View Full Version : The MTM Wrong Answer Game
OH Nuts! 08-26-2007, 09:28 AM Who can turn the world on with a smile? Why an ep of MTM of course!
Here's a neat game I've seen on other boards (All In The Family, Happy Days, Roseanne). Someone makes up a question about the sitcom or the characters on it, and the next post purposely answers incorrectly, often with funny results. The post then makes up the next question.
Thanks for turning me on to this game Mikado!
Here are some examples:
What was the name of Mary's best friend?
Beth Israel
Mary works in a newsroom based in what city/cities?
Boston and the newsroom's sister station in Worster
Here's the first real question:
All of Lou Grant's immediate subordinates call him by his first name, except for one. What's the name of the immed. subordinate who doesn't?
catlover79 08-26-2007, 10:25 AM Gordy the Weatherman
What is the name of Phyllis' eternally off-screen husband?
OH Nuts! 08-26-2007, 11:23 AM Dagmar
Who killed the poor innocent chocolate souffle, that never did harm to anyone?
Mikado 08-26-2007, 06:01 PM The souffle bandit
What word couldnt Ted pronounce during the show ( on a bet with Murray ), that he had no trouble with formerly?
OH Nuts! 08-26-2007, 06:21 PM onomotopoeia
Where does Rhoda work?
Mikado 08-26-2007, 07:05 PM shes the one who hand-cranks the generator that keeps the power on at WJM
What letter did Mary have on the wall of both her apartments?
The shrunken head of her ex-boyfriend.
What were Mary's dinner parties famous for?
OH Nuts! 08-26-2007, 11:00 PM being The Chic-est events in Minneapolis
Not only is Sue Ann Nevins handy in the kitchen, but she's also handy in the .................
NOVARick 08-27-2007, 02:53 AM being The Chic-est events in Minneapolis
Not only is Sue Ann Nevins handy in the kitchen, but she's also handy in the .................
. . . outhouse.
Who gave birth in Mary's bedroom?
OH Nuts! 08-27-2007, 06:38 AM A pregnant goat named Eloise. She had four kids.
A pompous critic dates Mary and earns everyone's dislike. What does Ted do to the critic?
Sets him up with Chuckles the clown.
What did Mary do at Chuckle's funeral?
Mikado 08-27-2007, 04:11 PM Sang a heartfelt rendition of "Send in the Clowns"
What did Lou keep in a bottle in his desk drawer?
NOVARick 08-27-2007, 04:15 PM What did Mary do at Chuckle's funeral?
She dressed up as Aunt Yoo Hoo, told all the pall bearers to bend over and then shot them with seltzer water down their pants.
What did Mary do when she was alone in Sue Ann's bedroom?
Sang a heartfelt rendition of "Send in the Clowns"
What did Lou keep in a bottle in his desk drawer?
He kept Ted repellent in that bottle.
She dressed up as Aunt Yoo Hoo, told all the pall bearers to bend over and then shot them with seltzer water down their pants.
What did Mary do when she was alone in Sue Ann's bedroom?
She stole Sue Ann's Diary, with plans to make a movie out of it.
How did Mary end up in Sue Ann's bedroom in the first place? lol!
NOVARick 08-27-2007, 05:07 PM How did Mary end up in Sue Ann's bedroom in the first place? lol!
:lol: She and Sue Ann went out one night and wound up really drunk then, oh no!
Why did Ted want to host a game show?
He thought he'd get a share of the prize loot.
Why did it take Mary so long to move to another apartment?
catlover79 08-27-2007, 06:06 PM She was afraid Rhoda would be living there and didn't want to steal another apartment out from under her best friend.
The WJM staff (and Rhoda) were snowed in the news building on what important night?
That would have been Rhoda's wedding night. lol!
What type of car did Mary drive?
OH Nuts! 08-27-2007, 11:09 PM A Studebaker with MTM license plates.
How does Chuckles the Clown die?
Mikado 08-27-2007, 11:18 PM His Seltzer bottle exploded
Why didnt Ted and Murray get along?
OH Nuts! 08-27-2007, 11:41 PM Because Murray wouldn't let Ted rub his head
Why does Mary go to jail?
catlover79 08-28-2007, 12:15 AM She stole the "etc." sign in Rhoda's apartment and got caught (Mary though it would go perfect with her gold "M").
What's the name of Rhoda's co-worker who eventually married Ted?
Mikado 08-28-2007, 02:45 AM John Mushmellon, he played Santa at Rhoda's store
What did Rhoda DO at the store?
OH Nuts! 08-28-2007, 05:58 AM She cooked kugel and made gefilte fish in Hempell's (sp?) kosher deli department.
What part of a "train" is Mr. Grant most enamored of?
Already Gone 08-28-2007, 04:41 PM The caboose because it reminds him of Rhoda's mother.
What ever happened to Debby Morgenstern?
She ran off with Chuck Cunningham to South America where they run a coffee plantation.
Who did Bess play cards with one night?
