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Frasier Episode Guide
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Season 1 1. The Good Son gs: Cleto Augusto (Delivery Man) Linda Hamilton (Claire) Griffin Dunne (Voice of Russell) Gina Ravera (Waitress) Frasier Crane, everyone's favorite inept psychiatrist from Cheers, moves back to his hometown of Seattle. He's got a job as a radio psychiatrist and has settled in a finely furnished apartment. Frasier's new lifestyle is threatened when his brother, Niles, informs him that their retired policeman father, Martin, can no longer live on his own due to hip problems resulting from a gunshot wound suffered in the line of duty. Feeling that a nursing home would be too harsh, Frasier reluctantly lets his father move in with him. Frasier gets more than he bargains for when a psychic English homecare specialist and Martin's four-legged companion also join them. b: 16-Sep-1993 pc: 001 w: David Angell & Peter Casey & David Lee d: James Burrows NOTE: David Hyde Pierce had just finished doing "Sleepless in Seattle" earlier in the year. He played a psychiatrist who happened to dislike Seattle because of all of the rain. According to the DVD comentary on this episode by the surviving creators of the show, the physical therapist was supposed to be Hispanic, and Rosie Perez was considered for the role. Lisa Kudrow was considered for the role of Roz. Also, the fact that Niles cleans the chair before he sits was not scripted. James Burrows suggested it. The second scene in the cafe was not in the original script. It was added during production week. It was David Angell's idea to make Daphne a psychic, though of course she wasn't a very good one. There were seven actresses that played rejected physical therapists for Martin and had the door closed in their faces. However, the episode was running long, and they left just one. For this episode, David Lee won both an Emmy and a Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing in a Comedy. In addition, Lee, David Angell and Peter Casey won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Space Quest gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Christopher Reeve (Voice of Leonard) Frasier resents his father for moving into his apartment and bringing his dog and physical therapist with him. b: 23-Sep-1993 pc: 002 w: Sy Dukane & Denise Moss d: James Burrows NOTE: Dan Butler makes his first appearance as Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Dinner at Eight gs: Laurie Walton (Waitress) Eve Brent (Hostess) Patti Lupone (Voice of Pam) Frasier and Niles agree to eat at Martin's favorite restaurant, not anticipating its "laid-back" atmosphere. b: 30-Sep-1993 pc: 003 w: Anne Flett-Giordano & Chuck Ranberg d: James Burrows NOTE: This episode marks the first apparent meeting of Niles and Daphne. However, in a later episode, it is revealed that they met briefly once before when she asked him for salt. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. I Hate Frasier Crane gs: Judith Ivey (voice of Lorraine) John Brandon (Harry the Cop) Dean Erickson (Waiter) Joe Mantegna (Voice of Derek Mann) After a newspaper critic prints an unflattering column about his radio show, Frasier starts a feud which culminates in a physical challenge. b: 07-Oct-1993 pc: 004 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Here's Looking at You gs: Kathleen Noone (Aunt Patrice) Jeff Daniels (Voice of Doug) Martin meets a woman via telescope after discovering the fun of spying into other people's apartments. Frasier eagerly tries to set Martin up with Irene, but is perplexed when Martin rebuffs her. b: 14-Oct-1993 pc: 005 w: Brad Hall d: Andy Ackerman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6. The Crucible gs: Eugenie Bondurant (Diane) John Rubinstein (Phillip Hayson) Rachel Rosenthal (Martha Paxton) Gregory Eugene Travis (Ronald) Robert Klein (Voice of Gary) Frasier throws a dinner party to showcase his newest possession (a painting) and is horrified when the forgetful artist declares it a forgery. b: 21-Oct-1993 pc: 007 w: Sy Dukane & Denise Moss d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Call Me Irresponsible gs: Amanda Donohoe (Catherine) Bruno Kirby (Voice of Marco) Eddie Van Halen (Voice of Hank) Frasier deals with an ethical dilemma when he begins dating a woman after he advises her boyfriend to break up with her. When the boyfriend expresses a renewed interest in Catherine, Frasier does everything he can to prevent their re-acquaintance. b: 28-Oct-1993 pc: 006 w: Anne Flett-Giordano & Chuck Ranberg d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8. Beloved Infidel gs: Pat Crowley (Marion Lawlor) JoBeth Williams (voice of Danielle) Julie Gill (Waitress) Niles and Frasier begin to suspect their father of cheating on their mother years earlier after they discover him in an apparent clandestine rendezvous with an old friend. b: 04-Nov-1993 pc: 008 w: Leslie Eberhard d: Andy Ackerman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9. Selling Out gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) John Drayman (Walnut) Michael David Edwards (Almond) Dr. Joyce Brothers (Herself) Paul Perri (Director) Carl Reiner (Voice of Roger) Frasier's agent cons him into endorsing a product he doesn't support...and which makes Frasier look a little nutty. b: 11-Nov-1993 pc: 009 w: Lloyd Garver d: Andy Ackerman NOTE: Harriet Sansom Harris makes her first appearance as the wonderfully wicked Bebe Glazer. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10. Oops gs: John Glover (Ned Miller) George DelHoyo (Father Mike) Richard Poe (Chopper Dave) Wayne Wilderson (Teddy) Jay Leno (Voice of Don) Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Bulldog panics and quits the station after he overhears Frasier discussing a rumor that Bulldog will be fired. Frasier does all he can to help restore Bulldog's job. b: 18-Nov-1993 pc: 010 w: Denise Moss & Sy Dukane d: James Burrows NOTE: For his performance in this episode, John Glover was nominated for an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11. Death Becomes Him gs: June Claman (Aunt Bobbie) Maddie Gorman (Gail) Stephanie Dunnam (Mrs. Newman) Murray Rubinstein (Allen Freedman) Shawn Huff (Woman at Shiva) Marion Dugan (Patient) Amy Lloyd (Receptionist) Frasier becomes aware of his own mortality when a man his age suddenly drops dead. Frasier attends the man's Shiva to determine how he could have died so young. b: 02-Dec-1993 pc: 011 w: Leslie Eberhard d: Andy Ackerman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12. Miracle on Third or Fourth Street gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Kathryn Danielle (Bonnie Weems) Christine Estabrook (Lou) Richard Poe (Chopper Dave) John Finn (Tim) Bette Rae (Elizabeth) Hawthorne James (Bill) Mel Brooks (Voice of Tom) Rosemary Clooney (Voice of Gladys) Dominick Dunne (Voice of Jeff) Ben Stiller (Voice of Barry) Eric Stoltz (Voice of Don) Frasier volunteers to work on Christmas Day when he learns that Frederick will not be visiting him for the holidays. The callers are as depressed as Frasier, who decides to cheer himself up by eating dinner at a local diner where the patrons assume he's homeless. b: 16-Dec-1993 pc: 013 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: James Burrows NOTE: At the 1994 Golden Globes, the show was nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy; Kelsey Grammer for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy; and John Mahoney for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13. Guess Who's Coming to Breakfast gs: Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Linda Stephens (Elaine) Patricia Fraser (Marjorie) Robert Colbert (Tony) Piper Laurie (Voice of Marianne) Henry Mancini (Voice of Al) Elijah Wood (Voice of Ethan) Frasier makes a fool of himself yet again, when he talks at length on the radio about Martin's romantic rendezvous. b: 06-Jan-1994 pc: 014 w: Molly Newman d: Andy Ackerman NOTE: Patrick Kerr makes his first appearance as the Star Trek and Roz-obsessed Noel Shempsky. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14. Can't Buy Me Love gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Claire Stansfield (Kristina) Ashley Bank (Renata) Brett Miller (T.J.) Shawna Casey (Stage Manager) Ken Levine (Voice of M.C.) Martin convinces Frasier to participate in a charity bachelor auction. b: 20-Jan-1994 pc: 012 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15. You Can't Tell a Crook by His Cover gs: Ron Dean (Frank) Katherine McGrath (Linda) Tony Abatemarco (Jimmy) Robert Miano (Rocco) Ivory Ocean (Bartender) Marco Rodriguez (Leo) Dean Erickson (Waiter) Frasier and Niles try to protect Daphne's honor when she goes on a date with an ex-con. b: 27-Jan-1994 pc: 016 w: David Lloyd d: Andy Ackerman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16. The Show Where Lilith Comes Back gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Roger Keller (Waiter) Timothy Leary (Voice of Hank) Frasier's ex-wife Lilith comes to Seattle, ostensibly to attend a convention, but as Frasier soon discovers, Lilith has ulterior motives. b: 03-Feb-1994 pc: 017 w: Ken Levine & David Isaacs d: James Burrows NOTE: A mention of Gil Chesterton, the resturant critic, is made in this episode, although he doesn't appear until Frasier Crane's Day Off. Bebe Neuwirth reprises her role as Frasier's ex-wife Lilith for the first time in Frasier. This episode won an Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. In addition, Ken Levine and David Isaacs received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17. A Midwinter Night's Dream gs: Dean Erickson (Eric) Niles tries to patch up another disagreement with Maris with a romantic dinner, which Daphne offers to prepare. Frasier comes charging to the rescue as he realizes that Daphne and Niles are all alone on a dark and stormy night. b: 10-Feb-1994 pc: 015 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: David Lee NOTE: This episode received Emmy nominations for Outstanding Art Direction for a Series and Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy Series or Special. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18. And the Whimper is... gs: Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) John McMartin (Fletcher Grey) Wren T. Brown (Keith Bishop) Maxine Elliott (Mrs. Grey) Trish Ramish (Tawny Van Deusen) Mark Sawyer (Bob Peterson) Aileen Fitzpatrick (Committee Member) At his carnivorous agent's urgings, Frasier campaigns hard to win a Seabee, Seattle radio's biggest award, only to regret his actions when he learns that Seattle's most eminent talk show host is retiring at the end of the year. b: 17-Feb-1994 pc: 018 w: Denise Moss & Sy Dukane d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19. Give Him the Chair! gs: Scott Nguyen (Brown) Valerie Curtin (Mrs. Warren) James Greene (Salesman) Phil Buckman (Leo) Marc Robinson (Joey) Brittany Murphy (Olsen) Malcolm McDowell (Voice of Dr. Bruga) Frasier gets himself into trouble when he throws out Martin's old chair, rationalizing that he would actually be helping his father. Frasier searches all over Seattle, and ultimately to a high school production of "Ten Little Indians," to retrieve the chair. b: 17-Mar-1994 pc: 019 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20. Fortysomething gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Reba McEntire (Voice of Rachel) Sara Melson (Carrie) Frasier fears being a "mid-life crisis cliche" after he flirts with an attractive 22-year-old store clerk. b: 31-Mar-1994 pc: 021 w: Sy Dukane & Denise Moss d: Rick Beren -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21. Travels with Martin gs: Don Amendolia (Guard) Pamela Gordon (Marvella) The Cranes and Daphne set off on a road trip in a Winnebago to Mount Rushmore. Trouble ensues when Martin takes them into Canada, where Daphne, due to legal particulars, isn't allowed. b: 14-Apr-1994 pc: 023 w: Linda Morris & Vic Rauseo d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22. Author, Author gs: Christine Lahti (Voice of Laura) Mako (Sam Tanaka) Luck Hari (Waitress) Sibling rivalry flares when Frasier and Niles decide to collaborate on a self-help book. b: 05-May-1994 pc: 020 w: Don Seigel & Jerry Perzigian d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23. Frasier Crane's Day Off gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Patricia Hearst (Voice of Janice) Steve Lawrence (Voice of Howard) Eydie Gorme (Voice of Lois) Tommy Hilfiger (Robert) Garry Trudeau (Voice of Louis) Mary Tyler Moore (voice of Marjorie) Steve Young (Voice of Blake) Frasier comes down with the flu, so food critic Gil Chesterton fills in for him. When paranoid Frasier believes both Gil and subsequent fill-in host Niles are after his job, he's more determined than ever to get back on the air. b: 12-May-1994 pc: 022 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: James Burrows NOTE: Edward Hibbert makes his debut as Gilbert Leslie "Gil" Chesterton, KACL's very own pompous restaurant critic. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24. My Coffee with Niles gs: Luck Hari (Waitress) Frasier and Niles meet at Café Nervosa to discuss the one-year anniversary of Frasier's move to Seattle. b: 19-May-1994 pc: 024 w: David Angell & Peter Casey d: James Burrows NOTE: Martin mentions that "last Sunday was my birthday." Based on information in The Gift Horse, this means Martin turned 61 the previous Sunday. This episode is set in real time, as Frasier and Niles sit down and talk for 22 minutes. The commercial break occurs when Niles says he needs to visit the bathroom. Niles reluctantly admits to having a crush on Daphne, a moment that would ultimately alter the course of the series. Frasier won Best Comedy at the 1994 Emmy Awards. In addition, Kelsey Grammer won the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy. David Hyde Pierce received a nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy, and the series was nominated for Outstanding Achievement in Main Title Theme Music. