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Family Matters (1989) - TV Series Streaming, Cast & Reviews

⭐ Rating: 6.7/10 from 322 users | 📺 Available on: Hulu, YouTube TV, TBS | 🎬 Genres: Comedy, Family
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Family Matters (1989)

Family Matters (1989)

A long-running dramedy centering on the Winslow family, a middle-class African American family living in Chicago, and their pesky next-door neighbor, ultra-nerd Steve Urkel. A spin-off of Perfect Strangers.

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Duration: 23 min/episode

Status: Ended

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6.7 / 10 (322 votes)

Why Watch Family Matters?

Family Matters delivers an exceptional comedy experience across 9 compelling seasons, featuring outstanding performances from Reginald VelJohnson and Darius McCrary. A proven favorite among Comedy, Family enthusiasts.

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Released in 1989, Family Matters belongs to the genres Comedy, Family and has received a rating of 6.7/10 on The Movie Database with 322 user votes.

This TV series, completed, has 9 seasons. With episodes of about 23 minutes, Family Matters offers you a viewing experience that is unique in its genre.

Seasons and Episodes

Thumbnail Episode 1: The Mama Who Came to Dinner
1

The Mama Who Came to Dinner

Mother Winslow moves in and immediately begins to usurp Carl's authority. Eddie wants to go out with his friends, but he has a strict curfew that complicates things with Carl.

24 min
09/22/1989
7.5/10
Thumbnail Episode 2: Two-Income Family
2

Two-Income Family

Hariette loses her job to automation, forcing the family into austerity measures while Carl stews over the family debts.

24 min
09/29/1989
8.5/10
Thumbnail Episode 3: Short Story
3

Short Story

Rachel writes a short story with characters that seem all too familiar; Carl becomes obsessed with the family's out of proportion water bill.

24 min
10/06/1989
8.5/10
Thumbnail Episode 4: Rachel's First Date
4

Rachel's First Date

The Winslows finally get to be alone together when Rachel accepts a date with a man from the church choir.

24 min
10/13/1989
8/10
Thumbnail Episode 5: Straight A's
5

Straight A's

Eddie comes home with straight A's on his report card and the whole family is proud of him. Rodney comes over and tells him that he changed the grades on the report cards on the school computer. Eddie doesn't want to tell the truth because he fears that he will hurt Carl's feelings.

24 min
10/20/1989
7/10
Thumbnail Episode 6: Basketball Blues
6

Basketball Blues

Carl's efforts to get Eddie psyched for a pro basketball career is enhanced by a visit from basketball star Bolton.

24 min
11/03/1989
Thumbnail Episode 7: Body Damage
7

Body Damage

Rachel takes an unauthorized spin in the classic automobile that Carl plans to drive in the Columbus Day Parade.

24 min
11/10/1989
8/10
Thumbnail Episode 8: Mr. Badwrench
8

Mr. Badwrench

Self-proclaimed handyman Carl decides to install a shower in Mother Winslow's quarters while she's out of town.

24 min
11/17/1989
7/10
Thumbnail Episode 9: Stake-Out
9

Stake-Out

After Carl is on an all-night stakeout with his attractive new partner, Harriette finds a room key to Louie's Love Grotto in his pocket.

24 min
11/24/1989
8/10
Thumbnail Episode 10: False Arrest
10

False Arrest

The Winslows are aghast to discover that their TV idol has been arrested for assaulting a police officer - Officer Carl Winslow.

24 min
12/01/1989
Thumbnail Episode 11: The Quilt
11

The Quilt

Laura sells a quilt Grandmother Winslow considered an heirloom.

24 min
12/08/1989
Thumbnail Episode 12: Laura's First Date
12

Laura's First Date

Laura wants to go to an upcoming dance with a good-looking boy. Carl and Eddie try to find Laura a date. Carl asks Steve Urkel to take Laura to the dance, while Eddie asks one of his friends to take her out. When Laura finds out what happened, she is humiliated.

24 min
12/15/1989
Thumbnail Episode 13: Man's Best Friend
13

Man's Best Friend

Carl has a rule he intends to enforce not pets in the house until he meets a big, playful puppy who follows the kids home from school.

24 min
01/05/1990
Thumbnail Episode 14: Baker's Dozens
14

Baker's Dozens

Thanks to Rachel's brainstorm, Carl could become the "king of tarts" if he shares his secret recipe for lemon tarts, which were a big hit at a local restaurant.

24 min
01/12/1990
Thumbnail Episode 15: The Big Reunion
15

The Big Reunion

Carl decides to lose weight before going to his high-school reunion.

24 min
01/19/1990
8/10
Thumbnail Episode 16: The Party
16

The Party

A "No Guests" rule spells no fun for Eddie, who's left in charge of the house while the adults are away for the weekend.

24 min
02/02/1990
Thumbnail Episode 17: The Big Fix
17

The Big Fix

Eddie persuades Laura to date a guy he's indebted to.

24 min
02/09/1990
Thumbnail Episode 18: Sitting Pretty
18

Sitting Pretty

Laura's babysitting service floods the house with children at a bad time on the night Carl has invited his captain over.

24 min
02/16/1990
Thumbnail Episode 19: In a Jam
19

In a Jam

Eddie wants to do the right thing when faced with protecting Steve from a bully who threatens to beat him up, which could get Eddie creamed as well.

24 min
03/16/1990
Thumbnail Episode 20: The Candidate
20

The Candidate

Eddie places image over integrity in his class president bid when image-maker Laura offers a thousand points of light to illuminate his campaign.

24 min
03/23/1990
7/10
Thumbnail Episode 21: Bowl Me Over
21

Bowl Me Over

The men vie with the women in a bowling match and Carl's philosophy about accepting defeat gracefully ends up in the gutter when Harriette aces him out.

24 min
04/13/1990
Thumbnail Episode 22: Rock Video
22

Rock Video

When Eddie's big ego threatens to disband his group during the making of a rock video for a contest, the rest of the Winslows offer some ideas.

24 min
04/27/1990
Thumbnail Episode 1: Rachel's Place
1

Rachel's Place

Feeling like a freeloader, Rachel decides to look for a career beyond writing and opens up a diner after Steve accidentally burns down Leroy's.

24 min
09/21/1990
0.8/10
Thumbnail Episode 2: Torn Between Two Lovers
2

Torn Between Two Lovers

Steve develops a crush on Rachel and believes it is reciprocated when she invites him to a candlelight dinner at her restaurant, while Rachel is actually dating her bank's loan officer.

