F is for Family

The Bleedin' in Sweden

Desperate to keep his buddies from watching the fight at a neighbor's house, Frank promises an epic big-screen experience. But now he has to deliver.

Saturday Bloody Saturday

Frank's attempt to teach Kevin a lesson about respect yields unintended results. Meanwhile, Maureen makes babysitting a nightmare for Bill.

The Through

Frank makes a powerful friend at a football game. Frank's move into management stirs up trouble with his old work pals.

'F' is for Halloween

Halloween is all tricks and no treats as Frank secretly torpedoes Sue's shot at a real job and a bully leaves Bill afraid to don his costume.

Bill Murphy's Day Off

Bill's surprise attack on the neighborhood bully backfires in a big way. Frank has to swallow his pride to make good on a promise to Kevin.

O Holy Moly Night

Christmas Eve turns chaotic as Frank's deal to avoid a strike hits a last-minute snag and Bill's first stint as an altar boy leads to trouble.

Heavy Sledding

As Frank dwells on his lost job, Sue plans a family sledding trip to lighten the mood - - but the outing creates more headaches.

A Girl Named Sue

Frank's old boss, Bob, calls him to offer his old job at Mohican Airlines, but not to receive original position. Meanwhile, Sue ponders a change in her life.

The Liar's Club

After bailing out of the unemployment office, Frank turns to Rosie's friend, Smokey, for a job, but not before helping Kevin move into the basement after he ditches school. Meanwhile, Sue gets a new job as a secretary, but is mistreated by the sexist heads of her company.

Night Shift

As Frank scrambles to prove himself at a new job, Kevin and his band plot to get their song on the radio. Sue has a Plast-a-Ware brainstorm.

Breaking Bill

Kevin's dreams of rock stardom stir up trouble at home. A setback the day before hockey tryouts pushes Bill over the edge. Sue giver her big pitch.

This is Not Good

Frank's job takes him back to the airport, with awkward results. Kevin prepares for his date with "haircut girl". Bill revels in his new outlaw ways.

Fight Night

Sue meets with the queen of Plast-a-Ware and plans a romantic night out with Frank. But a call from Maureen's school triggers a family meltdown.

F is for Fixing It

As Sue and Frank try to hash things out, Kevin is wracked with guilt over the incident at Vic's. Bill comes face to face with his old nemesis.

Pray Away

A couples retreat leads to a moment of truth for Frank and Sue. Bill and Phillip hatch a plan to deal with Jimmy. Suprises abound at Vic's party.

Landing the Plane

Sue gears up for her big moment at the shareholders' meeting, while Frank and friends lay a trap for Scoop. But the day takes a dramatic turn.

Are You Ready for the Summer?

The Murphys kick off summer with a trip to the town Memorial Day parade, where bottled-up frustrations and fears about the new baby boil over.

Paul Lynde to Block

Sue's hopes of a romantic night with Frank at the drive-in are dashed when he brings the new neighbors along. Kevin's bandmates drop a bombshell.

The Stinger

Sue dreams up a new invention, Kevin starts summer school, Bill suffers an awkward mishap at the pool, and a promotion stokes tensions at the airport.

Mr. Murphy's Wild Ride

As the guys start work on the baby's room, Chet takes Frank on an unforgettable outing to the Air Force base. A jealous Phillip lashes out at Bill.

Battle of the Sexes

While Sue hosts a soul-crushing focus group for the Forkoontula, Frank tries to keep Vic from bonding with Chet, and Bill sneaks out with Bridget.

Punch Drunk

Frank can't wait to party with his new best bud on the Fourth of July, but rising tensions between Chet and Sue set off the wrong kind of fireworks.

Summer Vacation

The family's summer trip to a lakeside cabin takes one vexing turn after another, and Kevin relives a traumatic childhood moment.

It's in His Blood

An unwelcome surprise sends Frank's bromance with Chet into a tailspin. Maureen and Phillip train for their big day. Bill's breakup gets messy.

Frank the Father

After bailing Kevin out, Frank tries a new parenting tactic. Meanwhile, Maureen's shot at TV fame hits a snag, and Bill weighs a big decision.

Bill Murphy's Night Off

As the Murphys and their neighbors scour the city, Bill bounces from one harrowing ordeal to the next. Rosie's debate turns into a rescue mission.

Father Confessor

Frank had visit his brother in law in the past few years, but when he gets an argument with his brother and Stan has the time to stop.

Nothing is Impossible

On back-to-school night, Frank stews over flashbacks to his fourth-grade play, while Sue fights to get Kevin into a special program for "dim lights."

Bring Me a Tooth

Frank struggles to make good on his promises to Bill and Maureen. Vic gets a rude surprise on his first day back at the radio station.

The 'B' Word

A lunch date sends Sue even deeper into a funk, Bill discovers a different side of his grandfather, and a desperate Vic offers to record Kevin's band.

Just Breathe

While Frank and his dad tend to an emergency at the airport, Sue spends a maddening night at the hospital, and Bill takes a beating in the hockey rink.

Come to Papa

Frank's pledge to be a better father and husband is tested by one calamity after the next, leading to an epic meltdown at Lamaze class.

R is for Rosie

Eager to make his mark as an alderman, Rosie heads to City Hall — only to find out the crooked mayor has his own plans for the Twelfth Ward.

Murphy and Son

A string of good luck lifts the mood at the Murphy house. But a family outing to the fourth-grade play unleashes a fresh wave of chaos.

Land Ho!

While Frank and the Mohican crew head to X-ray training in Cleveland, Vic gives Kevin and the band a total makeover for Kweezetoberfest.

Baby, Baby, Baby

As Sue sets out on a star-crossed trek to the hospital, Frank races to catch a flight home — and vows to settle things with his dad once and for all.

The Mahogany Fortress

At a family funeral, Frank deals with bottled-up emotions, Maureen befriends an embalmer, and Bill discovers the last rites can wipe away any sin.

The Rustvale Massacre

While Sue tries to broker a peace deal with her dad, Frank meets the new airline management, and Bill and Maureen get into mischief on a field trip.

Blind Alley

Sue hits the bars to look for her brother. Bill spends his Saturdays in a "scared straight" program. Kevin gets clingy after learning about Alice's ex.

Thank You So Much

On Thanksgiving, Sue stresses over her family's visit, Vic begs his neighbors for help soothing the baby, and Bob's big dream suffers a setback.

The Searchers

When Frank ducks out of a family day to scour the city for Box 16, Sue goes to a party at Vic's house. Bill and friends enjoy the perks of police life.

Screw Ups

Sue takes Maureen to church to cure her obsession with the occult, Frank gives Bill an overdue sex talk, and Kevin pours his heart out to Smokey.

A Very Merry F***ing Christmas

Inspired by his dad's words, Frank throws himself into a project at work. Sue starts a new business. The mayor takes his feud with Rosie too far.

Bye Bye, Frankie

As the town flocks to the airport for the big Christmas Eve show, Frank scrambles to keep the event on track, and Rosie plots to expose the mayor.

F is for Family follows the Murphy family in the 1970s - a time when you could smack your kid, smoke inside and bring a gun to the airport, when kids roamed wild, beer flowed freely and nothing came between a man and his TV.

F is for Family

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