12, 1987 	119
When his friend Greg is killed in a car accident, Alex behaves erratically after the funeral. Eventually grief sets in, and he questions his own existence.Notes: This two-part episode won the 1987 Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. In 1997, TV Guide ranked this episode number 68 on its '100 Greatest Episodes of All Time' list.[6] 	When his friend Greg is killed in a car accident, Alex behaves erratically after the funeral. Eventually grief sets in, and he questions his own existence.Notes: This two-part episode won the 1987 Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. In 1997, TV Guide ranked this episode number 68 on its '100 Greatest Episodes of All Time' list.[6] 	When his friend Greg is killed in a car accident, Alex behaves erratically after the funeral. Eventually grief sets in, and he questions his own existence.Notes: This two-part episode won the 1987 Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. In 1997, TV Guide ranked this episode number 68 on its '100 Greatest Episodes of All Time' list.[6] 	When his friend Greg is killed in a car accident, Alex behaves erratically after the funeral. Eventually grief sets in, and he questions his own existence.Notes: This two-part episode won the 1987 Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. In 1997, TV Guide ranked this episode number 68 on its '100 Greatest Episodes of All Time' list.[6] 	When his friend Greg is killed in a car accident, Alex behaves erratically after the funeral. Eventually grief sets in, and he questions his own existence.Notes: This two-part episode won the 1987 Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. In 1997, TV Guide ranked this episode number 68 on its '100 Greatest Episodes of All Time' list.[6] 	When his friend Greg is killed in a car accident, Alex behaves erratically after the funeral. Eventually grief sets in, and he questions his own existence.Notes: This two-part episode won the 1987 Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. In 1997, TV Guide ranked this episode number 68 on its '100 Greatest Episodes of All Time' list.[6] 	When his friend Greg is killed in a car accident, Alex behaves erratically after the funeral. Eventually grief sets in, and he questions his own existence.Notes: This two-part episode won the 1987 Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series. In 1997, TV Guide ranked this episode number 68 on its '100 Greatest Episodes of All Time' list.[6]
116 	24 	"A, My Name is Alex, Part 2" 	Will Mackenzie 	Gary David Goldberg& Alan Uger 	March 12, 1987 	120
Now in therapy to deal with Greg's death, Alex talks about many episodes from his childhood - and his true feelings about his family. 	Now in therapy to deal with Greg's death, Alex talks about many episodes from his childhood - and his true feelings about his family. 	Now in therapy to deal with Greg's death, Alex talks about many episodes from his childhood - and his true feelings about his family. 	Now in therapy to deal with Greg's death, Alex talks about many episodes from his childhood - and his true feelings about his family. 	Now in therapy to deal with Greg's death, Alex talks about many episodes from his childhood - and his true feelings about his family. 	Now in therapy to deal with Greg's death, Alex talks about many episodes from his childhood - and his true feelings about his family. 	Now in therapy to deal with Greg's death, Alex talks about many episodes from his childhood - and his true feelings about his family.
117 	25 	""D" is for Date" 	Sam Weisman 	Susan Borowitz 	March 20, 1987 	122
Jennifer plays dumb in order to date a good-looking jock named Tim (Wil Wheaton). 	Jennifer plays dumb in order to date a good-looking jock named Tim (Wil Wheaton). 	Jennifer plays dumb in order to date a good-looking jock named Tim (Wil Wheaton). 	Jennifer plays dumb in order to date a good-looking jock named Tim (Wil Wheaton). 	Jennifer plays dumb in order to date a good-looking jock named Tim (Wil Wheaton). 	Jennifer plays dumb in order to date a good-looking jock named Tim (Wil Wheaton). 	Jennifer plays dumb in order to date a good-looking jock named Tim (Wil Wheaton).
118 	26 	"Love Me Do" 	Sam Weisman 	Marc Lawrence 	April 30, 1987 	121
Skippy falls in love with Amy, a friend of Mallory's. Meanwhile, Steven plans a surprise birthday party for Elyse. 	Skippy falls in love with Amy, a friend of Mallory's. Meanwhile, Steven plans a surprise birthday party for Elyse. 	Skippy falls in love with Amy, a friend of Mallory's. Meanwhile, Steven plans a surprise birthday party for Elyse. 	Skippy falls in love with Amy, a friend of Mallory's. Meanwhile, Steven plans a surprise birthday party for Elyse. 	Skippy falls in love with Amy, a friend of Mallory's. Meanwhile, Steven plans a surprise birthday party for Elyse. 	Skippy falls in love with Amy, a friend of Mallory's. Meanwhile, Steven plans a surprise birthday party for Elyse. 	Skippy falls in love with Amy, a friend of Mallory's. Meanwhile, Steven plans a surprise birthday party for Elyse.
119 	27 	"The Visit" 	Sam Weisman 	Marc Lawrence & Alan Uger 	May 7, 1987 	124
Elyse's sister Michelle, her obnoxious husband (Stuart Pankin), and their bratty children come for a visit.Note: The obnoxious son is played by Jeff Cohen, who played the annoying kid with the clapping hands hat in the episode "4 Rms Ocn Vu". 	Elyse's sister Michelle, her obnoxious husband (Stuart Pankin), and their bratty children come for a visit.Note: The obnoxious son is played by Jeff Cohen, who played the annoying kid with the clapping hands hat in the episode "4 Rms Ocn Vu". 	Elyse's sister Michelle, her obnoxious husband (Stuart Pankin), and their bratty children come for a visit.Note: The obnoxious son is played by Jeff Cohen, who played the annoying kid with the clapping hands hat in the episode "4 Rms Ocn Vu". 	Elyse's sister Michelle, her obnoxious husband (Stuart Pankin), and their bratty children come for a visit.Note: The obnoxious son is played by Jeff Cohen, who played the annoying kid with the clapping hands hat in the episode "4 Rms Ocn Vu". 	Elyse's sister Michelle, her obnoxious husband (Stuart Pankin), and their bratty children come for a visit.Note: The obnoxious son is played by Jeff Cohen, who played the annoying kid with the clapping hands hat in the episode "4 Rms Ocn Vu". 	Elyse's sister Michelle, her obnoxious husband (Stuart Pankin), and their bratty children come for a visit.Note: The obnoxious son is played by Jeff Cohen, who played the annoying kid with the clapping hands hat in the episode "4 Rms Ocn Vu". 	Elyse's sister Michelle, her obnoxious husband (Stuart Pankin), and their bratty children come for a visit.Note: The obnoxious son is played by Jeff Cohen, who played the annoying kid with the clapping hands hat in the episode "4 Rms Ocn Vu".
