Family Matters (1989–1998)

1. S01E01The Mama Who Came to DinnerSeptember 22, 1989—Carl is not happy about his mother coming to live in his already crowded household.
2. S01E02Two-Income FamilySeptember 29, 1989—The Winslows must cut costs when Harriette loses her job.
3. S01E03Short StoryOctober 6, 1989—Rachel's first published short story hits too close to home for certain members of the family.
4. S01E04Rachel's First DateOctober 13, 1989—Desperate for some time alone with Harriette, Carl encourages Rachel to start dating again,
5. S01E05Straight A'sOctober 20, 1989—Carl and Harriette are thrilled when Eddie brings home an unexpected straight-A report card.
6. S01E06Mr. BadwrenchNovember 3, 1989—Carl and Eddie attempt to install a new shower for Grandma Winslow.
7. S01E07Body DamageNovember 10, 1989—Rachel and Harriette wreck Carl's vintage patrol car.
8. S01E08Stake-OutNovember 17, 1989—Harriette gets jealous when Carl goes on a lengthy stakeout with a policewoman.
9. S01E09False ArrestNovember 24, 1989—Carl charges an egotistical celebrity with assault after being pushed to the limit.
10. S01E10Basketball BluesDecember 1, 1989—Carl pushes Eddie to try out for the high school basketball team despite the boy's reluctance.
11. S01E11The QuiltDecember 8, 1989—Laura sells a quilt Grandmother WInslow considered an heirloom.
12. S01E12Laura's First DateDecember 15, 1989—Laura gets more dates than she can handle.
13. S01E13Man's Best FriendJanuary 5, 1990—The children bring home a stray dog that has a habit of chewing on things.
14. S01E14Baker's DozensJanuary 12, 1990—The family works hard to fill an order for thousands of Carl's lemon tarts.
15. S01E15The Big ReunionJanuary 19, 1990—Carl decides to lose weight before going to his high-school reunion.
16. S01E16The PartyFebruary 2, 1990—While his parents are away, Eddie's friends throw a wild party.
17. S01E17The Big FixFebruary 9, 1990—Eddie talks Laura into going out with nerdy Steve Urkel
18. S01E18Sitting PrettyFebruary 16, 1990—The Winslow home fills with children when Laura starts a baby-sitting service.
19. S01E19In a JamFebruary 23, 1990—Eddie gets himself in trouble when he defends Steve from a bully.
20. S01E20The CandidateMarch 16, 1990—Laura helps Eddie run for class president.
21. S01E21Bowl Me OverApril 6, 1990—The WInslows have a battle-of-the-sexes bowling match.
22. S01E22Rock VideoApril 27, 1990—The Winslow family makes a music video for a television contest.

