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Party of Five Season 4 Episodes
Season 4 Episode Guide
24 Episodes 1997 - 1998
Episode 1
What a Drag
Wed, Sep 17, 1997 60 mins
A now-sober Bailey suffers new consequences from his drunken-driving accident; Julia finds she's in uncharted territory as a married woman; and Owen develops a penchant for dressing up in girls' clothes. Mr. Reeves: Richard Gilliland. Jenny: Cristine Rose. Bailey: Scott Wolf.
Episode 2
Past Imperfect
Wed, Sep 24, 1997 60 mins
With Sarah prepared to lie on the witness stand, and his family ready to mortgage the house for his legal defense, Bailey fears the worst; Griffin's visiting buddy (Michael Cudlitz) proves three is a crowd. Jenny: Cristine Rose. Reed: Andrew Keegan.
Episode 3
Handicaps
Wed, Oct 1, 1997 60 mins
Sarah strikes out on her own after walking away from her parents; Bailey can't escape his past; Griffin keeps a cash-flow problem to himself; and Charlie blows up at Julia. Howard: Conor O'Farrell. Griffin: Jeremy London. Probation Officer: Ellen Bry. Landlord: Larry Joshua.
Episode 4
Zap
Wed, Oct 15, 1997 60 mins
Apartment managers Bailey and Sarah get a host of complaints from an irate tenant (Paige Turco); Julia gets enthused over working with the museum's curator (Peter Krause); and Charlie becomes smitten at the market. Nina: Jessica Lundy.
Episode 5
Fight or Flight
Wed, Oct 22, 1997 60 mins
Julia chalks up her on-the-job troubles to Daniel's discovery that she's married; and Bailey's attentions to Annie (Paige Turco) leave Sarah feeling abandoned. Daniel: Peter Krause. Nina: Jessica Lundy. Griffin: Jeremy London. Julia: Neve Campbell. Charlie: Matthew Fox.
Episode 6
Immediate Family
Wed, Oct 29, 1997 60 mins
Charlie gets a blast from the past---the reappearance of Kirsten (Paula Devicq); and Bailey may be heading for a fall, as may Claudia. Annie: Paige Turco. Nina: Jessica Lundy. Reed: Andrew Keegan. John: Don McManus. Charlie: Matthew Fox.
Episode 7
Positive Attitude
Wed, Nov 5, 1997 60 mins
Charlie (Matthew Fox), despite claims that he's okay, learns disturbing news about his health; a new repair shop throws a monkey wrench into Griffin's business plans; Sarah invites a guy over. Paul: Tim Dekay. Howie: Conor O'Farrell. Zoe: Diane Robin. Dr. Rabin: Brenda Wehle.
Episode 8
Sickness and Health, Richer or Poorer
Wed, Nov 12, 1997 60 mins
Another wedding celebration at the house is fraught with disaster and doubts as Julia is left with uncertainty about her marriage, and Charlie is left feeling frightened and alone. Nina: Jessica Lundy. Annie: Paige Turco. Natalie: Allison Bertolino. Howie: Conor O'Farrell.
Episode 9
Truth Be Told
Wed, Nov 19, 1997 60 mins
Charlie finally tells the family about his illness, but he turns to Kirsten when he's unable to cope with Claudia's inquisitiveness, Bailey's effort to bond, and Julia's selfishness. Dr. Rabin: Brenda Wehle. Kirsten: Paula Devicq. Charlie: Matthew Fox. Claudia: Lacey Chabert.
Episode 10
Adjustments
Wed, Dec 3, 1997 60 mins
Charlie begins his radiation regimen; Bailey's helpful gestures upset Annie (Paige Turco); a new job does little to improve Julia's financial condition. Merika: Moon Zappa. Patient: James Sutorius. Radiologist: Faran Tahir. Reed: Andrew Keegan. Charlie: Matthew Fox.
Episode 11
S' Wunnderful Life
Wed, Dec 10, 1997 60 mins
Christmastime finds Sarah and Bailey hosting a party, Charlie "recharging" on a road trip with Kirsten, and Will (Scott Grimes) and Justin (Michael Goorjian) returning for a visit. Annie: Paige Turco. Glenn: John Michael Higgins. Kirsten: Paula Devicq.
Episode 12
Empty Shoes
Wed, Jan 7, 1998 60 mins
Unable to function, Charlie asks for help at home and at the restaurant. Bailey takes charge at Salingers, but Julia faces a miserable time at home and at work. Mr. Bancroft: Keene Curtis. Reed: Andrew Keegan. Charlie: Matthew Fox. Claudia: Lacey Chabert. Julia: Neve Campbell.