120 	28 	"Matchmaker" 	Barbara Schultz 	Bruce David & Bruce Helford 	July 23, 1987 	072
Mallory—having recently broken up with Rick (rather than Nick, this episode was filmed 2 years prior and breaks continuity)—comes home after yet another disastrous date. Alex, determined to get Mallory to forget Rick and find her a boyfriend, uses Jennifer's computer to snare the perfect guy. But how will Alex respond when Mallory doesn't like the guy the computer chooses for her?	Mallory—having recently broken up with Rick (rather than Nick, this episode was filmed 2 years prior and breaks continuity)—comes home after yet another disastrous date. Alex, determined to get Mallory to forget Rick and find her a boyfriend, uses Jennifer's computer to snare the perfect guy. But how will Alex respond when Mallory doesn't like the guy the computer chooses for her?	Mallory—having recently broken up with Rick (rather than Nick, this episode was filmed 2 years prior and breaks continuity)—comes home after yet another disastrous date. Alex, determined to get Mallory to forget Rick and find her a boyfriend, uses Jennifer's computer to snare the perfect guy. But how will Alex respond when Mallory doesn't like the guy the computer chooses for her?	Mallory—having recently broken up with Rick (rather than Nick, this episode was filmed 2 years prior and breaks continuity)—comes home after yet another disastrous date. Alex, determined to get Mallory to forget Rick and find her a boyfriend, uses Jennifer's computer to snare the perfect guy. But how will Alex respond when Mallory doesn't like the guy the computer chooses for her?	Mallory—having recently broken up with Rick (rather than Nick, this episode was filmed 2 years prior and breaks continuity)—comes home after yet another disastrous date. Alex, determined to get Mallory to forget Rick and find her a boyfriend, uses Jennifer's computer to snare the perfect guy. But how will Alex respond when Mallory doesn't like the guy the computer chooses for her?	Mallory—having recently broken up with Rick (rather than Nick, this episode was filmed 2 years prior and breaks continuity)—comes home after yet another disastrous date. Alex, determined to get Mallory to forget Rick and find her a boyfriend, uses Jennifer's computer to snare the perfect guy. But how will Alex respond when Mallory doesn't like the guy the computer chooses for her?	Mallory—having recently broken up with Rick (rather than Nick, this episode was filmed 2 years prior and breaks continuity)—comes home after yet another disastrous date. Alex, determined to get Mallory to forget Rick and find her a boyfriend, uses Jennifer's computer to snare the perfect guy. But how will Alex respond when Mallory doesn't like the guy the computer chooses for her?
121 	29 	"It's My Party, Part 1" 	Asaad Kelada 	Susan Borowitz 	August 6, 1987 	077
It's Jennifer's birthday, so she decides to invite the trendiest girls in school to her party. But when the party proves lame, the cool girls leave, and she leaves with them. This two-part episode breaks continuity. 	It's Jennifer's birthday, so she decides to invite the trendiest girls in school to her party. But when the party proves lame, the cool girls leave, and she leaves with them. This two-part episode breaks continuity. 	It's Jennifer's birthday, so she decides to invite the trendiest girls in school to her party. But when the party proves lame, the cool girls leave, and she leaves with them. This two-part episode breaks continuity. 	It's Jennifer's birthday, so she decides to invite the trendiest girls in school to her party. But when the party proves lame, the cool girls leave, and she leaves with them. This two-part episode breaks continuity. 	It's Jennifer's birthday, so she decides to invite the trendiest girls in school to her party. But when the party proves lame, the cool girls leave, and she leaves with them. This two-part episode breaks continuity. 	It's Jennifer's birthday, so she decides to invite the trendiest girls in school to her party. But when the party proves lame, the cool girls leave, and she leaves with them. This two-part episode breaks continuity. 	It's Jennifer's birthday, so she decides to invite the trendiest girls in school to her party. But when the party proves lame, the cool girls leave, and she leaves with them. This two-part episode breaks continuity.
122 	30 	"It's My Party, Part 2" 	Asaad Kelada 	Susan Borowitz 	August 13, 1987 	078
Now part of the trendiest clique in school, Jennifer spends all her time at the mall. But when she's caught cutting class, she's grounded and misses out on going to a baseball game with the family. 	Now part of the trendiest clique in school, Jennifer spends all her time at the mall. But when she's caught cutting class, she's grounded and misses out on going to a baseball game with the family. 	Now part of the trendiest clique in school, Jennifer spends all her time at the mall. But when she's caught cutting class, she's grounded and misses out on going to a baseball game with the family. 	Now part of the trendiest clique in school, Jennifer spends all her time at the mall. But when she's caught cutting class, she's grounded and misses out on going to a baseball game with the family. 	Now part of the trendiest clique in school, Jennifer spends all her time at the mall. But when she's caught cutting class, she's grounded and misses out on going to a baseball game with the family. 	Now part of the trendiest clique in school, Jennifer spends all her time at the mall. But when she's caught cutting class, she's grounded and misses out on going to a baseball game with the family. 	Now part of the trendiest clique in school, Jennifer spends all her time at the mall. But when she's caught cutting class, she's grounded and misses out on going to a baseball game with the family.
=== Season 6 (1987–88) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	Prod.
code
123
124 	1
2 	"The Last of the Red Hot Psychologists" 	Sam Weisman 	Marc Lawrence 	September 13, 1987 	126
127
Alex meets Lauren Miller (Courteney Cox), a psychology major at Leland College, and the two become friends ... then much more ... when Alex participates in Lauren's study of overachievers. Also, Andy goes to his first day of Kindergarten and Jennifer goes to her first day of high school. 	Alex meets Lauren Miller (Courteney Cox), a psychology major at Leland College, and the two become friends ... then much more ... when Alex participates in Lauren's study of overachievers. Also, Andy goes to his first day of Kindergarten and Jennifer goes to her first day of high school. 	Alex meets Lauren Miller (Courteney Cox), a psychology major at Leland College, and the two become friends ... then much more ... when Alex participates in Lauren's study of overachievers. Also, Andy goes to his first day of Kindergarten and Jennifer goes to her first day of high school. 	Alex meets Lauren Miller (Courteney Cox), a psychology major at Leland College, and the two become friends ... then much more ... when Alex participates in Lauren's study of overachievers. Also, Andy goes to his first day of Kindergarten and Jennifer goes to her first day of high school. 	Alex meets Lauren Miller (Courteney Cox), a psychology major at Leland College, and the two become friends ... then much more ... when Alex participates in Lauren's study of overachievers. Also, Andy goes to his first day of Kindergarten and Jennifer goes to her first day of high school. 	Alex meets Lauren Miller (Courteney Cox), a psychology major at Leland College, and the two become friends ... then much more ... when Alex participates in Lauren's study of overachievers. Also, Andy goes to his first day of Kindergarten and Jennifer goes to her first day of high school. 	Alex meets Lauren Miller (Courteney Cox), a psychology major at Leland College, and the two become friends ... then much more ... when Alex participates in Lauren's study of overachievers. Also, Andy goes to his first day of Kindergarten and Jennifer goes to her first day of high school.
125 	3 	"Dear Mallory" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	September 20, 1987 	125
Mallory is hired as advice columnist for the Columbus Shopper's Guide. 	Mallory is hired as advice columnist for the Columbus Shopper's Guide. 	Mallory is hired as advice columnist for the Columbus Shopper's Guide. 	Mallory is hired as advice columnist for the Columbus Shopper's Guide. 	Mallory is hired as advice columnist for the Columbus Shopper's Guide. 	Mallory is hired as advice columnist for the Columbus Shopper's Guide. 	Mallory is hired as advice columnist for the Columbus Shopper's Guide.
126 	4 	"The Other Woman" 	Asaad Kelada 	Susan Borowitz 	September 27, 1987 	130
Andrew feels ignored when Alex begins spending time with Lauren at the expense of brotherly bonding sessions. 	Andrew feels ignored when Alex begins spending time with Lauren at the expense of brotherly bonding sessions. 	Andrew feels ignored when Alex begins spending time with Lauren at the expense of brotherly bonding sessions. 	Andrew feels ignored when Alex begins spending time with Lauren at the expense of brotherly bonding sessions. 	Andrew feels ignored when Alex begins spending time with Lauren at the expense of brotherly bonding sessions. 	Andrew feels ignored when Alex begins spending time with Lauren at the expense of brotherly bonding sessions. 	Andrew feels ignored when Alex begins spending time with Lauren at the expense of brotherly bonding sessions.
