List of Home Improvement episodes

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This is an episode list for the American television show Home Improvement. The show aired its pilot on September 17, 1991, and continued throughout its eight season tenure with high ratings. Its finale aired on May 25, 1999.

Currently, the show is still in syndication. It is shown on weekdays on TBS and Nick @ Nite.

Season Episodes Originally aired DVD release date
1 24 1991 – 1992
ABC		 R1: 23 November 2004
R2: 27 June 2005
R4: 28 June 2005
2 25 1992 – 1993
ABC		 R1: 7 June 2005
R2: 1 August 2005
R4: 20 July 2005
3 25 1993 – 1994
ABC		 R1: 22 November 2005
R2: 9 January 2006
R4: 16 January 2006
4 26 1994 – 1995
ABC		 R1: 6 June 2006
R2: 6 December 2007
5 26 1995 – 1996
ABC		 R1: 14 November 2006
R2: 17 April 2008
6 25 1996 – 1997
ABC		 R1: 15 May 2007
7 26 1997 – 1998
ABC		 R1: 7 August 2007
8 28 1998 – 1999
ABC		 R1: 10 June 2008

[edit] Season 1: 1991-1992

24 episodes

Screenshot Episode Title Original Airdate Production Code #
Pilot September 17, 1991 63294 1
Jill tells Tim not to touch and tweak the dishwasher, but does anyways and destroys the dishwasher. Jill has a job interview and doesn't get the job.
Mow Better Blues September 26, 1991 A304 2
After Mark breaks one of Tim's tools, he fears the worst when Brad and Randy take control of his guilt and fake a story about the traded son "Peter".
Off Sides October 1, 1991 A302 3
Jill can't find a babysitter, so she hires a magician. During Tim and her romantic dinner, Tim is distracted by a football game involving the Detroit Lions.
Satellite On A Hot Tim's Roof October 8, 1991 A305 4
Tim tries to put up a satellite, and is jealous when Jill's teacher comes to the house.
Wild Kingdom October 15, 1991 A303 5
Tim hears a rustling in the basement and dismisses it as a rat, but the exterminator thinks it's a snake, which Tim has a strong paranoia about.
Adventures In Fine Dining October 22, 1991 A301 6
Jill makes a bet with Tim that he cannot teach the kids some manners after they are kicked out of a pizza place. If Tim cannot teach the boys manners, he will be attending the opera for a year with Jill!
Nothing More Than Feelings October 29, 1991 A306 7
Jill drives with the oil light on and Tim expresses this on Tool Time.
Flying Sauces November 5, 1991 A309 8
Workers from the K&B Construction Site come and show how to cook food using tools. Brad and Randy make up a story to Mark that everybody around him are aliens.
Bubble, Bubble, Toil And Trouble November 19, 1991 A310 9
Tim tries to renovate Jill and his bathroom, and involves Tool Time to make it free. The project turns out to take longer than expected.
Reach Out And Teach Someone November 26, 1991 A311 10
Tim teaches women on Tool Time plumbing. Meanwhile, Brad thinks he'll do terribly on a test when Randy calls him an idiot. Tim begins working on his hot rod.
Look Who's Not Talking December 10, 1991 A307 11
Jill has to present a speech to the Library Association, and is beginning to have stage-fright. Tim and Mark dress up as women to help her practice.
Yule Better Watch Out December 17, 1991 A312 12
Tim is competing in the neighborhood's annual Christmas Decoration Contest, and is trying to outdo his rival, Doc Johnson. Brad and Randy tell Mark Santa Claus is dead, and a mysterious Santa (Earl Hindman) gets him his wish. Brad and Randy participate in a Christmas play as meager parts.
Up Your Alley January 7, 1992 A314 13
It's family night, and Tim decides to take the family bowling. Jill believes Tim gets too competitive during bowling, so doesn't keep score, but soon it turns into an all out brawl. The boys encounter an arcade bully. -- Only episode not to feature Wilson.
For Whom The Belch Tolls January 14, 1992 A308 14
Stu Cutler, Tim's old college buddy, comes to town, and visits the Taylors. Unfortunately, Stu is stuck in the past when him and Tim were in college, and Tim has to set him straight.
Forever Jung January 21, 1992 A313 15
Karen, Jill's friend, visits, and Tim has to tolerate and stand up to her. Because of this stress, Tim accidentally glues his forehead to a table. Meanwhile, Jill teaches Brad how to dance, for Jennifer's parents' anniversary.
Jill's Birthday February 4, 1992 A315 16
When Tim finally thinks he has the perfect birthday gift for Jill, it backfires, and he must find a new one. In order to fund Jill's present after blowing their money on a card, Brad and Randy lie to Mark about a "Little Brother's Tax" and they take all his money.
What About Bob? February 11, 1992 A317 17
Bob Vila is going to be a guest on Tool Time, and is going to participate in a game called, "Stump the Toolman", with Tim. Jill discovers a boy Randy is forced to apologize to may be what Randy actually says.
Baby, It's Cold Outside February 18, 1992 A318 18
Tim and Jill's romantic getaway is ruined when Mr. John Binford demands Tim take his family camping using the new Binford camping gear, and share clips of their time, on Tool Time.
Unchained Malady February 25, 1992 A319 19
Tim throws out a chain letter from Al, and receives bad luck continuously. Randy breaks his bike after participating in a dare. George Foreman guest stars as himself on Tool Time.
Birds Of A Feather Flock to Taylor March 3, 1992 A320 20
When Jill tells Tim they're going to an opera fundraiser, he has no recollection of Jill mentioning it.
A Battle Of Wheels March 17, 1992 A321 21
Jill begins pottery class, and begins to practice in the garage where Tim is working on his hotrod. Meanwhile, after a mistake, Tim lets Al be the host of Tool Time for a day.
Luck Be A Taylor Tonight April 7, 1992 A316 22
Tim's all-men-poker-night is ruined when Jill's sister and her husband come and have a big fight, thus causing disruptions in the game.
Al's Fair In Love And War April 28, 1992 A322 23
Al wants to ask Greta Post out, but screws up, so Jill suggests he invite her to a barbecue that Tim could put up, and Tim gives Al advice that leads Greta to lose Al. Tim tries to get a foothold on Jill's college diary.
Stereo-Typical May 5, 1992 A323 24
Tim purchases a new stereo set, which causes many complications with the volume and Jill's paranoia for new gadgets.

