Ed
Ed Stevens is a contracts lawyer at a high-profile New York City firm. Around the same time he splits with his wife (she slept with a mailman), he makes a single error in punctuation when going over a contract; and because of the resulting financial loss to the firm, he's fired. Despondent, he heads back to his (small) hometown of Stuckeyville, "Anytown", USA. There he realizes he's been missed by a lot of friends whom he's missed; and he sees Carol, the girl he'd adored in high school. Swept up in roiling emotions, Ed buys the local bowling alley on a whim, moves to Stuckeyville, and determines to win Carol's heart. His horizons broaden as he settles once more in Stuckeyville, and the series itself settles into a charming, funny, often serious slice-of-life series focused not solely on Ed, but on the lovable ensemble cast of people who live and work with him in Stuckeyville.
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- 2000-2004
- 4 seasons
- NBC
- Comedy, Drama
Ed Stevens is a contracts lawyer at a high-profile New York City firm. Around the same time he splits with his wife (she slept with a mailman), he makes a single error in punctuation when going over a contract; and because of the resulting financial loss to the firm, he's fired. Despondent, he heads back to his (small) hometown of Stuckeyville, "Anytown", USA. There he realizes he's been missed by a lot of friends whom he's missed; and he sees Carol, the girl he'd adored in high school. Swept up in roiling emotions, Ed buys the local bowling alley on a whim, moves to Stuckeyville, and determines to win Carol's heart. His horizons broaden as he settles once more in Stuckeyville, and the series itself settles into a charming, funny, often serious slice-of-life series focused not solely on Ed, but on the lovable ensemble cast of people who live and work with him in Stuckeyville.
Season 4 Episode Guide
17 Episodes 2003 - 2004
Episode 1
New School
Wed, Sep 24, 2003 41 mins
Ed and Carol move out of friend zone into dating but discover they don't inspire each other in the bedroom. Mike and Nancy buy a purebred dog but must sue the breeder for fraud. Eli finds a source for terrific pies that sell really well.
Episode 2
New Car Smell
Wed, Oct 1, 2003 41 mins
Ed's cousin Benny arrives in Stuckeyville to shoot a documentary on the only bowling alley owning attorney he knows. His friends either reveal their quirks like Mike and Nancy or do elaborate skits for the film as does Phil and Eli.
Episode 3
The Dream
Wed, Oct 8, 2003
Ed and Mike fulfill a long time dream by purchasing a race horse. Warren puts off college following Carol's advice which angers his parents. Eli has a disagreement with Jennifer, his pie supplier, and is mistaken for a faith healer.
Episode 4
History Lessons
Wed, Oct 15, 2003
A historian discredits Stuckeyville's founder and his Revolutionary War hero status so Ed takes it to court. Nancy wants Mike to list everything he doesn't want their daughter to know. Ed becomes obsessed with a man from Carol's past.
Episode 5
Death, Debt & Dating
Wed, Oct 22, 2003
Ed represents Doug who is being sued by his father for school tuition after he quits school. Molly becomes intrigued by a new guy Ted but is still seeing Sean. Mike and Nancy devise a test to pick Sarah's guardian among their friends.
Episode 6
The Offer
Wed, Oct 29, 2003
Carol is offered a writing job in New York leaving Ed with a decision to make. When he decides he will move with her it causes ripple effects. Mike feels the need to audition for a new best friend and Stuckey Bowl's employees are worried.
Episode 7
Goodbye Stuckeyville
Wed, Nov 5, 2003
As the residents of Stuckeyville put together Carol's going-away celebration, Ed struggles to decide whether he should follow her to New York or stay put.
Episode 8
Therapy
Wed, Nov 12, 2003
Ed starts attending therapy sessions to cope with his long distance relationship, and Eli seeks advice over his feelings for Jennifer.
Episode 9
The Proposal
Wed, Nov 19, 2003
Ed's plans to propose to Carol in New York become complicated when she returns to Stuckeyville for Thanksgiving, and he is forced to rethink his strategy.
Episode 10
Just a Formality
Wed, Dec 10, 2003
Ed makes a nervous attempt to ask Carol's Dad for Carol's hand in marriage. Mike wants a pizza oven. Mark asks Ed to represent him in court against two bullies about an embarrassing video clip that was stolen and placed on the internet .
Episode 11
Home for Christmas
Wed, Dec 17, 2003
A curvy former classmate (Madchen Amick) distracts Ed as he prepares to join Carol in Manhattan for Christmas; Mike and Nancy hope to encourage the construction crew to finish rebuilding their house in time for Christmas.
Episode 12
The Process
Wed, Jan 7, 2004
Ed gives advice he soon regrets regarding pre-nups to Mr. Mazula. Carol is under a lot of pressure between wedding planning and publishing deadlines until Molly steps in. Mike crumbles when he takes on more decision making.
Episode 13
Back in the Saddle
Fri, Jan 9, 2004
Ed's ex-wife Liz shows up and needs extensive legal help from Ed which makes Carol uncomfortable. Toby, a student in Carol's writing class, makes a concerted effort for Carol to start dating him despite her engagement to Ed.
Episode 14
Hidden Agendas
Fri, Jan 16, 2004
Ed's ex-wife Liz returns with a business idea to interest Ed and gives him an valuable gift which concerns Carol. Eli's attempt to save the community center leads to a radio job. Gunther, an exchange student, makes a move on Nancy.
Episode 15
Pressure Points
Fri, Jan 23, 2004 41 mins
Ed is concerned about his image after he, Carol, and Liz are robbed at gunpoint. Eli mishandles a listener request and Jennifer feels his radio job interferes with their relationship. Mike deals with the fallout when he parents have a problem.
Episode 16
Best Wishes
Fri, Jan 30, 2004
With Ed and Carol's wedding happening soon Lloyd and Stella reappear. Lloyd has tax problems and expects Ed to fix it. Stella starts things back up with Warren and Carol disapproves. Mike and Nancy compete to see who is sicker.
Episode 17
Happily Ever After
Fri, Feb 6, 2004
Ed is inspired to have a circus themed wedding and Carol agrees. Molly and Nancy try to stop it with second thoughts occurring mid vows. Mike takes one last bet. Warren and Mark do a hilarious homage to Ed's courtship of Carol.