24 min
09/28/1990
0.5/10
Thumbnail Episode 3: Marriage 101
3

Marriage 101

For a class project, Laura is "married" to Steve for a day. Meanwhile, one of Carl's sergeants casts his eye on Rachel.

24 min
10/05/1990
Thumbnail Episode 4: Flashpants
4

Flashpants

A braggart with a badge transfers to Carl's division just in time for the precinct's annual dance contest, which Carl and Harriette aim to win by dancing circles around their fierce rival.

24 min
10/12/1990
Thumbnail Episode 5: The Crash Course
5

The Crash Course

Eddie crashes the car through the front of the house while trying to impress his girlfriend.

24 min
10/19/1990
Thumbnail Episode 6: Boxcar Blues
6

Boxcar Blues

Carl gets trapped inside a railroad boxcar with Steve and a cargo of cattle.

24 min
10/26/1990
Thumbnail Episode 7: Dog Day Halloween
7

Dog Day Halloween

Steve and Laura are held hostage during a Halloween bank robbery.

24 min
11/02/1990
Thumbnail Episode 8: Cousin Urkel
8

Cousin Urkel

Steve's cousin from Biloxi sets out to sweep Eddie off his feet.

24 min
11/09/1990
Thumbnail Episode 9: Dedicated to the One I Love
9

Dedicated to the One I Love

Harriette points out the obvious when seductive neighbor Loretta sets her sights on Carl; and Laura may soon regret steering Steve to a shy young girl when she finds herself jealous of his attentions.

24 min
11/16/1990
Thumbnail Episode 10: The Science Project
10

The Science Project

Everyone vies to be partners with budding scientist Steve, who teams up with Laura for a science project - an A-bomb.

24 min
11/23/1990
Thumbnail Episode 11: Requiem for an Urkel
11

Requiem for an Urkel

Steve charges like a raging bull to the boxing ring when a bully threatens to pummel any guy who asks Laura out.

24 min
12/07/1990
Thumbnail Episode 12: Fast Eddie Winslow
12

Fast Eddie Winslow

Eddie is cornered by a tough pool hustler.

24 min
12/14/1990
Thumbnail Episode 13: Have Yourself a Very Winslow Christmas
13

Have Yourself a Very Winslow Christmas

Alone and fending for himself during the holidays, Steve shatters Laura's old fashioned Christmas ornament along with holiday visiting privileges at the Winslows'. Meanwhile, Carl does battle with other shoppers as he searches for a scarce teddy bear for Richie.

24 min
12/21/1990
Thumbnail Episode 14: Ice Station Winslow
14

Ice Station Winslow

When Carl, Eddie and Steve go ice fishing at Lake Wannamuck, Carl has a potentially critical accident; and at home, Judy dislikes the fuss made over Richie.

24 min
01/04/1991
Thumbnail Episode 15: Son
15

Son

After an escalating spat with his father, grounded Eddie escapes from the house to keep a date, and Harriette must mediate a father-son feud when Carl gets tired of Eddie's attitude and Eddie threatens to move out.

24 min
01/11/1991
Thumbnail Episode 16: Do the Right Thing
16

Do the Right Thing

Carl finds a diamond bracelet and wrestles with doing the right thing, as does Steve, who holds in his hands the academic fate of his romantic rival Todd, who needs Steve's tutoring skills.

24 min
01/18/1991
Thumbnail Episode 17: High Hopes
17

High Hopes

In a hot-air balloon, Carl tries to overcome his fear of heights. Harriette and Rachel clash over a car won in a contest.

24 min
02/01/1991
Thumbnail Episode 18: Life of the Party
18

Life of the Party

At a rooftop party, some kids spike Steve's punch, and Rachel must rescue him from a ledge.

24 min
02/08/1991
Thumbnail Episode 19: Busted
19

Busted

When Eddie cracks up the family car, Steve suggests raising repair money at an illegal gambling hangout.

24 min
02/15/1991
Thumbnail Episode 20: Fight the Good Fight
20

Fight the Good Fight

Laura is inspired to make a difference by encouraging support for a black-history class, but her efforts fan the flames of racism at school.

24 min
02/22/1991
Thumbnail Episode 21: Taking Credit
21

Taking Credit

Rachel and the kids recall how Eddie took credit for a story written by Steve, and how Carl shared his glory with Lt. Murtagh.

24 min
03/15/1991
Thumbnail Episode 22: Finding the Words
22

Finding the Words

A charming, mysterious figure, claiming to be a family friend from the past, comes to visit - and turns out to be Harriet and Rachel's long-lost father.

24 min
03/22/1991
Thumbnail Episode 23: Skip to My Lieu
23

Skip to My Lieu

Carl senses a promotion if he can help Lt. Murtagh get a date with Rachel.

24 min
04/05/1991
Thumbnail Episode 24: The Good the Bad and the Urkel
24

The Good the Bad and the Urkel

In a dream, Carl and Steve duel over a compost heap as Old West characters Carl and Two-Gun Urkel - the most annoying gunslinger in the West.

24 min
04/19/1991
Thumbnail Episode 25: I Should Have Done Something
25

I Should Have Done Something

Steve schemes to take the reluctant Laura to a hot-ticket concert; Carl takes out his frustrations on the family, unable to shake the memory of a shooting he feels he could have prevented in the aftermath of a hostage case.

24 min
04/26/1991
Thumbnail Episode 1: Boom!
1

Boom!

Urkel rescues an orangutan from laboratory experiments. Carl steps on a treadmill booby trapped with a bomb.

24 min
09/20/1991
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 2: Brain over Brawn
2

Brain over Brawn

Urkel's future hangs in the balance during a rope-climbing contest pitting brains against brawn to win Laura's affections.

24 min
09/27/1991
5.2/10
Thumbnail Episode 3: The Show Must Go On
3

The Show Must Go On

In the school play, Romeo Steve looks forward to kissing Juliet Laura when the original Romeo lands in the hospital with appendicitis.

24 min
10/04/1991
6.5/10
Thumbnail Episode 4: Words Hurt
4

Words Hurt

Sleepwalking Urkel undergoes hypnosis to uncover the cause of his anger: he thinks Carl hates his nerdy guts.

24 min
10/11/1991
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 5: Daddy's Little Girl
5

Daddy's Little Girl

Laura's behavior suddenly changes when she meets Carl's younger new partner and surf's up for Steve.