[edit] Season 2: 1992-1993

25 Episodes

Screenshot Episode Title Original Airdate Production Code #
Read My Hips September 16, 1992 A324 25
Jill has planned a romantic surprise dinner for Tim, who is at Big Mike's with Al and the guys from K&B Construction. He phones home and she flirts with him, and he doesn't notice and comes home two hours late. Jill is upset and accuses him of not picking up all the signals she sends. Tim thinks that signals should be clear and dresses up as Fred the phone repairman so he can fix the problem. Brad is wondering whether Jennifer pounding him is a sign that she wants to kiss him.
Rites And Wrongs Of Passage September 23, 1992 A326 26
Tim still lets Brad off the hook and go to the planned truck rally after he pulls a prank at school by hiding frogs in lunch, until he throws bricks at a greenhouse. Tim attends a Scottish festival.
Overactive Glance September 30, 1992 A327 27
Jill and Karen think that Tim will look at a woman (Debbe Dunning) in a restaurant, after he checks out a woman on Tool Time. Randy has trouble playing football. Note: 1st time Dunning appears on Home Improvement - but not as Heidi.
Groin Pulls (AKA Groin Pains) October 7, 1992 A325 28
Tim pulls a groin muscle when trying to impress Jill by carrying a big trunk of books. Randy plays Peter Pan in the school play, but the school doesn't have the necessary machine for him to fly.
Heavy Meddle October 14, 1992 A328 29
When Tim throws a party to celebrate putting in the hot rod's engine, Jill decides to hook her friend Karen up with one of the guys coming to the party and ends up ruining Tim's day with a barbecue. Meanwhile, the boys have problems with the McGurn brothers.
The Haunting of Taylor House October 28, 1992 A331 30
Brad and Jennifer plan to dress like Raggedy Anne and Raggedy Andy on Halloween, but she shows up with Danny and is instead dressed like him. After Danny tries to ruin Tim's "Catacombs of Terror", Tim scares him with the help of Al and Wilson. Note: Boy Meets World star Rider Strong guest stars.
Roomie For Improvement November 4, 1992 A332 31
Tim stays at Al's when Mark has the chicken pox, because Tim has never had it. The Andretti brothers visit Tool Time.
May The Best Man Win November 11, 1992 A329 32
Maureen Binford, the new producer of Tool Time, tries to change everything, including Tim's model home by adding French doors. and Tim doesn't know how to stand up to her when Al, Jill, and Wilson are all busy. Jill gets a job at Detroit Magazine.
Where There's A Will, There's A Way November 18, 1992 A333 33
Jill finds Tim's unfinished wills and he must decide whether to fill them out or not. Mark fears that his father is going to die.
Let's Did Lunch November 25, 1992 A330 34
Dave has Tim tell Karen that they had lunch that day, even though they didn't. The boys built a catapult in order to get the McGurn brother's back for their pranks.
Abandoned Family December 2, 1992 A334 35
Tim has trouble running the house while Jill is busy. Maureen Binford wants to change the show again with a section called "Bachelor's Corner" featuring Al.
I'm Scheming Of A White Christmas December 16, 1992 A335 36
Brad and Randy start collecting money for charity, but they get in trouble from Jill for spending some of the money they raised. Maureen Binford makes more changes on Tool Time, including having the Manhattan Transfer for a Christmas-themed Tool Time.
Bell Bottom Blues January 6, 1993 A336 37
Tim complains about Jill having so many clothes in the closet, so he re-organizes it. Brad is embarrassed when Tim hugs him at school, so Tim seeks other ways of appreciation.
Howard's End January 13, 1993 A337 38
Jennifer's fish dies when Brad watches it. Tim and Jill have a fight over who owns what, when Jill gets a private checking account.
Love Is A Many Splintered Thing January 20, 1993 A338 39
Jill takes a compatibility test and learns that Tim and her are not compatible, and Tim makes a test of his own. Randy has trouble with his ventriloquist act for the talent show
Dances With Tools February 3, 1993 A339 40
Tim gets Jill ballroom dancing lessons for her anniversary present as he discovers a famous steering wheel as his present. Tim receives a Safety Award.
You're Driving Me Crazy, You're Driving Me Nuts February 10, 1993 A340 41
Tim refuses to ask for directions on the way to Shelia's wedding.
Bye Bye Birdie February 17, 1993 A341 42
A woodpecker is a pecking pain in the neck for Tim. Brad blames a poor grade on Jennifer who refuses to let him copy her paperwork anymore, and Tim and Jill are his tutors for a topic nobody understands: multiplying compound fractions.
Karate Or Not, Here I Come! February 24, 1993 A342 43
Hoping to boost Mark's confidence when the boys reject him, Tim and Jill put him into a karate class, after an influence from a wood-breaking demonstration on the show. However, a boy starts bullying Mark, leading to a fight between Jill and the boy's mother!
Shooting Three To Make Tutu March 3, 1993 A343 44
Tim gets two front row seats to the Pistons game from Wilson, but Jill says he must take Mark to the ballet. Brad and Randy try a cigar while Tim is gone.
Much Ado About Nana March 17, 1993 A344 45
Jill's mother, Lilian, comes to visit and Tim notices that Jill and Nana don't talk about their problems with each other when Lily gives Jill a tea set instead of the clock she wanted.
Ex Marks The Spot April 14, 1993 A345 46
Al invites Stacey Lewis, Tim's ex-girlfriend, over to the Taylors' house for dinner.
To Build Or Not To Build May 5, 1993 A348 47
Tim helps the boys with Mothers' Day projects for Jill and Randy does an unsuccessful job on a birdhouse.
Birth Of A Hot Rod May 12, 1993 A346 48
While Tim is busy trying to get his hot rod to work, Jill calls a repairman to fix various things around the house.
The Great Race May 19, 1993 A347 49
Tim puts a piece from a Chinese helicopter in his lawnmower for a race against Bob Vila. Brad and Randy get Mark to put a tadpole in his mouth so he can play with them, but he swallows the tadpole!

