That '80s Show
The date is 1984. The location is San Diego, just one hour outside of the big dream we call Los Angeles. Corey and Katie live with their Dad RT and Corey's friend Roger. Corey is a creative soul who is trying to make it in the music world in a decade that only appreciates financial success. Although his father, RT, is a successful professional who is about to strike gold with his Gut Whacker and ride the '80s fitness marketing craze wave, Corey finds it difficult to get in the game. On the other hand, Corey's friend Roger idolizes Ronald Reagan and listens to motivation tapes while trying to find his way into corporate America. The household is rounded out by Corey's younger sister Katie, a chip off the old block whose sweetness and naiveté make her the perfect go between for her father and brother. At Club Piranha, a local gathering place, Sophia is in control. Sophia, Corey's ex, is a beautiful, "grab all that I can" kind of girl who doesn't like to limit her choices. Sophia breaks up with Corey to explore other avenues and relationships... all types of relationships. Corey's one safe haven is Permanent Record, the music store where he works for Margaret, a woman who lived through the summer of love and emerged with quite a few stories (and a rash). But things change for Corey when he's forced to deal with the new girl, Tuesday, a punk rocker who sports a mohawk and attitude to match.
- Metascore31
- 2002-2002
- 1 season
- Fox Network
- Comedy
- TV-PG
The date is 1984. The location is San Diego, just one hour outside of the big dream we call Los Angeles. Corey and Katie live with their Dad RT and Corey's friend Roger. Corey is a creative soul who is trying to make it in the music world in a decade that only appreciates financial success. Although his father, RT, is a successful professional who is about to strike gold with his Gut Whacker and ride the '80s fitness marketing craze wave, Corey finds it difficult to get in the game. On the other hand, Corey's friend Roger idolizes Ronald Reagan and listens to motivation tapes while trying to find his way into corporate America. The household is rounded out by Corey's younger sister Katie, a chip off the old block whose sweetness and naiveté make her the perfect go between for her father and brother. At Club Piranha, a local gathering place, Sophia is in control. Sophia, Corey's ex, is a beautiful, "grab all that I can" kind of girl who doesn't like to limit her choices. Sophia breaks up with Corey to explore other avenues and relationships... all types of relationships. Corey's one safe haven is Permanent Record, the music store where he works for Margaret, a woman who lived through the summer of love and emerged with quite a few stories (and a rash). But things change for Corey when he's forced to deal with the new girl, Tuesday, a punk rocker who sports a mohawk and attitude to match.
Season 1 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2002
Episode 1
Pilot
Wed, Jan 23, 2002
The year is 1984. We meet Cory who once went out with Sophia, works in a record shop and holds a degree in philosophy. Sophia now has a crush on Cory's sister Katie. Tuesday starts working with Cory at the record shop and things start to happen from there.
Episode 2
Valentine's Day
Wed, Jan 30, 2002
Katie's boyfriend is home on a 72 hour pass. R.T.'s ex has moved on. Sophia is after her favorite valentine, Katie. Roger is after anyone. And a mysterious box of chocolates at the record store causes romantic tension for Corey and Tuesday.
Episode 3
Tuesday Comes Over
Wed, Feb 6, 2002
Katie's recycling efforts annoy everybody. Sophia uses her sex appeal to sell a hot tub to R.T. Tuesday needs a place to stay, so Katie invites her in. Roger tries to sell a shoddy car to a sweet old couple. Tuesday catches Corey in a lie.
Episode 4
Corey's Remix
Wed, Feb 13, 2002
Corey records a pop ballad for his ears only. Katie "fixes" the song and plays it at the club behind Corey's back. After a failed sales pitch, Roger gets fired. Tuesday and Corey begin warming up to the idea of hooking up with each other.
Episode 5
My Dead Friend
Wed, Feb 20, 2002
Thanks to Tuesday, Corey is tapped to give the eulogy for a guy he doesn't know. Sophia tries for a romantic weekend with Katie and Owen. Margaret struggles with a moral dilemma. And what is Tuesday's real name?
Episode 6
Spring Break '84
Wed, Mar 6, 2002
Katie goes on spring break and R.T. falls apart. Tuesday has a date and Corey falls apart. And Roger has a house guest.
Episode 7
Katie's Birthday
Wed, Mar 27, 2002
It's Katie's 21st and everyone is at the house to celebrate. Tuseday is uncomfortable, Roger has a sprained ankle and Owen has a question for the Birthday Girl.
Episode 8
After the Kiss
Wed, Apr 3, 2002
After Corey and Tuesdays' initial kiss, they can't keep their hands off of each other, but where is this relationship headed. Meanwhile, Sophia is taking over R.T.'s company and Roger is taking over Katie's aerobics class.
Episode 9
Double Date
Wed, Apr 10, 2002
Tuesday fixes Roger up with a "friend" for the Bob Marley concert. Sophia invents the infomercial. Katie might have to come clean to R.T. about dropping out of college.
Episode 10
Punk Club
Wed, Apr 17, 2002
Tuesday is embarrassed to go to a new punk club with Corey. Katie is having trouble keeping up with housework and school work. Roger has a real bad Hair Day.
Episode 11
Road Trip
Wed, Apr 24, 2002
Corey and Katie get an audition for Star Search, Tuesday, Roger and Owen go along for support. Sophia pretends to be R.T.'s girlfriend. Margaret's nemesis Pat Benatar pays a visit.
Episode 12
Beach Party
Tue, May 7, 2002
A night at the beach causes someone to say the "L" word. Margaret goes toe to toe with a perky customer. Sophia makes a power move at R.T.'s company.
Episode 13
Sophia's Depressed
Wed, May 29, 2002
Corey and Tuesday have a conflict over sleeping arrangements. Tragedy strikes the disc shop and Sophia struggles with a personal conflict that will bring the ladies closer together.