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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25. Slow Tango in South Seattle gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Constance Towers (Clarice) Myra Carter (Mrs. Warner) John O'Hurley (Thomas Jay Fallow) Susan Brown (Amber Edwards) David Sederholm (Date) James Spader (Voice of Steven) Frasier discovers that an old acquaintance from Boston has written a steamy romance novel that includes an incident from Frasier's life, an affair with his piano teacher when he was only 17. Fearing the exposure could embarrass his teacher, Frasier pays her a visit and finds she's not quite what he expected. b: 20-Sep-1994 pc: 026 w: Martin Weiss d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26. The Unkindest Cut of All gs: Cherie Michan (Eddie's Vet) Jo de Winter (Mrs. Greenway) Joel Anderson (Father) Lily Tomlin (voice of Rita) After Eddie impregnates a neighbor's dog, it's decided it's time for Eddie to get neutered. As Niles and Frasier try to catch Eddie, he flees out the door and into Seattle. b: 27-Sep-1994 pc: 025 w: Dave Hackel d: Rick Beren NOTE: For his work in this episode, Rick Beren was nominated for a Directors Guild of America Award. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27. The Matchmaker gs: Eric Lutes (Tom Duran) Frasier sets up a date for Daphne with the new station manager, Tom, unaware that Tom is gay and believes he's actually dating Frasier. b: 04-Oct-1994 pc: 028 w: Joe Keenan d: David Lee NOTE: For this episode, David Lee won both an Emmy for Outstanding Directing in a Comedy and a Directors Guild of America Award. Joe Keenan was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy, and won a Writers Guild of America Award. The episode also received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. Eric Lutes later played Del Cassidy on Caroline in the City, which aired after Frasier during the 1996-97 season. During a heart-to-heart talk with Daphne, Frasier refers to the two women who broke his heart--Diane and Lilith--although he doesn't mention Diane by name. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28. Flour Child gs: Charlayne Woodard (Arleen) Aaron Heyman (Clarence) Linda Porter (Mary) Alvy Moore (Putnam) Robin Krieger (Mother) Amy Madigan (Voice of Maggie) With Niles unsure he's ready for the responsibilities of fatherhood, he takes to carrying a ten-pound sack of flour around Seattle to simulate a child. b: 11-Oct-1994 pc: 029 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29. Duke's, We Hardly Knew You gs: John LaMotta (Duke) Jack Wallace (Joe) Bill Gratton (Leo) Niles and Frasier can't bring themselves to tell Martin that they're investors in the group tearing down his favorite bar. b: 18-Oct-1994 pc: 027 w: Linda Morris & Vic Rauseo d: James Burrows NOTE: This is the first appearance of the often-mentioned but rarely seen Duke. The title of the scene at the bar Duke's was "Where Nobody Knows Their Name." That is a reference to the Cheers theme song, "Where Everybody Knows Your Name." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30. The Botched Language of Cranes gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) George DelHoyo (Father Mike) Helen Geller (Sister Joselia) Alfre Woodard (Voice of Edna) Sandra Dee (Voice of Connie) Frasier's advice to a caller prompts criticism after he offends all of Seattle. To get back in their good graces, Frasier agrees to emcee a charity benefit, which in true Crane style only leads to further calamity. b: 01-Nov-1994 pc: 031 w: Joe Keenan d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31. The Candidate gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Boyd Gaines (Phil Patterson) Luck Hari (Waitress) Jack Tate (Director) Christopher Walberg (Boy) Sydney Pollack (Holden Thorpe) Frasier agrees to make a television commercial for his candidate of choice in a local election, only to learn some very distressing information moments before they film. b: 08-Nov-1994 pc: 030 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 32. Adventures in Paradise (1) gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Rick Schatz (Busboy) Pierre Epstein (Ettienne) JoBeth Williams (Madeleine) Kirsten Devere (Mother) Jessica Pennington (Yvette) Art Garfunkel (Voice of Chester) Frasier takes a date to Bora Bora...and runs into an unexpected person. b: 15-Nov-1994 pc: 032 w: Ken Levine & David Isaacs d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33. Adventures in Paradise (2) gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) James Morrison (Brian) Shelley Long (Diane Chambers) JoBeth Williams (Madeleine) Kevin Bacon (Voice of Vic) Frasier makes a fool of himself in Bora Bora, obsessed with one-upping Lilith. b: 22-Nov-1994 pc: 033 w: Ken Levine & David Isaacs d: James Burrows NOTE: For their work in this episode, both Bebe Neuwirth and Jo Beth Williams were nominated for Emmys as Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy. The episode also received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 34. Burying a Grudge gs: Lincoln Kilpatrick (Artie) Lynne Adams (Nurse) Paul Kent (Dr. Sternstein) Betty Comden (Voice of Linda) Adolph Green (Voice of Walter) While visiting Maris at the hospital (she's having a face-lift), Frasier finds Martin's old partner Artie. He convinces Martin, who hasn't spoken with Artie in years, to patch up their differences. b: 29-Nov-1994 pc: 034 w: David Lloyd d: Andy Ackerman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 35. Seat of Power gs: John C. McGinley (Danny Kriezel) Mike Starr (Billy Kriezel) Macaulay Culkin (Voice of Elliott) Frasier calls in a plumber who just happens to be Danny Kriezel, the bully who terrorized Niles back in high school. b: 13-Dec-1994 pc: 035 w: Steven Levitan d: James Burrows NOTE: John C. McGinley was later a cast member on Scrubs, which followed Frasier during the 2001-02 season. At the 1995 Golden Globes, Kelsey Grammer was nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy; and David Hyde Pierce and Jane Leeves for Best Performance by a Supporting Actor and Best Performance by a Supporting Actress in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. At the 1995 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy; and both Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce were nominated for Best Male Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 36. Roz in the Doghouse gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Garett Maggart (Bruce) Edward F. Gallick (Ed) Carly Simon (Voice of Marie) Rosie Perez (Voice of Francesca) Roz accepts an offer from Bulldog to produce his sports show, ignoring Frasier's protests that Bulldog's only trying to seduce Roz. b: 03-Jan-1995 pc: 036 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 37. Retirement is Murder gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Ron Dean (Frank) Bill Gratton (Leo) Hal Porter (Al) Randy Kovitz (Fan) Mary Steenburgen (Voice of Marjorie) Martin tries to