OH Nuts! 08-28-2007, 11:54 PM Ted, and they played Go Fish. She got tired of playing with hm though as she had to keep explaining the rules to him.
Mary almost loses her friendship with Lou, when she tells Murray that Mr. Grant slept with..................
Kristen 08-29-2007, 12:03 AM Ted, and they played Go Fish. She got tired of playing with hm though as she had to keep explaining the rules to him.
Mary almost loses her friendship with Lou, when she tells Murray that Mr. Grant slept with..................
Phyllis. She wanted to get back at Lars for his affair w/ Sue Ann.
Who did Mary say "Shut up!" to on the air?
Mikado 08-29-2007, 12:47 AM Walter Cronkite
What does Mary throw high into the air, during the opening theme?
OH Nuts! 08-29-2007, 07:38 AM Ted. After many episodes of putting up with his IRRITATING behavior, she gets a burst of adrenaline and pushes him up in the air.
What are Ted's spending habits like?
Already Gone 08-29-2007, 09:48 AM He's very thrifty. He buys all his clothes from Goodwill.
How did Ted get into broadcasting?
Mikado 08-29-2007, 02:35 PM Summer, Ted WAS a cheapskate! :lol:
His Aunt, "Mama" Carlson gave him a job at WKRP, and it went from there
Why was Murray's wife always jealous of Mary?
catlover79 08-29-2007, 04:14 PM Mary always showed up to parties in the same dresses as Marie!
What did Mary accidentally call her date, Eric?
Eric was the name of her cat and her date did favor that cat after all.
What was the minister that married Georgette and Ted dressed for?
Mikado 08-29-2007, 05:03 PM a quick escape to South America :eek:
Why did Ted and Georgette decide to adopt?
Because Ted wasn't sure how to get a baby on his own.
What happened to Mary's "perfect look" when she went to that awards show?
catlover79 08-29-2007, 06:09 PM She got slammed by Mr. Blackwell.
Which song did the cast sing in the series finale?
Mikado 08-29-2007, 06:53 PM (This is) the End by the Doors
Why didnt Mary ever Marry?
She was waiting for Murray to get that quickie divorce like he promised?
Why did SueAnn always pat Murray's head?
Mikado 08-29-2007, 07:47 PM it was a secret signal to her Venusian overlords
What did Murray do to Sue-ann in return?
OH Nuts! 08-29-2007, 10:12 PM put a whoopie cushion on her chair and when she sat in it, told her to lay off the bean casserole
Who begins to laugh, although they really don't want to, at Chuckle's funeral?
Janice 08-29-2007, 10:21 PM Chuckles. His staged "death" was really an elaborate insurance fraud scheme.
Lou Grant told Mary during their first meeting that he liked her because, "You've got .....!"
OH Nuts! 08-29-2007, 10:44 PM a great sense for fashion
What kind of drinker is Lou Grant?
Mikado 08-29-2007, 10:51 PM A very poor one, he keeps getting it all over his shoes
Did Ted ever have the "hots" for Mary?
catlover79 08-29-2007, 11:45 PM Yes - every time he stumbled over big words during a broadcast, it was because he was drooling over Mary!
What was the name of Mary's anti-Semitic friend who disliked Rhoda?
OH Nuts! 08-30-2007, 01:18 AM Eva Braun
Who drove a taxi at night to earn extra money for his family?
Kristen 08-30-2007, 01:48 AM Eva Braun
Who drove a taxi at night to earn extra money for his family?
Ted, after Lou turned down yet another of his requests for a raise.
Who did Mary throw a surprise birthday party for?
Mikado 08-30-2007, 02:28 AM President Nixon...and it WAS a surprise, cause ,he had NO idea who Mary WAS!
What other famous politicians did Mary meet over the years?
OH Nuts! 08-30-2007, 07:49 AM Alred E. Newman, Spiro Agnew and Wendell Wilkie's great grandson
What was the name of Mary's hard hitting Aunt who was a newswoman?
Already Gone 08-30-2007, 10:52 AM Barbara Walters
Who was Mary's aunt attracted to in the newsroom?
Mikado 08-30-2007, 02:56 PM Chuckles the Clown
How did Ted ask Georgette to marry him?
catlover79 08-30-2007, 05:56 PM Chuckles the Clown
How did Ted ask Georgette to marry him?
He dressed up as Chuckles the Clown and threatened to squirt her in the face with selzer if she said no.
Who did Mary, Rhoda and Lou unexpectedly see at the movies one night?
John Wayne, one of Mary's many ex-boyfriends.
What movie were they going to see?
Mikado 08-30-2007, 07:44 PM Saucy Stewardesses from the Planet Playtex
How did Marys date with Lou turn out?
Fantastic, they eloped but ended up getting a quickie divorce when Mary couldn't stop giggling on their wedding night.
Where else did she get the giggles at an inappropriate time?
Kristen 08-30-2007, 09:35 PM Fantastic, they eloped but ended up getting a quickie divorce when Mary couldn't stop giggling on their wedding night.
Where else did she get the giggles at an inappropriate time?
While on a date.
Why did Mary and Rhoda go to New York together?
