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The King of Queens (1998 – 2007)

1998 • 9 seasons • Drama, Horror • TV-PG
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The King of Queens — Season 1

  • Sep 21, 1998First aired
  • 25 episodesin this season
  • 25mavg. runtime
#Episode nameAir dateRuntimeRating
0123mPilotThe quiet of their home was shattered when Eleanor’s father arrived, seeking a place to live. Their sanctuary became a shared space, and the comfortable rhythm of their lives shifted under the weight of his presence.Sep 21, 19987.1Sep 21, 199823m7.10223mFat CityDoug watched his daughter with a growing unease. Her mother was a woman of considerable build, and the sight of her left Doug with a persistent worry about Carrie’s figure. He found himself increasingly preoccupied with the possibility that Carrie might follow in her mother's footsteps. Consumed by this concern, Doug devised a plan, a subtle manipulation intended to steer Carrie towards a healthier lifestyle. He orchestrated a series of carefully laid schemes, subtly encouraging her to embarkSep 28, 19987.3Sep 28, 199823m7.30323mCello, GoodbyeThe sleek lines of the Jaguar hinted at a world apart, a privilege beyond reach. She rode in quiet contemplation, unaware of the melody that awaited. He drove her home, a gesture of courtesy that unknowingly unlocked a future filled with soaring strings and shared moments. The tickets, a simple token, held the promise of something more, a bridge between their worlds. But as the car pulled up, a subtle unease settled within him – a premonition that the journey had just begun, and the stakes werOct 5, 19987.3Oct 5, 199823m7.30422mRichie's SongThe remnants of the meal lay scattered like forgotten promises. A strained silence filled the room, heavy with unspoken things. The air itself seemed thick with the aftermath of a disaster, a palpable tension clinging to every surface. It was in that quiet devastation, amidst the wreckage of good intentions and shattered composure, that the truth began to unfurl. A secret, delicate and sharp, revealed itself in the fractured landscape of a disastrous evening.Oct 12, 19987.4Oct 12, 199822m7.40525mPaternal AffairsA disquiet settled over him as news of Arthur’s burgeoning romance with his aunt reached his ears. The unease deepened with each detail, culminating in a chilling realization: their clandestine meetings were taking place in the basement.Oct 19, 19987.4Oct 19, 199825m7.40625mHead FirstDoug took Arthur out for the night, and Carrie expressed her gratitude with a passionate affection that encouraged Doug to spend more time with him.Oct 26, 19987.4Oct 26, 199825m7.40725mThe RockThe jeweler carefully cleaned the engagement ring, revealing its brilliance. A surprising discovery followed: the stone was exceptionally valuable. He informed her that he would purchase it outright, offering a sum of twelve thousand dollars.Nov 2, 19987.4Nov 2, 199825m7.40825mEducating DougHe sought enlightenment in the pages of the Victorian novel, enrolling in a course with hopeful anticipation. Yet, despite the promise of literary discovery, he found himself stalled, unable to penetrate beyond the second page of "Jane Eyre."Nov 9, 19987.4Nov 9, 199825m7.40925mRoad RaygeA persistent need shadowed Carrie’s efforts to study, while Arthur’s attention-seeking behavior proved a constant distraction.Nov 16, 19987.6Nov 16, 199825m7.61025mSupermarket StoryThe bustling market day before Thanksgiving held a languid air for Doug and Arthur. While surrounded by the throng, Arthur managed to shame Carrie into envisioning a grand feast.Dec 7, 19988.0Dec 7, 199825m8.01125mNoel CowardsArthur surprised Doug and Carrie with a new car—a rather underwhelming compact manufactured in Luxembourg.Dec 14, 19987.3Dec 14, 199825m7.31225mFixer UpperHe was settling in, a comfortable rhythm to the afternoon. The work flowed easily, a pleasant hum punctuated by the occasional shared glance with his colleague. Everything felt right, progressing smoothly, until Doug offered an unsolicited piece of counsel regarding his relationship.Dec 21, 19987.1Dec 21, 199825m7.11325mBest ManA secret, long held, settled upon Carrie like a shroud as she approached the wedding. The realization, sharp and unexpected, pierced through the carefully constructed facade of normalcy. She and the groom – a man from her childhood – had once shared a night of intimacy. The knowledge hung in the air, heavy and unspoken, a silent testament to a past she thought buried. It colored every smile, every shared glance, with an undercurrent of complicated history. Before stepping into the ceremony,Jan 11, 19997.4Jan 11, 199925m7.41425mDog DaysThe incessant