Family Ties
Chronicles liberal ex-hippies Steven and Elyse Keaton, their conservative son Alex, daughters Mallory and Jennifer, and later, youngest child Andrew.
Tender is the Knight
When pretty Carrie Newman and her mother Julia come to visit the Keatons, Carrie's forward behavior sends Alex into a panic.
The Homecoming
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 the school and merely grasping at the familiar.
The Harder They Fall
Alex anxiously awaits a crucial college recommendation from his English teacher.
To Snatch a Keith
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.
Speed Trap
When Alex takes diet pills for a lift during midterms, his dependency level increases daily.
Batter Up
Steven and Elyse worry that Jennifer's softball team coach is pushing the girls too hard.
Not An Affair to Remember
Steven's assistant at the station is bright, talented, funny, and witty...and in love with him.
Working At It
Elyse feels the need to expand her horizons.
Sweet Lorraine
While working as a DJ at the school radio station, Alex strikes up a telephone friendship with caller Lorraine Ferrar.
This Year's Model
Mallory secretly submits a picture of Elyse and herself to an ad agency for a mother-daughter-modeling contest.
Birthday Boy
On his 18th birthday, Alex defies his mother and goes off with some of his buddies to celebrate at an out-of-town nightclub.
Diary of a Young Girl
In the hospital awaiting a tonsillectomy, Jennifer fears she may never see her family again.
Anniversary Waltz
For their 20th anniversary, Steven wants a small gathering, but Elyse wants a big party. Everything goes wrong, leading to constant arguing - with the kids worrying how things might end.
Go Tigers
Alex is both amazed and furious when a critical admissions interview at Princeton University is shattered by his hysterical sister Mallory.
A Keaton Christmas Carol
A cynical Alex finds the spirit of Christmas in a dream.
'M' Is For the Many Things
Elyse is shocked by her soon-to-be-divorced mother's quick and free-spirited plunge into the singles world.
Say Uncle
Alex discovers that his idol, young Uncle Ned, has a serious drinking problem.
Ladies Man
Alex pretends to support the Equal Rights Amendment to impress a pretty feminist.
Ready Or Not
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.
Lady Sings the Blues
Elyse is excited at the prospect of reviving her folk-singing career at a local nightclub.
The Graduate
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.
Double Date
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.