OH Nuts! 08-30-2007, 11:05 PM To see Rhoda's baby sister get married to Homer.
What ultimatum does Mary give to Sue Ann?
She told Sue Ann to lay off of her sweetie, Murray, or she'd blow up her oven.
Why was Sue Ann so attached to that oven?
catlover79 08-31-2007, 04:04 PM Lou gave it to her!!
What's the name of Lou's ex-wife?
Lily Munster, living with her was really draining him.
Why did Lou hit the bottle so often?
Mikado 08-31-2007, 04:23 PM Cause that "ugly Mary Richards" looked SO much better when he was drunk
After the series ended, Mary Tyler Moore said she had always felt that the show was really a love story between her character, and who?
OH Nuts! 08-31-2007, 10:40 PM Ida Morganstern--Mary adored her chicken soup and brisket. Ida always brought plenty over on Mary's birthday. To this day, when Mary has kugel she thinks wistfully of Ida.
Who was killed by a crazed elephant?
Mikado 08-31-2007, 11:46 PM Murray, he was replaced on the show by a look-alike named Merrill Stubing ( Marie never noticed any difference ), who later left the newsroom to captain a ship, and was replaced by a robot ( Called Mur-A #3 )!
Who can turn the World on, with her smile?
OH Nuts! 09-01-2007, 01:10 AM Georgette. And also with her sharp diction.
Who can take a nothing day, and suddenly make it all seem worthwhile?
catlover79 09-01-2007, 01:17 AM Lou - at Happy Hour!!
What was the name of the beauty pagent Rhoda won?
Mikado 09-01-2007, 05:03 AM The Miss window dressing of 1973 Pageant and flea market
What did Bess call her Mother, Phillis?
OH Nuts! 09-01-2007, 10:18 AM My darling Geflutenhoogle (it's an old Scandanavian term that approximately means "cherished one")
What happens to the incompetant waitress who serves Mary and Lou in the coffee shop?
catlover79 09-01-2007, 10:39 AM That was Debbie, who was also the incompetent temporary secretary on The Bob Newhart Show (who always called Bob "Dr. Ryan".)
Speaking of Debbies, whatever happened to Rhoda's sister Debbie?
OH Nuts! 09-01-2007, 12:20 PM She married outside her faith and Ida neve fogave her. On one episode you can see Ida determined to sit Shiva with the rest of family trying to dissuade her.
Who does Brenda re-incarnate as, marrying a man with a penchant for donuts?
catlover79 09-03-2007, 01:25 AM The "time to make the donuts" guy from the old Dunkin Donuts commercials.
Which nationality was the Slaughters' adopted son?
Kristen 09-03-2007, 03:30 AM The "time to make the donuts" guy from the old Dunkin Donuts commercials.
Which nationality was the Slaughters' adopted son?
Russian.
What dish did Sue Ann prepare for Mary's dinner party w/ Congresswoman Geddes?
- Kristen
OH Nuts! 09-03-2007, 09:50 AM Chicken Paulette with apricot glazed yam puree
What ultimatum does Mary give to Ted?
Mikado 09-03-2007, 11:52 AM "Ted, Ive desired you for years, so, either you give me what i want, or youll be doing the news from a little 50000 watt radio station, in Siberia!!!"
Why didnt we ever actually seePhillis' husband, Lars?
OH Nuts! 09-03-2007, 02:13 PM Because Phyllis believed in keeping him henpecked, that's why he always stayed in the small room in their house nicknamed "the chicken coop."
What does Walter Cronkite say to Lou after meeting Ted?
Mikado 09-03-2007, 02:29 PM "Ive just met my GOD!"
What did Mary think of Walter Cronkite?
catlover79 09-03-2007, 04:54 PM She was horrified because she wanted to meet David Brinkley instead!
Which First Lady did Mary talk to on the phone?
OH Nuts! 09-03-2007, 06:44 PM Bess Truman
Why does the Happy Homemaker decide to give up Lars?
Mikado 09-03-2007, 08:39 PM Her deep friendship with Phillis was MUCH too precious to put into jeopardy, over a man!
What did Bess usually call Mary?
Already Gone 09-03-2007, 10:37 PM Old Maid, she never learned to respect her elders.
Why didn't Phyllis teach her this lesson?
Mikado 09-03-2007, 10:50 PM Cause when Phillis ran off to San Fransico, she forgot to bring along Bess, who subsequently had to be raised by wolves
What other children did Mary sometimes come in contact with?
Those Children Of The Corn in that nearby field.
Why didn't we see Mary driving her car in more episodes?
OH Nuts! 09-03-2007, 10:59 PM Because she often let Rhoda take over at the wheel, and occassionally Bess, once she got her learner's permit.
What is Ted's reaction to getting audited?
catlover79 09-03-2007, 11:02 PM He threw a party and made a pass at Marie.
How many kids did Murray and Marie have?
Mikado 09-03-2007, 11:10 PM None,they had several children living there but, they werent actually Murrays
How did Lou respond to the invitation to his ex-wife's wedding?
catlover79 09-03-2007, 11:12 PM He went out and eloped with Mary!!
