Season 2
Episode Guide
Tender is the Knight
S2
E1
Sep 29, 1983
When pretty Carrie Newman and her mother Julia come to visit the Keatons, Carrie's forward behavior sends Alex into a panic.
The Homecoming
S2
E2
Oct 13, 1983
When Mallory's boyfriend Jeff arrives home from college and wants to go steady, she's elated, but it's soon apparent that he's a little awed by school and merely grasping at the familiar.
The Harder They Fall
S2
E3
Oct 20, 1983
Alex anxiously awaits a crucial college recommendation from his English teacher.
This Year's Model
S2
E4
Oct 27, 1983
Mallory secretly submits a picture of Elyse and herself to an ad agency for a mother-daughter-modeling contest.
Not An Affair to Remember
S2
E5
Nov 3, 1983
Steven's assistant at the station is bright, talented, funny, and witty...and in love with him.
Speed Trap
S2
E6
Nov 10, 1983
When Alex takes diet pills for a lift during midterms, his dependency level increases daily.
Sweet Lorraine
S2
E7
Nov 17, 1983
While working as a DJ at the school radio station, Alex strikes up a telephone friendship with caller Lorraine Ferrar.
Batter Up
S2
E8
Dec 1, 1983
Steven and Elyse worry that the Jennifer's softball team coach is pushing the girls too hard.
A Keaton Christmas Carol
S2
E9
Dec 15, 1983
A cynical Alex finds the spirit of Christmas in a dream.
To Snatch a Keith
S2
E10
Dec 22, 1983
Steven and Elyse realize how lucky they are when their friends come over for a visit, but are unaware that it will be for the last time.
Birthday Boy
S2
E11
Jan 6, 1984
On his 18th birthday, Alex defies his mother and goes off with some of his buddies to celebrate at an out-of-town nightclub.
Go Tigers
S2
E12
Jan 13, 1984
Alex is both amazed and furious when a critical admissions interview at Princeton University is shattered by his hysterical sister Mallory.
'M' Is For the Many Things
S2
E13
Jan 20, 1984
Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world.
Say Uncle
S2
E14
Jan 27, 1984
Alex discovers that his idol, young Uncle Ned, has a serious drinking problem.
Ladies Man
S2
E15
Feb 3, 1984
Alex pretends to support the Equal Rights Amendment to impress a pretty feminist.
Ready Or Not
S2
E16
Feb 10, 1984
Mallory turns to Alex for some advice when she begins to fear she'll lose her new boyfriend unless she agrees to his pleas for a more "adult" romance.
Double Date
S2
E17
Feb 17, 1984
Alex courts disaster when he invites two dates to the senior prom. He devises an elaborate scheme for escorting each of the unknowing girls on a night to remember.
Lady Sings the Blues
S2
E18
Feb 24, 1984
Elyse is excited at the prospect of reviving her folk-singing career at a local nightclub.
Baby Boy Doe
S2
E19
Mar 9, 1984
When Alex's pal Skippy discovers he's adopted, Alex helps him cope with the shocking news.
The Graduate
S2
E20
Mar 16, 1984
Alex is so sure that he will be named valedictorian of his class that he can't cope with the thought of being defeated by a girl-especially his girl.
Diary of a Young Girl
S2
E21
May 4, 1984
In the hospital awaiting a tonsillectomy, Jennifer fears she may never see her family again.
Working At It
S2
E22
May 11, 1984
Elyse feels the need to expand her horizons.