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

1. S02E01Rachel's PlaceSeptember 21, 1990—Rachel plans to open a restaurant when the local burger hangout burns down.
2. S02E02Torn Between Two LoversSeptember 21, 1990—Rachel surprises Steve with an invitation to a candlelight dinner at her restaurant.
3. S02E03Marriage 101September 28, 1990—Steve and Laura get married in a class project.
4. S02E04FlashpantsOctober 5, 1990—Carl plans to dance circles around a fierce rival at an upcoming contest.
5. S02E05The Crash CourseOctober 12, 1990—Steve takes the blame when Eddie crashes the car into the house.
6. S02E06Boxcar BluesOctober 19, 1990—Carl is trapped inside a railroad boxcar with Steve.
7. S02E07Dog Day HalloweenOctober 26, 1990—Carl must save Steve and Laura who have been taken hostage during a Halloween robbery.
8. S02E08Cousin UrkelNovember 2, 1990—Steve's cousin, the Belle of Biloxi, sets out to win Eddie's love.
9. S02E09Dedicated to the One I LoveNovember 9, 1990—Laura is jealous when Steve pays attention to another girl.
10. S02E10The Science ProjectNovember 16, 1990—The unlikely pair of Steve and Laura team up on a science project.
11. S02E11Requiem for an UrkelNovember 23, 1990—Steve amazes everyone when he stands up to a bully in school.
12. S02E12Fast Eddie WinslowNovember 30, 1990—Eddie finds himself in a pinch with a hardened pool hustler.
13. S02E13Have Yourself a Very Winslow ChristmasDecember 21, 1990—Lonely Steve puts his fondest Christmas wish in a note addressed to the Winslows.
14. S02E14Ice Station WinslowJanuary 4, 1991—Carl contends with Lake Wannamuck's frigid waters while on an ice fishing trip.
15. S02E15SonJanuary 11, 1991—Eddie's fight with his father disturbs the whole family.
16. S02E16Do the Right ThingJanuary 18, 1991—Steve is jealous when Laura falls for the new basketball player at school.
17. S02E17High HopesFebruary 1, 1991—Steve tries to lend a hand when Carl is determined to overcome his fear of heights.
18. S02E18Life of the PartyFebruary 8, 1991—Aunt Rachel rescues Steve when his punch is spiked at a party.
19. S02E19BustedFebruary 15, 1991—Steve and Eddie visit a gambling hangout to raise money after Eddie wrecks the family car.
20. S02E20Fight the Good FightFebruary 22, 1991—During Black History Month, Laura and Urkel hope their fellow students will gain appreciation for other cultures and races with a new class.
21. S02E21Taking CreditMarch 15, 1991—Steve and Carl both learn a lesson about when to take credit for their achievements.
22. S02E22Finding the WordsMarch 22, 1991—The unexpected visit of a mysterious person from Harriette's past leaves Carl speechless.
23. S02E23Skip to My LieuApril 1, 1991—Steve tells anyone who will listen that he plans to go steady with Laura.
24. S02E24The Good the Bad and the UrkelApril 25, 1991—Carl dreams that he is facing Two-Gun Urkel, the most annoying gunslinger in the West.
25. S02E25I Should Have Done SomethingApril 26, 1991—Steve schemes to take Laura to a concert; Carl regrets the results of a hostage case.