24 min
10/18/1991
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 6: Citizen's Court
6

Citizen's Court

Urkel is so bugged when Carl squashes his pet beetle that he takes him to court - TV's Citizen's Court - to settle the matter.

24 min
10/25/1991
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 7: Robo-Nerd
7

Robo-Nerd

Steve creates the Urkelbot, a mechanical Urkel that is all too much like its creator.

24 min
11/01/1991
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 8: Making the Team
8

Making the Team

When Laura gets snubbed by fellow cheerleaders, she seeks advice from Urkel, who tries out for the basketball team and ends up as equipment manager.

24 min
11/08/1991
Thumbnail Episode 9: Born to be Mild
9

Born to be Mild

A street gang causes trouble for the Winslows, and things become personal when they vandalize Rachel's Place and attack Eddie. Carl wants to take matters into his own hands, but Urkel decides to infiltrate the gang and tricking them into confessing.

24 min
11/15/1991
Thumbnail Episode 10: The Love God
10

The Love God

Steve thwarts Eddie's potential romance, while Carl is undercover in drag.

24 min
11/22/1991
Thumbnail Episode 11: Old and Alone
11

Old and Alone

Laura may be sorry for banishing Urkel from her life: in her dreams, she's a 90-year-old spinster whose only visitor is a now-married Urkel.

24 min
11/29/1991
Thumbnail Episode 12: A Pair of Ladies
12

A Pair of Ladies

Rachel reluctantly hires a loudmouthed, pushy Harriette to help at the restaurant; and Urkel bets the ranch on Carl's cutthroat poker game at home with the guys.

24 min
12/06/1991
Thumbnail Episode 13: Choir Trouble
13

Choir Trouble

Steve joins the Winslows at church with faith that he'll get into the choir, but he's kicked out by new choir director Rachel, whose position has gone to her head.

24 min
12/20/1991
Thumbnail Episode 14: A Test of Friendship
14

A Test of Friendship

The Winslows are ripped off when Carl dozes off; Urkel takes the heat after helping Eddie cheat on a chemistry test.

24 min
01/10/1992
Thumbnail Episode 15: Jailhouse Blues
15

Jailhouse Blues

Visiting cousin Clarence is a slick dude ready for some action in the Winslow 'hood and a bad influence on a vulnerable Eddie, who winds up being arrested together with Steve.

24 min
01/17/1992
Thumbnail Episode 16: Brown Bombshell
16

Brown Bombshell

Mother Winslow regales Eddie's classmates with tales of her late fighter-pilot husband and of World War II's Tuskegee Airmen.

24 min
01/31/1992
Thumbnail Episode 17: Food, Lies and Videotape
17

Food, Lies and Videotape

Urkel enrolls in a home economics class with Laura, thinking it'll be a piece of cake, but he soon learns he less than an A-student.

24 min
02/07/1992
Thumbnail Episode 18: My Broken-Hearted Valentine
18

My Broken-Hearted Valentine

Urkel again tries to intervene in Laura's budding romance with Daniel Wallace, whom Steve has learned is nothing but trouble. Laura believes Urkel is meddling in her love life and tells him to go away.

24 min
02/14/1992
Thumbnail Episode 19: Woman of the People
19

Woman of the People

When squeaky-clean Laura enters the race for student-council president, snooty rival Cassie Lynn vows to gather dirt on her. Meanwhile, neighbors elect Harriet Neighborhood Watch leader and Carl is down in the dumps about it.

24 min
02/21/1992
Thumbnail Episode 20: Love and Kisses
20

Love and Kisses

Hoping to win Laura, Urkel strikes a deal with R&B singer Johnny Gill: his treasured baseball card in exchange for serenading her; Carl and Harriette discover that their honeymoon love nest is of the outdoor type.

24 min
02/28/1992
Thumbnail Episode 21: Stop, in the Name of Love
21

Stop, in the Name of Love

Laura's encouraging words cast a love spell on Waldo; Carl and Lt. Murtagh trade insults in a food fight over Mother Winslow's bad driving.

24 min
03/13/1992
Thumbnail Episode 22: The Urkel Who Came to Dinner
22

The Urkel Who Came to Dinner

Urkel's stay at the Winslows brings chaos when he swallows a fish that Carl was "fish-sitting," urges Richie to fight a preschool bully and drives away Laura's study mate.

24 min
04/03/1992
Thumbnail Episode 23: Robo-Nerd II
23

Robo-Nerd II

It's hasta la vista to the criminal element and hello Urkelbot after Urkel revives his robot for law-enforcement use in solving a rash of convenience store robberies on Carl's beat; meanwhile new shampoo changes the women.

24 min
04/24/1992
Thumbnail Episode 24: Dudes
24

Dudes

Laura sees red when Urkel, Eddie and Waldo appear on Dudes, a TV dating show that Laura claims is sexist; Carl's birthday gets little attention from his family.

24 min
05/01/1992
Thumbnail Episode 25: Farewell, My Laura
25

Farewell, My Laura

Urkel plays bumbling, hard-boiled gumshoe Johnny Danger in a 1940s film noir spoof with Laura as a sultry client who needs protection for her aunt Rachel singer and supper-club owner marked for murder.

24 min
05/08/1992
Thumbnail Episode 1: Surely You Joust
1

Surely You Joust

Feuding neighbors "Hurricane" Urkel and "Bonecrusher" Carl take a not-so-neighborly, macho grudge match to TV's American Gladiators.

23 min
09/18/1992
Thumbnail Episode 2: Dance to the Music
2

Dance to the Music

Home-coming Queen Laura gets the royal treatment from Urkel, who gets popular jock Ted to ask her to the dance; Carl meets Harriette's new piano teacher..

23 min
10/02/1992
Thumbnail Episode 3: Driving Carl Crazy
3

Driving Carl Crazy

Carl hopes to practice stress management by keeping his cool, but he nearly blows a gasket teaching Urkel to drive.

23 min
10/09/1992
Thumbnail Episode 4: Rumor Has It
4

Rumor Has It

As rumors begin to fly that Ted has "scored" with Laura, Urkel must warn her that the guy she's dating means to boost his rep by ruining hers.

23 min
10/16/1992
Thumbnail Episode 5: Number One with a Bullet
5

Number One with a Bullet

Carl and Urkel are hospital roommates and Urkel, as usual, is a pain -until he gets the opportunity to save Carl's hide.

