The Wonder Years
Overview
Kevin Arnold navigates the complexities of adolescence against the backdrop of the 1960s and 70s. Through the reflective narration of his adult self, viewers witness his struggles with friendships, family dynamics, and the challenges of growing up. Each episode captures the bittersweet essence of youth as Kevin learns valuable life lessons and grapples with the transition to adulthood, making the journey both relatable and nostalgic. The series artfully blends humor and heartfelt moments, encapsulating the essence of a generation.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Kevin and Paul step into the halls of Robert F. Kennedy Junior High for their inaugural day. The atmosphere is heavy as Winnie's brother tragically ...
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2
Swingers
At Brian's memorial, Kevin finds his thoughts consumed by Winnie. Meanwhile, as sex education kicks off at school, the boys feel eager to delve deepe...
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3
My Father's Office
Kevin discovers new insights about his father during a day spent at his workplace. As he navigates the bustling environment, he gains a deeper underst...
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4
Angel
Karen has severed ties with her parents, and tensions rise further when she introduces her new boyfriend. Kevin, her father, instantly disapproves of ...
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5
The Phone Call
Kevin struggles to summon the bravery needed to dial Lisa Berlini's number. Meanwhile, Paul takes it upon himself to investigate Lisa's feelings for K...
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6
Dance With Me
During a note-passing moment in class, Kevin invites Lisa Berlini to the dance, and she initially agrees. However, she later opts to attend with Brad ...
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Heart of Darkness
Winnie begins to socialize with the in-crowd after entering a relationship with Kirk McCray. Eager to fit in, she navigates the complexities of her ne...
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2
Our Miss White
Kevin develops a crush on Miss White, his charismatic teacher. She encourages him to take on the role of Robert Kennedy in a play she has penned hers...
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3
Christmas
Kevin and his sibling urge their father to invest in a color TV for the family. Meanwhile, after receiving an unexpected gift from Winnie, Kevin emba...
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4
Steady as She Goes
In "Steady as She Goes," Kevin grapples with his feelings for Winnie, growing increasingly disheartened by his loneliness, especially since Paul is ha...
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5
Just Between Me and You and Kirk and Paul and Carla and Becky
In this episode, Kevin is eager to discover whether Winnie has feelings for him or for Kirk. Meanwhile, Kirk is equally curious about Winnie’s affec...
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6
Pottery Will Get You Nowhere
Norma enrolls in a pottery course, eager to explore her creative side. However, she finds herself feeling disheartened as Jack offers little to no su...
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7
Coda
Kevin is determined to outshine Ronald Hirschmuller at the piano. However, as he practices relentlessly, he begins to question whether he’s seeking...
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8
Hiroshima, Mon Frere
Kevin and Paul decide to conduct a maze experiment involving hamsters for their science project, but Wayne steps in with threats that could derail th...
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9
Loosiers
Paul has a passion for basketball, despite his lack of skill on the court. His best friend, Kevin, feels uncomfortable watching Paul struggle and fac...
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10
Walk Out
Kevin and his fellow student council members plan a walkout to voice their dissent against the U.S. engagement in Vietnam. However, Mr. Diperna warns...
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11
Nemesis
Kevin discovers the consequences of gossiping about others when he faces the wrath of a jilted woman. As his careless remarks come back to haunt him,...
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12
Fate
Kevin stands up to the school bully, motivated by his deep feelings for Winnie. His bravery is fueled by a desire to protect her and prove that he’s...
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13
Birthday Boy
Kevin is initially disappointed to find his birthday celebration coinciding with Paul's Bar Mitzvah. As he grapples with his feelings, he begins to e...
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14
Brightwing
When Kevin uncovers that his sister has been playing truant to visit "the hill," he steps into the role of her trusted ally. As he learns more about h...
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15
Square Dance
Kevin finds himself paired with the eccentric Margaret Farquhar for a school dance project. Eager to avoid her quirky antics, he attempts to steer c...
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16
Whose Woods Are These?
Kevin, Winnie and Paul try to stop the destruction of Harper's Woods. This is the place where Winnie and Kevin kissed for the first time and a place t...
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17
How I'm Spending My Summer Vacation
As seventh grade wraps up, Kevin faces a summer brimming with transformations. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cooper, are separating, leaving him to navig...
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1
Summer Song
During his summer break, Kevin finds himself navigating new territory when he encounters an intriguing older girl. Their unexpected connection leads ...
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2
Math Class
Kevin struggles in math class when he faces a teacher he believes is utterly unreasonable. Despite his efforts to understand the material, he feels o...
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3
Wayne on Wheels
Kevin is eager to visit the mall to catch a glimpse of a girl who's been occupying his thoughts. However, his only option to get there is to persuade ...
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4
Mom Wars
Kevin feels suffocated by his mother's excessive caution as she attempts to prevent him from joining his friends for tackle football after school. She...
