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  • ABC
  • Sep 25, 1990
  • ABC
  • Sep 25, 1990
thirtysomething

Summary When thirtysomething debuted in 1987 it was attacked by some critics as being a self-indulgent examination of the minutiae of yuppie life. Before the first season was over, some of those same critics were covering their tracks by calling it "the most improved show on television." Producers Ed Zwick and Marshall Herskovitz had teamed up b...

Created By: Marshall Herskovitz, Edward Zwick

  • ABC
  • Sep 25, 1990
  • ABC
  • Sep 25, 1990
thirtysomething
Season 4
5 Seasons
Season Premiere: Sep 25, 1990
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Summary When thirtysomething debuted in 1987 it was attacked by some critics as being a self-indulgent examination of the minutiae of yuppie life. Before the first season was over, some of those same critics were covering their tracks by calling it "the most improved show on television." Producers Ed Zwick and Marshall Herskovitz had teamed up b...

Created By: Marshall Herskovitz, Edward Zwick

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Episode 1 • Sep 25, 1990 • 47 m
Prelude to a Bris
Michael and Hope debate over a bris for Leo; guests Barbara Barrie, Alan King.
Episode 2 • Oct 2, 1990 • 48 m
Life Class
Nancy's constantly changing sexual feelings affect her marriage, and she feels overwhelmed by Hope's new baby.
Episode 3 • Oct 9, 1990 • 47 m
Control
A photography assignment brings Melissa and Miles together; Jeffrey and Ellyn look for an apartment.
Episode 4 • Oct 16, 1990 • 46 m
The Distance
Susannah's New York job offer threatens her relationship with Gary; Ellyn ponders her relationship with Jeffrey.
Episode 5 • Oct 30, 1990 • 47 m
The Haunting of DAA
A founder haunts Michael after Miles orders him to cut DAA's staff.
Episode 6 • Nov 13, 1990 • 47 m
The Guilty Party
Hope throws a surprise party for Michael to ease her guilt over attention to the baby; guest Renee Taylor.
Episode 7 • Nov 27, 1990 • 47 m
Photo Opportunity
Family and career demands pull Melissa in opposite directions; guests Phyllis Newman, Joe Maher.
Episode 8 • Dec 4, 1990 • 47 m
Never Better
After beginning an unlikely relationship with Gary, Ellyn is attracted to a former date.
Episode 9 • Dec 11, 1990 • 48 m
Guns and Roses
Nancy's problems with cancer therapy affect her relationships with her children; Elliot is jealous of award-nominee Michael.
Episode 10 • Dec 18, 1990 • 48 m
Happy New Year
A mysterious phone call changes the Steadmans' reminiscence-filled New Year's Eve party.
Episode 11 • Jan 8, 1991 • 46 m
Melissa and Men
An art gallery wants to exhibit Melissa's photos about her failed relationships.
Episode 12 • Jan 22, 1991 • 46 m
Advanced Beginners
The appearance of his ex complicates Ellyn and her new boyfriend's cohabitation.
Episode 13 • Feb 5, 1991 • 48 m
Sifting the Ashes
Nancy prepares for her last round of chemotherapy; Elliot visits his mother (Eileen Brennan) during a business trip.
Episode 14 • Feb 12, 1991 • 47 m
Second Look
Nancy's upcoming surgery places great strain on her family and friends.
Episode 15 • Feb 19, 1991 • 48 m
Fighting the Cold
An incident and the results of Nancy's surgery force everyone to re-evaluate lives and futures.
Episode 16 • Feb 26, 1991 • 45 m
The Difference Between Men and Women
The men plan a bachelor party for Billy; the women try to think of something different for Ellyn.
Episode 17 • Apr 9, 1991 • 48 m
The Wedding
Billy and Ellyn experience doubt on the eve of their wedding.
Episode 18 • Apr 16, 1991 • 47 m
Closing the Circle
Agency crises and administration of Gary's estate pull Michael in opposite directions.
Episode 19 • Apr 30, 1991 • 48 m
Out the Door
Michael sides with Miles in rejecting Elliot's proposal; directed by Mel Harris.
Episode 20 • May 7, 1991 • 48 m
Hopeless
Volunteer Hope befriends two homeless-shelter occupants.
Episode 21 • May 14, 1991 • 47 m
A Stop at Willoughby
Long hours and a demanding client stress Michael to the limit.
Episode 22 • May 21, 1991 • 47 m
Melissa in Wonderland
In Hollywood to photograph a TV star (Brooke Adams), Melissa gets caught in the bizarre machinations of television.
Episode 23 • May 28, 1991 • 49 m
California
After returning from California, Michael faces decisions that will affect his personal and professional lives.
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