127 	5 	"Dream Date" 	Andrew McCullough 	Katie Ford 	October 4, 1987 	129
Jennifer uses a nerdy boy who has a crush on her as a stepping stone to win the heart of a teen heartthrob. 	Jennifer uses a nerdy boy who has a crush on her as a stepping stone to win the heart of a teen heartthrob. 	Jennifer uses a nerdy boy who has a crush on her as a stepping stone to win the heart of a teen heartthrob. 	Jennifer uses a nerdy boy who has a crush on her as a stepping stone to win the heart of a teen heartthrob. 	Jennifer uses a nerdy boy who has a crush on her as a stepping stone to win the heart of a teen heartthrob. 	Jennifer uses a nerdy boy who has a crush on her as a stepping stone to win the heart of a teen heartthrob. 	Jennifer uses a nerdy boy who has a crush on her as a stepping stone to win the heart of a teen heartthrob.
128 	6 	"Super Mom" 	Matthew Diamond 	Alan Uger 	October 18, 1987 	132
Elyse must choose between working on a prestigious architectural account or spending time with her family. 	Elyse must choose between working on a prestigious architectural account or spending time with her family. 	Elyse must choose between working on a prestigious architectural account or spending time with her family. 	Elyse must choose between working on a prestigious architectural account or spending time with her family. 	Elyse must choose between working on a prestigious architectural account or spending time with her family. 	Elyse must choose between working on a prestigious architectural account or spending time with her family. 	Elyse must choose between working on a prestigious architectural account or spending time with her family.
129 	7 	"Walking On Air" 	Andrew McCullough 	Katie Ford 	October 25, 1987 	131
Steven gets a reluctant Mallory a new job at WKS. Meanwhile, Alex leads the rest of the family on a cereal-sponsored search contest for $5,000. 	Steven gets a reluctant Mallory a new job at WKS. Meanwhile, Alex leads the rest of the family on a cereal-sponsored search contest for $5,000. 	Steven gets a reluctant Mallory a new job at WKS. Meanwhile, Alex leads the rest of the family on a cereal-sponsored search contest for $5,000. 	Steven gets a reluctant Mallory a new job at WKS. Meanwhile, Alex leads the rest of the family on a cereal-sponsored search contest for $5,000. 	Steven gets a reluctant Mallory a new job at WKS. Meanwhile, Alex leads the rest of the family on a cereal-sponsored search contest for $5,000. 	Steven gets a reluctant Mallory a new job at WKS. Meanwhile, Alex leads the rest of the family on a cereal-sponsored search contest for $5,000. 	Steven gets a reluctant Mallory a new job at WKS. Meanwhile, Alex leads the rest of the family on a cereal-sponsored search contest for $5,000.
130 	8 	"Invasion of the Psychologist Snatchers" 	Matthew Diamond 	Marc Lawrence 	November 1, 1987 	133
Alex becomes insecure of Lauren's visiting ex-boyfriend. 	Alex becomes insecure of Lauren's visiting ex-boyfriend. 	Alex becomes insecure of Lauren's visiting ex-boyfriend. 	Alex becomes insecure of Lauren's visiting ex-boyfriend. 	Alex becomes insecure of Lauren's visiting ex-boyfriend. 	Alex becomes insecure of Lauren's visiting ex-boyfriend. 	Alex becomes insecure of Lauren's visiting ex-boyfriend.
131 	9 	"The Way We Were" 	Will Mackenzie 	Gary David Goldberg 	November 8, 1987 	128
The Keatons get a first-hand lesson on Alzheimer's disease when Aunt Rosemary (Barbara Barrie) comes to visit and behaves erractically. 	The Keatons get a first-hand lesson on Alzheimer's disease when Aunt Rosemary (Barbara Barrie) comes to visit and behaves erractically. 	The Keatons get a first-hand lesson on Alzheimer's disease when Aunt Rosemary (Barbara Barrie) comes to visit and behaves erractically. 	The Keatons get a first-hand lesson on Alzheimer's disease when Aunt Rosemary (Barbara Barrie) comes to visit and behaves erractically. 	The Keatons get a first-hand lesson on Alzheimer's disease when Aunt Rosemary (Barbara Barrie) comes to visit and behaves erractically. 	The Keatons get a first-hand lesson on Alzheimer's disease when Aunt Rosemary (Barbara Barrie) comes to visit and behaves erractically. 	The Keatons get a first-hand lesson on Alzheimer's disease when Aunt Rosemary (Barbara Barrie) comes to visit and behaves erractically.
132 	10 	"Mister Sister" 	Kent Bateman 	Susan Borowitz 	November 15, 1987 	134
Nick gets a job as the janitor at Mallory's sorority house, which leads to friction between them. Meanwhile, Steven and Alex try to teach Andy basketball. 	Nick gets a job as the janitor at Mallory's sorority house, which leads to friction between them. Meanwhile, Steven and Alex try to teach Andy basketball. 	Nick gets a job as the janitor at Mallory's sorority house, which leads to friction between them. Meanwhile, Steven and Alex try to teach Andy basketball. 	Nick gets a job as the janitor at Mallory's sorority house, which leads to friction between them. Meanwhile, Steven and Alex try to teach Andy basketball. 	Nick gets a job as the janitor at Mallory's sorority house, which leads to friction between them. Meanwhile, Steven and Alex try to teach Andy basketball. 	Nick gets a job as the janitor at Mallory's sorority house, which leads to friction between them. Meanwhile, Steven and Alex try to teach Andy basketball. 	Nick gets a job as the janitor at Mallory's sorority house, which leads to friction between them. Meanwhile, Steven and Alex try to teach Andy basketball.
133 	11 	"Citizen Keaton" 	Sam Weisman 	Susan Borowitz & Marc Lawrence 	November 22, 1987 	135
Mallory runs for student body president of Grant College, and Alex agrees to be her campaign manager. 	Mallory runs for student body president of Grant College, and Alex agrees to be her campaign manager. 	Mallory runs for student body president of Grant College, and Alex agrees to be her campaign manager. 	Mallory runs for student body president of Grant College, and Alex agrees to be her campaign manager. 	Mallory runs for student body president of Grant College, and Alex agrees to be her campaign manager. 	Mallory runs for student body president of Grant College, and Alex agrees to be her campaign manager. 	Mallory runs for student body president of Grant College, and Alex agrees to be her campaign manager.
134 	12 	"Father Time, Part 1" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	November 29, 1987 	136
Steven's newly-divorced brother Rob comes to visit with his son and troubled daughter, who is rebelling against her dad. 	Steven's newly-divorced brother Rob comes to visit with his son and troubled daughter, who is rebelling against her dad. 	Steven's newly-divorced brother Rob comes to visit with his son and troubled daughter, who is rebelling against her dad. 	Steven's newly-divorced brother Rob comes to visit with his son and troubled daughter, who is rebelling against her dad. 	Steven's newly-divorced brother Rob comes to visit with his son and troubled daughter, who is rebelling against her dad. 	Steven's newly-divorced brother Rob comes to visit with his son and troubled daughter, who is rebelling against her dad. 	Steven's newly-divorced brother Rob comes to visit with his son and troubled daughter, who is rebelling against her dad.
135 	13 	"Father Time, Part 2" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	December 6, 1987 	137
Steven's rebellious niece defies her father, and has the Keatons examining the meanings of marriage, divorce and parenthood. 	Steven's rebellious niece defies her father, and has the Keatons examining the meanings of marriage, divorce and parenthood. 	Steven's rebellious niece defies her father, and has the Keatons examining the meanings of marriage, divorce and parenthood. 	Steven's rebellious niece defies her father, and has the Keatons examining the meanings of marriage, divorce and parenthood. 	Steven's rebellious niece defies her father, and has the Keatons examining the meanings of marriage, divorce and parenthood. 	Steven's rebellious niece defies her father, and has the Keatons examining the meanings of marriage, divorce and parenthood. 	Steven's rebellious niece defies her father, and has the Keatons examining the meanings of marriage, divorce and parenthood.