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5
On the Spot
In this episode, Kevin, Paul, and Winnie take part in a theater production of "Our Town." However, chaos ensues when Winnie experiences intense stage ...
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6
Odd Man Out
When tensions rise between Kevin and Paul, they decide to seek new friendships with two other boys in an effort to escape their frustrations. As they ...
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7
The Family Car
When the Arnold family's vehicle breaks down and Jack is unable to repair it, Kevin begins to wish that his dad would consider purchasing a more luxur...
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8
The Pimple
Kevin eagerly anticipates the arrival of Gina, a family friend he hasn’t seen in ages. However, his excitement quickly turns to dismay when he noti...
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9
Math Class Squared
Kevin concludes that the only way to succeed in math class is by resorting to cheating. As he navigates this risky path, he must grapple with the con...
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10
Rock 'n Roll
After witnessing The Beatles perform on the Ed Sullivan Show, Kevin feels a surge of inspiration and decides to join a local band called The Electric...
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11
Don't You Know Anything About Women?
Kevin is eager to invite Susan Fisher to the dance, but she's taken by Donald Wallach. After hearing whispers of their breakup, he prepares to approa...
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12
The Powers That Be
Chaos ensues in the Arnold family when Grandpa Arnold shows up and gifts Kevin a dog, sparking concerns about whether Kevin is ready for such a respo...
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13
She, My Friend and I
After Carla ends her relationship with Paul, Kevin decides to pair Paul with Winnie in an effort to make Carla feel jealous. However, as Paul begins t...
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14
The St. Valentine's Day Massacre
In an effort to apologize for his previous insensitivity towards Winnie, Kevin crafts a heartfelt Valentine's card. However, a mix-up leads to the ca...
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15
The Tree House
Kevin and his father construct a treehouse in their backyard, which provides them a perfect vantage point to observe a beautiful neighbor tending to ...
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16
The Glee Club
A fresh-faced student teacher steps in to revitalize the 8th-grade boys' Glee Society, but her efforts to inspire the group face numerous challenges. ...
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17
Night Out
Kevin and Winnie find their relationship tested when they receive an invitation to a well-known party famous for its romantic encounters. As they navi...
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18
Faith
As tax season arrives, Jack is feeling particularly irritable. At the same time, Norma is preoccupied with concern for the Apollo 13 astronauts, whil...
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19
The Unnatural
Kevin is thrilled to continually secure a spot on the school baseball team, but his excitement soon turns to doubt. He grapples with the unsettling th...
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20
Goodbye
Kevin believes achieving a B in math is the pinnacle of his abilities. However, his teacher, Mr. Collins, challenges him to aim for an A and offers t...
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21
Cocoa and Sympathy
After being named the "smartest" in Lisa Berlini's recent survey, Paul finds himself in a personal turmoil. During this challenging time, Mrs. Arnold...
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22
Daddy's Little Girl
When Karen chooses to attend a liberal arts college, Kevin finds himself torn between his daughter's aspirations and Jack's strong opposition. As tens...
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23
Moving
As Jack voices concerns about dry rot in their home, Kevin starts to worry that his father may be contemplating a move. However, the situation takes ...
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Growing Up
The family heads to Jack's workplace picnic, where Kevin dreads the prospect of encountering Mimi Detweiler, who once had a crush on him. Meanwhile, W...
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Ninth Grade Man
Winnie feels anxious about her first day at a new school, prompting her to ask Kevin to commit to thinking about her every hour on the hour. However, ...
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3
The Journey
When word gets out about a slumber party for 10th-grade girls, Kevin and his buddies embark on a trek across town, convinced that showing up with bee...
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4
The Cost of Living
After discovering that Paul receives a weekly five-dollar allowance and that caddying can be a lucrative gig, Kevin decides it's time to earn his own ...
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5
It's a Mad, Mad, Madeline World
Kevin finds himself in a bind when he must call off his date with Winnie to tackle a homework project alongside Madeline, who has already shared a kis...
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6
Little Debbie
Debbie, Paul’s sister, requires a ride to her cotillion, and Kevin finds himself roped into helping her out. While this unfolds, Paul, Doug, and Ra...
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7
The Ties That Bind
Facing financial difficulties, Jack pushes for a salary increase and successfully secures it. However, this new role requires him to travel nationwide...
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8
The Sixth Man
Kevin is anxious about Paul’s upcoming draft to the basketball team, fearing he may embarrass himself. However, it becomes clear that Paul’s stru...
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9
A Very Cutlip Christmas
Kevin stumbles upon a surprising side of Cutlip when he finds him dressed as Santa Claus at a nearby shopping center. This encounter reveals a more te...
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10
The Candidate
In "The Candidate," Kevin decides to run for student council president, setting the stage for a fierce competition against his rival, Becky Slater. As...