Who sat next to Mary at WJM?
Mikado 09-03-2007, 11:21 PM Bill the insane stagehand
Who sat next to him?
OH Nuts! 09-04-2007, 07:15 AM Technically Sue Ann Nivens. Although she could often be seen sitting on his lap.
Why does Mary tell Ted to shut up on the air?
Already Gone 09-04-2007, 12:46 PM He was reading passages from Sue Ann's diary on the air and it was making Mary sick to her stomach.
Why did it effect her that way?
Mikado 09-04-2007, 01:47 PM Cause the book revealed that Sue-ann was sleeping with everyone in the newsroom, but HER!
What became of Bess, once she grew up?
She moved to Canada and became a Mountie.
Why was she so eager to get out of America?
catlover79 09-04-2007, 06:09 PM To get away from Phyllis, of course!!
Who were the producers of Ted and Sue Ann's talk show?
Chuckles and Mrs. Chuckles, they really liked bossing them around.
Why was Ted always snooping in Lou Grants office?
catlover79 09-04-2007, 11:08 PM He knew that's where Lou was hiding the Watergate tapes. Of course, he thought it had something to do with a water PARK he wanted to visit.
Where did Ted meet his future wife, Georgette?
OH Nuts! 09-05-2007, 12:41 AM While bargain shopping at Kresge's
Who is tragically killed by a rogue elephant?
Mikado 09-05-2007, 04:57 AM Bess, Mary called her "my little peanut" , but , the elephant misunderstood!
Why didnt Phillis get along with Rhoda?
OH Nuts! 09-05-2007, 06:57 AM Because Rhoda's Swedish was very poor. Also Rhoda once made a crack about Phyllis's lingonberry and meatball casserole, and Phyllis never forgave her.
Who let it slip that Mary never finished college?
Chuckles. He couldn't understand how she could flunk out of clown college.
Why didn't we see Lars on the show?
Mikado 09-05-2007, 04:56 PM Lars never actually existed, he was just an illusion of Phillis' insanity
So, who was Bess'es REAL father then?
Carlton the doorman
How did Phyllis meet him?
Mikado 09-05-2007, 05:23 PM He wound up in Minneapolis by stowing away in Ida Morgensterns luggage, and Phillis just happened to let him out
Who had a big crush on Mary, besides Murray?
Rhoda, she actually wanted to be Mary.
Why did Rhoda like to wear a scarf on her head so much?
Mikado 09-05-2007, 06:48 PM It was to keep her brains from popping out of her lobotomy scar
Even in her heaviest days, Rhoda wasn't really all THAT fat.....so, why did she THINK she was?
OH Nuts! 09-05-2007, 07:44 PM Because she had a secret obsession to be just like Twiggy, so ever pound above her idol's seemed like thirty.
What does Mary do, that almost ruins her friendship with Lou?
catlover79 09-05-2007, 11:10 PM She finds his stash of secret love letters to Sue Ann and starts planning their wedding.
What's the name of the big, obnoxious guy who was always after Mary? (Hint: He was first seen in episode 2.)
OH Nuts! 09-05-2007, 11:42 PM Herb Tarlek, who came up North to chill out.
In the opening of the show, why does Mary throw her hat into the air?
Mikado 09-05-2007, 11:45 PM She just realised its full of head lice
Why didnt Mary have a bed in her first apartment?
She prefered to sleep upside down in her closet so she really didn't need one.
How did Rhoda's apartment catch fire?
Mikado 09-06-2007, 06:16 PM She was taking care of that same damn cow who started the great Chicago fire...and well.....
What "title" did Lou Grant always wear with pride?
OH Nuts! 09-06-2007, 10:52 PM Twin City Grand Master Borurbon Drinking Champion.
Why did Edie want a separation?
catlover79 09-06-2007, 10:56 PM She had it bad for Ted!! :lol:
Which city did Ted's career start?
OH Nuts! 09-09-2007, 11:58 PM Bellevue, South Dakota
Describe Ted's attitude toward money?
Kristen 09-10-2007, 12:44 AM Bellevue, South Dakota
Describe Ted's attitude toward money?
He spent freely. His motto was, "You can't take it with you!"
What did Mary win an award for at her high school reunion?
Mikado 09-10-2007, 12:56 AM Best impersonation of Laura Petrie
Why was Mary so good at that impersonation?
Because she was part witch.
Which witch is in her family tree?
Mikado 09-10-2007, 02:49 PM Sabrina the Teenage witch...they both had that "perkiness", you know?
Why didnt Lou ever return Sue-anns feelings for him?
He was too afraid to since her last two husbands mysteriously disappeared.
How many husbands did Sue Ann have?
Mikado 09-10-2007, 04:51 PM 365, that way she got an anniversary gift, every day of the year
What was Sue-anns special "dish"?
catlover79 09-10-2007, 06:14 PM Crow, because she often had to eat it!! :lol:
Which married couple was Rhoda's "date" in season 1?
