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Perfect Strangers (1986 – 1993)

1986 • 8 seasons • Comedy • TV-PG
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Perfect StrangersSeason 5

24 episodes · Sep 22, 1989

1. Good Skates
Sep 22, 1989 · 23m

Discovering that Grant, one of Jennifer’s colleagues, was gaining favor with her through a fundraising roller skating marathon benefiting “Big Brothers,” Larry felt a pang of jealousy. Determined to capture Jennifer's attention, he fabricat

2. Lie-Ability
Sep 29, 1989 · 23m

Following a slight fender-bender, Mr. Gorpley advised Larry to pursue legal action. Consequently, Larry began formulating a scheme to deceive an insurance company, intending to secure funds for his sister Elaine’s education. As always, Balk

3. The Newsletter
Oct 6, 1989 · 23m

Tasked with overseeing the Chronicle Newsletter, Balki found himself quickly overshadowed when Larry interjected, urging him to pursue more substantial stories. The resulting investigation proved disastrous; Balki inadvertently exposed Lydi

4. Tooth or Consequences
Oct 13, 1989 · 23m

Balki developed a cavity, prompting Larry to schedule a dentist’s appointment for them both. Initially, Balki was enthusiastic, charmed by Larry's description of the fascinating equipment. However, his eagerness vanished entirely upon heari

5. Dog Day Mid-Afternoon
Oct 20, 1989 · 23m

Larry secured his first front-page story with an exposé detailing a complex money laundering scheme. Yet, his satisfaction quickly soured when he discovered that Marshall & Walpole were claiming full credit for his work. Simultaneously, Mar

6. Poetry in Motion
Nov 5, 1989 · 23m

Larry and Balki made a remarkable discovery: the renowned poet Lowell Kelly had once resided in their apartment, and an unpublished poem of his remained hidden within its walls. A search began, fueled by the possibility of finding this lost

7. Father Knows Best (1)
Nov 10, 1989 · 23m

Driven by a desperate need for his father’s approval – specifically, the elusive praise of "Well done, son" – Larry prepared meticulously for his visit. His father, a man defined by exacting standards, was arriving, and Larry intended to im

8. Father Knows Best (2)
Nov 17, 1989 · 23m

Larry, Balki, Jennifer, Mary Anne, Lydia and Mr. Gorpley – along with Larry’s father – found themselves stranded in the rapidly flooding basement. Larry tried desperately to find a solution, but his efforts proved largely ineffective. Facin

9. Hello Ball
Nov 24, 1989 · 23m

With his father’s arrival in town, Larry felt compelled to make a good impression. Golf seemed the perfect opportunity, and they set off for the course. Larry was a skilled player, but Mr. Lyons proved himself both a terrible golfer and an

10. Almost Live from Chicago
Dec 1, 1989 · 23m

Lydia received an offer to host her own television advice program, yet a significant hurdle stood in her way: a paralyzing fear of being on camera. Larry, however, is determined she should accept, driven by regret over a youthful decision –

11. Home Movies
Dec 8, 1989 · 23m

Balki longed to share a home movie with his mother for the upcoming family gathering, a reunion he would sadly be unable to attend. However, Larry seized control of the camera and proceeded to indulge in an elaborate display of filmmaking p

12. Everybody in the Pool
Dec 15, 1989 · 23m

Balki tried his hand at the office football pool for the first time at the Chronicle and unexpectedly won. He continued his streak, claiming victory for five weeks running, which drew the ire of everyone but Larry. Seeing an opportunity, La

13. Because They're Cousins
Jan 5, 1990 · 23m

Balki’s cousin, Bartok, had arrived for a visit from Mypos, traveling via Los Angeles, and had been staying with him for the past six months. Bartok bore an uncanny resemblance to Balki, yet he was noticeably changed; his accent had vanishe

14. Disorderly Orderlies
Jan 12, 1990 · 23m

Balki attempted to persuade Larry to offer his time as a volunteer at the local hospital, but Larry resisted the suggestion entirely—until it was revealed that a celebrated footballer was among the patients. Suddenly, the prospect of securi

15. The Selling of Mypos
Jan 26, 1990 · 23m

When a large Chicago corporation set its sights on acquiring three hundred acres of land on Mypos, Balki was selected to handle the negotiations, and he enlisted Larry’s assistance to see him through. Offered ten percent of the total sale p

16. Nightmare Vacation
Feb 2, 1990 · 23m

Larry had finally secured what seemed like the ideal getaway, and Balki, Jennifer, and Mary Anne, willing to offer him one last opportunity, agreed to let him handle the arrangements again. Their destination was Club Paradise, a tropical re

17. Three's a Crowd
Feb 9, 1990 · 23m

A disagreement flared between Jennifer and Mary Anne during a board game, escalating until Mary Anne decided to move out, taking up residence with Larry and Balki at Balki’s urging. This arrangement deeply troubled Larry, as he feared it wo

18. Blast From the Past
Feb 16, 1990 · 23m

A distinctly unsettling evening unfolded when Marvin Berman—the man who’d previously attempted to destroy Larry and Balki—arrived at their apartment for dinner, ostensibly to offer an apology. However, a series of misunderstandings led them

19. He's the Boss
Feb 23, 1990 · 23m

With the arrival of Mr. Wainwright’s new personal assistant, Mr. Glover, Balki finds himself unexpectedly elevated to the executive staff. He remains blissfully unaware, however, that this promotion is part of a calculated plan by Mr. Glove

20. Here Comes the Judge
Mar 9, 1990 · 23m

With Balki’s unexpected election as chair of the grievance committee, Lydia found herself facing a series of parking citations and attempted to sway his decisions with a gift of fluffy bunny slippers. However, Larry cautioned Balki against

21. This Old House
Mar 30, 1990 · 23m

Larry devised a scheme to amass a fortune, persuading Balki to invest in a house with no initial payment. The idea was to renovate the property and then sell it for a substantial profit. He secured an agreement worth $150,000, but quickly s

22. Eyewitless Reports
Apr 11, 1990 · 23m

The Chronicle Tour arranged a weekend getaway for Mr. Gorpley, Larry and Balki & Jennifer, and Mary Anne, sending them to a secluded cabin nestled deep within the forest. There, they unwittingly crossed paths with a dangerous escaped convic

23. Bye, Bye Birdie
Apr 13, 1990 · 23m

Balki quickly developed a deep affection for his new pet parrot, much to Larry’s considerable exasperation. Simultaneously, their chimney became blocked, and when Larry attempted to start a fire, he was forced to open the window to vent the

24. Digging Up the News
Apr 27, 1990 · 23m

Larry was tasked with interviewing Uncle Shaggy, the beloved host of a children's television program. Hoping for an informal shot, he persuaded Balki to photograph him without Uncle Shaggy’s usual costume. However, this seemingly innocuous

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