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

1. S03E01Boom!September 20, 1991—Steve steals an orangutan from a science lab; Carl steps on a treadmill booby-trapped with a bomb.
2. S03E02Brain Over BrawnSeptember 27, 1991—Steve challenges another student to a rope-climbing competition to impress Laura
3. S03E03The Show Must Go OnOctober 4, 1991—Steve looks forward to kissing Laura when they act as Romeo and Juliet in the school play.
4. S03E04Words HurtOctober 11, 1991—Steve visits a hypnotherapist who takes him on a journey through his subconscious mind.
5. S03E05Daddy's Little GirlOctober 19, 1991—Laura's behavior suddenly changes when she meets Carl's new partner; surf's up for Steve.
6. S03E06Citizen's CourtOctober 25, 1991—Steve acts as his own lawyer when he sues Carl over the death of a pet beetle.
7. S03E07Robo-Nerd (1)November 1, 1991—Steve builds a robot that looks and talks and chases after Laura--just like him.
8. S03E08Making the TeamNovember 8, 1991—Steve tries out for the basketball team; Laura is ignored by the other cheerleaders on the squad.
9. S03E09Born to Be MildNovember 15, 1991 8.5Steve goes undercover to help Carl catch the gang members who wrecked Rachel's restaurant and beat up Eddie.
10. S03E10The Love GodNovember 22, 1991—Rachel makes drastic changes in her life when she meets a charming stranger; Carl goes under cover as a woman.
11. S03E11Old and AloneNovember 29, 1991—Laura dreams about the future after telling Steve to get out of her life.
12. S03E12A Pair of LadiesDecember 6, 1991—Steve looks for revenge after he is set up by Carl's boss in a poker game; Harriette helps out at the restaurant.
13. S03E13Choir TroubleDecember 20, 1991—When Rachel becomes the new church choir director, Steve sings off-key and the choir rebels
14. S03E14A Test of FriendshipJanuary 10, 1992—Steve reluctantly agrees to help Eddie cheat on a chemistry test.
15. S03E15Jailhouse BluesJanuary 17, 1992—Eddie and Steve land in jail when Eddie's smooth-talking cousin Clarence "borrows" a car.
16. S03E16Brown BombshellJanuary 31, 1992—Steve's prison pen pal mistakes Carl for Steve when she comes for a visit; Eddie learns about family history.
17. S03E17Food, Lies and VideotapeFebruary 7, 1992—Steve takes a cooking class that leaves everyone rolling in the dough; Carl's new video camera gets crushed.
18. S03E18My Broken-Hearted ValentineFebruary 14, 1992—Lonely and depressed after breaking up with Ted, Laura grants Urkel a few bittersweet hours of bliss as her valentine; Gwendolyn charms Rich
19. S03E19Woman of the PeopleFebruary 21, 1992—Laura runs for student council president with Steve's help; Harriette becomes the neighborhood watch person.
20. S03E20Love and KissesFebruary 28, 1992—Steve hires singer Johnny Gill to serenade Laura; Carl and Harriette take a second honeymoon.
21. S03E21Stop, in the Name of LoveMarch 13, 1992—Steve's plan to boost Waldo's confidence backfires when Waldo asks Laura for a date.
22. S03E22The Urkel Who Came to DinnerApril 3, 1992—Steve succeeds in alienating the entire family when he becomes a guest in the Winslow home.
23. S03E23Robo-Nerd (2)April 24, 1992—Urkel's robot double fights crime; a new shampoo changes the women.
24. S03E24DudesMay 1, 1992—Steve, Waldo, and Eddie appear on a television dating show; Carl's birthday attracts little attention from the family.
25. S03E25Farewell, My LauraMay 8, 1992—A short story comes to life when Steve writes about Johnny Danger and a plot to silence Laura's aunt before she talks.

Season 3 ranked & reviewed

1. S04E01Surely You JoustSeptember 18, 1992—Steve and Carl appear in a television grudge match to settle a disagreement.
2. S04E02Hot WheelsSeptember 25, 1992—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
3. S04E03Dance to the MusicOctober 2, 1992—Carl meets Harriette's new piano teacher; Steve is unable to escort homecoming queen candidate Laura to the school dance.
4. S04E04Driving Carl CrazyOctober 9, 1992—Steve acquires a car and asks Carl to teach him to drive. It is very dangerous to Carl's health.
5. S04E05Rumor Has ItOctober 16, 1992—When Steve hears a lie about Laura from the guys at school, he decides to silence the rumor at any cost.
6. S04E06Number One with a BulletOctober 23, 1992—Carl and Steve share a hospital room.
7. S04E07Whose Kid Is It Anyway?October 30, 1992—Richie is upset when Eddie's hot Halloween date conflicts with his promise to take his little brother trick or treating.
8. S04E08An Officer and a WaldoNovember 6, 1992—Eddie and Urkel try to get Waldo out of boot camp; Harriette and Carl catch a shady repairman.
9. S04E09Just One DateNovember 13, 1992—Steve commemorates his 1,000th attempt to date Laura with a sit-in on the roof.
10. S04E10The Oddest CoupleNovember 20, 1992—Eddie's sloppy habits and Steve's scientific experiments cause issues when the two become roommates.
11. S04E11It's a Mad, Mad, MadhouseNovember 27, 1992—Eddie's teacher arrives for a surprise visit just in time to witness the resulting chaos when Harriette goes on strike.
12. S04E12It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like UrkelDecember 11, 1992—Laura and Steve switch bodies after her guardian angel grants her a wish at Christmas.
13. S04E13Muskrat LoveJanuary 8, 1993—Eddie learns a lesson about caring for other people's feelings after he breaks a date with a girl.
14. S04E14The Way the Ball BouncesJanuary 22, 1993—Eddie is pursued by a college more interested in his ability to play basketball than his grades; Laura sets her sights on Harvard.
15. S04E15A Thought in the DarkJanuary 29, 1993—Laura and Ted arrange a blind date for Steve with Ted's cousin Myra.
16. S04E16Tender KissesFebruary 5, 1993—Eddie meets singer Tracie Spencer and she falls for him; Steve helps Carl get a look at Harriette's diary.
17. S04E17Heart StringsFebruary 12, 1993—Laura becomes Steve's valentine; Steve arranges a date for Richie with Gwendolyn.
18. S04E18Higher AnxietyFebruary 19, 1993—Steve, Eddie, and Waldo become trapped on a fire escape while at a party; Carl's widowed mother finds a new man.
19. S04E19Mama's WeddingFebruary 26, 1993—The family reception turns into a wild party when Mother Winslow marries Fletcher.
20. S04E20Pulling TeethMarch 19, 1993—Steve makes a date for Laura's friend Maxine with Waldo; Richie loses a baby tooth with Carl's help.
21. S04E21Walk on the Wild SideMarch 26, 1993—Laura uses a phony ID card to get into a male strip club, where she sees "Steve, the Sensuous" performing on stage.
22. S04E22Hot StuffApril 30, 1993—Steve discovers a new love interest when Myra makes a pass at him; Eddie unknowingly buys a stolen car stereo.
23. S04E23Stormy WeatherMay 7, 1993—Steve worries that Myra will learn about his reputation as a nerd when he takes her to the high-school prom.
24. S04E24Buds 'n' BunsMay 14, 1993—Laura wants to be friends until Steve takes her advice and becomes serious about his relationship with Myra.