Marty Morrison and Darryl Driscoll (Barney Miller Show)
Why did they leave New York and come to Minnesota?
OH Nuts! 09-10-2007, 10:33 PM Because Rhoda promised them both jobs as personal shoppers in Marshall Fields.
How does Lou react to Edie's remarrying?
catlover79 09-11-2007, 12:24 AM Because Rhoda promised them both jobs as personal shoppers in Marshall Fields.
How does Lou react to Edie's remarrying?
He was so for it he jumped out of the cake at the bachelorette party. :lol:
What store did Rhoda work at?
OH Nuts! 09-11-2007, 12:38 AM She worked at Temples in the Judaica section.
Who can't stop laughing at Chuckle's funeral?
Mrs. Chuckles
Why is she in such good spirits?
catlover79 09-11-2007, 04:04 PM Before the service, she joined Lou for drinks at the Happy Hour Bar and had a few too many!
Why did Mary move into the high rise apartment?
Mikado 09-11-2007, 05:05 PM Her ex-husband Rob Petrie had tracked her down, despite her name change, so she had to leave her old place fast!
Why is Minneanapolis called the "Twin Cities"?
Because of all those twin cows, twin horses and twin people that live there.
Did Mary live in Minneapolis her entire life?
Already Gone 09-12-2007, 01:39 PM No, she lived all over the country trying to get away from her crazy ex-husband.
Why did they get divorced?
Mikado 09-12-2007, 02:40 PM He wrote a sitcom about her called "The ditz in the capri pants"
what happened to their son Richie?
He turned up on a show, that was set in the 50's.
Did his appearance change much between those two shows?
OH Nuts! 09-12-2007, 07:46 PM Not really...just a tiny bit taller and a few more freckles
Why does Mary go to jail?
Mikado 09-12-2007, 10:29 PM Its a good place to meet a few single men
Who did Mary make a "pass" at , in the jail?
OH Nuts! 09-12-2007, 11:39 PM John Gotti Jr--she always had a thing for macho Italian men.
When Mary dates a much younger guy, what turn does their relationship take at the party he throws?
catlover79 09-12-2007, 11:41 PM He gives her his class ring. :lol:
Who was Rhoda's first boyfriend on the show?
OH Nuts! 09-13-2007, 12:27 AM Irving Rothenberg. Ida fixed them up. Irving was the son of Ida's favorite Mah Johng partner.
What kind of rapport do Rhoda and Phyllis have?
Already Gone 09-13-2007, 08:54 AM They're like sisters. They do everything together.
Is there anything they don't do together?
OH Nuts! 09-13-2007, 12:33 PM Make pushy manipulative requests of others in the same twin City. Rhoda has St. Paul and Phyllis Minneapolis.
What excuse does Lars give Phyllis for staying out all night with Sue Ann?
catlover79 09-13-2007, 01:45 PM He couldn't resist raiding her fridge!!
What did a lady prisoner make as a gift for Mary?
Mikado 09-13-2007, 03:03 PM Her phone number "Hey toots, call me!"
Did Mary ever call "Mayzie the Hammer"* back?
(* I made that name up, just for fun )
CWDogg 09-13-2007, 04:02 PM Yes , she hired her to "rough up" Ted Baxter after Ted called her a b*tch.
How did Ted keep his job
Already Gone 09-13-2007, 04:42 PM He agreed to shave Lou's back every month.
What happens when Ted forgets the agreement?
Lou puts him on the Happy Homemaker show.
Who else got banished to that show one time?
Mikado 09-13-2007, 11:54 PM Chuckles the Clown, but, he was soon banned from the kitchen, for spraying seltzer on the canapes
After Rhoda, Phyllis and Mary all moved to new places, was there anyone still living in the old apartment building?
OH Nuts! 09-14-2007, 12:45 PM Carlton's Minnesota cousin, Dagmar, who was the silent handyman no one ever saw.
Who else was never seen on the show?
Already Gone 09-14-2007, 01:02 PM Gordy's wife, Louisiana
Did they have kids?
catlover79 09-14-2007, 01:41 PM Yes - JJ, Thelma and Michael. :lol:
Rhoda accompanied Mary to her hometown for what special event?
The Hat Tossing Event.
Did Mary ever enter the festivities?
Mikado 09-14-2007, 09:15 PM yes but, she was disqualified for having an "illegal pompom"
Who finally won the competition?
OH Nuts! 09-15-2007, 12:05 AM Her feisty Aunt Gertie whose hat was made with chiffon and organza.
One day Mary and Rhoda have a fight and Mary calls Rhoda insenstive. Why?
Mikado 09-15-2007, 12:19 AM Rhoda couldnt appreciate how traumatic losing the hat tossing competition was to her.
How did Mary and Rhoda finally make up?
OH Nuts! 09-15-2007, 12:06 PM They took a mikvah together in Rhoda's temple.
As a result of a fender bender, Mary meets what seems to be a nice young woman and becomes chummy with her. Why does Mary abruptly end the friendship?
Because she finds out the woman is an escaped convict.