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11
Heartbreak
Kevin eagerly anticipates a joint field trip with Winnie's school, hoping to spend quality time together. However, his plans quickly unravel as Winni...
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12
Denial
The news of Kevin's split with Winnie has rapidly made its rounds at Robert F Kennedy Junior High. Despite the buzz, Kevin remains in denial and asks ...
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13
Who's Aunt Rose?
Kevin discovers the true value of family as Grandpa Arnold comes back to town to attend the funeral of Aunt Rose. As they navigate their shared grief,...
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14
Courage
Kevin finds himself infatuated with Dr. Tucker's dental hygienist, Miss Hasenfuss, who boosts his confidence and makes him feel more masculine. Howeve...
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15
Buster
Kevin's beloved dog, Buster, has been barking non-stop, prompting Kevin to consider getting him neutered to curb the noise. However, Buster is determi...
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16
Road Trip
Kevin and his dad embark on a chaotic adventure to purchase a suit for Kevin. Their journey takes a wrong turn, leading them off course as they bicke...
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17
When Worlds Collide
Kevin's attempts to maintain his cool image are thrown into chaos when his mother, Norma, starts working at his school. In a bid to assert his indepe...
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18
Separate Rooms
With their shared bedroom feeling a bit too small for two young men, Kevin and Wayne contemplate moving one of them into Karen's room, which is empty...
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19
The Yearbook
Kevin unexpectedly becomes popular after being asked to craft clever captions for his school's yearbook photos. However, he struggles when it’s tim...
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20
The Accident
Kevin encounters Winnie for the first time after their breakup and learns that she and Roger have also parted ways. When Winnie gets into a car accid...
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21
The House That Jack Built
Jack is determined to assist Karen by renovating her new home. However, tensions rise between father and daughter when he learns that she is sharing t...
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22
Graduation
As Kevin celebrates his Junior High graduation, he yearns for the comfort of familiarity, but soon realizes that change is inevitable. He finds out t...
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23
The Wonder Years
In this nostalgic episode, viewers are treated to a compilation of memorable moments from Kevin's Junior High journey. The highlights feature scenes ...
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The Lake
The Arnold and Pfeiffer families embark on a vacation together. During their stay, Kevin encounters a rebellious girl who smokes. He and Cara hit it ...
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2
Day One
Kevin's inaugural day at high school turns out to be a disappointment. Eager to be the class jester, his attempts to entertain go awry. Instead, he fi...
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3
The Hardware Store
Discontent with the meager wages from his first steady job, Kevin sets his sights on a position at the mall in hopes of meeting new girls. In a bold m...
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4
Frank and Denise
In the episode "Frank and Denise," the seemingly perfect couple, Denise and Frank, face a turning point when Denise becomes captivated by Kevin, who s...
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5
Full Moon Rising
As Ricky Halsenbach celebrates his 16th birthday, Kevin and his buddies embark on a night out to meet girls. Kevin finds himself in hot water with Ci...
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6
Triangle
Kevin is puzzled by Wayne's new relationship with Sandy. Things take a surprising turn when Sandy secretly kisses Kevin, sparking a whirlwind of stol...
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7
Soccer
Kevin decides to join the school soccer team to immerse himself in sports life, but he quickly grows disheartened by the team's poor performance and a...
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8
Dinner Out
Jack's forty-third birthday celebration takes a turn for the worse during a dinner outing. His mood is sour, primarily due to his ongoing silence with...
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9
Christmas Party
Kevin is reluctant to join his family's yearly holiday gathering, feeling out of place since all his friends are out of town. Meanwhile, Jack is swam...
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10
Pfeiffer's Choice
The longstanding camaraderie between the Pfeiffer and Arnold families faces a challenge when the Pfeiffers strike it rich from a real estate deal that...
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11
Road Test
Driven by the chance to go on a date with Jessica, Kevin is eager to obtain his driver's license. However, he struggles with parallel parking and ulti...
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12
Grandpa's Car
As Grandpa Arnold ages, he finds himself in a small car accident, prompting concerns about his driving abilities. Despite the incident, he's reluctan...
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13
Kodachrome
Miss Shaw stood out as one of Kevin's most unforgettable teachers. Young, African American, and a free thinker, she had a genuine passion for educati...
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14
Private Butthead
As Kevin reflects on his future, Wayne decides to drop out of school and enlist in the military. Despite Jack and Norma's attempts to dissuade him, Wa...
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15
Of Mastodons and Men
After two weeks of dating, Kevin is invited to dinner at Julie Aidem's family home, where she wants him to declare that they are officially a couple. ...
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16
Double Double Date
Kevin is eager to ask Inga out, so he enlists Winnie’s help to secure a date. Meanwhile, Winnie is looking to go out with Matt Stevens, and she tur...
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17
Hero
Kevin shares a friendly rapport with Bobby Riddle, the star player of McKinley High's basketball team. As the team gears up for the regional finals, K...