solve a case he's been unable to close for years: the "Weeping Lotus" murder, involving a prostitute, a cop and a monkey. b: 10-Jan-1995 pc: 037 w: Elias Davis & David Pollock d: Alan Myerson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38. Fool Me Once, Shame on You, Fool Me Twice... gs: Nathan Lane (Phil) Joan McMurtrey (Heather) Bernard Kuby (Priest) Karen Person (Customer) James Willett (Cop) Paul Cusimano (Waiter) A conniving man steals Frasier's briefcase, then goes around Seattle impersonating Frasier. b: 07-Feb-1995 pc: 040 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: A caller named Denise is uncredited. One viewer speculates it may be Kim Basinger. For his work in this episode, Nathan Lane was nominated for an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 39. You Scratch My Book... gs: Shannon Tweed (Dr. Honey Snow) Laura Waterbury (Fan) Frasier agrees to write an introduction to a new book by a pop psychologist. After reading the book, Frasier realizes he can't endorse it, but he's so attracted to Dr. Honey he can't find a way to turn her down. b: 14-Feb-1995 pc: 038 w: Joe Keenan d: Andy Ackerman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 40. The Show Where Sam Shows Up gs: Ted Danson (Sam Malone) Téa Leoni (Sheila) Frasier's old friend from Boston, Sam Malone, drops in on Frasier with a problem: he was supposed to be married the day before and couldn't go through with it. Frasier believes he can solve all of Sam's problems, until he meets his fiancée. b: 21-Feb-1995 pc: 042 w: Ken Levine & David Isaacs d: James Burrows NOTE: Ted Danson reprises his role from Cheers. This episode also corrects a continuity error from Cheers in Frasier. On Cheers, Frasier said his father was dead and was a research scientist. When Sam finds out the truth about Martin - he's a cop, and of course alive, it is revealed that Frasier and Martin had had a big argument over the phone just before Frasier told Sam about his home life. When Martin asks why Frasier said he was a scientist, Frasier replies, "What difference does it make? You were dead!" This episode also tells us what became of the Cheers gang. The plumber got rich and dumped Rebecca. She's back at the bar. Norm is still at the bar (no surprise there). Woody and Kelly had a smart baby boy. Cliff doesn't hang around the bar much, because he read an article about flesh-eating bacteria and hasn't left his mother's house since. Paul is also mentioned in this episode. He was one of the guys who slept with Sam's fiancée. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 41. Daphne's Room Daphne decides to move out of the Crane residence after Frasier continually invades the privacy of her room. b: 28-Feb-1995 pc: 041 w: Linda Morris & Vic Rauseo d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 42. The Club gs: W. Morgan Sheppard (Mr. Drake) Mitchell Edmonds (Mr. Spencer) Jim Norton (I) (Wentworth) Gary Sinise (Voice of Sid) Niles and Frasier sabotage each other's chances for acceptance into Seattle's prestigious Empire Club. b: 21-Mar-1995 pc: 039 w: Elias Davis & David Pollock d: David Lee NOTE: Elias Davis and David Pollock were nominated for a Writers Guild of America Award for this episode. Niles mentions Frasier's suicide attempt which happened in the Cheers episode The Girl in the Plastic Bubble. Niles embarrasses Frasier by insinuating alcoholism and mentions he acquired knowledge of wine from the bar maid with whom he "shacked" up (meaning Diane Chambers). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 43. Someone to Watch Over Me gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Rita McKenzie (Mrs Littlejohn) Alyson Reed (Cindy Carruthers) Renée Lippin (Kari) John Lithgow (Voice of Madman Martinez) Frasier becomes convinced a crazy fan is stalking him and hires a female bodyguard to protect him at the Sea Bee broadcasting awards. b: 28-Mar-1995 pc: 046 w: Don Seigel d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 44. Breaking the Ice gs: Rick Cramer (Ranger) Frasier realizes that his father has never told Frasier he loves him, so Frasier tags along with Niles and Martin on an ice-fishing trip to try to get closer to his father. b: 18-Apr-1995 pc: 047 w: Steven Levitan d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 45. An Affair to Forget gs: Brian Cousins (Gunnar) Irene Olga Lopez (Marta) Glenne Headly (Gretchen) Niles takes up a sword to fence for Maris' honor after a caller to Frasier's show gives Frasier the idea that Maris is having an affair with her fencing instructor. b: 02-May-1995 pc: 044 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: First appearance of Marta, Maris' maid and go-between for the Cranes. For their work in this episode, Chuck Ranberg and Anne Flett-Giordano won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 46. Agents in America, Part III gs: Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Eric Lutes (Tom Duran) Tony Crane (Mike) On Bebe's advice, Frasier stages a "sick-out" to finagle a pay raise. After the station paints over his parking space, cleans out his cubicle and auditions replacements, Frasier demands that Bebe negotiate. Of course with Bebe, negotiations are never simple. b: 09-May-1995 pc: 045 w: Joe Keenan d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 47. The Innkeepers gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Mike Nussbaum (Owner) Nathan Davis (Otto) Diedrich Bader (Brad) Jay Bell (Maurice) Alan Shearman (Sous Chef) Robert Lee Jacobs (Waiter) Tom Hewitt (Bartender) Deborah Lacey (Customer) Frasier and Niles open their own restaurant "Les Frčres Heureux" or "The Happy Brothers." When Opening Night arrives, everything that can go wrong does. b: 16-May-1995 pc: 043 w: David Lloyd d: James Burrows NOTE: Guest star Diedrich Bader played a waiter at Melville's during the seventh season of Cheers. This episode received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Art Direction for a Series. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 48. Dark Victory gs: Josh Adell (Curtis) Shelley Duvall (Voice of Caroline) Martin's birthday finds everyone in a bad mood. Daphne and Martin are arguing, Niles loses a patient because of Frasier, etc. A citywide power outage does nothing to soothe jangled nerves. Frasier uses his professional training to help bring everyone together. b: 23-May-1995 pc: 048 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) & Linda Morris & Vic Rauseo d: James Burrows NOTE: It's Martin's 62nd birthday. Martin's birthday this year is at about the same time as last year, making it consistent. At the 1995 Emmy Awards, Frasier took home Best Comedy for the second consecutive year. Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce also won for Outstanding Lead Actor and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy, respectively. Roz admits to Frasier that she has a tattoo in a place not likely to be seen in casual attire. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Season 3