23 min
10/23/1992
Thumbnail Episode 6: Whose Kid Is it Anyway?
6

Whose Kid Is it Anyway?

Richie is upset when Eddie's hot Halloween date conflicts with his promise to take his little cousin trick or treating.

23 min
10/30/1992
Thumbnail Episode 7: An Officer and a Waldo
7

An Officer and a Waldo

Eddie's insult sends Waldo off to join the Army; Harriette and Carl set up a sting to catch a shady repairman.

23 min
11/06/1992
Thumbnail Episode 8: Just One Date!
8

Just One Date!

Urkel resorts to despearate measures to win a date with Laura by camping out on the Winslows' roof, even though a big blizzard is fast approaching Chicago. Meanwhile, Richie meets new next door neighbor Gwendolyn.

23 min
11/13/1992
Thumbnail Episode 9: The Oddest Couple
9

The Oddest Couple

Eddie's sloppy habits and Steve's scientific experiments don't make for domestic bliss when the two become roommates.

23 min
11/20/1992
Thumbnail Episode 10: It's Beginning to Look a Lot like Urkel
10

It's Beginning to Look a Lot like Urkel

Laura's guardian angel shows Urkel what it's like to be Laura.

23 min
12/11/1992
Thumbnail Episode 11: Muskrat Love
11

Muskrat Love

Eddie breaks a date with a smart and witty girl his friends disapprove of, while Laura regrets encouraging Maxine to date Ted; Carl gives Harriette fitness gear.

23 min
01/08/1993
Thumbnail Episode 12: Hot Wheels
12

Hot Wheels

Carl buys a hot rod for Eddie, hoping it will be the road to a father-son bonding session; and Urkel strengthens his bond with Laura using a new wonder glue he invented.

23 min
01/15/1993
Thumbnail Episode 13: The Way the Ball Bounces
13

The Way the Ball Bounces

A college woos athlete Eddie, who has only fame and fortune in mind after accepting a scholarship; meanwhile, Laura forgoes sleep to study for her PSATs.

23 min
01/22/1993
Thumbnail Episode 14: A Thought in the Dark
14

A Thought in the Dark

Laura and Ted momentarily derail Urkel's efforts to win Laura by fixing him up with Ted's brainy cousin Myra for a double date to a concert.

23 min
01/29/1993
Thumbnail Episode 15: Tender Kisses
15

Tender Kisses

Eddie gets more than he bargained for when he and his pals sneak into R&B singer Tracie Spencer's hotel room in search of tickets to her concert; and Carl is in for a big surprise when he discovers Harriette's diary.

23 min
02/05/1993
Thumbnail Episode 16: Heart Strings
16

Heart Strings

Lonely and depressed after breaking up with Ted, Laura grants Urkel a few bittersweet hours of bliss as her valentine; Gwendolyn charms Richie with "yucky goo-goo stuff"; and Harriette and Carl search for admirable qualities in each other.

23 min
02/12/1993
Thumbnail Episode 17: It's a Mad, Mad, Madhouse
17

It's a Mad, Mad, Madhouse

Eddie tries to cover for his poor record in school by claiming he has family problems at home - so his teacher arrives to evaluate his dysfunctional family environment.

23 min
02/19/1993
Thumbnail Episode 18: Higher Anxiety
18

Higher Anxiety

At a party, Urkel, Eddie and Waldo get trapped on a fire escape. A heartbroken Eddie mourns his split with two-timing Oneisha, while Carl gives the cold shoulder to his mother's beau Fletcher, who has big plans for her future.

23 min
02/26/1993
Thumbnail Episode 19: Mama's Wedding
19

Mama's Wedding

Thanks to Eddie, Mother Winslow's "simple family wedding" brings more than the family bargained for 150 extra guests.

23 min
03/05/1993
Thumbnail Episode 20: Pulling Teeth
20

Pulling Teeth

Waldo dates Laura's friend; Richie tries to get rid of a baby tooth.

23 min
03/19/1993
Thumbnail Episode 21: Walk on the Wild Side
21

Walk on the Wild Side

When peer pressure comes a-knocking, Laura goes a-walking on the wild side, at Club Buff--a male strip joint.

23 min
03/26/1993
Thumbnail Episode 22: Hot Stuff
22

Hot Stuff

Myra enlists Laura's help in snaring "hot stuff" Urkel; Eddie asks Carl a lot of questions after buying a hot car stereo.

23 min
04/30/1993
Thumbnail Episode 23: Stormy Weather
23

Stormy Weather

Urkel's nerdiness gets under the skin of Laura's arrogant prom date (Ross Leon), who's itching to order Laura to write off Urkel as a friend.

23 min
05/07/1993
Thumbnail Episode 24: Buds 'n' Buns
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Buds 'n' Buns

As a part-timer at the Mighty Weenie fast food joint, Carl doesn't relish answering to the top dog - Eddie; Urkel takes Laura's advice and commits to Myra.

23 min
05/14/1993
Thumbnail Episode 1: Hell Toupee
1

Hell Toupee

Carl shops for a toupee, hoping to turn Harriette's head. Meanwhile love struck Myra accuses Laura of trying to take Urkel away from her and the two get into a food fight.

22 min
09/24/1993
Thumbnail Episode 2: It Didn't Happen One Night
2

It Didn't Happen One Night

Laura oversleeps and misses her bus to Cincinnati for a cheerleading competition and Steve offers to take her in his Isetta. Laura is not pleasant company and Steve confronts her about it.

22 min
10/01/1993
Thumbnail Episode 3: Saved by the Urkel
3

Saved by the Urkel

The Winslows find themselves - unbelievably - indebted to Urkel after he saves Carl's life with CPR. The family showers him with gratitude and feels obligated to put up with the nerdy, annoying dweeb.

22 min
10/08/1993
Thumbnail Episode 4: A Matter of Principle
4

A Matter of Principle

Laura and Eddie's romantic tips have obsessive Myra entangled in a web of errors with Urkel when she invades Steve's school; Carl's sage advice leads Harriette to a confrontation with her boss - and a possible layoff.

22 min
10/15/1993
9/10
Thumbnail Episode 5: Money Out the Window
5

Money Out the Window

A thug named Bones pays Eddie a visit after Waldo and Weasel enlist Eddie in their football-betting venture.

