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My Wife and Kids Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
11 Episodes 2001 - 2001
Episode 1
Pilot
Wed, Mar 28, 2001 30 mins
In the series pilot, Michael (Damon Wayans) is upset. Why? Because Janet (Tisha Campbell) wants to work full-time, because Jr. (George O. Gore II) admires gangsta rap and because Claire (Jazz Rycole) wants to go to school in a tank top. Making matters worse, younger daughter Kady (Parker McKenna Posey), keeps yammering at him in Spanish---thanks to Rosa (Marlene Forte) the nanny, who, he's convinced, can't stand him.
Episode 2
The Truth Hurts
Wed, Mar 28, 2001 30 mins
Michael (Damon Wayans) is ready to pound Jr. (George O. Gore II) because he suspects his son has gotten a tattoo. But Jr. won't own up to it (he won't take off his shirt, either). Meanwhile, Kady's mad at Michael because he won't let her go on a sleepover. Kady: Parker McKenna Posey. Janet: Tisha Campbell-Martin. Claire: Jazz Raycole. Melanie: Rhyon Nicole Brown. Nicole: Kyla Wayans.
Episode 3
Grassy Knoll
Wed, Apr 4, 2001 30 mins
Jr. and his friend Tommy (Robert Ri'chard) want to write songs but can't find their muse. Their solution: something they smoke. Meanwhile, Claire doesn't have time for Kady (Parker McKenna Posey); and Jay wants to get rid of Michael's old "stuff" in their closet. Jr.: George O. Gore II. Claire: Jazz Raycole. Jay: Tisha Martin-Campbell. Michael: Damon Wayans.
Episode 4
Of Breasts and Basketball
Wed, Apr 4, 2001 30 mins
It's "Jr. time" when Michael goes one-on-one with his son (George O. Gore) on the basketball court. Then sore loser Michael must take Claire (Jazz Raycole) on a shopping expedition to buy underwear. Needless to say, she's excruciatingly embarrassed. Tiffany: Maria Torres. Kim: Rudee Lipscomb. Salesperson: Saachiko. Bre: Cara Mia Wayans.
Episode 5
Making the Grade
Wed, Apr 11, 2001 30 mins
Jr.'s F in algebra becomes an A through the magic of forgery. But it doesn't fool his parents, who decide to "toy" with him. Making matters worse: Jr. (George O. Gore II) told Claire (Jazz Raycole) and blackmail ensues. Rev. Mayo: Alexander Folk. Michael: Damon Wayans. Janet: Tisha Campbell-Martin.
Episode 6
Working It
Wed, Apr 11, 2001 30 mins
With Jr. in danger of failing algebra, Michael comes up with a unique plan to help him pass; and Jay has mother-daughter relationship problems with Claire, who is turning into "little Miss Attitude." Janine: Dawn Stern. Mr. Griggler: David Lewison.
Episode 7
Snapping and Sniffing
Wed, Apr 18, 2001 30 mins
Jr. (George O. Gore II) is being teased by a new neighbor (Preston Wamsley), a boy who is much bigger than he is. But the bully is no match for Claire (Jazz Raycole). Meanwhile, Michael and Jay are once again sparring over Jay's working. "You're Wonder Woman," he tells her, "because every time I come home I'm wondering, 'where's my woman?'." Joseph: Stephen Lee. Maddy: Jacqueline Schultz. Jay: Tisha Campbell Martin. Michael: Damon Wayans.
Episode 8
He Said, She Said
Wed, Apr 18, 2001 30 mins
It seems as though Michael and Jay are speaking Chinese---they simply aren't paying attention to each other one Saturday. It all begins because she wants him to take part in family activities and he wants to watch basketball. So he tunes her out when she asks him to do something. Of course he doesn't know what it is. Michael: Damon Wayans. Jay: Tisha Campbell-Martin.
Episode 9
Breaking Up and Breaking It
Wed, Apr 25, 2001 30 mins
Claire has her first crush, and when the boy (Andrew McFarlane) comes over, he can't take her eyes off her...father's video game. Meanwhile, Jr. (George O. Gore II) injures a delicate part of his anatomy. Dr. Parks: Phil Reeves. Claire: Jazz Raycole. Kady: Parker McKenna Posey. Jay: Tisha Campbell-Martin. Michael: Damon Wayans.
Episode 10
A Little Romance
Wed, May 2, 2001 30 mins
Michael's single brother Ken (Keenen Ivory Wayans) shows up for dinner with his 21-year-old girlfriend, Tiara (Daphne Duplaix), sparking Michael's fears that his marriage (or at least his sex life) has lost its spark. Meanwhile, Claire's getting her hopes up (a bit too much) about an upcoming dance contest. Rosa: Marlene Forte.
Episode 11
Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow
Wed, May 9, 2001 30 mins
Michael's accountant (radio personality Doug Banks) dies suddenly, prompting Michael to vow "to live life to its fullest." His definition of "fullest" includes hugging Jay and the kids incessantly, wearing a wig, and deciding to sell his business and live in an RV. And he's driving his family crazy. Bruce: David Wells. Jay: Tisha Campbell-Martin. Jr.: George O. Gore II. Claire: Jazz Raycole. Kady: Parker McKenna Posey.