49. She's the Boss gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Mercedes Ruehl (Kate Costas) Tom Hulce (Voice of Keith) Matthew Broderick (Voice of Mark) Carrie Fisher (Voice of Phyllis) Teri Garr (Voice of Nancy) George DelHoyo (Father Mike Mancuso) A new station manager, Kate Costas, takes over and disagrees with Frasier from the beginning. When Frasier refuses to implement Kate's ideas, she banishes his program to the 2:00 AM shift. b: 19-Sep-1995 pc: 050 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: Mercedes Ruehl makes her debut appearance as Kate Costas. She will reprise the role in four episodes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50. Shrink Rap gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Milo O'Shea (Dr. Schachter) Kristen Lowman (Mrs. Kalish) Lesley Woods (Mrs. Kelly) Blair Brown (Voice of Jill) Don Sparks (Mr. Carr) Frasier and Niles attempt to go into practice together, leading to one disaster after another. This episode begins in a psychiatrist's office with the Crane boys detailing their escapade, and goes on to tell the story through flashbacks. b: 26-Sep-1995 pc: 051 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 51. Martin Does It His Way gs: Harper Roisman (Fred) Tom Troupe (Minister) Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio (Voice of Eileen) While digging through boxes, Frasier finds an unfinished song written by Martin specifically for Frank Sinatra. b: 10-Oct-1995 pc: 049 w: David Lloyd d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 52. Leapin' Lizards gs: Mercedes Ruehl (Kate Costas) Michael Whaley (Pete) Annie LaRussa (Susan) Jodi Taffel (Nurse) Billy Crystal (Voice of Jack) Ed Harris (Voice of Rob) After yet another one of Bulldog's practical jokes, Frasier decides to retaliate by strategically placing a lizard where Bulldog (who's deathly afraid of lizards) is sure to find it. b: 31-Oct-1995 pc: 053 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 53. Kisses Sweeter Than Wine gs: Tony Carreiro (Joe DeCarlo) Kevin Weisman (Painter) Kev O'Neil (Electrician) Peter Siragusa (Bruce) Brooke Adams (Voice of Marilyn) Frasier hires a contractor to buff a small scratch out of the floor on the day he is to host a wine tasting, only to find everything spiral into a major catastrophe, as problems pile onto each other. Meanwhile, Daphne can't take her eyes off the handsome contractor. b: 07-Nov-1995 pc: 054 w: Anne Flett-Giordano d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 54. Sleeping with the Enemy gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Mercedes Ruehl (Kate Costas) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Laura Dern (Voice of June) The staff goes into open revolt after Kate cancels their annual raise. Frasier, chosen to represent the employees, marches into Kate's office to demand raises and finds himself locked in a passionate embrace. b: 14-Nov-1995 pc: 055 w: Linda Morris & Vic Rauseo d: Jeff Melman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 55. The Adventures of Bad Boy and Dirty Girl gs: Mercedes Ruehl (Kate Costas) Pamela Kosh (Dierdre Sauvage) Harris Laskawy (Moving Man) Cyd Charisse (Voice of Polly) Kate and Frasier agree to slow their relationship down. All of Seattle hears about it when they lose their resolve and make out in the radio booth. Seattle's abuzz as they try to figure out the identity of "Dirty Girl." b: 21-Nov-1995 pc: 056 w: Joe Keenan d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: This episode received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. In addition, Timothy Mozer was nominated for an Eddie by the American Cinema Editors, USA. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 56. The Last Time I Saw Maris gs: Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Irene Olga Lopez (Marta) Paul Mazursky (Voice of Vinnie) Maris throws Niles out of the house after he stands up to her. Frasier and Martin talk Niles out of crawling back, but... b: 28-Nov-1995 pc: 057 w: Ian Gurvitz d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: And so begins the Niles/Maris separation storyline, which will last for the next three years. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 57. Frasier Grinch gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Luke Tarsitano (Frederick Crane) Tegan West (Jack) Luck Hari (Waitress) Becky Ann Baker (Marge) Klee Bragger (Ned) Ray Liotta (Voice of Bob) Frederick's Christmas visit to Seattle appears to be a disaster after the shipping company sends a Barbie and a Homemade Casserole set instead of a "Living Brain." Frasier heads to the mall for some last-minute shopping. b: 19-Dec-1995 pc: 058 w: David Lloyd d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: At the 1996 Golden Globes, Kelsey Grammer won the award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy. The show was nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy; and David Hyde Pierce for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. At the 1996 Screen Actors Guild Awards, David Hyde Pierce won the award for Best Male Actor in a Comedy. Kelsey Grammer was also nominated in that category, and the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 58. It's Hard to Say Goodbye If You Won't Leave gs: Marnie Mosiman (Donna) Mercedes Ruehl (Kate Costas) Alicia Robinson (Jane) Vaughn Armstrong (Tony) Doug Tompos (Flight Attendant) Jane Macfie (Passenger) Frasier realizes the true depth of his feelings for Kate, only to find out that she's moving to Chicago the next day. The night culminates with the two having a long discussion in the airport lounge, finding out more about each other than they ever wanted to know. b: 09-Jan-1996 pc: 059 w: Steven Levitan d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 59. The Friend gs: Gregg Berger (Voice of Gordon) Griffin Dunne (Bob Reynolds) Armistead Maupin (Voice of Gerard) Ben Mittleman (Ralph) Luck Hari (Waitress) Diane Behrens (Patron #1) David Jay Willis (Patron #2) Frasier's on-air appeal for friendship backfires when a complete bore calls. b: 16-Jan-1996 pc: 060 w: Jack Burditt d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: Griffin Dunne also voiced the caller Russell in The Good Son. For his work in this episode, Griffin Dunne was nominated for an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 60. Come Lie with Me gs: Tony Carreiro (Joe DeCarlo) Tim Choate (Dirk) Scott MacDonald (Henry) Frasier lays down the law after finding out Joe spent the night in Daphne's room, leaving the Cranes paralyzed at the thought that Daphne may move out. b: 30-Jan-1996 pc: 062 w: Steven Levitan d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 61. Moon Dance gs: Luck Hari (Waitress) Christine McGraw (Lacey Lloyd) Hank Stratton (Andrew Lloyd) Michael G. Hawkins (Conductor) Nancy Stafford (Claire Barnes) Jodie Foster (Voice of Marlene) Daphne gives Niles ballroom dancing lessons, as he prepares for a the annual "Snow Ball." When his date falls ill, Niles takes Daphne to the ball, providing him with the night of his life. b: 