Who tips Mary off about the woman?
OH Nuts! 09-15-2007, 05:51 PM Ma Barker's great grandson, Bob.
How does Ted react to getting auditted by the IRS?
Mikado 09-15-2007, 10:45 PM He couldnt have been more thrilled.......he mistook the word "Auditted" for "Audience", and you all know how much Ted loves an audience!
What was unique about Georgette's voice?
OH Nuts! 09-15-2007, 11:44 PM That it was so deep.
What card game does Lou like to play?
Go Fish
Who taught him this complicated game?
Mikado 09-17-2007, 03:18 AM Mary, she was a card hustler since she was 12
Why did Beth call her Mother "Phillis", instead of "Mom"?
OH Nuts! 09-17-2007, 05:30 AM Because Lars, the ever present head of the household, insisted she do so.
Why does Phyllis say "It's come to this, even Rhoda is being nice to me"
Because she knew her favorite tv show must be ending.
What was her favorite show?
Mikado 09-17-2007, 05:32 PM Happy Homewrecker, with Sue-ann Nivens
Why wasnt Mary attracted to Ted Baxter?
She never liked brainy men.
What type of man did Mary go for?
Mikado 09-17-2007, 09:49 PM The ones who wanted to put her in an apron, barefoot and pregnant
What finally convinced Ted to give up bachelorhood?
OH Nuts! 09-17-2007, 10:08 PM That he could get an extra tax deduction on his tax return.
Peanuts (or being mistaken for one) can indeed kill you. What unfortunate member of the news station found that out?
Mikado 09-17-2007, 10:16 PM WJM political reporter Jimmy Carter, who was often called "Mr Peanut"
What did the never-seen Lars do for a living?
He was a ghost writer.
Why did Bess call Mary "Aunt"?
Mikado 09-18-2007, 03:54 PM She actually was calling her "Ant" , Bess always thought Mary was a giant insect
What did Mary call Bess in return?
Already Gone 09-18-2007, 04:29 PM Swamp Rat, Bess never took a bath.
Why didn't Phyllis insist on Bess practicing good hygiene?
ClassicTVGal 09-20-2007, 11:00 PM She was waiting for Murray to get that quickie divorce like he promised?
LOL.. That is funny.
^^ Because she couldn't even do it herself ^^
Who was Joann?
Mikado 09-20-2007, 11:17 PM Bess' imaginary friend....she wasnt allowed to have real ones
Why did Phillis have such a strange relationship with Bess?
catlover79 09-21-2007, 12:08 AM Phyllis insisted that she and Bess dress exactly alike, every single day, even as Bess hit her teens.
Why did Lou Grant end up babysitting Bess?
OH Nuts! 09-21-2007, 12:11 AM Because he lost a game of poker to Phyllis.
When Phyllis plays a real estate broker, who does she try to pressure into selling their home?
Mikado 09-21-2007, 12:19 AM Bess' dog Bowser
Who was more eccentric, Phillis, Sue-Ann , Ted , or someone else?
Already Gone 09-21-2007, 11:46 AM Phyllis, she kept insisting that she was once a house mother for an all girls school.
What was the name of the school?
catlover79 09-21-2007, 12:18 PM Eastland! (Phyllis once went by the alias Beverly Ann Stickle.)
What do horses do every time they see Mrs. Lindstrom? (Come on, all you Mel Brooks fans!)
ClassicTVGal 09-21-2007, 09:18 PM Eastland! (Phyllis once went by the alias Beverly Ann Stickle.)
What do horses do every time they see Mrs. Lindstrom? (Come on, all you Mel Brooks fans!)
Turn the other way.
How many children did Marie and Murray have?
catlover79 09-22-2007, 11:27 AM None - the kids they lived with were just imposters.
Why did Gordy leave WJM?
Mikado 09-22-2007, 02:56 PM He got a really good offer, to star in "Blacksploitation" Porn films as "Motha' Mondo"
Who replaced Gordie as weatherman?
OH Nuts! 09-22-2007, 07:52 PM Squeeky Fromme (who interned as a Weatherman)
Why does Lou tell Mary she should have sympathy for Sue Ann?
Because Sueann kept Lou from firing Mary.
What did Mary do that she almost got fired for?
Mikado 09-22-2007, 08:39 PM She called Lou "Sugarmuffin" in front of Ted
What kind of car did Mary drive in the opening credits?
ClassicTVGal 09-22-2007, 08:41 PM She called Lou "Sugarmuffin" in front of Ted
What kind of car did Mary drive in the opening credits?
1970 Station Wagon.
Who was "Eric Shrimp"?
Mikado 09-22-2007, 09:01 PM Ted's last seafood supper (He always named all his food)
After the show ended, the Lou Grant character was revived in a new show called ______ _______?
Drinking Man
What was the new show about?
Mikado 09-22-2007, 09:39 PM Lou Grant's obssession with Dean Martin
Why didnt Sue-ann get her own spin-off show?
OH Nuts! 09-23-2007, 12:18 AM Because she didn't sleep with the right producer.