136
137 	14
15 	"The American Family" 	Sam Weisman 	Katie Ford 	December 13, 1987 	138
139
Lauren does a term paper on the typical American family, culling memories from the Keatons on their past. 	Lauren does a term paper on the typical American family, culling memories from the Keatons on their past. 	Lauren does a term paper on the typical American family, culling memories from the Keatons on their past. 	Lauren does a term paper on the typical American family, culling memories from the Keatons on their past. 	Lauren does a term paper on the typical American family, culling memories from the Keatons on their past. 	Lauren does a term paper on the typical American family, culling memories from the Keatons on their past. 	Lauren does a term paper on the typical American family, culling memories from the Keatons on their past.
138 	16 	"Anniversary Waltz" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	December 16, 1987 	035
Steven and Elyse argue for a week about their upcoming 20th anniversary party, leading the kids to remind them of their love for each other. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Steven and Elyse argue for a week about their upcoming 20th anniversary party, leading the kids to remind them of their love for each other. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Steven and Elyse argue for a week about their upcoming 20th anniversary party, leading the kids to remind them of their love for each other. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Steven and Elyse argue for a week about their upcoming 20th anniversary party, leading the kids to remind them of their love for each other. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Steven and Elyse argue for a week about their upcoming 20th anniversary party, leading the kids to remind them of their love for each other. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Steven and Elyse argue for a week about their upcoming 20th anniversary party, leading the kids to remind them of their love for each other. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Steven and Elyse argue for a week about their upcoming 20th anniversary party, leading the kids to remind them of their love for each other. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season.
139 	17 	"Miracle in Columbus" 	Lynn Hamrick 	Rob Okun 	December 20, 1987 	141
Alex gets a job as a mall Santa, where he finally gets the spirit of Christmas after he hears a young girl's wish for her father to come home. 	Alex gets a job as a mall Santa, where he finally gets the spirit of Christmas after he hears a young girl's wish for her father to come home. 	Alex gets a job as a mall Santa, where he finally gets the spirit of Christmas after he hears a young girl's wish for her father to come home. 	Alex gets a job as a mall Santa, where he finally gets the spirit of Christmas after he hears a young girl's wish for her father to come home. 	Alex gets a job as a mall Santa, where he finally gets the spirit of Christmas after he hears a young girl's wish for her father to come home. 	Alex gets a job as a mall Santa, where he finally gets the spirit of Christmas after he hears a young girl's wish for her father to come home. 	Alex gets a job as a mall Santa, where he finally gets the spirit of Christmas after he hears a young girl's wish for her father to come home.
140 	18 	"The Play's the Thing" 	Debbie Allen 	Diane Dixon 	January 10, 1988 	140
Steven tries to stage a radical play he wrote in the '60's, but Elyse is reluctant to play the lead role. 	Steven tries to stage a radical play he wrote in the '60's, but Elyse is reluctant to play the lead role. 	Steven tries to stage a radical play he wrote in the '60's, but Elyse is reluctant to play the lead role. 	Steven tries to stage a radical play he wrote in the '60's, but Elyse is reluctant to play the lead role. 	Steven tries to stage a radical play he wrote in the '60's, but Elyse is reluctant to play the lead role. 	Steven tries to stage a radical play he wrote in the '60's, but Elyse is reluctant to play the lead role. 	Steven tries to stage a radical play he wrote in the '60's, but Elyse is reluctant to play the lead role.
141 	19 	"The Spirit of Columbus" 	Sam Weisman 	Charles J. Schlotter 	January 17, 1988 	143
Nick sells one of his sculptures and so Alex starts to believe that Nick's art is worth something. So he makes Nick make 35 more of them to sell. 	Nick sells one of his sculptures and so Alex starts to believe that Nick's art is worth something. So he makes Nick make 35 more of them to sell. 	Nick sells one of his sculptures and so Alex starts to believe that Nick's art is worth something. So he makes Nick make 35 more of them to sell. 	Nick sells one of his sculptures and so Alex starts to believe that Nick's art is worth something. So he makes Nick make 35 more of them to sell. 	Nick sells one of his sculptures and so Alex starts to believe that Nick's art is worth something. So he makes Nick make 35 more of them to sell. 	Nick sells one of his sculptures and so Alex starts to believe that Nick's art is worth something. So he makes Nick make 35 more of them to sell. 	Nick sells one of his sculptures and so Alex starts to believe that Nick's art is worth something. So he makes Nick make 35 more of them to sell.
142 	20 	"The Blues Brother" 	Matthew Diamond 	Burt Pretlusky 	January 24, 1988 	142
Alex encourages former blues musician Eddie Dupree (Brownie McGhee) to come out of retirement. 	Alex encourages former blues musician Eddie Dupree (Brownie McGhee) to come out of retirement. 	Alex encourages former blues musician Eddie Dupree (Brownie McGhee) to come out of retirement. 	Alex encourages former blues musician Eddie Dupree (Brownie McGhee) to come out of retirement. 	Alex encourages former blues musician Eddie Dupree (Brownie McGhee) to come out of retirement. 	Alex encourages former blues musician Eddie Dupree (Brownie McGhee) to come out of retirement. 	Alex encourages former blues musician Eddie Dupree (Brownie McGhee) to come out of retirement.
143 	21 	"Read It and Weep, Part 1" 	Sam Weisman 	Marc Lawrence & Alan Uger 	February 7, 1988 	144
Defying the rules, Jennifer writes her book report on the banned book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". 	Defying the rules, Jennifer writes her book report on the banned book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". 	Defying the rules, Jennifer writes her book report on the banned book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". 	Defying the rules, Jennifer writes her book report on the banned book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". 	Defying the rules, Jennifer writes her book report on the banned book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". 	Defying the rules, Jennifer writes her book report on the banned book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn". 	Defying the rules, Jennifer writes her book report on the banned book "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn".
144 	22 	"Read It and Weep, Part 2" 	Sam Weisman 	Marc Lawrence & Alan Uger 	February 14, 1988 	145
Jennifer's punishment for reading "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" escalates into legal action. 	Jennifer's punishment for reading "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" escalates into legal action. 	Jennifer's punishment for reading "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" escalates into legal action. 	Jennifer's punishment for reading "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" escalates into legal action. 	Jennifer's punishment for reading "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" escalates into legal action. 	Jennifer's punishment for reading "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" escalates into legal action. 	Jennifer's punishment for reading "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" escalates into legal action.
145 	23 	"Quitting Time" 	Matthew Diamond 	Susan Borowitz 	February 21, 1988 	147
When Lauren quits work on her psychology thesis, Alex begins to find her less interesting. 	When Lauren quits work on her psychology thesis, Alex begins to find her less interesting. 	When Lauren quits work on her psychology thesis, Alex begins to find her less interesting. 	When Lauren quits work on her psychology thesis, Alex begins to find her less interesting. 	When Lauren quits work on her psychology thesis, Alex begins to find her less interesting. 	When Lauren quits work on her psychology thesis, Alex begins to find her less interesting. 	When Lauren quits work on her psychology thesis, Alex begins to find her less interesting.