Episode 13
Parent Trap
Wed, Jan 14, 1998 60 mins
Charlie consults an herbalist and tries meditation; Julia and Griffin realize the distance between them; Reed's brutal honesty leaves Claudia heartbroken. Reed: Andrew Keegan. Howie: Conor O'Farrell. Mac: Kevin Bourland. Dr. Fong: Charles Chun. Kirsten: Paula Devicq.
Episode 14
Of Human Bonding
Wed, Jan 21, 1998 60 mins
Charlie embraces a new attitude, inspired by an adventuresome fellow patient (Patrick Breen); Julia's marriage becomes a constant battle zone. Jeannie: Eve Gordon. Natalie: Allison Bertolino. Elliot: Christopher Gorham. Griffin: Jeremy London. Charlie: Matthew Fox.
Episode 15
Here and Now
Wed, Jan 28, 1998 60 mins
Kevin's news does nothing to quiet Charlie's fears; Griffin's pipe dreams leave Julia with a lot of doubts; Elliot (Christopher Gorham) reveals his true feelings to Bailey. Kevin: Patrick Breen. Tush: Jack Hallett. Griffin: Jeremy London. Sarah: Jennifer Love Hewitt.
Episode 16
I Give Up
Wed, Feb 4, 1998 60 mins
Charlie prepares for the worst after he's hospitalized; Bailey comes to a major decision; Claudia retreats into a world of truancy; and Griffin cuts his losses at the shop. Paul: Tim Dekay. Rosalie: Ever Carradine. Buyer: David Graf. Kirsten: Paula Devicq.
Episode 17
Of Sound Mind and Body
Wed, Feb 11, 1998 60 mins
With Bailey and Julia oblivious to what's going on at home, Claudia and Owen end up being what some might consider neglected; Charlie makes a will and asks Kirsten a major favor. Paul: Tim Dekay. Rosalie: Ever Carradine. Day: Brian Markinson. Ms. Huffman: Lela Ivey.
Episode 18
True or False
Wed, Feb 25, 1998 60 mins
Annie has a relapse; Julia rediscovers academics; Griffin can't fight his growing attraction to Rosalie (Ever Carradine); Claudia sees a psychologist (Terri Hanauer). Prof. Sinclair: Robin Gammell. Annie: Paige Turco. Janice: Laura Gardner.
Episode 19
Go Away
Wed, Mar 4, 1998 60 mins
A change of scenery seems to be just what the doctor ordered for Charlie, who's awaiting medical-test results, and for Bailey and Julia, who escape their own worries. Kirsten: Paula Devicq. Annie: Paige Turco. Bailey: Scott Wolf. Julia: Neve Campbell.
Episode 20
Square One
Wed, Apr 22, 1998 60 mins
Charlie wants to celebrate after getting a clean bill of health. Then he's left alone with the stripper (Jennifer Aspen) hired to entertain him. Meanwhile, Griffin has a confession for Julia. Rosalie: Ever Carradine. Natalie: Allison Bertolino. Griffin: Jeremy London.
Episode 21
Free and Clear
Wed, Apr 22, 1998 60 mins
The Salingers face the prospect of selling the restaurant or buying out Joe (Tom Mason); Julia tries to forgive Griffin; a boy (Ross Malinger) on the debate team falls for Claudia. Daphne: Jennifer Aspen. Dr. Calsyn: Gregg Daniel. Bailey: Scott Wolf. Griffin: Jeremy London. Claudia: Lacey Chabert. Julia: Neve Campbell. Charlie: Matthew Fox. Sarah: Jennifer Love Hewitt. Manfred: Vic Polizos.
Episode 22
Opposites Distract
Wed, Apr 29, 1998 60 mins
Charlie's no 'enry 'iggins in his stage debut in a charity musical opposite Daphne (Jennifer Aspen); Julia can't bear to see her marriage fail; Sarah refuses to play the middleman for Bailey and Annie. Jamie: Ross Malinger. Justin: Michael Goorjian. Andy: Anthony Mangano.
Episode 23
Fools Rush In
Wed, May 6, 1998 60 mins
Daphne (Jennifer Aspen) has shocking news for Charlie; the return of Annie's ex (John Slattery) gives Bailey misgivings about moving in with her; good luck comes to Griffin. Eric: Jeremy Keller. Kirsten: Paula Devicq. Paul: Tim Dekay.
Episode 24
Fools Rush Out
Wed, May 13, 1998 60 mins
Pregnancy becomes a terrifying reality for Daphne (Jennifer Aspen); Bailey acts impulsively, fearing he'll lose Annie; and Julia faces a separation from Griffin as she departs for Stanford. Jay: John Slattery. Annie: Paige Turco. Kirsten: Paula Devicq.