When Marie thinks Murray is having an affair, what is he REALLY doing?
Mikado 09-23-2007, 01:24 AM He was off to the Bahamas, piloting a huge holiday liner Called Princess of Minneapolis
What name couldnt Ted pronounce on a bet, during the newshow ?
OH Nuts! 09-23-2007, 02:59 PM Peter Pegalopogus
What does Lou really think of Ted?
He thinks Ted is a thug and bad news. lol!
What does Gordy do at the station?
ClassicTVGal 09-23-2007, 07:55 PM What does Gordy do at the station?
Taking lunch orders!
What were the names of Murray's daughters?
Marcia, Jan and Cindy
Who did the girls favor?
OH Nuts! 09-23-2007, 11:49 PM Murray with their Sinnead O'Connor haircuts.
What famous newscaster does Ted meet?
Mikado 09-24-2007, 12:11 AM Himself, but he was too stupid to realise it was a mirror!!! :eek:
What did th "call letters" WJM actually stand for?
OH Nuts! 09-24-2007, 08:22 AM Wonderful Journalism Mastered
What does Ted do to the pompous critic who worked at WJM?
He locked him Sue Ann's dressing room.
What Happy Days star made a minor appearance on the show?
ClassicTVGal 09-24-2007, 08:05 PM What Happy Days star made a minor appearance on the show?
Ron Howard
What was the reason Murray bought Mary a Christmas gift in Season One?
Mikado 09-24-2007, 08:32 PM It was a bribe, he was hoping Mary would share her executive washroom key with him
what kind of ratings did the WJM news usually get?
ClassicTVGal 09-24-2007, 09:14 PM It was a bribe, he was hoping Mary would share her executive washroom key with him
what kind of ratings did the WJM news usually get?
The best in the twin cities.
Which of the guys was more upset that there was never an mistletoe around at Christmas?
OH Nuts! 09-24-2007, 09:16 PM Chuckles The Clown
What did Ida want for Rhoda more than anything else?
Already Gone 09-24-2007, 09:32 PM A Cross Your Heart Bra.
That is very unusual, Why would Ida want that for Rhoda?
OH Nuts! 09-25-2007, 12:03 AM Because she wanted Rhoda to have interfaith clothing.
What ultimatum does Mary give Sue Ann about her affair with Lars?
catlover79 09-25-2007, 12:09 AM Get away from Lars - he's MINE!!
What class did both Mary and Ted belong to?
Mikado 09-25-2007, 12:27 AM They both took birthing classes
Why was this show such a milestone in the image of women on TV?
OH Nuts! 09-25-2007, 07:45 AM Because it was the first time you ever saw a woman placed alongside a man in bad clothing.
What does Gordy do at the TV station?
Already Gone 09-25-2007, 10:04 AM A little bit of everything. He kept the place running like a well-oiled machine.
How did they manage when Gordy left?
Mikado 09-25-2007, 03:06 PM They put Ted in charge
What did Sue-Ann have in common with Martha Stewart?
Already Gone 09-25-2007, 03:51 PM They both decorated their prison rec rooms with oragami cranes.
What did Sue Ann do prison time for?
Mikado 09-25-2007, 04:09 PM For mixing stripes and plaids in the same window treatment ( Rhoda made a citizen's arrest )
Speaking of windows, what did Rhoda DO in the window at the department, store for a living?
OH Nuts! 09-25-2007, 09:40 PM She built designer Chuppahs for upscale Twin City Jewish weddings.
What happened when Rhoda dated her boss at the department store?
OH Nuts! 09-25-2007, 09:40 PM She built designer Chuppahs for upscale Twin City Jewish weddings.
What happened when Rhoda dated her boss there?
Mikado 09-25-2007, 10:18 PM They "steamed up" those windows TOGETHER
Why was Ida so fond of Mary?
OH Nuts! 09-25-2007, 10:20 PM Because Mary was part Jewish on her great-grandmother's eight cousin twice removed side.
What card game does Lou like to play?
Uno, he was known as the Uno Card Shark.
Who else on the show is a card shark?
ClassicTVGal 09-26-2007, 12:50 AM Betty Bowerchuck
Why did Mary move to Minneapolis?
Mikado 09-26-2007, 01:07 AM Her Ex husband Rob Petrie was constantly harrassing her, but fortunately, he hated the cold, and that helped make her mind up, to go to the twin cities!
Mary used to go under the name Laura at the time...why did she change it?
OH Nuts! 09-26-2007, 01:14 AM Because each decade she changes her name. To the next letter of the alphabet. 60s it was Laura, 70s Mary, 80s Nanette, etc.
On what episode does Phylllis say "its come to this, even Rhoda's being nice to me"
ClassicTVGal 09-26-2007, 03:49 PM Because each decade she changes her name. To the next letter of the alphabet. 60s it was Laura, 70s Mary, 80s Nanette, etc.