[edit] Season 3: 1993-1994

25 Episodes

Screenshot Episode Title Original Airdate Production Code #
Maybe, Baby September 15, 1993 A349 50
Jill's sister Carol is having a baby girl. When they talk about the baby's name and Jill is going through the boys' baby toys, she wishes she could have a baby girl. Tim tells Randy and Brad that Jill always wanted a girl so they tell Mark that Jill wished he had been a girl. This upsets Mark and when Jill wants to bake a cake with him, he doesn't want to. When she finds out the truth, she tells Mark that what Randy and Brad told him isn't true. Tim is also upset because he doesn't want another child. But he feels alright again when Jill tells him that they don't have the time for another child. On Tool Time, Tim and Al welcome Heidi, who becomes the new Binford Tool Girl, after Lisa goes off to college.
Aisle See You In My Dreams September 22, 1993 A350 51
At Al's 35th birthday, he wants a wife and kids, so Jill fixes him up with Ilene Markham. Al finds out that Ilene wants kids too, so he proposes to her on Tool Time. Randy and Brad write a letter to Mark pretending to be Isiah Thomas, so Tim and Jill tell Mark to get revenge.
This Joke's For You September 29, 1993 A353 52
Tim stops telling jokes and screwing up on Tool Time after he installs an intercom and hears Randy call him a screw up. Brad wants to read "David Copperfield" so he can talk to Jennifer, but he finds out it's not about the magician and Jennifer breaks up with him.
A Sew, Sew Evening October 6, 1993 A352 53
Tim has trouble with Joe Morton, his new neighbor, after Joe dents part of his hot rod. Jill becomes good friends with Marie Morton, Joe's wife. Brad signs up for home economics as his elective to meet girls, but when the other boys in school find out about his plan, it doesn't work out the way he planned.
Arrivederci, Binford October 13, 1993 A351 54
Tim is afraid to cry after Mr. Binford, his boss and close friend, dies.

Note: John Binford's actor, Noble Willingham, died as well about 11 years later at age 72.
Crazy For You October 27, 1993 A354 55
It's Halloween and as usually Tim is up to his old tricks, however Jill plans a prank of her own. Tim gets flowers from a fan named Rose but soon strange things start happening. She keeps calling him, Wilson thinks she is obesseed with him, Tim tries to hide but it's no use.
Blow Up November 3, 1993 A355 56
Tim accidentally blows up a bad picture of Jill for her library fundraising dinner. Meanwhile, Al takes the boys miniature golfing and throws a fit after Brad gets a hole-in-one.
Be True To Your Tool November 10, 1993 A356 57
Wes Davidson, the president of Binford, makes Tim promote a bad and lightweight saw tool on Tool Time. Meanwhile, the boys go grocery shopping and find a way to save money to buy sweets.
Dollars And Sense November 17, 1993 A358 58
The boys buy a remote controlled car with stock bonds from their grandmother, and Jill fears the worst after a "Buddy Nutty Bar" incident.
A Frozen Moment November 24, 1993 A357 59
On Thanksgiving, for a perfect Christmas card, Tim builds a Christmas Village and has the family wear costumes, yet the snow machine causes problems.
Feud For Thought December 1, 1993 A359 60
At their high school reunion, Jill tries to avoid Joanie Graham, her high school friend who stole her boyfriend, and Tim and Jack try to fix the amplifier. Meanwhile, Al watches the boys and Brad's girlfriend Ashley.
Twas The Blight Before Christmas December 15, 1993 A361 61
Tim tries to beat Doc Johnson in the neighborhood Christmas light contest, but Randy is leaking information to Doc's granddaughter. Brad wants to go skiing with Tom Wheeler's family on Christmas.
Slip Sleddin' Away January 5, 1994 A360 62
Randy loses a sled race to Vinnie. But after following Tim's advice of racing Vinnie again with a better sled, Randy sprains his arm. Meanwhile, Brad contemplates stopping his saxophone lessons.
Dream On January 12, 1994 A362 63
Al doesn't want to come to dinner with the Taylors after Ilene has a dream about Tim riding on a golden stallion in tight bicycle shorts, and after Tim reveals the dream, Ilene dumps Al.
Reel Men January 19, 1994 A363 64
When Jill is having Ilene and Marie over, Tim goes ice fishing with Al to get out of the house, and problems ensure when they can't catch fish.
The Colonel February 9, 1994 A365 65
Jill feels bad when her father, the army colonel, asks her opinion on his boring book. Meanwhile, Tim builds a hockey puck shooter when Randy becomes a goalie.
Room For Change March 2, 1994 A367 66
Tim has Mark move into Randy's room when Randy bothers Brad on the phone.
The Eve Of Construction March 9, 1994 A366 67
Jill joins Al's team for Habitat for Humanity because Tim thinks married couples shouldn't work together. Meanwhile, Brad finds a locket and gives it to Ashley but finds out it was Marie's. Guest Star: Jimmy Carter
Too Many Cooks March 16, 1994 A364 68
When Irma can't host her show (Cooking with Irma) for a week, she asks Al to fill-in as host and Tim to be his assistant. Tim has a hard time not being the centre of attention, but when Jill shows him that he can assist her, he decides to continue to help Al. Randy finds it hard to talk to a girl in his class named Beth.
It Was The Best Of Tims, It Was The Worst Of Tims March 30, 1994 A368 69
After Tim charms all the women at a baby shower, Jill wants a romantic evening with him, but Tim takes the boys to a Demolition Derby
Fifth Anneversary April 6, 1994 A369 70
Tool Time doesn't have enough money for a big fifth anniversary show, so Tim shows a clip of the first episode instead of his plans to go to Indy.
Swing Time May 4, 1994 A371 71
Tim and the boys plan on getting Jill a hot tub for Mother's Day and getting rid of the swing set. But they find the swing set meant more to Jill than they thought and she wants an herb garden instead of a hot tub. Drake Bell makes an appearance as Pete Jr. the young boy who Tim gave the swing set to.
What You See Is What You Get May 11, 1994 A370 72
After researching cosmetic surgery on the computer, Jill finds that Tim wants her to have cosmetic surgery. Meanwhile, Tim plays a computer game with the boys and the loser must clean the house.
Reality Bytes May 18, 1994 A372 73
Randy, pretending to be thirty-two years old, meets a woman on a singles message board on the computer, and she comes by for a visit. Meanwhile, Tim tries to help Mark with his science project: a solar system.
The Great Race II May 25, 1994 A373 74
After Bob Vila raises more money than Tim for Jill's library fundraiser, Tim challenges him to a race... in his unfinished hot rod.