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18
Lunch Stories
During lunch at McKinley High, the cafeteria buzzes with energy. Chuck notices a girl he’s interested in. Ricky is anxious about an unfinished proje...
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19
Carnal Knowledge
Kevin, Ricky, and Chuck hatch a scheme to sneak into an R-rated film, "Carnal Knowledge," while Paul opts to stay home and discuss marine biology with...
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20
The Lost Weekend
With his parents away for the weekend, Kevin seizes the opportunity to host a poker night with his friends. However, as the game loses its excitement,...
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21
Stormy Weather
Karen's unexpected return home disrupts the living situation for Kevin and Wayne. After a heated argument with Michael, communication between them ha...
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22
The Wedding
Karen is set to marry Michael, but she isn’t on board with her mother’s vision of a conventional wedding. Additionally, she faces the challenge of...
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23
Back to the Lake
Summer was once a season of joy, but now it’s all about responsibilities. Kevin works alongside Paul at a Chinese eatery when he stumbles upon a Ch...
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24
Broken Hearts and Burgers
Kevin finds himself conflicted about rekindling his romance with Winnie while also cherishing moments at the diner with his friends. The episode feat...
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Homecoming
As Kevin looks to deepen his bond with Winnie, Wayne's buddy Wart comes back from Vietnam, a different person. During the homecoming football game, Ke...
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Fishing
The cherished father-son fishing excursions are at risk of ending after their latest adventure is filled with mishaps. As they navigate through unexp...
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3
Scenes from a Wedding
During the wedding of Jack's boss' daughter, the Arnolds find themselves in a series of awkward situations. A bridesmaid catches Kevin's eye, prompti...
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4
Sex and Economics
In a bid to impress Winnie with a nice dinner, Kevin seizes the chance to earn cash by painting his sociology teacher's home. However, when he attemp...
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5
Politics as Usual
Kevin feels a pang of jealousy when a charming political candidate wins Winnie’s admiration and enlists her support for his campaign. As Winnie beco...
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White Lies
For some, finding genuine love remains elusive, but Kevin thinks he has discovered it. He experienced a connection that many dream of, only to let it ...
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7
Wayne and Bonnie
Wayne is completely smitten with Bonnie, a 23-year-old divorcee with a young child. This new relationship causes tension between him and Norma, who o...
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8
Kevin Delivers
Kevin's workday unfolds as he continually reaches out to Winnie, despite facing reprimands from Mr. Chong for his distractions. His yearning to connec...
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The Test
As Kevin and Winnie contemplate their paths ahead, Jack receives an unsatisfactory performance review from NORCOM. Kevin fears he might follow in his...
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10
Let Nothing You Dismay
During the festive Christmas season, the Arnolds are brimming with joy. However, chaos ensues when Kevin mistakenly believes that Winnie has gifted h...
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11
New Years
Wayne appears transformed, embracing his connection with Bonnie and her child. Meanwhile, Kevin dreams of a romantic getaway with Winnie. However, as...
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12
Alice in Autoland
Kevin receives an enticing offer on a pre-owned car from Alice's father, Pistol Pete. Faced with this tempting deal, he grapples with a moral dilemma...
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13
Ladies and Gentlemen... The Rolling Stones
Kevin yearns for an unforgettable tale to share with his future children. When he gets grounded for a speeding ticket, he defies the odds and sneaks ...
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14
Unpacking
Kevin befriends Jeff, the first classmate he's met whose parents are divorced. Winnie encourages Kevin to match Jeff with Ann, but Jeff struggles wit...
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15
Hulk Arnold
Kevin stumbles upon his talent for wrestling and contemplates quitting the sport. However, he soon realizes that Winnie appreciates his athleticism, w...
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16
Nose
Kevin and his friends struggle to express their feelings of inadequacy when prompted to list their shortcomings. However, they effortlessly target the...
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17
Eclipse
While en route to the Planetarium, Kevin, Winnie, Alice, and Chuck engage in a game of "Truth or Dare." When Winnie inquires what Kevin would alter a...
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18
Poker
During a thrilling poker game, secrets among Kevin's friends come to light. Chuck reveals his fear that he may have gotten Alice pregnant, while Rand...
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19
The Little Women
Kevin and his father are at a loss when it comes to the strong women around them. Winnie has excelled in her SATs and is considering applying to top-t...
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20
Reunion
The Arnolds embark on a cross-country journey for Norma's 25th high school reunion. Throughout the trip, her parents frequently mention her former fl...
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21
Summer
During the summer break, Kevin finds himself toiling at his father’s furniture factory, feeling increasingly restless. He dreams of escaping for a r...
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Independence Day
After losing his money and car in a poker game, Kevin realizes it’s time to leave the resort—there’s nothing left for him. The following day, h...
