Family Matters

Season 9

TV-G

The Winslows are a normal enough family except for one thing: their neighbor Steve Urkel. A genius and a klutz, Steve creates some really weird inventions while driving the Winslows insane and nursing an unrequited crush on the Winslows' second child and first daughter Laura.

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22 Episodes

Out With the Old
E1
Out With the OldUrkel gets a makeover for Laura's bachelor auction. Meanwhile, Carl's thinking could use a makeover when Harriette's salary spurs his competitive instincts.
They Shoot Ducks, Don't They?
E2
They Shoot Ducks, Don't They?Carl accepts a hunting date with his boss and reneges on a promise to spend time with Urkel.
Dumb Belle of the Ball
E3
Dumb Belle of the BallNothing will stop Myrtle from attending the Biloxi Debutante Ball--even getting hit by a car trying to save the life of Eddie.
Drinking and Jiving
E4
Drinking and JivingGoody-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.
Who's Afraid of the Big Black Book?
E5
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.
A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Read
E6
A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to ReadSteve's latest invention accidentally gives him the ability to read minds- thinking it will be a good thing & change the whole world- until the Winslows feel that their privacy is invaded- including Laura- when Steve learns she's been attracted to him. Meanwhile, Carl becomes a troop leader for Richie, 3J and the Junior Woodsmen.
Stevil II: This Time He's Not Alone
E7
Stevil II: This Time He's Not AloneStevil, 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.
Trading Places
E8
Trading PlacesStefan, 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.
A Pain in Harassment
E9
A Pain in HarassmentHarriette'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.
Original Gangsta Dawg
E10
Original Gangsta DawgUrkel's hip-hop cousin, O.G.D., makes a bad first impression on the Winslows.
Deck the Malls
E11
Deck the MallsChristmastime finds Richie awaiting a visit from his mom, and Urkel working as a sluggish gift wrapper at the mall.
Grill of My Dreams
E12
Grill of My DreamsUrkel 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.
Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
E13
Breaking Up Is Hard to DoSteve is ready to calls it quits in his relationship with Myra but is shocked when she tells him she doesn't want to see him anymore. He's now free to be with his true love, Laura. A few weeks later, Myra makes a visit to the Winslow House, deeply regretting her decision. Unfortunately, Steve does not want to reconcile. Meanwhile, Eddie quits college and decides to go to the Police Academy to be a cop like his dad.
Crazy for You
E14
Crazy for YouMyra 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.
Crazier for You
E15
Crazier for YouUrkel 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.
Whose Man Is It Anyway?
E16
Whose Man Is It Anyway?After breaking up a few fights between Myrtle and Greta, Laura decides that both of them should fight it out in a boxing match for Eddie's love. Meanwhile, Steve and Carl helps 3J locate his birth mother in a diner three blocks off Chicago. She was happy that he's living in a new family who loves him. She explains to him why she gave 3J up for adoption.
Polkapalooza
E17
PolkapaloozaSteve and Laura attend the biggest polka festival in all of Chicago. She is surprised and impressed by how much he has contributed to the community through polka music. She loves him even more and enjoys herself there. Meanwhile, Eddie buys a new apartment for him and Greta to live in. Carl comes over to visit him and overstays his welcome by embarrassing him.
Throw Urkel From the Train
E18
Throw Urkel From the TrainLaura is suspicious of Maxine's wealthy new boyfriend, D'Andre Moore. After D'Andre asks Maxine to deliver an unmarked package for him, police cadet Eddie and his supervisor arrest D'Andre for dealing drugs, and Maxine apologizes to Laura. Steve accidentally goes to Washington, DC, on a train with Carl. En route he must share Carl's puny cabin for the entire trip from Chicago.
Don't Make Me Over
E19
Don't Make Me OverMyrtle gets a makeover, drops her inhibitions, raises her hemlines and goes after Eddie with a vengeance.
Pop Goes the Question
E20
Pop Goes the QuestionUrkel asks Carl for Laura's hand in marriage, but Stefan has already given Laura a ring.
Lost in Space (1)
E21
Lost in Space (1)As Steve and Laura discuss wedding plans for their guest seating arrangements, NASA comes calling and tells him that he'll go into space to test his anti-gravity invention. Later on, Myra refuses to take no for an answer and sneaks aboard the shuttle to convince Steve to stay with her and give up Laura right away. Meanwhile, Harriette is overly concerned with Eddie's safety, she has him transferred to being a meter maid.
Lost in Space (2)
E22
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.