06-Feb-1996 pc: 063 w: Joe Keenan & Christopher Lloyd (II) & Rob Greenberg & Jack Burditt and Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano & Linda Morris & Vic Rauseo d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: This is the first time Daphne and Niles kiss. They would not kiss again until the end of season 7. Kelsey Grammer, who directed this episode, appears only in two brief scenes. This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 62. The Show Where Diane Comes Back gs: Shelley Long (Diane Chambers) John Carroll Lynch (Dr. Franklin Crean) Cali Timmins (Mary Anne) Perry Stephens (Stan) Don Sparks (Mr. Carr) Googy Gress (Ned) Danny Breen (Clark) Judith Corber Wexler (Darla) Frasier's old love, Diane Chambers, comes to Seattle for the grand opening of her play about the "losers" at Cheers and their hopeless obsession with "Mary Anne." Frasier gets roped into financing the whole thing and narrowly avoids another fling with Diane. b: 13-Feb-1996 pc: 061 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: James Burrows NOTE: Shelley Long reprises the role of Diane Chambers from Cheers. This episode also allowed Kelsey Grammer and Shelley Long to lay some demons to rest. On Cheers, Shelley wanted to get rid of Frasier because she wanted Sam and Diane back together, while Kelsey and the producers wanted to keep him on. This episode, not only do Frasier and Diane finally make peace, but Kelsey and Shelley do as well. The people in Diane's play are based on the Cheers crowd. For instance: Stan represents Sam, Clark/Cliff, Darla/Carla, Ned/Norm and Dr. Franklin Crean as you know who. This is Diane's second appearance. She first appeared in Adventures in Paradise (2) at the end. This is also the only time Diane appears in Frasier in person, and not as a dream, like she does in Adventures in Paradise (2) and Don Juan in Hell (1) and (2). This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. Shelley Long also received an Emmy nomination as Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 63. A Word to the Wiseguy gs: Harris Yulin (Jerome Belasco) Faith Prince (Voice of Brandy) Randy Travis (Voice of Man) Niles uses a man of questionable ethics, Jerome Belasco, to "fix" a parking ticket for Maris. Frasier advises Jerome's girlfriend, Brandy, to leave Jerome after she rattles off a list of his poor traits. Frasier and Niles fear retribution from Jerome. b: 20-Feb-1996 pc: 064 w: Joe Keenan d: Philip Charles MacKenzie NOTE: For his work in this episode, Harris Yulin received an Emmy nomination as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 64. Look Before You Leap gs: Murphy Dunne (Pete) Justin M. Gorence (Gary) Benjamin Brown (Stage Manager) Frasier suggests that everyone should take a "leap," or go outside their comfort zone, to celebrate Leap Year. For his leap, Frasier decides to sing an Italian aria instead of his usual "Buttons and Bows" for a benefit. b: 27-Feb-1996 pc: 066 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: James Burrows -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 65. High Crane Drifter gs: John Cygan (Doug Harvey) Mark Benninghoffen (Video Clerk) Paul Cusimano (Waiter) Troy T. Blendell (Curtis) Naomi (Woman in Video Store) Joan Allen (Voice of Lydia) Billy Barty (Voice of Chris) Eric Idle (Voice of Chuck) Jerry Orbach (Voice of Mitch) Jane Pauley (Voice of Rochelle) Katarina Witt (Voice of Brenda) A stressed Frasier resorts to physical force with a rude Cafe Nervosa patron. b: 12-Mar-1996 pc: 065 w: Jack Burditt d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 66. Chess Pains gs: Luck Hari (Waitress) Frasier becomes obsessed with chess after Martin defeats him time after time after time. b: 26-Mar-1996 pc: 067 w: Rob Greenberg d: Gordon Hunt -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 67. Crane vs. Crane gs: Donald O'Connor (Harlow Safford) Debbie Fields (Voice of Beth) James Winker (Mr. Giroux) Neil Vipond (Judge) Baron Kelly (Bailiff) Niles and Frasier face off when they take opposite sides in a courtroom hearing over an old man's sanity. Niles believes Harlow Safford to be as crazy as a loon, while Frasier interprets his quirks as eccentricities. b: 09-Apr-1996 pc: 068 w: David Lloyd d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 68. Police Story gs: Denise Poirier (Maggie) Jane Kaczmarek (Maureen Cutler) Jillie Mack (Charlotte) Luck Hari (Waitress) Bette Rae (Elizabeth) Frasier meets an attractive police officer, but she falls for Martin. b: 23-Apr-1996 pc: 052 w: Sy Rosen d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 69. Where There's Smoke There's Fired gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Richard Hamilton (Big Willy Boone) Bradford English (Hank) Don Took (Andy) KACL is sold to Big Willy Boone, who happens to be engaged to Frasier's agent, Bebe. Big Willy demands that Bebe break her smoking habit, and enlists Frasier's help to make sure she gets it done in three days, or else. b: 30-Apr-1996 pc: 069 w: Joe Keenan d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 70. Frasier Loves Roz gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Michael Mitz (Ben) David Duchovny (Voice of Tom) Roz dates one of Niles' patients, a compulsive womanizer. Frasier wants to warn Roz, but can't find away around his ethical obligation for confidentiality. Roz mistakes his attempts to warn her for secret yearnings. b: 07-May-1996 pc: 070 w: Suzanne Martin d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 71. The Focus Group gs: Tony Shalhoub (Manu) Cameron Watson (Data Collector) Henry Woronicz (Leader) Abdul Salaam El Razzac (Paul) Heather MacRae (Cathy) Pat Skipper (Gary) David Breithbarth (Chuck) Lin Shaye (Anne) Marita Geraghty (Amanda) Sherry Lansing (Voice of Angela) Eleven of the twelve members of a focus group think The Frasier Crane Show is perfect. Frasier obsesses about the one man who disagrees, a newspaper stand owner, and in the process inadvertently ruins the man's life. b: 14-May-1996 pc: 072 w: Rob Greenberg d: Philip Charles MacKenzie -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 72. You Can Never Go Home Again gs: John Rajeski (Waiter) Sherry Lansing (Voice of Angela) Roz gives Frasier a copy of his first broadcast as a present to celebrate his three-year anniversary at KACL. As he listens, Frasier remembers the events as he first arrived in Seattle and reunited with Niles and Martin. b: 21-May-1996 pc: 071 w: Linda Morris & Vic Rauseo d: David Lee NOTE: The final part of the episode presents all the guest stars that lended their voices for the people that called Frasier at his radio program. At the 1996 Emmy Awards, Frasier won its third consecutive award as Best Comedy. The show also received nominations for Kelsey Grammer as Outstanding Lead Actor, David Hyde Pierce as Outstanding Supporting Actor, and Outstanding Casting for a Series. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Season 4