[edit] Season 4: 1994-1995

26 Episodes

Screenshot Episode Title Original Airdate Production Code #
Back In The Saddle Shoes Again September 20, 1994 A501 75
Jill is laid off from her job, and has plans of going back to college to get her Master's Degree. Tim is doubtful of Jill's idea, and she doesn't appreciate what he's saying to her. In the end, Tim has a conversation with Wilson, and things change right around.
Don't Tell Momma September 27, 1994 A504 76
Jill tries to cover up a scratch on her Chevrolet Nomad with nail polish, and Tim is upset with her, so Tim says he will take the car to a body shop after work. Wile at work operating a crane tim drops a 3 ton beam on the Nomad. Tim doesn't tell jill, (who finds out by going to the body shop to get a book out of the car). Brad and Randy prepare to stop the bus bully, but get kicked off the bus as a side-effect.
Death Begins At Forty October 4, 1994 A503 77
Tim begins to become concerned about his health when his 40th birthday nears, and Harry, the owner of Harry's Hardware, has a heart attack. Tim cancels his birthday plans, but advice from the heart-attack survivor Wilson and a medical report continue him to move on. Tim and Al shrink down to view a car engine.
The Eyes Don't Have It October 11, 1994 A505 78
Mark has recently been having trouble at school. Tim and Jill then have a meeting with Mark's teacher, and they begin to get concerned as to what's going on. Tim and Jill make constant checks on Mark, to see what's wrong with him, and Jill thinks maybe they're neglecting him, but she couldn't be any more wrong. It turns out that he needs glasses.
He Ain't Heavy, He's Just Irresponsible October 18, 1994 A502 79
Tim's brother Marty comes over to tell Tim that he's leaving his wife and kids, but Tim's advice turns Marty against him. Meanwhile, Tim creates a hole in the floor, and Jill has trouble working on her psychology report.
Borland Ambition October 25, 1994 A506 80
Harry offers to sell Tim 20 percent of his hardware store (that Harry's brother is selling). Jill doesn't let Tim buy it, so Al decides to purchase it. When Al becomes obsessed with the store, this drives everyone crazy, even Ilene when he skips a date with her, and Tim decides to confront him about it. Brad and Randy try to beat Mark, as Al in a Halloween costume contest, but Mark wins because Al's mom was the head judge.
Let's Go To The VideoTape November 8, 1994 A507 81
After taping Jill's speech, he accidentally leaves the record button on when he critiques her speech. After Jill sees the video, Tim reads some of her psychology books and tapes a fake conversation with his buddies, complimenting Jill. Mark tries to "be a person".
Quibbling Siblings November 15, 1994 A508 82
Al's favorite Bingo caller dies, so Tim has to replace Al's place on the show, with somebody else. Brad volunteers for the position, and Tim allows him to do it. Randy isn't so pleased about it though, and shows some signs of jealousy.
My Dinner With Wilson November 22, 1994 A510 83
At Thanksgiving dinner with the Taylors, Wilson announces he is moving, but Tim gives him advice in the hopes Wilson will decide to stay. It turns out this is a crisis Wilson is dealing with after his wife died 15 years ago.
Ye Olde Shoppe Teacher November 29, 1994 A509 84
Mr. Leonard (guest star the late Dick O'Neill), Tim's high school shop teacher, comes to visit, but gets angry and leaves after guest starring on an episode of Tool Time.
Some Like It Hot Rod December 6, 1994 A511 85
When Tim has a shot at getting his hot rod in an automotive magazine, Jill becomes busy and accidentally leaves it out in the snow.
'Twas The Night Before Chaos December 13, 1994 A513 86
Marty and his wife and kids, and Jill's parents come to visit and Tim and Jill try to solve their marital problems. Tim tries to beat Doc Johnson in the Christmas lighting contest.
The Route Of All Evil January 3, 1995 A512 87
Brad takes on the responsibility of a paper route, but doesn't have enough time on his hands for both the route and his homework, but he doesn't want to quit, because he would upset his dad. Brad pays Mark and Randy to do his extra chores, which leads to some compromise with Tim and Jill. Marie helps Jill make dinner while Jill has exams.
Brother, Can You Spare A Hot Rod? January 10, 1995 A514 88
Tim decides to sell his hot rod to Gino, a pizza entrepreneur for $1,000,000 and buys one to rebuild. Meanwhile, Jill takes Randy shopping for clothes and he is afraid that Jill will embarrass him in front of someone he knows. Guest stars Jay Leno
Super Bowl Fever January 31, 1995 A517 89
Tim has a Super Bowl party for his friends while Jill is sick with the flu.
Bachelor Of The Year February 7, 1995 A515 90
When Al is published as one of Detroit's "Most Eligible Bachelor" in a magazine, women begin flocking all over him and he starts to ignore Ilene. Mark has to write a report on the most interesting person he knows, and he writes it on Wilson instead of Tim.
It's My Party February 14, 1995 A516 91
At Randy's party, Tim's overpolished dance floor causes Michelle, Randy's girlfriend, to sprain her ankle.
A House Divided February 21, 1995 A518 92
Benny, Tim's friend, moves into his aunt's house while she's away. But a gas leak causes the house to blow up (partially on Benny's part) and Benny must stay with the Taylors, so Tim and the others must rebuild the house before Benny gets the hold of the house.
The Naked Truth February 28, 1995 A520 93
When Marty and Nancy are staying with the Taylors, Tim walks in on Nancy in the shower, thinking she is Jill. Meanwhile, Randy goes to a bar mitzmah and must come home after he splits his trousers.
Talk To Me March 14, 1995 A519 94
Tim insults Jill on Tool Time, ruins dinner, and drops her ring down the furnace.
No, No, Godot March 21, 1995 A521 95
Tim and Al scalp tickets to a hockey game when Tim can't go, but they get arrested and Jill and Ilene come to bail them out. Meanwhile, Mark paper maches Wilson's face for a school project when he watches the boys while Tim and Jill are gone, and Brad and Randy try to sneak out for a party.
Tool Time After Dark Part 1 April 11, 1995 A525 96
This episode was originally aired as a one-hour episode, cut into two 30-minute parts for syndication. It's released in its original hour-long entirety on Region 1 DVD. Despite Jill's advice, Tim stays up all night watching Tool Time tapes because of his upset stomach from eating too much Polish food.
Tool Time After Dark Part 2 April 11, 1995 A526 97
This episode originally aired as an hour-long episode, cut into two parts for syndication. It is released on DVD in its original hour-long format. Despite Jill's advice, Tim stays up all night watching Tool Time tapes because of his upset stomach from eating too much Polish food.
Sisters And Brothers May 2, 1995 A524 98
Carrie, Jill's sister, comes to observe Jill's life to see if she would like to get married. Marty, Tim's brother, moves to Detroit.
A Marked Man May 9, 1995 A523 99
Al tells Tim and Jill that one of their boys may have stolen a pocket knife. They don't believe their boys would steal, but they find the knife in Mark's pocket in the laundry.
Wilson's Girlfriend May 23, 1995 A522 100
Jill hooks Wilson up for his first date (with her Psychology professor) in twenty years and Tim gives him advice. Brad wonders into make-up.

