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My Mother Can Beat Up My Father

The fourth season opener finds the Petries in great form, with Dick Van Dyke and Mary Tyler Moore's chemistry stronger than ever.

September 23, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
2
The Ghost of A. Chantz

Rob takes on a challenge at work that bleeds into his home life, with Laura bearing the brunt of the comedy.

September 30, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
3
The Lady and the Babysitter

Laura's capri pants make another appearance as she navigates a social situation with style and humor.

October 07, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
4
A Vigilante Ripped My Sports Coat

The writing team faces internal conflict that's resolved with the kind of clever plotting that made this show legendary.

October 14, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
5
Body and Sol

Rob's attempt to be a good neighbor leads him into a situation that tests his diplomatic skills to the limit.

October 21, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
6
The Man from My Uncle

Sally's latest romantic endeavor gives Rose Marie the chance to deliver some of her finest comedic moments.

October 28, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
7
You Ought to Be in Pictures

Buddy's jokes land him in hot water, and for once, his quick wit can't get him out of it.

November 04, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
8
Baby Fat

A flashback episode reveals more about how the writing team came together, adding depth to their friendship.

November 11, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
9
Br-room, Br-room

Rob and Laura throw a party that becomes the talk of New Rochelle for all the wrong — and funniest — reasons.

November 18, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Dale McRaven, Carl Kleinschmitt
10
It Wouldn't Hurt Them to Give Us a Raise

An encounter with a fan of the Alan Brady Show puts Rob in an increasingly absurd position.

November 25, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Jay Burton, Ernest Chambers
11
Pink Pills and Purple Parents

Laura's independence shines in an episode that was quietly progressive for its era while being consistently funny.

December 02, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Jerry Belson, Garry Marshall
12
The Death of the Party

Rob and Laura tackle a parenting milestone with Ritchie, handling it with humor and genuine tenderness.

December 09, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
13
Stretch Petrie vs. Kid Schenk

Mel Cooley gets a rare moment in the spotlight, and Richard Deacon makes the most of every second.

December 16, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Jerry Belson, Garry Marshall
14
The Impractical Joke

The office dynamics shift when an outsider joins the mix, disrupting the team's well-oiled comedic machine.

December 23, 1964 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
15
Brother, Can You Spare $2500?

Rob's conscience gets him into trouble again as his honesty proves to be both his best and worst quality.

January 06, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
16
Stacey Petrie - Part I

A community event in New Rochelle gives the show a chance to expand its world beyond the usual settings.

January 13, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
17
Stacey Petrie - Part II

Laura and Rob face a domestic challenge that they tackle as a team, though their approaches couldn't be more different.

January 20, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
18
The Redcoats Are Coming

Buddy and Sally collaborate on something outside of work, and their dynamic without Rob is surprisingly entertaining.

January 27, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
19
Boy #1 Versus Boy #2

An old friend resurfaces with a proposition that tempts Rob away from his comfortable routine.

February 03, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Martin A. Ragaway
20
The Case of the Pillow

The show delivers one of its most inventive episodes, proving that four seasons in, the creative team is still at the top of their game.

February 10, 1965 Dir: Howard Morris Written by: Carl Reiner
21
Young Man with a Shoehorn

Rob gets involved in local theater, and his showbiz background doesn't quite prepare him for amateur dramatics.

February 17, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Dale McRaven, Carl Kleinschmitt
22
Girls Will Be Boys

Laura takes charge when Rob is out of commission, proving that the Petrie household runs on her capable shoulders.

February 24, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Garry Marshall, Jerry Belson
23
Bupkis

A misdelivered package sets off a chain of events that only gets funnier as it spirals further from resolution.

March 03, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
24
Your Home Sweet Home Is My Home Sweet Home

Alan Brady demands something unreasonable, and the staff's creative solution to his ego is pure comedy writing brilliance.

March 10, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Dale McRaven, Carl Kleinschmitt
25
Not the Funniest Thing That Ever Happened

Rob and Laura's anniversary celebration goes through several comic complications before reaching a sweet resolution.

March 17, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
26
Draw Me a Pear

Sally gets the last laugh in an episode that champions her as the show's most underappreciated gem.

March 24, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
27
The Great Petrie Fortune

The fourth season draws to a close with the cast firing on all cylinders in a comedy masterpiece.

March 31, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Bill Persky, Sam Denoff
28
Odd but True

Rob faces a career crossroads that forces him to consider what really matters — family, friendship, and laughter.

April 07, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
29
Viva Petrie

The Petrie household weathers another storm with the warmth and wit that make this show timeless.

April 14, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
30
Love Thy Other Neighbor

Season four ends on a high note, with every member of the ensemble contributing to a thoroughly satisfying finale.

April 21, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
31
You're Under Arrest

Another brilliant chapter in the show's run, balancing sharp writing with performances that feel effortlessly perfect.

April 28, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Garry Marshall, Jerry Belson
32
The Plots Thicken

The season's final episode wraps up plotlines with the precision and humor that Carl Reiner built into every script.

May 05, 1965 Dir: Jerry Paris Written by: Carl Reiner
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