On what episode does Phylllis say "its come to this, even Rhoda's being nice to me"
Rhoda The Beautiful
Why did Lars have an affair with Sue Ann?
catlover79 09-26-2007, 04:14 PM Because he was a glutton for punishment. :lol:
What are the names of Mary's parents?
Ozzie & Harriet
Did she have any siblings?
Mikado 09-26-2007, 04:52 PM Mutt and Jeff
Why didnt Ted think hed be able to be a father?
ps Great answer on my last Q Richp ;)
Because he couldn't even find a wife.
What did he finally have to do to get Georgette to marry him?
Mikado 09-26-2007, 06:39 PM He had to promise her that she could spend her weekends with Lou
What did Lou think of this development?
catlover79 09-26-2007, 07:06 PM He wasn't thrilled because he was going to spend his weekends with Rhoda!!
What was wrong with Mary's tennis playing friend, Joanne?
OH Nuts! 09-26-2007, 10:04 PM She was a practcing witch well versed in wikka.
In the opening of the show, what is the name of the women who watches Mary throw her hat in the air?
catlover79 09-27-2007, 12:01 AM Sally Rogers! :lol:
Who are Mr. & Mrs. Armand Linton?
ClassicTVGal 09-27-2007, 12:06 AM Sally Rogers! :lol:
Who are Mr. & Mrs. Armand Linton?
Tax Auditors that travel door to door.
What did Marie do in college?
Mikado 09-27-2007, 12:20 AM taught sex education....to her professors :rolleyes:
If there were ever a reunion movie, who would you chose, to play Ted?
OH Nuts! 09-27-2007, 12:22 AM She studying candy striping and Advanced Perkiness.
In an ep, why does Georgette leave Ted?
taught sex education....to her professors :rolleyes:
If there were ever a reunion movie, who would you chose, to play Ted?
Danny DeVito, they could actually be twins. lol!
She studying candy striping and Advanced Perkiness.
In an ep, why does Georgette leave Ted?
She wanted to have a fling with Buckles, Chuckle's brother.
How did Ted react to this?
catlover79 09-27-2007, 06:08 PM He hid out in a monestary. :lol:
What is Murray's vice (besides Mary)?
^ I like the Halloween Theme^
Bubble Gum Popping
Who did Murray almost have an affair with?
OH Nuts! 09-27-2007, 10:54 PM Edie, because she had a nice caboose.
Who catches Mary talking to her plant?
Mikado 09-27-2007, 11:10 PM Bess, who was talking to Marys credenza
Why didnt Ted wear his glasses very often?
catlover79 09-27-2007, 11:56 PM Because he was always losing them!!
Which character did John Ritter play in a memorable guest spot?
Mikado 09-28-2007, 01:45 AM He played Lou's younger brother Stew, who wanted to grow up to be just like Georgette
Did Rhoda or Phillis ever regret leaving the Twin Cities?
OH Nuts! 09-28-2007, 05:21 AM Yes Rhoda-she felt that the Twin Cities had the best kosher cheese ever-even better than Wisconsin.
Why does Rhoda move back to New York?
catlover79 09-28-2007, 01:45 PM She got an offer to star in commercials as the Statue of Liberty.
Who was Eric "Shrimp"?
Mikado 09-28-2007, 01:59 PM Part of Marys seafood dinner last week
What star from "That Girl" later joined the MTM cast?
ClassicTVGal 09-28-2007, 09:16 PM Part of Marys seafood dinner last week
What star from "That Girl" later joined the MTM cast?
Marlo Thomas
What was Lou's reaction when Murray tells him he's always been in love with Mary?
OH Nuts! 09-28-2007, 11:59 PM He starts singing "Every Day's A Holiday With Mary" from Mary Poppins.
Who does Mary tell to shut up on the air?
catlover79 09-29-2007, 12:03 AM Phyllis - because she is at the station trying to get Mary to buy "just one more" box of Bess' Girl Scout cookies. :lol:
Who or what is Prince Veal Orlaff?
OH Nuts! 09-29-2007, 12:07 AM A prize calf at the Twin Cities state fair.
Name one of Sue Ann's prize desserts.
Lemmon Lars Bars
Why wouldn't Phyllis try one?
OH Nuts! 09-30-2007, 01:27 AM Because she preferred Sue Ann's lime ones better.
What does Gordy do at the newsroom?
catlover79 09-30-2007, 01:29 AM Drink Musketal (:joke: :lol:)
What is the name of Lou's favorite bar?
Mikado 09-30-2007, 02:43 AM "The drunken skunk"
what was Lou's favorite drink?
The Lady Skunk, (grape and cherry wine mixture)
Did any of the other newsroom staff visit the bar?
Mikado 09-30-2007, 08:59 PM Sparky the WJM poodle
Why were Marys dinner parties always a disaster?
catlover79 09-30-2007, 09:32 PM She always had Phyllis do the cooking.
Who did Phyllis want to tell Bess about "the birds and bees"?
ClassicTVGal 09-30-2007, 09:58 PM She always had Phyllis do the cooking.
Who did Phyllis want to tell Bess about "the birds and bees"?
Lars
How did Rhoda and Mary become friends?
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