Season 4 ranked & reviewed

1. S05E01Hell ToupeeSeptember 24, 1993—Steve finds himself the object of romantic attention; Carl considers wearing a toupee.
2. S05E02It Didn't Happen One NightOctober 1, 1993—Steve offers to drive Laura to a cheerleading competition in Cincinnati
3. S05E03Saved by the UrkelOctober 8, 1993—The Winslows find themselves indebted to Steve
4. S05E04A Matter of PrincipleOctober 15, 1993—Obsessive Myra invades Steve's school; Harriette faces a possible layoff.
5. S05E05Money Out the WindowOctober 22, 1993—Eddie's gambling debts earn him a visit from a tough guy.
6. S05E06Best FriendsOctober 29, 1993—Eddie hires Waldo, who is down on himself, to work at the Mighty Weenie.
7. S05E07GrandmamaNovember 5, 1993—Steve gets a better partner for the basketball tournament after Eddie dumps him. The NBA's Larry Johnson guest stars.
8. S05E08Dr. Urkel and Mr. CoolNovember 12, 1993—Steve undergoes a personality change when he drinks his secret elixir.
9. S05E09Car WarsNovember 19, 1993—Laura tricks a disrespectful used-car salesman; Steve is close to ruining Eddie's love life.
10. S05E10All the Wrong MovesNovember 26, 1993—Steve and Laura reject the affectionate advances of their respective dates at the drive-in.
11. S05E11Christmas Is Where the Heart IsDecember 10, 1993—Urkel and Carl are stranded on a stalled subway with a car full of grouchy shoppers. Urkle teaches everyone, including Carl that Christmas i
12. S05E12Scenes from a MallDecember 17, 1993—Steve is the center of attention at a mall when Myra begins to flirt with him.
13. S05E13Rock EnrollJanuary 7, 1994—Eddie decides to skip college in favor of a career in the entertainment business.
14. S05E14Like a VirginJanuary 14, 1994—When Eddie is teased by the guys about his virginity, Steve steps in and eases his mind.
15. S05E15Good Cop, Bad CopJanuary 21, 1994—Eddie needs Carl's help when he is harassed by two cops; Steve wreaks havoc at the dentist.
16. S05E16Presumed UrkelFebruary 4, 1994—When accident-prone Steve is blamed for a chemistry lab explosion, Laura represents him at a school trial.
17. S05E17Father of the BrideFebruary 11, 1994—Carl experiences a nightmare in which Steve and Laura are married and have Urkel look-alike children.
18. S05E18Psycho TwinsFebruary 18, 1994—Steve and Carl end up in the ring as substitutes against Luke and Butch of the "Bushwackers" wrestling duo.
19. S05E19That's What Friends Are ForMarch 4, 1994—Waldo envies Eddie's scholarship; Carl fears a test he must take to get a promotion.
20. S05E20Opposites AttractMarch 18, 1994—Steve suffers from a severe attack of the hiccups when he is robbed; Laura finds romance.
21. S05E21A-Camping We Will GoApril 1, 1994—Chaos ensues when Steve convinces Carl to let him go along on a camping trip.
22. S05E22NunsenseApril 29, 1994—Steve ends up in a nunnery when he discovers Myra has entered a convent.
23. S05E23Aunt OonaMay 6, 1994—Steve's awkward Aunt Oona visits, and chaos erupts when she holds a singing contest.
24. S05E24Stefan ReturnsMay 20, 1994—Laura asks Steve to take more ooze juice to turn himself into the irresistible Stefan Urquelle.