22 min
10/22/1993
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 6: Best Friends
6

Best Friends

Harriette tries to fit in with Laura's friends but gets the cold shoulder from Laura. And Waldo's not so hot as Eddie's new hire at Mighty Weenie.

22 min
10/29/1993
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 7: Grandmama
7

Grandmama

The NBA's Larry Johnson plays Grandmama (his TV-ad alter ego), who becomes Urkel's new partner in a city basketball competition after Eddie dumps Urkel for star player Kenny.

22 min
11/05/1993
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 8: Dr. Urkel and Mr. Cool
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Dr. Urkel and Mr. Cool

A space-age potion turns Urkel into Stefan Urquelle suave, smooth-talking life of the party, but Laura finds she soon misses the old Urkel.

22 min
11/12/1993
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 9: Car Wars
9

Car Wars

Laura believes that by donning a moustache and men's clothing she'll be better prepared to haggle with a sexist used-car dealer ; Steve is close to ruining Eddie's love life.

22 min
11/19/1993
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 10: All the Wrong Moves
10

All the Wrong Moves

At the drive-in movie, Laura's new boyfriend (Kevin Mambo) has trouble getting the message that no really means no; and at home, Carl just doesn't get it when his insults drive Harriette to retaliate.

22 min
11/26/1993
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 11: Christmas is Where the Heart Is
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Christmas is Where the Heart Is

Urkel and Carl are stranded on a stalled subway with a car full of grouchy shoppers. Urkle teaches everyone, including Carl that Christmas is a state of the heart, and can be celebrated anywhere and with anyone.

22 min
12/10/1993
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 12: Scenes from a Mall
12

Scenes from a Mall

Urkel tells Myra that he needs some space and ends up breaking her heart, while Maxine is ready to break Waldo's neck for acting like a jealous fool.

22 min
12/17/1993
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 13: Rock Enroll
13

Rock Enroll

Eddie changes his mind about college at a concert fund-raiser after singer Shanice performs a song he wrote; and Urkel has no luck rallying friends to celebrate his birthday, but soon finds that Laura is his biggest cheerleader.

22 min
01/07/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 14: Like a Virgin
14

Like a Virgin

Eddie becomes the laughingstock of the boys' locker room after Urkel spills the beans that Eddie is still a virgin.

22 min
01/14/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 15: Good Cop, Bad Cop
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Good Cop, Bad Cop

Carl refuses to accept Eddie's story that he got pulled over for speeding ""because he was a black in a white person's neighborhood"" ... until the portly cop finds out the ugly truth. Meanwhile, Urkel tells Richie that he has nothing to fear when going to the dentist, but the nerd soon regrets his move when he has cavities of his own that need filling.

22 min
01/21/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 16: Presumed Urkel
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Presumed Urkel

When accident-prone Steve is blamed for a chemistry lab explosion, Laura represents him at a school trial.

22 min
02/04/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 17: Father of the Bride
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Father of the Bride

Carl bribes Laura to go bowling with Urkel and dreams that they are married with four kids who look like Urkel.

22 min
02/11/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 18: Psycho Twins
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Psycho Twins

Carl and Urkel end up in the ring with the World Wrestling Federation's Bushwhackers after Urkel creates a ""snooze juice"" that knocks out the wrestling team's original opponents.

22 min
02/18/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 19: That's What Friends Are For
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That's What Friends Are For

Everyone applauds Eddie on his college scholarship except Waldo, who fears he's losing a friend. Meanwhile, Carl's fear of failure could keep him from a job promotion; and Urkel tortures Carl into telling him where Laura is by showing him slides of his cheese-tasting trip.

22 min
03/04/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 20: Opposites Attract
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Opposites Attract

Urkel develops hiccups after being robbed. School newspaper reporter Laura and editor Ziggy engage in a series of conflicts ... before falling for each other.

22 min
03/18/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 21: A-Camping We Will Go
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A-Camping We Will Go

Urkel tags along on Carl's camping trip in Minnesota and an irritated Carl stubbornly refuses to listen to know- it-all Urkel's words of warning about bears and geysers; Harriette seeks a job.

22 min
04/01/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 22: Nunsense
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Nunsense

Urkel fears that his rejection has sent Myra to join a nunnery, so he enlists Eddie and Waldo to dress in habits and join him in a search for her at the convent.

22 min
04/29/1994
8/10
Thumbnail Episode 23: Aunt Oona
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Aunt Oona

Urkel's accident-prone Aunt Oona visits shy, dowdy woman who get a confidence-building makeover from Harriette and then takes her new-found confidence to a karaoke bar, where chaos erupts when she holds a singing contest.

22 min
05/06/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 24: Stefan Returns
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Stefan Returns

Laura pleads with Urkel to step back into his transformation chamber and bring back her perfect guy the handsome, cool, caring Stefan Urquelle. Freddy Jackson sings You Are My Lady"".

22 min
05/20/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 1: To Be or Not to Be (1)
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To Be or Not to Be (1)

Laura doesn't want Stefan to change anything about himself for her, while Urkel - as his nerdy self - is a 10 in Myra's eyes. Meanwhile, hoping to improve his vision, Carl steps into Urkel's transformation chamber.

30 min
09/23/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 2: To Be or Not to Be (2)
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To Be or Not to Be (2)

After a vengeful Myra tampers with Urkel's transformation chamber, Carl steps into it and steps out as an Urkel-like nerd.

30 min
09/30/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 3: Till Death Do Us Apartment
3

Till Death Do Us Apartment

College man Eddie moves into an apartment with Waldo and promptly plans a hot night with two female guests which inflames Waldo's steady, Maxine.

30 min
10/07/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 4: The Looney Bin
4

The Looney Bin

A homeless janitor gets trapped in the school bomb shelter with Urkel and Carl.

30 min
10/14/1994
9/10
Thumbnail Episode 5: Beta Chi Guy
5

Beta Chi Guy

His friendship with Urkel damages Eddie's reputation with a group of ultra cool fraternity brothers.

30 min
10/21/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 6: Dark and Stormy Night
6

Dark and Stormy Night

On a dark and stormy Halloween night Winslows play Pass the Ghost Story, in which Carl and Harriette are 19th-century vampires licking their chops over the wayfaring Sir Steven (Urkel).

30 min
10/28/1994
7/10
Thumbnail Episode 7: Par For the Course
7

Par For the Course

Duffer Carl is reluctant to stand up to his cheating boss during a round of golf, but Harriette isn't reluctant to go looking for Laura when she misses her curfew.

