Burning Down the House

S03E14·8.8·February 3, 1992·1h·CBS

Tempers sizzle with the arrival of Maggie's "pathologically polite" mother, who brings alarming news; the creative process inflames Chris with an unusual vision for an art project.

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#6In Season 3of 23 rated episodes

#18All-timeof 110 rated episodes

+0.7vs season avgSeason 3 averages 8.1

1992First airedFebruary 3, 1992

Guest stars

Bibi Beschas Jane O'Connell

John M. Jacksonas Larry Coe (Bob)

Gary Tayloras Gary

Haynes Brookeas Townsperson

Crew

Rob ThompsonDirector

Robin GreenWriter

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