Season 5 ranked & reviewed

1. S06E01To Be or Not to Be (1)September 23, 1994—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, hop
2. S06E02To Be or Not to Be (2)September 30, 1994—After a vengeful Myra tampers with Urkel's transformation chamber, Carl steps into it and steps out as an Urkel-like nerd.
3. S06E03Till Death Do Us ApartmentOctober 7, 1994—Eddie and Waldo share an apartment; Steve tries to be a son to Carl.
4. S06E04The Looney BinOctober 14, 1994—Steve tries to help his homeless friend and gets trapped in the school's bomb shelter.
5. S06E05Beta Chi GuyOctober 21, 1994—A cool fraternity tells Eddie to lose Steve as a friend.
6. S06E06Dark and Stormy NightOctober 28, 1994—On a dark and stormy Halloween night Winslows play Pass the Ghost Story, in which Carl and Harriette are 19th-century vampires licking their
7. S06E07Par for the CourseNovember 4, 1994—On the golf course, Steve accuses Carl of kissing up to his boss; Laura misses her curfew.
8. S06E08Sink or SwimNovember 11, 1994—Steve asks Carl to help him pass a swimming test; Rachel tries to return a dress.
9. S06E09Paradise BluffNovember 18, 1994—Steve and Myra run into trouble when they pull over to park; Carl thinks he is a lousy lover.
10. S06E10Flying BlindNovember 25, 1994—Carl and Steve find themselves flying alone when their pilot bails out on them.
11. S06E11Miracle on Elm StreetDecember 16, 1994—Richie brings home a homeless person on Christmas.
12. S06E12Midterm CrisisJanuary 6, 1995—Steve and Eddie eat Waldo's final exam; Carl has some news about his boss' girlfriend.
13. S06E13An Unlikely MatchJanuary 20, 1995—When the school bully is diagnosed with leukemia, Steve organizes a bone marrow drive.
14. S06E14The Substitute SonFebruary 3, 1995—The transformation machine turns Urkel into a karate expert to fight bullies.
15. S06E15The GunFebruary 10, 1995—After she is robbed, Laura considers arming herself, but instead she organizes a gun turn-in program.
16. S06E16Wedding Bell BluesFebruary 17, 1995—Carl and Steve find themselves balanced on a church tower while trying to rescue Mr. Looney.
17. S06E17Ain't Nothin' But an UrkelFebruary 24, 1995—Steve accidentally transforms himself into Elvis; Carl and Harriette are appointed marriage counselors.
18. S06E18My Uncle HeroMarch 3, 1995—Laura and Myra fight over Steve; Richie's class visits Carl at the precinct.
19. S06E19My BodyguardMarch 17, 1995—After Steve is threatened, Carl acts as his bodyguard; Eddie is hit on by his boss' daughter.
20. S06E20Cheers Looking at You, KidMarch 24, 1995—Steve tags along on Laura's cheerleading trip to Omaha, Nebraska; Harriette and Carl look forward to a weekend alone.
21. S06E21What's Up Doc?March 31, 1995—The Winslows see a counselor to discuss the family's tension and hostility.
22. S06E22We're Going to Disney World (1)April 28, 1995—Steve travels to Walt Disney World to participate in an inventors contest.
23. S06E23We're Going to Disney World (2)May 5, 1995—Steve, in his alter ego, must tell Myra that he plans to marry Laura; Eddie and Waldo are lost.
24. S06E24They Shoot Urkels, Don't They?May 12, 1995—Steve and Carl face off in a dance contest; Laura dates Waldo's friend.
25. S06E25Home Sweet HomeMay 19, 1995—Urkel causes more problems when he moves in with Eddie and Waldo.

