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The Tortellis Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 1987 - 1987
Episode 1
Pilot
Thu, Jan 22, 1987
After dreaming that he's going to Hell for his blatant misdeeds, Nick Tortelli relocates to Las Vegas with his family to start a new life.
Episode 2
An Affair to Remember
Wed, Jan 28, 1987
When Charlotte discovers she's being two-timed, she uses Nick to make her boyfriend jealous.
Episode 3
Frankie Comes to Dinner
Wed, Feb 4, 1987
When Norm and Cliff come to visit, Nick tries to impress them by saying Frank Sinatra is a close, personal friend.
Episode 4
Svengali
Wed, Feb 11, 1987
When Loretta gets a job as the round girl at the local fights, Nick gets her a singing gig in hopes that she'll fire her manager.
Episode 5
The Ad Game
Wed, Feb 18, 1987
Nick promises to eat a bug if he can't fix a TV in 24 hours, and a nasty neighbor will take him up on that promise.
Episode 6
Viva Las Vegas
Wed, Feb 25, 1987
Nick begins managing an Elvis impersonator who dreams of becoming an opera singer.
Episode 7
Coochie, Coochie
Wed, Mar 18, 1987
Nick goes to fix Charo's TV and winds up spending the night out, so Loretta concludes he slept with the Las Vegas headliner.
Episode 8
Man of the Year
Wed, Mar 25, 1987
Nick offers a year of free TV repair service to raise money for charity, which results in him garnering a "Man of the Year" award.
Episode 9
The Good Life
Wed, Apr 1, 198730 mins
Nick masquerades as a wealthy businessman so his family can spend the night in a luxurious hotel.
Episode 10
Father Knows Best
Tue, Apr 21, 198730 mins
After witnessing Anthony ironing Annie's clothes, Nick decides his son isn't as masculine as he should be, so he decides to teach Anthony how to be a man.
Episode 11
The Customer's Always Right
Tue, Apr 28, 198730 mins
When a condescending customer stiffs him on a bill, Nick takes him to court.
Episode 12
Innocent as Charged
Tue, May 5, 198730 mins
Anthony and Nick are in the doghouse when Loretta and Annie arrive to find them cavorting by the pool with two ladies.
Episode 13
His Girl Friday
Tue, May 12, 198730 mins
Nick hires a beautiful secretary who quickly proves to be tyrannical.