30 min
11/04/1994
6/10
Thumbnail Episode 8: Sink or Swim
8

Sink or Swim

It's no secret that Urkel is deathly afraid of the water and his heart sinks when he learns that he can't graduate from high school unless he can pass a pass a swimming test, so he asks Carl for lessons.

30 min
11/11/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 9: Paradise Bluff
9

Paradise Bluff

Urkel's life flashes before him atop Paradise Bluff, where Myra hands him an ultimatum; and Harriette rates her mate and finds Carl needs to spice up his technique - at barbecuing.

30 min
11/18/1994
7.5/10
Thumbnail Episode 10: Flying Blind
10

Flying Blind

Carl and Urkel must land a plane after their vengeful pilot bails out on a charter flight to Detroit, leaving the m with only their emotional baggage.

30 min
11/25/1994
9/10
Thumbnail Episode 11: Miracle on Elm Street
11

Miracle on Elm Street

Richie brings home a homeless person on Christmas.

30 min
12/16/1994
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 12: Midterm Crisis
12

Midterm Crisis

Carl loses points with Capt. Savage by telling him the truth about the woman he loves; and Eddie and Urkel cook up a lie about Waldo's midterm baking project, which they devoured.

30 min
01/06/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 13: An Unlikely Match
13

An Unlikely Match

Urkel sets an example of forgiveness after getting harassed by a gang of ruffians at school - when he discovers the ringleader has leukemia, he organizes a bone marrow drive; and a police-auction bargain overshadows Carl's good judgment.

30 min
01/20/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 14: The Substitute Son
14

The Substitute Son

The transformation machine turns Urkel into a karate master who defends Laura's honor at a rough longshoreman's bar; Waldo becomes Carl's substitute son when Eddie starts taking his father for granted.

30 min
02/03/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 15: The Gun
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The Gun

Gritty episode in the style of NYPD Blue, where Laura is robbed by female gang members and considers purchasing a gun to ward off future trouble.

30 min
02/10/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 16: Wedding Bell Blues
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Wedding Bell Blues

Urkel and Carl risk their lives to save the distraught Mr. Looney from committing suicide when he is jilted on his wedding day; meanwhile at home, Laura fumes when her parents are more protective of her than of Eddie.

30 min
02/17/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 17: Ain't Nothin' But an Urkel
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Ain't Nothin' But an Urkel

Another transformation-chamber mishap turns Urkel into a gyrating Elvis with a hunka hunka lot of explaining to do during a meeting with an MIT recruiter (Kline).

30 min
02/24/1995
7/10
Thumbnail Episode 18: My Uncle the Hero
18

My Uncle the Hero

Suspicions mount for Myra as Urkel and Laura put their heads together to plan a surprise birthday party for her. Meanwhile across town, Richie hopes to impress his classmates on a field trip to Carl's office at the police station.

30 min
03/03/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 19: My Bodyguard
19

My Bodyguard

After failing to foil a robbery, Carl is assigned to protect Urkel, who stopped the thief; the boss's daughter comes on to Eddie.

30 min
03/17/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 20: Cheers Looking at You, Kid
20

Cheers Looking at You, Kid

Carl and Harriette send Laura off unchaperoned to cheerleading championships in Omaha where Laura's handsome partner Gary looks a lot like trouble in Urkel's spying eyes.

30 min
03/24/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 21: What's Up Doc?
21

What's Up Doc?

A therapist helps the Winslows get to the root of their tensions by reflecting on life with Urkel.

30 min
03/31/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 22: We're Going to Disney World (1)
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We're Going to Disney World (1)

As a finalist in a contest, Urkel invites the Winslows on his trip to Disney World, where Laura has a fantasy romance---with Stefan Urquelle.

30 min
04/28/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 23: We're Going to Disney World (2)
23

We're Going to Disney World (2)

Myra rushes to Disney World, fearing something is amiss with Urkel. And it's no Mickey Mouse worry: he's proposed to Laura by the time Myra arrives.

30 min
05/05/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 24: They Shoot Urkels, Don't They?
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They Shoot Urkels, Don't They?

At a dance marathon, Laura cuts a rug with Waldo's cousin, and Carl and Urkel boogie till the sun comes up.

30 min
05/12/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 25: Home Sweet Home
25

Home Sweet Home

To avoid being banished to Russia (where his parents are moving), Urkel--and his termites--move in with Eddie and Waldo.

30 min
05/19/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 1: Little Big Guy
1

Little Big Guy

Urkel and his transformation chamber move in with the Winslows--where he creates havoc by shrinking himself and Carl in an experiment gone awry.

30 min
09/22/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 2: The Naked and the Nerdy
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The Naked and the Nerdy

Steve and Laura have an accidental encounter in the nude; Harriette unwraps an anniversary gift she thinks is from Carl.

30 min
09/29/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 3: Bugged
3

Bugged

Feelings of guilt bug Urkel after he meets a knockout of a fellow insect collector; Harriette's boss annoys Carl and his buddies as a guest at their poker games.

30 min
10/13/1995
9/10
Thumbnail Episode 4: Teacher's Pet
4

Teacher's Pet

An English class full of hooligans gives substitute teacher Urkel a pain--and an idea on how to get through to his defiant charges.

30 min
10/20/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 5: Walking My Baby Back Home
5

Walking My Baby Back Home

Greta's dad forbids Eddie to date his daughter--but he welcomes Urkel as her new escort.

30 min
10/27/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 6: She's Back
6

She's Back

Myrtle, Urkel's cousin from Biloxi, squares off with Greta over Eddie's affections.

30 min
11/03/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 7: Hot Rods to Heck
7

Hot Rods to Heck

When Laura's emotions go into overdrive for a daredevil drag racer, Urkel challenges him to a high-octane grudge race at the local drag strip.

30 min
11/10/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 8: Talk's Cheap
8

Talk's Cheap

A family feud erupts on a TV talk show featuring Urkel, Stefan and cousin Myrtle, along with Laura, Eddie, Myra and Waldo.

30 min
11/17/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 9: Struck By Lightning
9

Struck By Lightning

Laura and Myra's friendship turns stormy as they compete for the same job; a rainstorm renders Urkel "a human lightning rod."

30 min
11/24/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 10: Best Years of Our Lives
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Best Years of Our Lives

Urkel could use some help designing a float for homecoming; and Carl believes he's helping his mom by encouraging her to "slow down."

