One of TV’s sharpest and funniest sitcoms, “Family Ties” cast Meredith Baxter Birney and Michael Gross as Elyse and Michael Keaton, two liberal baby boomers from Ohio whose children in the 80s exhibit very different attitudes than their parents did in the 60s. Alex (Michael J. Fox) is a republican, Mallory (Justine Bateman) is self-obsessed, and Jennifer is a cynical tomboy.
Alex almost grows up too fast. (Oh Donna)
Elyse goes into labor while performing. (Birth of a Keaton)
Alex goes back in time. (Philadelphia Story)
Alex shows more than his usual enthusiasm for Monopoly, and the reason is rather scary. (Speed Trap)
Mallory's friend is visiting from college - and has a request - will she go steady with him? (The Homecoming)
No one believes Alex when he says he went back in time. (Philadelphia Story)
Alex apologizes to his family for having taken diet pills and for his actions while under their influence. (Speed Trap)
Steven hosts a telethon. ( Birth of a Keaton)
Alex is anxious to know whether his mother has left an impression on his teacher, but is not prepared for the type of impression she's left. (The Harder They Fall)
Elyse is pleased to meet Alex's teacher Mr. Tedesco until he begins to insult the parents at a PTA meeting. (The Harder They Fall)