Dave's World
Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Dave Barry deals with life in the suburbs with his wife and two young sons. Also starring in the series are Dave's amazingly stupid next-door neighbors Eric and Mia, and Dave's two close friends, Kenny and Shel.
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- 1993-1997
- 4 seasons
- CBS
- Comedy
- TV-14
Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Dave Barry deals with life in the suburbs with his wife and two young sons. Also starring in the series are Dave's amazingly stupid next-door neighbors Eric and Mia, and Dave's two close friends, Kenny and Shel.
Season 4 Episode Guide
24 Episodes 1996 - 1997
Episode 1
Based on a True Story
Fri, Sep 13, 1996
A column of Dave's, based on an anecdote from Shel, is optioned by a movie studio, and Dave and his pal collaborate on the script. Brandon Tartikoff plays a studio executive.
Episode 2
Solitaire
Fri, Sep 20, 1996
With Beth and the kids on trips, Dave finds himself home alone with nothing much to do.
Episode 3
Missed Manners
Fri, Sep 27, 1996
"Is it me, or did people used to be nicer to each other?" Dave wonders, after Shel has run-ins with an obnoxious waiter (Steve Hytner).
Episode 4
Crime and Coconuts
Fri, Oct 4, 1996
After Dave grounds Tommy for a prank that he claims he didn't do, he and the gang get into a brawl at Eric's bachelor party.
Episode 5
Miami Beached
Fri, Oct 11, 1996
Their discovery of an illegal immigrant (Nick Corri) introduces Dave and the gang to the realities of life in hiding.
Episode 6
Daveberry, RFD
Fri, Oct 18, 1996
The gang visits Dave and Kenny's hometown, where Kenny's sins might have caught up with him.
Episode 7
A Very Barry Pumpkin Show
Fri, Nov 1, 1996
Dave is determined to ensure his boys the opportunity to pick a jack-o-lantern from a real pumpkin patch.
Episode 8
Falling
Fri, Nov 8, 1996
Dave panics when a woman (Markie Post) he meets invites him to her apartment.
Episode 9
Stress
Fri, Nov 22, 1996
Having work done on the house takes its toll on the Barrys, who find themselves besieged with marital advice.
Episode 10
Starr Tours
Fri, Dec 13, 1996
After learning that Eric is working at the house of a famous musician, the Barrys take an unauthorized tour.
Episode 11
The Importance of Missing Earnest
Fri, Dec 20, 1996
Earnest disappears after the kids take her for a walk, but is soon found---by her original owner (Mary Pat Gleason).
Episode 12
Does the Whale Have to Be White?
Fri, Jan 3, 1997
Dave writes a column criticizing Tommy's teacher (Marsha Warfield) for staging a rewritten version of "Moby Dick."
Episode 13
Playdate with a Playmate
Fri, Jan 10, 1997
Dave's ego gets a boost when an adult-magazine model lists him as a "turn-on." "Entertainment Tonight"'s Mark Steines appears as himself.
Episode 14
Spontaneous Combustion
Fri, Jan 17, 1997
Kenny encourages Shel to be more spontaneous---and Shel takes his advice.
Episode 15
Dave Barry, Call Your Agent
Fri, Jan 31, 1997
A domineering agent (Beatrice Arthur) pushes even laid-back Dave to the limit. Wink Martindale appears as himself.
Episode 16
Touched by an Agent
Fri, Feb 7, 1997
Mel's interference in the Barrys' lives extends to Willie, whom she has cast in a commercial. Pat Boone and Roy Firestone have cameos.
Episode 17
Bad News Barry's
Fri, Feb 21, 1997
Dave gets an unwelcome taste of life as a celebrity when a photo of him next to a mobster becomes tabloid fodder.
Episode 18
Liar's Poker
Fri, Feb 28, 1997
A call from a college classmate whom Dave despised reveals a truth about Dave and Beth's dating history.
Episode 19
Testing... Testing...
Wed, Apr 30, 1997
Kenny's latest gig is promoting concerts. However, when his backers back out, he seeks a loan from Shel, and is hurt by his friend's response.
Episode 20
Tropical Depression
Wed, May 7, 1997
Shel's investments bring him a windfall, but then he learns the truth about his shady accountant.
Episode 21
Oh Dad, Poor Dad
Fri, Jun 6, 1997
Shel has a hard time admitting to his visiting daughter, Carly (Gabrielle Union), that most of his money is gone.
Episode 22
A Woman of Independent Seams
Fri, Jun 13, 1997
Goods found at the Barrys' garage sale reveal a secret about Dave. Meanwhile, Beth's wedding dress disappears.
Episode 23
Let Simmer, Then Grill
Fri, Jun 20, 1997
An FBI agent (Meagen Fay) investigating Shel interviews Dave and Beth, making the Barrys wonder just how well they know their friend.
Episode 24
The Creeping Peril
Fri, Jul 18, 1997
While Dave plans to attend his editor's retirement party, a sinkhole threatens the Barry home, forcing the family to seek shelter from Shel.