[edit] Season 5: 1995-1996

26 Episodes

Screenshot Episode Title Original Airdate Production Code #
A Taylor Runs Through It September 19, 1995 A528 101
At Jill's cousin's wedding, Tim tries to squeeze in sports for him in the boys. After Jill gets tired of writing her speech for the wedding, she decides to go water skiing with the boys and gets injured.
The First Temptation of Tim September 26, 1995 A527 102
After Bud, the new owner of Binford fires Wes, Tim fears Tool Time in jeopardy, and Bud wants to only fire Al to improve the show's ratings. Brad keeps getting detention.
Her Cheatin' Mind October 3, 1995 A531 103
After Tim becomes threatened by one of Jill's classmates, he joins her book club.
Jill's Surprise Party October 17, 1995 A529 104
When Tim has everyone at the house for Jill's surprise party, she is off looking for an old piano which her cousin has. Al tries a makeover, which causes him to experience "flannel withdrawal".
Advise and Repent October 24, 1995 A532 105
When Jill gets an A on her psychology paper, she starts giving psychiatric advice, which causes Michelle Russell's, Randy's girlfriend's, parents to have marital problems.
Let Them Eat Cake October 31, 1995 A530 106
Brad throws a Halloween party for his new friends at school and a sick brother. Meanwhile, Tim, Jill, Al, and Ilene go to an awards show, hoping to win one for Tool Time, but it seems that the winner will be Cooking with Irma, which has won every other award.
The Look November 7, 1995 A533 107
Tim gets "the look" from Jill, after spending $4,000 on Pistons season tickets from Bud.
Room Without a View November 14, 1995 A534 108
Tim turns the basement into Randy's new room so that Randy doesn't have to share a room with Mark. Yet, Randy is scared of the room.
Chicago Hope November 21, 1995 A536 109
Jill plans on having a romantic evening with Tim when they go to Chicago, but Tim's business meeting takes all day, and Tim, Bud, and the Chicago agent are all around the hotel.
Doctor In The House November 28, 1995 A535 110
Jill, Wilson, and Al are angry when Tim gets an honorary Ph.D., but Tim later finds out that he got the Ph.D. because the college was going to use him, since he had a TV show, to receive additional funding.
That's My Momma December 5, 1995 A537 111
When Tim's mother returns, she begins dating Mr. Leonard, Tim's old shop teacher, and doesn't want to spend time with Tim. First appearance of Lucille Taylor (Bonnie Bartlett)
'Twas The Flight Before Christmas December 12, 1995 A538 112
On Christmas Eve, Tim and Al get stuck at the airport on the way to Binford's winter festival. Ilene makes Al choose between her and his mother. Tim and the boys beat Doc Johnson in the Christmas lighting contest.
Oh, Brother January 9, 1996 A539 113
When Tim hires Marty to rebuild the Tool Time set, it puts their friendship on the line. Meanwhile, Brad gets a new girlfriend: a new girl in the neighborhood, who is also a motor-mouth.
High School Confidential January 16, 1996 A540 114
When Tim and Jill find out Randy is getting detention because of lack of work, they agree to put him in high school science and math, which makes the newly better-grades Brad feels jealous. Tim designs the man's bedroom.
Tanks For The Memories January 30, 1996 A392 115
Tim and Jill play each other in a tank driving competition, and Jill wins. However, Tim doesn't congratulate her because he thinks she humiliated him. The boys suffer at Al's for a weekend.
The Vasectomy One February 6, 1996 A541 116
Jill wants Tim to get a vasectomy when they agree their family is complete. Meanwhile, Randy is voted "best butt" by the girls at school, but is actually a prank.
Fear Of Flying February 13, 1996 A542 117
Mark wants to take flying lessons, but Jill doesn't let him. Jill takes piano lessons, but is not making progress at all. Meanwhile, Tim and Al ruin Bud's car. "Is There a Doctor in the House" and "Reality Bytes" are mentioned.
When Harry Kept Delores February 20, 1996 A543 118
Delores, Harry's wife, comes to Harry's Hardware and Tim's marital advice causes them to split up, and he must bring them back together, at a temporary cost of his personality.
Eye on Tim February 27, 1996 A544 119
When a TV report is done on Tool Time, Jill gets angry when the attractive reporter makes advances on Tim. Jill comes down with a fever, and soon gets crazy after drinking Wilson's beer remedy.
The Bud Bowl March 5, 1996 A545 120
When Tim and Jill go bowling with Bud and his wife, Tim tells Jill to lose because he's afraid his career will be ruined (he will be send to Pakistan) if they beat Bud and his wife. Meanwhile, Angela, Brad's girlfriend, sets her sister up with Randy.
Engine and a Haircut, Two Fights March 12, 1996 A546 121
Tim and Brad get into a fight over Brad's new haircut and the hot rod engine. Meanwhile, Randy doesn't want Jill to help him rehearse for an audition to play Romeo in a school play of Romeo & Juliet.
The Longest Day April 2, 1996 A547 122
After a medical checkup, the family finds Randy may have serious thyroid cancer.
Mr. Wilson's Opus April 30, 1996 A547 123
Wilson becomes the director of Randy's school play when his drama teacher goes into labor, but takes the fun out of it for everyone and makes them do random exercises. When Tim later shows him the aluminum set he built, Wilson doesn't like it and orders him to rebuild a new one, and Tim soon quits. Jill's parenting advice turns against her.
Shopping Around May 7, 1996 A548 124
Tim and Jill see Art, Tim's old shop teacher who's dating his mother, at a restaurant with another woman, but Art breaks up with her and goes steady with Lucille.
Alarmed By Burglars May 14, 1996 A550 125
When Wilson is burglarized, Jill orders Tim to put in a high security system. But instead of them having peace and quite in their house, things get worse when the alarms begin going off by themselves. Brad gets the opportunity to cheat on an important exam.
Games, Flames and Automobiles May 21, 1996 A551 126
While Tool Time is on vacation, Al plans to advertise his Tool Time board game and puts his life savings on the line, and plans to propose to Ilene on a Saturday. But, Tim, Jill, and Mark discover a function that causes a fire due to a defect.