146 	24 	"Spring Reminds Me" 	Matthew Diamond 	Katie Ford 	February 28, 1988 	146
Evelyn Mitchum (Constance McCashin), a former neighbor and mother of Mallory's childhood best friend Rosalie, who had committed suicide, visits the Keatons and reveals that she still has difficulty coping. Meanwhile, Steven unearths his old kit of magic tricks and starts driving the family crazy with them.	Evelyn Mitchum (Constance McCashin), a former neighbor and mother of Mallory's childhood best friend Rosalie, who had committed suicide, visits the Keatons and reveals that she still has difficulty coping. Meanwhile, Steven unearths his old kit of magic tricks and starts driving the family crazy with them.	Evelyn Mitchum (Constance McCashin), a former neighbor and mother of Mallory's childhood best friend Rosalie, who had committed suicide, visits the Keatons and reveals that she still has difficulty coping. Meanwhile, Steven unearths his old kit of magic tricks and starts driving the family crazy with them.	Evelyn Mitchum (Constance McCashin), a former neighbor and mother of Mallory's childhood best friend Rosalie, who had committed suicide, visits the Keatons and reveals that she still has difficulty coping. Meanwhile, Steven unearths his old kit of magic tricks and starts driving the family crazy with them.	Evelyn Mitchum (Constance McCashin), a former neighbor and mother of Mallory's childhood best friend Rosalie, who had committed suicide, visits the Keatons and reveals that she still has difficulty coping. Meanwhile, Steven unearths his old kit of magic tricks and starts driving the family crazy with them.	Evelyn Mitchum (Constance McCashin), a former neighbor and mother of Mallory's childhood best friend Rosalie, who had committed suicide, visits the Keatons and reveals that she still has difficulty coping. Meanwhile, Steven unearths his old kit of magic tricks and starts driving the family crazy with them.	Evelyn Mitchum (Constance McCashin), a former neighbor and mother of Mallory's childhood best friend Rosalie, who had committed suicide, visits the Keatons and reveals that she still has difficulty coping. Meanwhile, Steven unearths his old kit of magic tricks and starts driving the family crazy with them.
147 	25 	"The Boys Next Door" 	Sam Weisman 	Trish Vrandenberg 	March 6, 1988 	148
Elyse's nerdy high school friend visits for a class reunion, hoping to rekindle their relationship. 	Elyse's nerdy high school friend visits for a class reunion, hoping to rekindle their relationship. 	Elyse's nerdy high school friend visits for a class reunion, hoping to rekindle their relationship. 	Elyse's nerdy high school friend visits for a class reunion, hoping to rekindle their relationship. 	Elyse's nerdy high school friend visits for a class reunion, hoping to rekindle their relationship. 	Elyse's nerdy high school friend visits for a class reunion, hoping to rekindle their relationship. 	Elyse's nerdy high school friend visits for a class reunion, hoping to rekindle their relationship.
148 	26 	"Sign of the Times" 	Asaad Kelada 	Matthew Monaher 	March 13, 1988 	150
Andy becomes friends with a new student who is deaf. But when the other kids start teasing him, Andy decides not to talk. 	Andy becomes friends with a new student who is deaf. But when the other kids start teasing him, Andy decides not to talk. 	Andy becomes friends with a new student who is deaf. But when the other kids start teasing him, Andy decides not to talk. 	Andy becomes friends with a new student who is deaf. But when the other kids start teasing him, Andy decides not to talk. 	Andy becomes friends with a new student who is deaf. But when the other kids start teasing him, Andy decides not to talk. 	Andy becomes friends with a new student who is deaf. But when the other kids start teasing him, Andy decides not to talk. 	Andy becomes friends with a new student who is deaf. But when the other kids start teasing him, Andy decides not to talk.
149 	27 	"Return of the Native" 	John Pasquin 	Lloyd Garver 	March 20, 1988 	071
Cousin June (Danielle von Zerneck) returns to the United States after three years abroad in England. She has lots to tell, but the entire family has stories of their own. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Cousin June (Danielle von Zerneck) returns to the United States after three years abroad in England. She has lots to tell, but the entire family has stories of their own. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Cousin June (Danielle von Zerneck) returns to the United States after three years abroad in England. She has lots to tell, but the entire family has stories of their own. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Cousin June (Danielle von Zerneck) returns to the United States after three years abroad in England. She has lots to tell, but the entire family has stories of their own. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Cousin June (Danielle von Zerneck) returns to the United States after three years abroad in England. She has lots to tell, but the entire family has stories of their own. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Cousin June (Danielle von Zerneck) returns to the United States after three years abroad in England. She has lots to tell, but the entire family has stories of their own. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season. 	Cousin June (Danielle von Zerneck) returns to the United States after three years abroad in England. She has lots to tell, but the entire family has stories of their own. This episode breaks the continuity of the 6th season.
150 	28 	"Father, Can You Spare a Dime?" 	Andrew McCullough 	Ben Cardinale & Peter Schreider 	May 1, 1988 	149
Nick is hurting for money after he is rejected for a bank loan, but he doesn't think his estranged father (Dan Hedaya) is the right person to lend him money either. Joseph Gordon Levitt appears as one of the children in Nick's art class. 	Nick is hurting for money after he is rejected for a bank loan, but he doesn't think his estranged father (Dan Hedaya) is the right person to lend him money either. Joseph Gordon Levitt appears as one of the children in Nick's art class. 	Nick is hurting for money after he is rejected for a bank loan, but he doesn't think his estranged father (Dan Hedaya) is the right person to lend him money either. Joseph Gordon Levitt appears as one of the children in Nick's art class. 	Nick is hurting for money after he is rejected for a bank loan, but he doesn't think his estranged father (Dan Hedaya) is the right person to lend him money either. Joseph Gordon Levitt appears as one of the children in Nick's art class. 	Nick is hurting for money after he is rejected for a bank loan, but he doesn't think his estranged father (Dan Hedaya) is the right person to lend him money either. Joseph Gordon Levitt appears as one of the children in Nick's art class. 	Nick is hurting for money after he is rejected for a bank loan, but he doesn't think his estranged father (Dan Hedaya) is the right person to lend him money either. Joseph Gordon Levitt appears as one of the children in Nick's art class. 	Nick is hurting for money after he is rejected for a bank loan, but he doesn't think his estranged father (Dan Hedaya) is the right person to lend him money either. Joseph Gordon Levitt appears as one of the children in Nick's art class.
=== Season 7 (1988–89) ===
No.
overall 	No. in
season 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date 	Prod.
code
151 	1 	"It Happened One Night" 	Matthew Diamond 	Marc Lawrence 	October 30, 1988 	154
Steven, Elyse, and Andy go camping and Jennifer, Alex, and Mallory stay home. After realizing they should have gone with them, Jennifer, Alex, Nick, and Mallory head to the campground. But the car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and they must camp outside. 	Steven, Elyse, and Andy go camping and Jennifer, Alex, and Mallory stay home. After realizing they should have gone with them, Jennifer, Alex, Nick, and Mallory head to the campground. But the car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and they must camp outside. 	Steven, Elyse, and Andy go camping and Jennifer, Alex, and Mallory stay home. After realizing they should have gone with them, Jennifer, Alex, Nick, and Mallory head to the campground. But the car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and they must camp outside. 	Steven, Elyse, and Andy go camping and Jennifer, Alex, and Mallory stay home. After realizing they should have gone with them, Jennifer, Alex, Nick, and Mallory head to the campground. But the car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and they must camp outside. 	Steven, Elyse, and Andy go camping and Jennifer, Alex, and Mallory stay home. After realizing they should have gone with them, Jennifer, Alex, Nick, and Mallory head to the campground. But the car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and they must camp outside. 	Steven, Elyse, and Andy go camping and Jennifer, Alex, and Mallory stay home. After realizing they should have gone with them, Jennifer, Alex, Nick, and Mallory head to the campground. But the car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and they must camp outside. 	Steven, Elyse, and Andy go camping and Jennifer, Alex, and Mallory stay home. After realizing they should have gone with them, Jennifer, Alex, Nick, and Mallory head to the campground. But the car breaks down in the middle of nowhere and they must camp outside.