30 min
12/08/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 11: Fa La La La Laagghh!
11

Fa La La La Laagghh!

Carl's bah-humbug attitude toward Urkel's rooftop Christmas decorations changes once he learns that the family could win a decorating contest.

22 min
12/15/1995
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 12: Friendship Cycles
12

Friendship Cycles

Carl backpedals on his refusal to teach Urkel to ride a bike when it seems that the clumsy kid might wreck his new car.

30 min
01/05/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 13: South of the Border
13

South of the Border

Carl, Urkel and Eddie hop a plane for Central America to bust Waldo out of jail; and Harriette talks Laura into a blind date.

30 min
01/12/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 14: Life in the Fast Lane
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Life in the Fast Lane

Handyman chores leave Urkel hyped up and hammered out after he inadvertently downs Laura's diet pills, which she' s using for a quick trim down.

30 min
01/26/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 15: Random Acts of Science
15

Random Acts of Science

Teamwork and the transformation chamber give Carl and Urkel an edge against thieving gang members.

30 min
02/02/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 16: Tips For a Better Life
16

Tips For a Better Life

Carl issues an ultimatum concerning Eddie's drinking. Meanwhile, female fans become intoxicated with Stefan Urquelle.

30 min
02/09/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 17: Swine Lake
17

Swine Lake

At a recital, Eddie and Greta's pas de deux from "Swan Lake" is interrupted by an ugly duckling from down south--Myrtle.

30 min
02/16/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 18: My Big Brother
18

My Big Brother

Urkel volunteers as a Big Brother to a street kid who harbors a secret about his reading ability.

30 min
02/23/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 19: Eau de love
19

Eau de love

Urkel's love potion prompts a sudden devotion from Laura; airline nightmares plague Carl and Harriette on their second honeymoon.

30 min
03/08/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 20: Twinkle Toes Faldo
20

Twinkle Toes Faldo

Waldo can tap dance with pizzazz but he's a klutz on the basketball court. Elsewhere, Carl is turned down for a loan to pay Laura's tuition to Harvard.

30 min
03/15/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 21: Scammed
21

Scammed

Eddie and Waldo fall victim to a scam; Urkel's glue provides Laura with a super facial.

30 min
03/29/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 22: Dream Date
22

Dream Date

The school prom brings one disaster after another for Laura. First her date cancels, then she's paired with the walking disaster Urkel at the dance, where the group Immature performs.

30 min
04/26/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 23: A Ham is Born
23

A Ham is Born

Carl lands a movie role but feels he's cheating on Harriette when he tries to do a love scene with a starlet.

30 min
05/10/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 24: Send in the Clone
24

Send in the Clone

Urkel discovers that "I can clone stuff!"--which means double trouble for the Winslows.

30 min
05/17/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 1: Paris Vacation (1)
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Paris Vacation (1)

Urkel and the Winslows travel to Paris via the Urk-Pad device.

30 min
09/20/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 2: Paris Vacation (2)
2

Paris Vacation (2)

Thieves go after the blueprints for Urkel's invention; Stefan and Laura make their debut as models in Paris.

30 min
09/20/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 3: Paris Vacation (3)
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Paris Vacation (3)

Thieves hold Urkel hostage at the Paris Opera House; Carl saves a life at the Eiffel Tower; Laura bids adieu to a friend.

30 min
09/27/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 4: Movin' On
4

Movin' On

Urkel suffers from "Winslow withdrawal" at MIT; back home, roommates Myra and Laura find they are from "different worlds."

30 min
10/04/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 5: 3J in the House
5

3J in the House

The Winslows realize their feelings for 3J when he runs away from the group home.

30 min
10/11/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 6: Getting Buff
6

Getting Buff

Eddie learns a revealing lesson when Greta gets a part-time job.

30 min
10/18/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 7: Stevil
7

Stevil

Ventriloquist Steve's look-alike dummy comes alive on Halloween.

30 min
10/25/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 8: Karate Kids
8

Karate Kids

As a playground supervisor, Steve has a tough time controlling the bullies.

30 min
11/01/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 9: Home Again
9

Home Again

A New Edition concert helps Stefan and Laura's long-distance relationship.

30 min
11/08/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 10: Nightmare at Urkel Oaks
10

Nightmare at Urkel Oaks

Eddie dreams that he is getting married to Myrtle Urkel, of all people, in her Southern plantation.

30 min
11/15/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 11: Chick-a-Boom
11

Chick-a-Boom

Steve invents some musically-activated gunpowder, but Myra mistakes it for pepper when she uses it to prepare a big dinner for Carl's commissioner!

30 min
11/22/1996
9/10
Thumbnail Episode 12: The Jury
12

The Jury

Steve and Carl are called in on jury duty, and Steve proves without a shadow of a doubt that the accussed is innocent while everyone else thinks he is guilty.

30 min
12/06/1996
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 13: It Came upon a Midnight Clear
13

It Came upon a Midnight Clear

Laura finally gives Curtis the old heave-ho now that Stefan is back to stay. Meanwhile, Carl and Steve get lost in the woods looking for a Christmas tree.

22 min
12/13/1996
Thumbnail Episode 14: Revenge of the Nerd
14

Revenge of the Nerd

Laura plans to join a sorority and learns Steve is their favorite target.

30 min
01/03/1997
8.5/10
Thumbnail Episode 15: Love Triangles
15

Love Triangles

Best friends Laura and Maxine are attracted to the same guy.

30 min
01/17/1997
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 16: Father Time
16

Father Time

Urkel invents a time machine, and he and Carl travel back to the 70s, where Carl takes advantage and changes the future to become a billionaire.

30 min
01/31/1997
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 17: Beauty and the Beast
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Beauty and the Beast

Myrtle Urkel is back, and this time, she sabotages a beauty pageant so she can win.

30 min
02/07/1997
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 18: Le Jour d'amour
18

Le Jour d'amour

Urkel narrates romantic vignettes featuring the Winslows and friends.

30 min
02/14/1997
10/10
Thumbnail Episode 19: What Do You Know?
19

What Do You Know?

Eddie's plan misfires when he transforms into Urkel to compete on a game show.

30 min
02/28/1997
10/10
20

Odd Man In

Harriette fills a spot at Carl's poker table while Steve does work for Eddie at a ballpark.