[edit] Season 6: 1996-1997

25 Episodes

Screenshot Episode Title Original Airdate Production Code #
At Sea September 17, 1996 A553/601 127
Jill finds Brad making out with his girlfriend in his room. When Jill asks Tim to have a man-to-man talk with Brad, Tim is a little reluctant to do it. "Tool Time" sets out on an aircraft carrier...with a pregnant Heidi.
Future Shock September 24, 1996 A554/602 128
Tim and Jill both reminisce about their senior years when Tim gets obsessed with his routine, which leads to some horrible consequences for Tim's side: Al and Heidi quit, Wilson runs out of advice, and Jill dies under a coffee table.
Workshop 'Til You Drop October 1, 1996 A552/603 129
When Bud gets divorced, Tim and Jill go to a couple's therapy workshop to prevent Bud's fate from coming to them.
Burnin' Love October 8, 1996 A555/604 130
Tim tells Randy to go for Lauren, who likes cars, but he finds out she is dating Jason, Brad's friend.
Al's Video October 15, 1996 A557/605 131
When Al is the producer of a video, he selects Tim to direct, until Tim gets too bossy. Jill gets a computer.
Whose Car Is It Anyway? October 22, 1996 A558/606 132
Jill buys a foreign sports car with money from an inheritance and forbids Tim to drive it.
I Was A Teenage Taylor October 29, 1996 A556/607 133
It's a battle of halloween pranks. First Tim scares Al, then Brad and Randy scare Jill, then a strange man shows up at the door asking to see the basement, then Brad, Randy, and Al prank them about the man, then the two prank the boys, then Al and Wilson prank Tim, Jill, the boys, and the Halloween man.
Jill And Her Sisters November 12, 1996 A559/608 134
Jill's wild sisters visit to plan their parents' 50th anniversary.
The Tool Man Delivers November 19, 1996 A561/609 135
Heidi goes into labor at the Classic Car Man of the Year awards and Tim and Jill help deliver the baby, while receiving instructions from Wilson on the phone.
The Wood, The Bad And The Hungry November 26, 1996 A560/610 136
Benny isn't allowed on the guest list fo the Thanksgiving dinner party at the Taylor house and Tim gets into the spirit of giving.
Workin' Man Blues December 10, 1996 A562/611 137
Brad gets a part-time job at a sporting goods store and work soon becomes his top priority, and skips his PSAT's.
No Place Like Home December 17, 1996 A563/612 138
Tim's brothers help move their mother out of the family home, but Tim takes an immediate dislike to the new owners' plans for the place.
The Flirting Game January 7, 1997 A564/613 139
Jill wonders if flirting with a possible boss will get her employed.
The Karate Kid Returns January 14, 1997 A564/614 140
Karate-student Mark successfully intervenes when a bully attacks Randy. Wilson's cousins visit, who are the Beach Boys.
Totally Tool Time January 28, 1997 A565/615 141
A tense Tim troubles the Tool Time team when the audience include two Swedish buyers who are considering the show for the European market. Will Tool Time's "Salute To Men" have the desired result?
A Funny Valentine February 11, 1997 A566/616 142
A singer hints that her relationship with Tim's father was more than casual. Tim forgets where he hid Jill's Valentine's Day gift. Brad and Randy struggle to find gifts for their girlfriends.
Wilson's World February 18, 1997 A568/617 143
After a critic declares performance artist Wilson out of touch with reality, the Taylors' neighbor decides to be more like others, more like Tim.
Something Old, Someone Blue February 25, 1997 A568/618 144
Al reveals a secret to Tim and the guys before his wedding to Ilene. Ilene has a secret too, and they cancel the wedding.
Communication Breakdown March 11, 1997 A569/619 145
The kids are using the phone way too much so Tim convinces Jill to let Harry's son Dennis install a second line. Unfortunately when Dennis takes a break, Tim takes over with the help of Brad and Randy.
My Son, The Driver March 25, 1997 A570/620 146
Jill's instincts are correct when she predicts something bad will happen on Brad's first night out with his driver's license - but it's more serious than Brad admits.
Insult To Injury April 15, 1997 A571/621 147
On Tim's show that gives him the most appearances on a tool show, he is to ride a steamroller and on the weekend, take Mark to an air show. But, on the show, Tim breaks his shoulder and tries to make it to Tool Time.
Family Unties April 29, 1997 A572/622 148
The boys don't share Jill's desire for quality time together during the family's annual weekend at a hardward expo, which is also enhanced by Tim's Tool Time remotes.
The Feminine Mistake May 6, 1997 A573/623 149
Tool Time gets the go-ahead to create a special 3D effects show, featuring in-your-face antics from Tim, Al and Heidi. When Jill discovers that Brad's girlfriend caters to his every need, she insists that Tim sets an example for the boys by acting more like an equal partner.
Taps May 13, 1997 A574/624 148
Jill's father dies and she has to deal with the guilt after she faked being sick that weekend so he wouldn't come to visit. Tim has to deal with the various ways the boys deal with the loss.
The Kiss And The Kiss Off May 20, 1997 A56/625 150
Pamela Anderson makes a special guest (and her final) appearance when she returns as Lisa, the Tool Time girl who left the show to become a paramedic. Tim, who is as excited as everyone else to see her again, invites Lisa to temporarily resume her part on the show without consulting the current Tool Time girl, Heidi. As a result, Heidi quits. Randy finally gets up the nerve to ask Lauren out on their first official date, and the date fails until Wilson's advice turns it around for the better.

[edit] Season 7: 1997-1998

25 Episodes

Screenshot Episode Title Original Airdate Production Code #
Quest For Fire September 23, 1997 A56/701 150
The Taylors vacation at a Lake Michigan resort... while Tim tries to give more power to the BBQ concept, Randy meets with Lauren and Brad breaks up with Angela. Mark's changing, but is it for the better? Tim is seriously considering quitting Tool Time and moving permanently to this country resort.
Clash Of The Taylors September 30, 1997 A56/702 151
Randy and Tim face off over Binford's environmental policies when Randy writes an article for his school newspaper, and his interview with Bud leads Randy to cause a "Tool Time" argument. Jill gets an internship counselling families.
Room At The Top October 07, 1997 A56/703 152
The family is driving Jill crazy and she is having a hard time getting any of her studies/work done and decides to let Tim build her a room all of her own... but it's not all smooth sailing as she visits a Psychologist as part of her schooling and ends up changing her mind about letting Tim go ahead with the construction.
Pump You Up October 14, 1997 A56/704 153
After Brad gets a soccer scholarship, Tim begins to push him too hard, and in a scholarship game, the Coach kicks him off the team. Randy and Lauren want to go out on another date... but they don't particularly want to double date with a couple of friends, Jill saves the day by "offering" to come along on the date. The K&B Construction guys make an appearance on the show... and Mark rebels further by deciding to wear only dark clothes and paint his nails.
A Night To Dismember October 28, 1997 A56/705 154
Mark and his friend Ronny make a film for a school project. He casts Brad and Randy as successful young men and Tim & Jill as the Cleavers. Later, Tim watches the unfinished video and sees Mark as the third son, Clark, who goes on a killing spree... after which, of course, Jill is worried that Mark wants to kill them, but Mark claims it's just a video.
  • A Night To Dismember Trivia