152 	2 	"Designing Woman" 	Matthew Diamond 	Katie Ford 	November 6, 1988 	155
Mallory gets a job a fashion designing store but finds out her co-worker is stealing her designs. 	Mallory gets a job a fashion designing store but finds out her co-worker is stealing her designs. 	Mallory gets a job a fashion designing store but finds out her co-worker is stealing her designs. 	Mallory gets a job a fashion designing store but finds out her co-worker is stealing her designs. 	Mallory gets a job a fashion designing store but finds out her co-worker is stealing her designs. 	Mallory gets a job a fashion designing store but finds out her co-worker is stealing her designs. 	Mallory gets a job a fashion designing store but finds out her co-worker is stealing her designs.
153 	3 	"Truckers" 	Andrew McCullough 	Shannon Gaughan 	November 13, 1988 	156
Alex feels neglected when Andy would rather spend time with Nick's nephew than with him. 	Alex feels neglected when Andy would rather spend time with Nick's nephew than with him. 	Alex feels neglected when Andy would rather spend time with Nick's nephew than with him. 	Alex feels neglected when Andy would rather spend time with Nick's nephew than with him. 	Alex feels neglected when Andy would rather spend time with Nick's nephew than with him. 	Alex feels neglected when Andy would rather spend time with Nick's nephew than with him. 	Alex feels neglected when Andy would rather spend time with Nick's nephew than with him.
154 	4 	"Beyond Therapy" 	Sam Weisman 	Katie Ford 	November 27, 1988 	158
Lauren encourages Alex to join a therapy group to express his feelings more. 	Lauren encourages Alex to join a therapy group to express his feelings more. 	Lauren encourages Alex to join a therapy group to express his feelings more. 	Lauren encourages Alex to join a therapy group to express his feelings more. 	Lauren encourages Alex to join a therapy group to express his feelings more. 	Lauren encourages Alex to join a therapy group to express his feelings more. 	Lauren encourages Alex to join a therapy group to express his feelings more.
155 	5 	"Heartstrings, Part 1" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	December 4, 1988 	151
The family pulls together after Steven has a heart attack and has to undergo heart surgery. 	The family pulls together after Steven has a heart attack and has to undergo heart surgery. 	The family pulls together after Steven has a heart attack and has to undergo heart surgery. 	The family pulls together after Steven has a heart attack and has to undergo heart surgery. 	The family pulls together after Steven has a heart attack and has to undergo heart surgery. 	The family pulls together after Steven has a heart attack and has to undergo heart surgery. 	The family pulls together after Steven has a heart attack and has to undergo heart surgery.
156 	6 	"Heartstrings, Part 2" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	December 11, 1988 	152
While Steven is in heart surgery, the family holds vigil at the hospital. 	While Steven is in heart surgery, the family holds vigil at the hospital. 	While Steven is in heart surgery, the family holds vigil at the hospital. 	While Steven is in heart surgery, the family holds vigil at the hospital. 	While Steven is in heart surgery, the family holds vigil at the hospital. 	While Steven is in heart surgery, the family holds vigil at the hospital. 	While Steven is in heart surgery, the family holds vigil at the hospital.
157 	7 	"Heartstrings, Part 3" 	Sam Weisman 	Alan Uger 	December 18, 1988 	153
Steven returns home from the hospital and tries to adjust to new restrictions in his life. 	Steven returns home from the hospital and tries to adjust to new restrictions in his life. 	Steven returns home from the hospital and tries to adjust to new restrictions in his life. 	Steven returns home from the hospital and tries to adjust to new restrictions in his life. 	Steven returns home from the hospital and tries to adjust to new restrictions in his life. 	Steven returns home from the hospital and tries to adjust to new restrictions in his life. 	Steven returns home from the hospital and tries to adjust to new restrictions in his life.
158 	8 	"Basic Training" 	Sam Weisman 	Susan Borowitz 	January 1, 1989 	157
Desperately seeking direction in life, Skippy decides to enlist in the Army. But is the Army the best career path for him? Meanwhile, Steven is not allowed to eat fattening foods because of his recent heart attack. 	Desperately seeking direction in life, Skippy decides to enlist in the Army. But is the Army the best career path for him? Meanwhile, Steven is not allowed to eat fattening foods because of his recent heart attack. 	Desperately seeking direction in life, Skippy decides to enlist in the Army. But is the Army the best career path for him? Meanwhile, Steven is not allowed to eat fattening foods because of his recent heart attack. 	Desperately seeking direction in life, Skippy decides to enlist in the Army. But is the Army the best career path for him? Meanwhile, Steven is not allowed to eat fattening foods because of his recent heart attack. 	Desperately seeking direction in life, Skippy decides to enlist in the Army. But is the Army the best career path for him? Meanwhile, Steven is not allowed to eat fattening foods because of his recent heart attack. 	Desperately seeking direction in life, Skippy decides to enlist in the Army. But is the Army the best career path for him? Meanwhile, Steven is not allowed to eat fattening foods because of his recent heart attack. 	Desperately seeking direction in life, Skippy decides to enlist in the Army. But is the Army the best career path for him? Meanwhile, Steven is not allowed to eat fattening foods because of his recent heart attack.
159 	9 	"Deja Vu" 	Matthew Diamond 	Susan Borowitz 	January 8, 1989 	160
Jennifer starts dating Mallory's ex-boyfriend's younger brother, Josh. But when Mallory finds out that Josh wants to follow in his brother's footsteps, she thinks that he will dump Jennifer just like Jeff dumped her. 	Jennifer starts dating Mallory's ex-boyfriend's younger brother, Josh. But when Mallory finds out that Josh wants to follow in his brother's footsteps, she thinks that he will dump Jennifer just like Jeff dumped her. 	Jennifer starts dating Mallory's ex-boyfriend's younger brother, Josh. But when Mallory finds out that Josh wants to follow in his brother's footsteps, she thinks that he will dump Jennifer just like Jeff dumped her. 	Jennifer starts dating Mallory's ex-boyfriend's younger brother, Josh. But when Mallory finds out that Josh wants to follow in his brother's footsteps, she thinks that he will dump Jennifer just like Jeff dumped her. 	Jennifer starts dating Mallory's ex-boyfriend's younger brother, Josh. But when Mallory finds out that Josh wants to follow in his brother's footsteps, she thinks that he will dump Jennifer just like Jeff dumped her. 	Jennifer starts dating Mallory's ex-boyfriend's younger brother, Josh. But when Mallory finds out that Josh wants to follow in his brother's footsteps, she thinks that he will dump Jennifer just like Jeff dumped her. 	Jennifer starts dating Mallory's ex-boyfriend's younger brother, Josh. But when Mallory finds out that Josh wants to follow in his brother's footsteps, she thinks that he will dump Jennifer just like Jeff dumped her.
160 	10 	"Nick's Best Friend" 	Sam Weisman 	Katie Ford 	January 15, 1989 	159
Nick is reunited with his old dog Scrapper after his mother moves into an apartment that does not allow pets. But after the dog is struck by a car and critically injured, Nick is forced to make a heart-wrenching decision. 	Nick is reunited with his old dog Scrapper after his mother moves into an apartment that does not allow pets. But after the dog is struck by a car and critically injured, Nick is forced to make a heart-wrenching decision. 	Nick is reunited with his old dog Scrapper after his mother moves into an apartment that does not allow pets. But after the dog is struck by a car and critically injured, Nick is forced to make a heart-wrenching decision. 	Nick is reunited with his old dog Scrapper after his mother moves into an apartment that does not allow pets. But after the dog is struck by a car and critically injured, Nick is forced to make a heart-wrenching decision. 	Nick is reunited with his old dog Scrapper after his mother moves into an apartment that does not allow pets. But after the dog is struck by a car and critically injured, Nick is forced to make a heart-wrenching decision. 	Nick is reunited with his old dog Scrapper after his mother moves into an apartment that does not allow pets. But after the dog is struck by a car and critically injured, Nick is forced to make a heart-wrenching decision. 	Nick is reunited with his old dog Scrapper after his mother moves into an apartment that does not allow pets. But after the dog is struck by a car and critically injured, Nick is forced to make a heart-wrenching decision.