Season 6 ranked & reviewed

1. S07E01Little Big GuySeptember 22, 1995—Steve accidentally shrinks himself and Carl in his transformation machine.
2. S07E02The Naked and the NerdySeptember 29, 1995—Laura and Steve have an unexpected encounter in the shower.
3. S07E03BuggedOctober 13, 1995—Urkel, fearing Myra's jealousy, hides his attraction to a fellow bug collector.
4. S07E04Teacher's PetOctober 20, 1995—Stefan Urquelle calms an unruly class when Steve tries to substitute teach.
5. S07E05Walking My Baby Back HomeOctober 27, 1995—When Eddie is forbidden to see his girlfriend, he asks Steve to arrange secret meetings.
6. S07E06She's BackNovember 3, 1995—When Steve goes to Russia, his Southern-belle cousin Myrtle visits the Winslows.
7. S07E07Hot Rods to HeckNovember 10, 1995—Steve tries to protect Laura from a smooth-talking senior by challenging him to a drag race.
8. S07E08Talk's CheapNovember 17, 1995—Steve, Myra, and Laura join the talk show circuit to discuss unsatisfying romances.
9. S07E09Struck by LightningNovember 24, 1995—Being struck by lightning three times keeps Urkel from going outside.
10. S07E10Best Years of Our LivesDecember 8, 1995—Steve volunteers to build the senior-class float for the homecoming parade.
11. S07E11Fa La La La Laagghh!December 15, 1995—Carl agrees to let Steve decorate the Winslow household for the Christmas season.
12. S07E12Friendship CyclesJanuary 5, 1996—Steve must do some fast thinking to go on a senior class bicycle trip with Myra.
13. S07E13South of the BorderJanuary 12, 1996—Carl, Eddie and Steve have to bail Waldo out of jail.
14. S07E14Life in the Fast LaneJanuary 26, 1996—After he mistakenly ingests Laura's diet pills, Steve destroys Carl's garage.
15. S07E15Random Acts of ScienceFebruary 2, 1996—Steve and Carl are threatened by thugs in the warehouse that houses Steve's experiments.
16. S07E16Tips for a Better LifeFebruary 9, 1996—Steve gets a job at a coffee shop to help pay for repairs on the Winslows' home.
17. S07E17Swine LakeFebruary 16, 1996—Eddie reluctantly signs up to take ballet lessons to improve his basketball skills.
18. S07E18My Big BrotherFebruary 23, 1996—Steve becomes a big brother to a street-smart fourth grader who can't read.
19. S07E19Eau de loveMarch 8, 1996—Laura falls under a passionate spell from Steve's aphrodisiac.
20. S07E20Twinkle Toes FaldoMarch 15, 1996—Waldo takes tap dancing lessons to improve his agility.
21. S07E21ScammedMarch 29, 1996—Eddie and Waldo are in for a shock when they go to a bar where they think the Chicago Bears hang out.
22. S07E22Dream DateApril 26, 1996—Steve tries to make the night special when he and Laura go to the senior prom together.
23. S07E23A Ham Is BornMay 10, 1996—Carl lands the lead role in a movie while moonlighting as a security guard.
24. S07E24Send in the CloneMay 17, 1996—Steve gets a big suprise when he accidentally clones himself.