Al's name is Mark's movie (Algore) is a reference to the Vice President of America of the time Al Gore.
The Niece November 4, 1997 A56/706 155
Wilson's niece Willow comes to visit, and decides to stay. Tim becomes impatient because Wilson no longer has time for him.
Jill's Passion November 11, 1997 A56/707 156
Tim and Al use Wilson's garage to demonstrate how to make room in a garage on Tool Time. Jill meets a man named Ian at the gym who is as much in love with classical music as she is. That night, she dreams about kissing him. The next day she ends up telling her friend Patty, and after feeling guilty all day, tells Tim about the dream. Tim and Jill spend the night watching Spartacus.
Losing My Religion November 18, 1997 A56/708 157
Tim manages to break a valuable piece of church equipment during Custom Cabinet week on Tool Time. After volunteering at a hospice, Randy begins to question his religion. Randy is shocked when his patient takes a turn for the worse.
Thanksgiving November 25, 1997 A56/709 158
Tim and the family spend Thanksgiving watching a football game from a luxury box. However Tim takes a tour and manages to black out the entire stadium. This leaves Jill and the boys to fend for themselves in the box with a Hollywood producer but are thrilled when Rodney Dangerfield drops in. Soon, Tim accidentally shuts the stadium's lights off!
The Dating Game December 9, 1997 A56/710 159
Al finds out that Ilene is engaged and begins hanging around the Taylor house too much. To help him out, Tim takes Al out to a club where they both meet up with some women... will Al get a date?
Bright Christmas December 16, 1997 A56/711 160
New rules for the annual Christmas Decorating contest make Tim work harder to give his display MORE POWER. Jill is concerned when she finds out her mother is dating, so soon after her father's death.
Old College Try January 6, 1998 A56/712 161
Tim starts to believe that his old friends are boring after he has the opportunity to teach an auto-shop class at a local college, so he starts hanging out with people from the class... people half his age.
An Older Woman January 20, 1998 A56/713 162
Brad's getting married... well, maybe not after Tim and Jill get through with him. The Taylor parents try to make Brad realize that he's not ready for the commitment of marriage to a college girl he just recently met at a party.
Tim 'The Landlord' Taylor February 3, 1998 A56/714 163
Brad and Randy occupy their time arguing over a shirt they both want, while Al becomes a nightmare tenant for Tim and Jill who have rented him a house. Note: Tim is the landlord of the house until the end of the series.
Say Goodnight, Gracie February 10, 1998 A56/715 164
Tim begins to want to have more children after Marty asks him to babysit one of the twins. After some discussions about his vasectomy with Jill, and some words of wisdom from Wilson, he decides that being able to return the twins after playing with them is the best idea. Mark is still wearing black, but with an added touch (of lipstick) for this episode.
What A Drag February 24, 1998 A56/716 165
On Tool Time, Tim and Al show viewers how to prepare for a severe winter storm. When Tim falls through the gazebo he discovers a small bag of marijuana taped to the underside of the swing. Jill and Tim stake out their backyard from Wilson's to catch the culprit... to everyone's surprise, Brad is caught red-handed with the goods. After finding out Brad is using weed, Jill admits she was a weed head and talked to Randy and Mark about Brad's actions and punishment.
Taking Jill For Granite March 3, 1998 A56/717 166
The Taylors do a kitchen remodel, but a surprise is in store when Tim and Jill find out who the installer is, the man Jill had a dream about in an earlier episode.
Futile Attraction March 10, 1998 A56/718 167
Tim becomes suspicious that Heidi and Al are having a hot affair when he finds out she has separated from her husband; he sets out to find out exactly how much of an affair they are having. On Tool Time, Tim adds a little MORE POWER to his golf swing when golf-pro Payne Stewart guests. Jill catches a cold.
Desperately Seeking Willow March 17, 1998 A56/719 168
When Wilson is out of town, Willow stays over at the Taylors, and Willow doesn't return home from a club one night... Jill fears the worst and sends the whole family out searching for her. It's Saint Patrick's day on Tool Time, and who better to celebrate with than the boys from K&B Construction.
The Write Stuff March 31, 1998 A56/720 169
On Tool Time, Tim manages to throw himself out a window while doing renovation work. Jill tries to get Tim to help prepare for a tax audit. Brad and Randy become rivals when Brad's article "Hey Yo!" takes the spotlight away from Randy's "Genetic Mutations in the Second Half of the 20th Century."
The Son Also Mooches April 21, 1998 A56/721 172
It's Jill's turn to worry about needing glasses as she reaches middle age. Tim worries that his mother is going to lose money on another of his brother Jeff's business schemes: a 'UPS Store' like operation.
Believe It Or Not April 28, 1998 A56/722 173
On Tool Time, "Men's Convenience Week" features a visit by Grant Hill of the Detroit Pistons. Wilson becomes upset with Tim after Tim tells everyone about Wilson's encounter with an alien, something Wilson would rather Tim had kept to himself.
Rebel Without Night Driving Privileges May 05, 1998 A56/723 174
Randy doesn't feel that he's being treated fairly when his driving privileges differ from those Brad had when he first got his license. On Tool Time, "Judy's Rat" pulls cable through hard to reach spaces, but it is Trudy's rat.
Tool-Thousand-One A Space Oddyssey May 12, 1998 A56/724 175
Tool Time is revisited by Astronauts Ken Bowersox and Steve Hawley, who announce that a Binford tool will be used on their next shuttle mission. Will Tim or Al win the competition to be the one to use the tool in space? Back on Earth, Mark tries to impress a girl by making a dramatic change to his appearance.
From Top To Bottom May 19, 1998 A56/725 176
On Tool Time, Tim is getting ready to pick the final colors for the Hotrod, but this soon leads to a delay in finishing the hot rod. When Jill is asked to appear on a talk show, "Women on Top"... she makes some comments that make Tim look bad.