161 	11 	"Get Me to the Living Room on Time" 	Sam Weisman 	Matthew Monaher 	January 29, 1989 	161
Andy becomes friends with two senior citizens at a retirement home, Joseph and Eva. Steven decides to make them the focus of his new documentary. While the documentary is being recorded, Joseph proposes to Eva, who accepts. But Joseph's son, David, does not approve of their marriage. 	Andy becomes friends with two senior citizens at a retirement home, Joseph and Eva. Steven decides to make them the focus of his new documentary. While the documentary is being recorded, Joseph proposes to Eva, who accepts. But Joseph's son, David, does not approve of their marriage. 	Andy becomes friends with two senior citizens at a retirement home, Joseph and Eva. Steven decides to make them the focus of his new documentary. While the documentary is being recorded, Joseph proposes to Eva, who accepts. But Joseph's son, David, does not approve of their marriage. 	Andy becomes friends with two senior citizens at a retirement home, Joseph and Eva. Steven decides to make them the focus of his new documentary. While the documentary is being recorded, Joseph proposes to Eva, who accepts. But Joseph's son, David, does not approve of their marriage. 	Andy becomes friends with two senior citizens at a retirement home, Joseph and Eva. Steven decides to make them the focus of his new documentary. While the documentary is being recorded, Joseph proposes to Eva, who accepts. But Joseph's son, David, does not approve of their marriage. 	Andy becomes friends with two senior citizens at a retirement home, Joseph and Eva. Steven decides to make them the focus of his new documentary. While the documentary is being recorded, Joseph proposes to Eva, who accepts. But Joseph's son, David, does not approve of their marriage. 	Andy becomes friends with two senior citizens at a retirement home, Joseph and Eva. Steven decides to make them the focus of his new documentary. While the documentary is being recorded, Joseph proposes to Eva, who accepts. But Joseph's son, David, does not approve of their marriage.
162 	12 	"The Job Not Taken" 	Andrew McCullough 	Marc Lawrence 	February 5, 1989 	162
When Alex's friend, Paul Corman, gets Alex a job, Paul gets fired. Alex starts to feel guilty, so he quits. 	When Alex's friend, Paul Corman, gets Alex a job, Paul gets fired. Alex starts to feel guilty, so he quits. 	When Alex's friend, Paul Corman, gets Alex a job, Paul gets fired. Alex starts to feel guilty, so he quits. 	When Alex's friend, Paul Corman, gets Alex a job, Paul gets fired. Alex starts to feel guilty, so he quits. 	When Alex's friend, Paul Corman, gets Alex a job, Paul gets fired. Alex starts to feel guilty, so he quits. 	When Alex's friend, Paul Corman, gets Alex a job, Paul gets fired. Alex starts to feel guilty, so he quits. 	When Alex's friend, Paul Corman, gets Alex a job, Paul gets fired. Alex starts to feel guilty, so he quits.
163 	13 	"The Wrecker's Ball" 	Sam Weisman 	Douglas Wyman 	February 12, 1989 	163
When the first building Elyse designed faces the wrecking ball, the entire family rallies behind her attempts to block the demolition. 	When the first building Elyse designed faces the wrecking ball, the entire family rallies behind her attempts to block the demolition. 	When the first building Elyse designed faces the wrecking ball, the entire family rallies behind her attempts to block the demolition. 	When the first building Elyse designed faces the wrecking ball, the entire family rallies behind her attempts to block the demolition. 	When the first building Elyse designed faces the wrecking ball, the entire family rallies behind her attempts to block the demolition. 	When the first building Elyse designed faces the wrecking ball, the entire family rallies behind her attempts to block the demolition. 	When the first building Elyse designed faces the wrecking ball, the entire family rallies behind her attempts to block the demolition.
164 	14 	"My Best Friend's Girl" 	Sam Weisman 	Bruce Helford 	February 19, 1989 	165
Lauren tries to play matchmaker for Skippy as a favor to Alex, but Skippy ends up falling in love with her. Steven and Elyse both think they can teach Jennifer to drive better, so they compete. Maura Tierney plays Skippy's lab partner. 	Lauren tries to play matchmaker for Skippy as a favor to Alex, but Skippy ends up falling in love with her. Steven and Elyse both think they can teach Jennifer to drive better, so they compete. Maura Tierney plays Skippy's lab partner. 	Lauren tries to play matchmaker for Skippy as a favor to Alex, but Skippy ends up falling in love with her. Steven and Elyse both think they can teach Jennifer to drive better, so they compete. Maura Tierney plays Skippy's lab partner. 	Lauren tries to play matchmaker for Skippy as a favor to Alex, but Skippy ends up falling in love with her. Steven and Elyse both think they can teach Jennifer to drive better, so they compete. Maura Tierney plays Skippy's lab partner. 	Lauren tries to play matchmaker for Skippy as a favor to Alex, but Skippy ends up falling in love with her. Steven and Elyse both think they can teach Jennifer to drive better, so they compete. Maura Tierney plays Skippy's lab partner. 	Lauren tries to play matchmaker for Skippy as a favor to Alex, but Skippy ends up falling in love with her. Steven and Elyse both think they can teach Jennifer to drive better, so they compete. Maura Tierney plays Skippy's lab partner. 	Lauren tries to play matchmaker for Skippy as a favor to Alex, but Skippy ends up falling in love with her. Steven and Elyse both think they can teach Jennifer to drive better, so they compete. Maura Tierney plays Skippy's lab partner.
165 	15 	"'Til Her Daddy Takes the T-Bird Away" 	Matthew Diamond 	Susan Borowitz 	February 26, 1989 	166
Mallory's plans to buy a car from Nick's father's used car lot are stalled when Steven refuses to co-sign her loan. 	Mallory's plans to buy a car from Nick's father's used car lot are stalled when Steven refuses to co-sign her loan. 	Mallory's plans to buy a car from Nick's father's used car lot are stalled when Steven refuses to co-sign her loan. 	Mallory's plans to buy a car from Nick's father's used car lot are stalled when Steven refuses to co-sign her loan. 	Mallory's plans to buy a car from Nick's father's used car lot are stalled when Steven refuses to co-sign her loan. 	Mallory's plans to buy a car from Nick's father's used car lot are stalled when Steven refuses to co-sign her loan. 	Mallory's plans to buy a car from Nick's father's used car lot are stalled when Steven refuses to co-sign her loan.
166 	16 	"Simon Says" 	Matthew Diamond 	Katie Ford 	March 5, 1989 	164
Jennifer and Simon get jobs at a fast food restaurant. 	Jennifer and Simon get jobs at a fast food restaurant. 	Jennifer and Simon get jobs at a fast food restaurant. 	Jennifer and Simon get jobs at a fast food restaurant. 	Jennifer and Simon get jobs at a fast food restaurant. 	Jennifer and Simon get jobs at a fast food restaurant. 	Jennifer and Simon get jobs at a fast food restaurant.