barking was a nightly torment. Doug and Carrie tossed and turned, their sleep stolen by the neighbor’s dog. Doug found himself increasingly frustrated, a simmering resentment building with each yap. He longed for a peaceful night, a respite from the relentless noise. Yet, the thought of confrontation felt daunting. How could he address the issue without escalating the situation? The problem seemed insurmountable, the quiet desperation growing with each dawn.Jan 18, 19997.4Jan 18, 199925m7.41525mCrappy BirthdayHe spoke of grand designs for her thirtieth, a lavish celebration meticulously planned. Yet, in the frantic scramble to finalize the details, a certain chaos ensued, a last-minute flurry of activity that threatened to unravel the carefully constructed vision.Feb 2, 19996.8Feb 2, 199925m6.81625mS'Ain't Valentine'sThe senior dance was a flurry of hearts and hesitant steps, a vibrant tableau of affection. Amidst the joyful chaos, a connection sparked – a shared glance, a gentle touch, a moment of unexpected intimacy between two souls.Feb 8, 19997.8Feb 8, 199925m7.81725mCourt DateHe lingered, a hesitant question in his eyes. "Would you… perhaps consider dinner sometime?" Carrie hesitated, a flicker of amusement crossing her face. "Dinner? With *you*?" A slow smile spread across his features. "I'd like that very much. Until the court date, at least." He paused, letting the implication hang in the air. "Consider it a… pre-trial engagement." Carrie laughed, a genuine sound that surprised even herself. "Alright, Doug," she said, a playful glint in her eyes. "You'vFeb 15, 19997.6Feb 15, 199925m7.61825mWhite CollarDoug’s ascent to the shift supervisor position was a cruel irony. While the promotion should have been a cause for celebration, it only deepened his discontent. The work itself grated on him, a constant source of frustration. Adding to his burden was the pervasive feeling that he had been passed over due to his race. Deacon felt keenly the sting of being overlooked, a weight compounded by the knowledge that his skin color played a role in the decision.Feb 22, 19997.6Feb 22, 199925m7.61925mRayny DayFor many, the holiday season brings respite and joy. But for Carrie, it meant scrubbing her kitchen; for Doug, a frustrating attempt at golfing with Ray Barone.Mar 1, 19996.9Mar 1, 199925m6.92025mTrain WreckHe found himself increasingly consumed by the new trainee’s beauty, a fact that fueled a desperate need to create the illusion of a connection where none existed. The woman was strikingly beautiful, and the chasm of his own loneliness seemed to widen with each passing day. He attempted subtle gestures, veiled glances, anything to spark a flicker of interest, a hint of something more than professional courtesy. He hoped to conjure a narrative, to suggest a shared intimacy that wasn't real, simplyMar 15, 19997.7Mar 15, 199925m7.72125mHungry ManShe invited him to a dinner, a gathering for a client of Japanese origin. He arrived famished, having not eaten throughout the day, only to discover the dinner was not to be. Driven by hunger, he began searching for sustenance wherever he could find it.Apr 5, 19998.1Apr 5, 199925m8.12225mTime ShareA flicker of displeasure crossed her face, a subtle tightening around the corners of her mouth. "Really, this is a rather...unfortunate choice of company," she murmured, her voice laced with barely concealed disapproval. The guests, a boisterous and somewhat intrusive group, had arrived, and their presence immediately disrupted the carefully curated atmosphere of the evening. She had anticipated an evening of refined conversation and elegant ease; instead, she found herself bracing for a prolonApr 26, 19997.9Apr 26, 199925m7.92325mWhere's Poppa?They strained for a moment of quiet, a stolen weekend, but the task proved insurmountable. No one seemed keen to take Arthur for the night; he remained, stubbornly, in their path.May 3, 19998.0May 3, 199925m8.02425mArt HouseThe departure was final, a severing of ties born from a bitter argument. Yet, for Carrie, it was a source of quiet sorrow. She longed for a different outcome, wishing Doug had pleaded with her father to reconsider. While others might have celebrated his newfound independence, Carrie yearned for the familiar comfort of their shared space and the warmth of her father's presence.May 10, 19997.6May 10, 199925m7.62525mMaybe BabyA subtle shift occurred, a quiet stirring within Carrie upon learning of a friend's impending motherhood. The unspoken expectation settled upon her, a gentle yet persistent pressure. And as she considered this, Arthur found himself adrift in memory, recalling the day of her birth.May 17, 19997.4May 17, 199925m7.4