[edit] Season 8: 1998-1999

28 episodes

Screenshot Episode Title Original Airdate Production Code #
Whitewater September 22, 1998 A56/801 177
Will this be Tim's last birthday? Jill's surprise birthday gift of a river rafting adventure trip with Heidi, Al, and Wilson, to Kernville, California goes against Tim's well thought out plans of lounging in his new recliner. Meanwhile, Mark and Brad make a hard-to-get-out soda stain on the couch
Adios September 29, 1998 A56/802 178
The Taylor family has to say some tough goodbyes to Randy after he is unexpectedly accepted into a year long environmental study program in Costa Rica. Meanwhile, Tool Time holds auditions for a group to write lyrics to the Tool Time theme music.
All In The Family October 6, 1998 A56/803 179
Jill's sister and Tim's brother get a little too friendly, which interrupt Tim and Jill's plans to spend some intimate time together.
Taylor Got Game October 13, 1998 A56/804 180
Brad is worried about his SATs and is also faced with the tough decision of whether to accept an offer to play professional soccer in England.
Al's Fair Lady October 20, 1998 A56/805 181
The Tool Time gang take their show on the road in Tim's new community fix-up van. Tim and Jill are introduced to Al's new, very rich girlfriend... and Tim doesn't understand what is so wrong about Al accepting very extravagant gifts from her... of course, the gift is a car.
Bewitched October 27, 1998 A56/806 182
Continuing their holiday tradition, the ghouls and goblins aren't the only scary creatures on this Halloween episode of the show. But, when Wilson disappears after the Hallowe'en party, Tim becomes the prime suspect.
Not So Great Scott November 3, 1998 A56/807 183
Jill tells Tim that she thinks one of her patients is seeing Heidi's husband Scott. Unfortunately, Tim accidentally spills this little tidbit of confidential information to Heidi.
Tim's First Car November 10, 1998 A56/808 184
Jill decides to find Tim an exact replica of his first car after it is junked. Mark helps Brad out in his search for colleges by making a video for him to send out to prospective schools.
Mr. Likeable November 17, 1998 A56/809 185
Al gets a role in a TV movie, staring with Morgan Fairchild. Tim has trouble convincing everyone he's happy for Al.
Thanks, But No Thanks November 24, 1998 A56/810 186
Tim invites his brother, Marty, and his six-year-old twin daughters to stay at the Taylor household when he discovers that Marty and his wife are separated.
Home For The Holidays December 8, 1998 A56/811 187
Randy returns home unexpectedly for Christmas and discovers all the changes that have gone on in his absence. Tim discovers that his biggest rival in the annual neighborhood lighting contest is Al. Final appearance of Randy
Ploys For Tots December 15, 1998 A56/812 188
Tim and Jill try to teach Marty the best way to parent when one of the twins keeps throwing tantrums to get her own way.
Chop Shop 'Til You Drop January 5, 1999 A56/813 189
Tim and Jill buy Brad a car. However, when it is stolen and stripped for parts, Tim and Al go undercover to catch the thieves, by finding a berry stain Al made.
Home Alone January 19, 1999 A56/814 190
Tim is alone for the weekend so that he can write a book for Binford. However, he is distracted by dreams of fame and fortune.
Knee Deep February 02, 1999 A56/815 191
Brad blames Tim for possibly ruining his soccer career when he injures his knee on a piece of hardware during a Tool Time shoot at the house. The magicians Penn & Teller appear on Tool Time.
Mark's Big Break February 09, 1999 A56/816 192
Tim commissions Mark to make a video to celebrate the completion of his hot rod. When Tim is disappointed with the result, Mark films a new version - with a dance number set to "Greased Lightning."
Young At Heart February 16, 1999 A56/817 193
The plans for Tim and Jill's 19th wedding anniversary go awry when Tim is caught on security cameras in a compromising position with his new female mechanic.
Love's Labor Lost Part 1 February 23, 1999 A56/818 194
Plans for a ski trip are put on hold when Jill needs an emergency hysterectomy. Tim helps her face the situation, but becomes frightened when complications arise during surgery.
Love's Labor Lost Part 2 March 02, 1999 A56/819 195
Tim waits for news on Jill's surgery. Jill will be fine, although she had to have her ovaries completely removed, not partially as was first thought. Jill's mother comes to visit, to help with her daughter's care and with her mood swings.
Neighbors March 16, 1999 A56/820 195
Tim and Wilson's friendship is tested when Wilson wins $10,000 and decides to build an elaborate Greenhouse in his backyard - which blocks the Taylor family's view. Mark tries to woo a girl.
A Hardware Habit To Break March 30, 1999 A56/821 196
Harry announces that he is retiring and selling the hardware store. Tim organizes a fundraising party for the store, but ends up buying it himself. But when the customers dry up, Tim begins to wonder what he is doing wrong. In the end, Marty and Jeff take the store off of Tim's hands. Brad tries to go to Florida for spring break.
Loose Lips And Freudian Slips May 4, 1999 A56/822 197
Jill's thesis is before the committee. During Mark's student film viewing, Jill's psychology professor sees Jill criticize him and Jill is worried that this will affect the thesis committee's decision.
Trouble-A-Bruin May 11, 1999 A56/823 198
Troubles brew on Tool Time when Bud mandates that no non-Binford products are to be used on the show and makes major changes that get Tim worked up. Brad has to decide whether or not to play soccer earlier than he is scheduled to when he has an opportunity to play for a UCLA soccer coach/scout.
Dead Weight May 18, 1999 A56/824 199
Tool Time continues to be a "jewel" despite the continued excess presence of the Binford name, and the new producer Morgan tries to give Tim a hard time. Things rapidly turn sad when Al decides to take his mother out to dinner to tell her he's going to get married... and she has a heart attack and dies.
The Long And Winding Road Part 1 May 18, 1999 A56/825 200
Tool Time's new producer, Morgan, stages a Jerry Springer style fight on the show. When he refuses to stop degrading the show, Tim quits. Jill's psychology professor offers her a great job - in Indiana.
The Long And Winding Road Part 2 May 25, 1999 A56/826 201
While on the way to school, Tim and the boys reminisce about some of the good times they've had. With clips from previous shows.
The Long And Winding Road Part 3 May 25, 1999 A56/827 202
Tim records his finale Tool Time, with a host of guests - and a pregnant Heidi. Morgan offers Tim more money and an executive producer credit to stay with the show, but Tim refuses and ends his life in Detroit hosting Al's marriage to Trudy in his backyard (and Al marries). The Taylor's decide to go to Indiana, taking their house with them in the ultimate home project - or is it just a figment of Tim's imagination?
Backstage Pass May 25, 1999 A56/828 203
A look back at the past eight years of Home Improvement, with cast interviews, outtakes, scenes for the final taping - and Wilson's entire face.
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