30 min
03/14/1997
10/10
21

Flirting with Disaster

Eddie is most definitely flirting with disaster when he tries to date a woman much older than him. Meanwhile, Steve is causing Carl's homeowner insurance to skyrocket.

30 min
03/28/1997
10/10
22

Pound Foolish

Donna Summer reprises her role as Urkel's Aunt Oona from Altoona, who has put on weight but anticipates taking it off in her nephew's new-fangled fat-compression chamber.

30 min
04/25/1997
10/10
23

The Brother Who Came to Dinner

Carl learns his wayward brother Frank is in trouble with the law.

30 min
05/02/1997
10/10
24

A Pirate's Life for Me

Steve's time machine sends him and Carl back to a pirate ship.

30 min
05/09/1997
10/10
1

Out With the Old

Urkel gets a makeover for Laura's bachelor auction. Meanwhile, Carl's thinking could use a makeover when Harriette's salary spurs his competitive instincts.

30 min
09/19/1997
9.5/10
2

They Shoot Ducks, Don't They?

Carl accepts a hunting date with his boss and reneges on a promise to spend time with Urkel.

30 min
09/26/1997
8/10
3

Dumb Belle of the Ball

Nothing will stop Myrtle from attending the Biloxi Debutante Ball--even getting hit by a car trying to save the life of Eddie.

30 min
10/03/1997
8.5/10
4

Drinking and Jiving

Goody-two-shoes Laura has her first beer--and her second and third--at a fraternity party, where she's later rescued by a gallant Urkel. Meanwhile, Carl and Harriette keep their anniversary plans a secret from each other, but not from Eddie, who finds himself in the middle of their fight.

30 min
10/10/1997
9/10
5

Who's Afraid of the Big Black Book?

Eddie and Laura's payback games hurt others; Carl's suggestion averts a major gang riot, but credit goes to the commissioner's son.

30 min
10/17/1997
9/10
6

A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Read

Urkel's new Total Recall Machine malfunctions, leaving him with an uncanny ability to read minds; and Carl gets roped into serving as leader of the boys' Junior Woodsmen troop.

30 min
10/24/1997
10/10
7

Stevil II: This Time He's Not Alone

Stevil, the mischievous ventriloquist dummy, is back to haunt Urkel, but now he's brought along a nightmarish sidekick, Carlsbad. Together Stevil and Carlsbad attempt to take over the souls of Urkel and Carl - wreaking havoc on the whole Winslow household.

30 min
10/31/1997
10/10
8

Trading Places

Stefan, disguised as Urkel, pays Laura a visit to determine if Urkel's the new man in her life. Meanwhile, Eddie accompanies Carl on his beat, equipped with a video camera.

30 min
11/07/1997
10/10
9

A Pain in Harassment

Harriette's new boss blindsides his employees with verbal abuse. Meanwhile, Urkel tries to win a million dollars with a basketball half-court shot in L.A.

30 min
11/28/1997
10/10
10

Original Gangsta Dawg

Urkel's hip-hop cousin, O.G.D., makes a bad first impression on the Winslows.

30 min
12/05/1997
10/10
11

Deck the Malls

Christmastime finds Richie awaiting a visit from his mom, and Urkel working as a sluggish gift wrapper at the mall.

22 min
12/19/1997
10/10
12

Grill of My Dreams

Urkel apprentices as a teppanyaki chef at a Japanese restaurant and makes his cooking debut in front of Laura. Meanwhile, Carl bird-sits for the commissioner.

30 min
01/09/1998
10/10
13

Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

Eddie wants to drop out of school to become a cop; and Urkel wants to drop Myra.

30 min
01/16/1998
10/10
14

Crazy for You

Myra spies on Urkel's every move with her elaborate "Stevie-Glasses-cam". She is shocked to learn of his upcoming Saturday night date with Laura. When she tells Stefan about her rival's pending date with "her Stevie," Stefan agrees to help rain on their parade. Meanwhile, Carl tries to control Eddie's trigger-happy finger during police training.

30 min
01/23/1998
10/10
15

Crazier for You

Urkel discovers that Myra has been spying on him, but he thinks she's really snapped her cap when she starts dressing like Laura. Meanwhile, Harriette learns her wedding ring was originally intended for another.

30 min
01/30/1998
10/10
16

Whose Man Is It Anyway?

Cousin Myrtle dukes it out in the boxing ring with Greta to win Eddie for her own. Meanwhile, 3J longs to find his birth mother.

30 min
06/05/1998
10/10
17

Polkapalooza

Laura reluctantly accompanies Urkel to a polka bash and actually has fun in his wacky world. Meanwhile, Eddie moves into an apartment and regrets giving Carl a standing invitation.

30 min
06/12/1998
10/10
18

Throw Urkel From the Train

Laura gets bad vibes from Maxine's slick new boyfriend; Carl gets into a funk reflecting on a road not taken.

30 min
06/19/1998
10/10
19

Don't Make Me Over

Myrtle gets a makeover, drops her inhibitions, raises her hemlines and goes after Eddie with a vengeance.

30 min
06/26/1998
10/10
20

Pop Goes the Question

Urkel asks Carl for Laura's hand in marriage, but Stefan has already given Laura a ring.

30 min
07/03/1998
10/10
21

Lost in Space (1)

The first of a two-part series finale sends Urkel into space, which means he'll have to postpone his marriage to Laura.

30 min
07/10/1998
10/10
22

Lost in Space (2)

In the conclusion of the series finale, astro-nerd Urkel's life hangs in the balance when he takes a dangerous walk in space to patch the damaged spacecraft.

30 min
07/17/1998
10/10

Season Ratings

Main Cast

Portrait of Reginald VelJohnson as Carl Winslow

Reginald VelJohnson

Carl Winslow
Portrait of Darius McCrary as Eddie Winslow

Darius McCrary

Eddie Winslow
Portrait of Kellie Shanygne Williams as Laura Winslow

Kellie Shanygne Williams

Laura Winslow
Portrait of Jaleel White as Steve Urkel

Jaleel White

Steve Urkel

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What is the plot of Family Matters?

A long-running dramedy centering on the Winslow family, a middle-class African American family living in Chicago, and their pesky next-door neighbor, ultra-nerd Steve Urkel. A spin-off of Perfect Strangers.

Who are the main actors in Family Matters?

The main cast of Family Matters includes: Reginald VelJohnson, Darius McCrary, Kellie Shanygne Williams, Jaleel White

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Family Matters has received a rating of 6.7/10 based on 322 user votes.

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