Season 7 ranked & reviewed

1. S08E01Paris Vacation (1)September 20, 1996—Steve transports himself, his clone and the Winslows to Paris, where romance blossoms for Laura, and Steve is held captive by a beautiful sc
2. S08E02Paris Vacation (2)September 20, 1996—Steve transports himself, his clone and the Winslows to Paris, where romance blossoms for Laura, and Steve is held captive by a beautiful sc
3. S08E03Paris Vacation (3)September 27, 1996—Carl's attempt to rescue Steve from the clutches of his kidnapper leads to a mad dash around Paris.
4. S08E04Movin' OnOctober 4, 1996—Steve finds popularity among the technologically inclined at BIT; Laura makes a break and moves in with Myra.
5. S08E053J in the HouseOctober 11, 1996—The Winslows realize their true feelings for 3J when he runs away from his group home.
6. S08E06Getting BuffOctober 18, 1996—Eddie argues to his girlfriend about her modeling when Steve sees Greta nude in Laura's art class, only for Laura to reveal the shocking tru
7. S08E07StevilOctober 25, 1996—Steve is spooked when his ventriloquist dummy comes to life and sets out to torment the Winslows.
8. S08E08Karate KidsNovember 1, 1996—A street gang, known as "The Piranhas", has intimidated Richie and 3J from playing at the local park, and when Urkel tries to intervene, he
9. S08E09Home AgainNovember 8, 1996—The music group New Edition helps Stefan woo Laura when their long-distance relationship begins to suffer.
10. S08E10Nightmare at Urkel OaksNovember 15, 1996—Myrtle Urkel pushes Eddie to marry her and has Big Daddy help her apply the pressure.
11. S08E11Chick-a-BoomNovember 22, 1996—Carl hopes to get a promotion by hosting a fancy dinner party for his superiors.
12. S08E12The JuryDecember 6, 1996—Carl and Steve serve on the same jury, where Steve's investigative talent comes into play.
13. S08E13It Came Upon a Midnight ClearDecember 13, 1996—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 C
14. S08E14Revenge of the NerdJanuary 3, 1997—Laura is excited about joining a sorority until she learns Steve has been named the star of its annual geek party.
15. S08E15Love TrianglesJanuary 17, 1997—Laura and Maxine realize they can share almost anything, except their affection for Curtis.
16. S08E16Father TimeJanuary 31, 1997—Carl and Steve go back in time together, where Carl ignores Steve's warnings and alters history.
17. S08E17Beauty and the BeastFebruary 7, 1997—Steve's cousin Myrtle arrives with her sights set on winning the local beauty pageant and Eddie's affections.
18. S08E18Le Jour d'amourFebruary 14, 1997—Urkel narrates romantic vignettes featuring the Winslows and friends.
19. S08E19What Do You Know?February 28, 1997—Eddie transforms himself into Steve Urkel to compete in a game show, not knowing that Steve is competing in the same show.
20. S08E20Odd Man InMarch 14, 1997—Carl invites Harriette to join his poker game; Eddie convinces Steve to fill in for him at work and comes to regret it.
21. S08E21Flirting with DisasterMarch 28, 1997—Eddie falls for an older woman; Carl may lose his homeowners insurance because of Steve.
22. S08E22Pound FoolishApril 25, 1997—Steve has what he thinks is the perfect solution to help his Aunt Oona lose weight quickly.
23. S08E23The Brother Who Came to DinnerMay 2, 1997—Carl's brother, who is in trouble with the law, visits; Steve's invention may give Eddie the upper hand in a boxing match.
24. S08E24A Pirate's Life for MeMay 9, 1997—Steve and Carl travel back to an 18th-century pirate ship in Steve's latest invention.