167 	17 	"All in the Neighborhood, Part 1" 	Matthew Diamond 	Ruth Bennett 	March 12, 1989 	167
When their African-American friends move into the neighborhood, the Keatons are shocked and saddened to learn racism still exists among some of their neighbors. 	When their African-American friends move into the neighborhood, the Keatons are shocked and saddened to learn racism still exists among some of their neighbors. 	When their African-American friends move into the neighborhood, the Keatons are shocked and saddened to learn racism still exists among some of their neighbors. 	When their African-American friends move into the neighborhood, the Keatons are shocked and saddened to learn racism still exists among some of their neighbors. 	When their African-American friends move into the neighborhood, the Keatons are shocked and saddened to learn racism still exists among some of their neighbors. 	When their African-American friends move into the neighborhood, the Keatons are shocked and saddened to learn racism still exists among some of their neighbors. 	When their African-American friends move into the neighborhood, the Keatons are shocked and saddened to learn racism still exists among some of their neighbors.
168 	18 	"All in the Neighborhood, Part 2" 	Matthew Diamond 	Ruth Bennett 	March 19, 1989 	168
After their new neighbors' home is vandalized, the Keatons continue to battle racism in their own backyard and rally to support their friends. 	After their new neighbors' home is vandalized, the Keatons continue to battle racism in their own backyard and rally to support their friends. 	After their new neighbors' home is vandalized, the Keatons continue to battle racism in their own backyard and rally to support their friends. 	After their new neighbors' home is vandalized, the Keatons continue to battle racism in their own backyard and rally to support their friends. 	After their new neighbors' home is vandalized, the Keatons continue to battle racism in their own backyard and rally to support their friends. 	After their new neighbors' home is vandalized, the Keatons continue to battle racism in their own backyard and rally to support their friends. 	After their new neighbors' home is vandalized, the Keatons continue to battle racism in their own backyard and rally to support their friends.
169 	19 	"They Can't Take That Away From Me, Part 1" 	Matthew Diamond 	Marc Lawrence 	April 2, 1989 	171
With Lauren away, Alex begins tutoring a young co-ed and starts to develop romantic feelings for her. 	With Lauren away, Alex begins tutoring a young co-ed and starts to develop romantic feelings for her. 	With Lauren away, Alex begins tutoring a young co-ed and starts to develop romantic feelings for her. 	With Lauren away, Alex begins tutoring a young co-ed and starts to develop romantic feelings for her. 	With Lauren away, Alex begins tutoring a young co-ed and starts to develop romantic feelings for her. 	With Lauren away, Alex begins tutoring a young co-ed and starts to develop romantic feelings for her. 	With Lauren away, Alex begins tutoring a young co-ed and starts to develop romantic feelings for her.
170 	20 	"They Can't Take That Away From Me, Part 2" 	Matthew Diamond 	Marc Lawrence 	April 9, 1989 	171
On the brink of graduation, Alex must choose between Lauren and a pretty music student who has captured his attention. 	On the brink of graduation, Alex must choose between Lauren and a pretty music student who has captured his attention. 	On the brink of graduation, Alex must choose between Lauren and a pretty music student who has captured his attention. 	On the brink of graduation, Alex must choose between Lauren and a pretty music student who has captured his attention. 	On the brink of graduation, Alex must choose between Lauren and a pretty music student who has captured his attention. 	On the brink of graduation, Alex must choose between Lauren and a pretty music student who has captured his attention. 	On the brink of graduation, Alex must choose between Lauren and a pretty music student who has captured his attention.
171 	21 	"Rain Forests Keep Falling on My Head" 	Rita Rogers 	Bruce Helford 	April 16, 1989 	173
When Jennifer becomes obsessed with saving the environment, she makes everybody use things that are not a hazard. Steven and Elyse suggest she see the school counselor. 	When Jennifer becomes obsessed with saving the environment, she makes everybody use things that are not a hazard. Steven and Elyse suggest she see the school counselor. 	When Jennifer becomes obsessed with saving the environment, she makes everybody use things that are not a hazard. Steven and Elyse suggest she see the school counselor. 	When Jennifer becomes obsessed with saving the environment, she makes everybody use things that are not a hazard. Steven and Elyse suggest she see the school counselor. 	When Jennifer becomes obsessed with saving the environment, she makes everybody use things that are not a hazard. Steven and Elyse suggest she see the school counselor. 	When Jennifer becomes obsessed with saving the environment, she makes everybody use things that are not a hazard. Steven and Elyse suggest she see the school counselor. 	When Jennifer becomes obsessed with saving the environment, she makes everybody use things that are not a hazard. Steven and Elyse suggest she see the school counselor.
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23 	"Wrap Around the Clock" 	Matthew Diamond 	Katie Ford 	April 23, 1989 	169
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The Keatons look back on pleasant memories while filling in Andy's time capsule. 	The Keatons look back on pleasant memories while filling in Andy's time capsule. 	The Keatons look back on pleasant memories while filling in Andy's time capsule. 	The Keatons look back on pleasant memories while filling in Andy's time capsule. 	The Keatons look back on pleasant memories while filling in Andy's time capsule. 	The Keatons look back on pleasant memories while filling in Andy's time capsule. 	The Keatons look back on pleasant memories while filling in Andy's time capsule.
174 	24 	"Mr. Keaton Takes a Vacation" 	Sam Weisman 	Shannon Gaughan 	May 7, 1989 	174
Steven finally expresses his true feelings about Nick when he moves in with the family for a week. 	Steven finally expresses his true feelings about Nick when he moves in with the family for a week. 	Steven finally expresses his true feelings about Nick when he moves in with the family for a week. 	Steven finally expresses his true feelings about Nick when he moves in with the family for a week. 	Steven finally expresses his true feelings about Nick when he moves in with the family for a week. 	Steven finally expresses his true feelings about Nick when he moves in with the family for a week. 	Steven finally expresses his true feelings about Nick when he moves in with the family for a week.
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26 	"Alex Doesn't Live Here Anymore" 	Sam Weisman 	Susan Borowitz & Katie Ford & Marc Lawrence & Alan Uger 	May 14, 1989 	175
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When Alex lands his dream job in New York, everyone (except Elyse) is delighted for him. At the end of the show, the cast and the show's creator Gary David Goldberg come out for a final curtain call.Note: In 2011, the series finale was ranked #24 on the TV Guide Network special, TV's Most Unforgettable Finales.[7]	When Alex lands his dream job in New York, everyone (except Elyse) is delighted for him. At the end of the show, the cast and the show's creator Gary David Goldberg come out for a final curtain call.Note: In 2011, the series finale was ranked #24 on the TV Guide Network special, TV's Most Unforgettable Finales.[7]	When Alex lands his dream job in New York, everyone (except Elyse) is delighted for him. At the end of the show, the cast and the show's creator Gary David Goldberg come out for a final curtain call.Note: In 2011, the series finale was ranked #24 on the TV Guide Network special, TV's Most Unforgettable Finales.[7]	When Alex lands his dream job in New York, everyone (except Elyse) is delighted for him. At the end of the show, the cast and the show's creator Gary David Goldberg come out for a final curtain call.Note: In 2011, the series finale was ranked #24 on the TV Guide Network special, TV's Most Unforgettable Finales.[7]	When Alex lands his dream job in New York, everyone (except Elyse) is delighted for him. At the end of the show, the cast and the show's creator Gary David Goldberg come out for a final curtain call.Note: In 2011, the series finale was ranked #24 on the TV Guide Network special, TV's Most Unforgettable Finales.[7]	When Alex lands his dream job in New York, everyone (except Elyse) is delighted for him. At the end of the show, the cast and the show's creator Gary David Goldberg come out for a final curtain call.Note: In 2011, the series finale was ranked #24 on the TV Guide Network special, TV's Most Unforgettable Finales.[7]	When Alex lands his dream job in New York, everyone (except Elyse) is delighted for him. At the end of the show, the cast and the show's creator Gary David Goldberg come out for a final curtain call.Note: In 2011, the series finale was ranked #24 on the TV Guide Network special, TV's Most Unforgettable Finales.[7]
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