Season 8 ranked & reviewed

1. S09E01Out With the OldSeptember 19, 1997—Steve gets a make-over in preparation for Laura's sorority auction; Carl is threatened by Harriette's promotion.
2. S09E02They Shoot Ducks, Don't They?September 26, 1997—Urkel tags along when Carl goes duck hunting with his boss; Laura loses her mother's diamond earrings.
3. S09E03Dumb Belle of the BallOctober 3, 1997—Eddie feels obliged to escort Myrtle to the ball after she saves his life.
4. S09E04Drinking and JivingOctober 10, 1997—Laura drinks too much at a fraternity party; Carl and Harriette make conflicting surprise plans for their anniversary.
5. S09E05Who's Afraid of the Big Black Book?October 17, 1997—For Eddie's 21st birthday bash, Urkel mistakenly uses his little black book for the guest list.
6. S09E06A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to ReadOctober 24, 1997—A scientific accident leaves Urkel with the ability to read minds.
7. S09E07Stevil II: This Time He's Not AloneOctober 31, 1997—The ventriloquist dummy Stevil and his new friend Carlsbad haunt Urkel and Carl.
8. S09E08Trading PlacesNovember 7, 1997—Stefan and Urkel trade places to test Laura's feelings; Eddie tapes the police department for a school project.
9. S09E09A Pain in HarassmentNovember 28, 1997—Urkel can win $1 million by sinking a halftime shot at an LA Clippers game; Harriette has trouble with her boss.
10. S09E10Original Gangsta DawgDecember 5, 1997—Trouble comes to town when Urkel's cousin, Original Gangsta Dawg, pays a visit and clashes with both Carl and Laura.
11. S09E11Deck the MallsDecember 19, 1997—Steve gets all wrapped up in the Christmas spirit when he takes a job as a gift-wrapper, but the new gig leaves him little time to spend wit
12. S09E12Grill of My DreamsJanuary 9, 1998—Urkel impresses Laura with his new cooking talent and manages to save a Japanese restaurant from a fire; Carl baby-sits a parrot.
13. S09E13Breaking Up Is Hard to DoJanuary 16, 1998—Urkel and Myra break up, and Eddie decides to drop out of college to become a cop.
14. S09E14Crazy for You (1)January 23, 1998—Myra and Stefan work at separating Laura and Steve; Eddie learns an important lesson in firearm safety.
15. S09E15Crazier for You (2)January 30, 1998—Myra surprises Steve and Laura on their first date; Harriette gives Carl his rink back.
16. S09E16Whose Man Is It Anyway?June 5, 1998—Myrtle and Greta decide to settle their fight over Eddie in the boxing ring; 3J looks for his biological mother.
17. S09E17PolkapaloozaJune 12, 1998—Urkel takes Laura to Chicago's biggest polka festival in an effort to bond with her.
18. S09E18Throw Urkel from the TrainJune 18, 1998—Carl spends a weekend with Urkel after his nerdy neighbor unwittingly joins him on a business trip.
19. S09E19Don't Make Me OverJune 26, 1998—After a cosmetic makeover, Myrtle decides she likes her old self better.
20. S09E20Pop Goes the QuestionJuly 3, 1998—Laura faces a dilemma when both Urkel and Stefan ask for her hand in marriage.
21. S09E21Lost in Space (1)July 10, 1998—Urkel and Laura postpone their wedding when he is launched into space in order to test his latest gadget.
22. S09E22Lost in Space (2)July 17, 1998—Urkel fixes his spacecraft from the outside in order to return to Earth and see Laura again.

Season 9 ranked & reviewed