73. The Two Mrs. Cranes gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Scott Atkinson (Clive) Niles is still living with Frasier and driving him mad, but Daphne doesn't care. She's found out her ex-fiancé Clive is coming to visit. Daphne and Clive broke up before she moved to America and to let him down, she said if they were still free in 5 years they'd try again. And here he is! Daphne doesn't want to break his heart again, so Frasier suggests she just be honest with him. But when Clive arrives, Daphne worries and quickly introduces him to her "new husband" - Dr. Niles Crane! Niles is of course delighted to play along and makes sure Clive stays longer. When Frasier and Martin come home, they have to play along, but Frasier suggests Martin go away as it is very complicated. Martin is of course offended by this and when Roz arrives, he says she is "Maris" - who Niles said was Frasier's ex-wife! Trouble is, when Clive says he's rich and successful, Daphne and "Maris" suddenly become very interested in him... b: 17-Sep-1996 pc: 073 w: Joe Keenan d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 74. Love Bites Dog gs: Jen Campbell (Sharon) Michael Whaley (Pete) Kay E. Kuter (Wino) Marv Albert (Voice of Jerry) Julius Erving (Voice of Mike) Bob Costas (Voice of Jake) Frasier can't wait to go out with the gorgeous women Roz found for him, until Bulldog steals her away right under Frasier's nose. b: 24-Sep-1996 pc: 074 w: Suzanne Martin d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Beginning with this episode, Dan Butler is credited as a regular. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 75. The Impossible Dream gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Byrne Piven (Dr. Sigmund Freud) Lisa Melilli (Dream Girl) Pauley Perrette (Rebecca) Bette Rae (Elizabeth) Kieran Culkin (Voice of Jimmy) Christopher Durang (Voice of Rudy) Frasier and Niles struggle to interpret Frasier's recurring dream, in which Frasier finds himself in bed with Gil Chesterton. b: 15-Oct-1996 pc: 076 w: Rob Greenberg d: David Lee NOTE: Rob Greenberg was nominated for a Writers Guild of America Award for this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 76. A Crane's Critique gs: Robert Prosky (T.H. Houghton) Steven Rotblatt (Bar Patron) Frasier and Niles are ecstatic when their father becomes good friends with reclusive author T.H. Houghton. b: 22-Oct-1996 pc: 077 w: Dan Cohen & F.J. Pratt d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 77. Head Game gs: Lorenzo Newton (Reggie McLemore) Ken Magee (Guard) Stu Lantz (Sportscaster) Loren Lazerine (Fan) Lisa Dergan (Cheerleader) Christopher M. Brown (Lenny) Geoff Callan (Hank) Jim Graci (Game Announcer) Wendy Wasserstein (Voice of Linda) Niles is the talk of Seattle after a brief session with the local basketball team's slumping star turns the player's fortunes around. Justifiably proud of himself, Niles is mortified to learn that Reggie believes his good luck is due to Niles' hair. b: 12-Nov-1996 pc: 080 w: Rob Greenberg d: David Lee NOTE: This episode was originally going to be written for Frasier, but at the last minute David Hyde Pierce as Niles had to fill in as Kelsey Grammer was being treated for his drug problems. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 78. Mixed Doubles gs: Kevin Farrell (Rodney Banks) Allison Mackie (Adelle Childs) Just as Niles finally gets up the nerve to express his feelings to Daphne, Frasier convinces him it could be a huge mistake. Niles is furious with Frasier after Daphne picks up a Niles-clone at a singles bar. b: 19-Nov-1996 pc: 079 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: Jeff Melman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 79. A Lilith Thanksgiving gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Trevor Einhorn (Frederick Crane) Paxton Whitehead (Dr. Campbell) Lisa Banes (Pamela) Jane Lynch (Cynthia) Richard Gilbert-Hill (Elliot) John Prosky (Preston) The Cranes pack up and visit Lilith and Frederick for Thanksgiving. Lilith and Frasier meet with the dean of a prestigious school, hoping to enroll Frederick. After their initial visit goes poorly, they return time and time again, hoping to ingratiate themselves with the headmaster. b: 26-Nov-1996 pc: 075 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. Trevor Einhorn makes his first appearance as Frederick Crane. He is the fourth actor to play the role. Christopher and Kevin Graves played Frederick in Cheers, and Luke Tarsitano played Frederick in Frasier Grinch. Lilith and Frederick appear together for the first time. Interestingly, their next appearance together is in another Thanksgiving episode, The Apparent Trap. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 80. Our Father Whose Art Ain't Heaven gs: John Cusack (Greg) Nicholas Walker (Francois) Martin misinterprets Frasier's polite compliment of a painting as genuine sincerity, prompting him to buy it for his son. An ungrateful Frasier finds it difficult to express his feelings. b: 10-Dec-1996 pc: 078 w: Michael B. Kaplan d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. At the 1997 Golden Globes, the show was nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy; Kelsey Grammer for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy; and David Hyde Pierce for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. At the 1997 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy; and both Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce were nominated for Best Male Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 81. Dad Loves Sherry, the Boys Just Whine gs: Jane Kaczmarek (Maureen Cutler) Marsha Mason (Sherry Dempsey) Frasier and Niles deal with Martin's abrasive new girlfriend, Sherry. b: 07-Jan-1997 pc: 082 w: Joe Keenan d: James Burrows NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. Marsha Mason makes her debut as Sherry Dempsey, Martin's new girlfriend. Niles drinks a beer (out of desperation) in this episode! Marsha Mason was nominated for an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 82. Liar! Liar! gs: Carlene Watkins (Susan Rajeski) Saul Stein (John Rajeski) Luck Hari (Waitress) Rosey Brown (Prisoner) Frasier and Niles reminisce about an incident in their prep school days where a fellow classmate was punished for their transgression. Overcome with guilt, Frasier visits the man, now in prison, to try to pinpoint the beginning of his life of crime. b: 14-Jan-1997 pc: 083 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: James Burrows NOTE: This episode was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 83. Three Days of the Condo gs: Marsha Mason (Sherry Dempsey) Dana Ivey (Ms. Langer) Christopher Templeton (Molly) Austin Pendleton (Dr. Dorfman) Frasier fights against the condo board president's tyranny when his plans to install a door knocker are denied. b: 21-Jan-1997 pc: 084 w: Michael B. Kaplan d: David Lee NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 84. Death and the Dog gs: Zeljko Ivanek (Dr. Arnold Shaw) Tom Lagleder (Dr. Stephen Kagen) Patty Duke (Voice of Alice) Eddie feels blue, so Martin hires a dog psychiatrist to determine the cause of his depression. b: 11-Feb-1997 pc: 081 w: Suzanne Martin d: James Burrows NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 85. Four for the Seesaw gs: Megan Mullally (Beth) Lisa Darr (Laura) Andrew Heckler (Dr. Claman) A spontaneous gesture gets the Crane boys a weekend double date with two attractive women. Frasier tries to help Niles overcome the feeling that he's betraying Maris. b: 18-Feb-1997 pc: 085 w: David Lloyd d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. Megan Mullally later won an Emmy as Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy for her work as the fabulous Karen Walker on Will & Grace, which briefly served as a lead-in to Frasier during the 1998-99 season. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 86. To Kill a Talking Bird gs: Patricia Wettig (Stephanie) Rosemary Murphy (Carol Larkin) Nancy Linari (Elaine Hensley) Jack Sydow (Alfred Larkin) Wayne Alexander (Peter Soutendeck) Brandi Burkett (Wella) Lisa Akey (Christine) Niles hosts a party to break in his new apartment. Unfortunately, his new pet bird, Baby, picks the night of the party to attach itself firmly to Niles' head. b: 25-Feb-1997 pc: 086 w: Jeffrey Richman d: David Lee NOTE: Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce appeared as Sideshow Bob and his brother Cecil on The Simpsons two days before this episode aired. There were many references to Frasier in that episode. For his work in this episode, David Lee won the Emmy for Outstanding Directing in a Comedy. The episode was also nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 87. Roz's Krantz & Gouldenstein are Dead gs: Lois Smith (Moira) James Earl Jones (Norman) Eric Roberts (Voice of Chet) Roz comes to be known as the "Angel of Death" after several people die on her while she's helping out at a retirement home. Meanwhile, Frasier begins to wonder about the effect his talk show has on people. b: 11-Mar-1997 pc: 087 w: William Lucas Walker d: Jeff Melman NOTE: The title is a play (no pun intended) on the play "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead." For his work in this episode, James Earl Jones was nominated for both an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy; and an NAACP Image Award as Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 88. The Unnatural gs: Trevor Einhorn (Frederick Crane) Bobby Sherman (Himself) Frederick is coming to visit and he wants to visit Microsoft. Frasier has been unable to book the visit and so takes Frederick to KACL instead. Frederick meets Bulldog and finds out that the KACL softball team is one man down as Roz injured herself during a game. Frederick suggests that his father play, and not wanting to let Frederick down, Bulldog says Frasier is too good for the team. Frederick insists to his father that he should play, since he's "really good." Frasier doesn't want to let his son down and so agrees. Of course, he knows nothing about baseball, so Martin takes him down to the park for some practice. Can Frasier learn how to play in just a few hours? Not very likely... Meanwhile Niles is jealous of his nephew's crush on Daphne, and how much attention she's paying him. b: 01-Apr-1997 pc: 092 w: Michael B. Kaplan d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 89. Roz's Turn gs: Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Kathryn Joosten (Vera) Doug Carfrae (Professor Pete) Roz decides to audition for a radio show when a slot opens up. Frasier unwittingly torpedoes Roz's potential show after an offhand remark to his carnivorous agent Bebe sets her in motion. b: 15-Apr-1997 pc: 091 w: Joe Keenan d: Joyce Gittlin -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 90. Ham Radio gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Richard Easton (Mel White) Hope Allen (Maxine) Jack Betts (Ian) Frasier's ambitious plans to put on a "classic" radio drama are foiled after the actors, perturbed by Frasier's tyrannical style, revolt. b: 22-Apr-1997 pc: 089 w: David Lloyd d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 91. Three Dates and a Breakup (1) gs: Marsha Mason (Sherry Dempsey) Rebeccah Bush (Kimberly Egan) Donna Bullock (Adair Peck) Maria del Mar (Leslie Wellman) Pauley Perrette (Waitress) Jeffrey Corbett (John Coughlin) David Benoit (Voice of Doug) Niles attends a benefit hosted by Frasier in the hopes of meeting an eligible woman. Unfortunately, Niles has to contend with Frasier, the self-professed "babe magnet," who manages to catch the eye of every attractive woman. Frasier calls Norm to gloat. Martin breaks up with Sherry over an inconsequential offense. b: 29-Apr-1997 pc: 093 w: Rob Greenberg d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. Frasier calls his old friend Norm Peterson from Cheers to tell him about his three dates! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 92. Three Dates and a Breakup (2) gs: Marsha Mason (Sherry Dempsey) Rebeccah Bush (Kimberly Egan) Donna Bullock (Adair Peck) Maria del Mar (Leslie Wellman) Pauley Perrette (Waitress) Jeffrey Corbett (John Coughlin) David Benoit (Voice of Doug) After Martin's breakup with Sherry, Frasier realizes that his father didn't really want to leave her, so he uses his professional skills to bring them back together. b: 29-Apr-1997 pc: 094 w: Rob Greenberg d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 93. Daphne Hates Sherry gs: Gregg Berger (Unknown) Marsha Mason (Sherry Dempsey) Roger Keller (Coughing Man) Sherry's meddling in Daphne's personal life hits a new low when she hands out Daphne's phone number to strangers. Daphne makes Niles' dreams come true when she seeks refuge from Sherry at his home. b: 06-May-1997 pc: 095 w: Chuck Ranberg & Anne Flett-Giordano d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 94. Are You Being Served? gs: Alan Wilder (Leo) Michael McFall (Messenger) Luck Hari (Waitress) Gerry Gibson (Tom) Niles seeks counsel from both Martin and Frasier when Maris serves him with divorce papers. b: 13-May-1997 pc: 088 w: William Lucas Walker d: Gordon Hunt -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 95. Ask Me No Questions gs: Cindy Katz (Elise) Irene Olga Lopez (Marta) Luck Hari (Waitress) Niles asks Frasier whether he believes Niles and Maris are meant to be together. Frasier, touched that Niles thinks enough of him to ask him such an important question, ponders it for days, trying hard to give the question the thought it requires. b: 20-May-1997 pc: 090 w: Dan Cohen & F.J. Pratt d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 96. Odd Man Out gs: Linda Hamilton (Laura) Lisa Guerrero (Woman at Airport) Miles Marsico (Johnny) Joshua Greene (Ethan) Carl Reggiardo (Maitre D') Tom Astor (Waiter) Kris Edlund (Amanda) Dulcy Rogers (Woman With Chair) Layne Beamer (Husband) After dining at a "couples" restaurant alone, Frasier realizes the void that single living leaves in his life. He impulsively rushes to the airport to meet a total stranger after she accidentally leaves a message on his answering machine. b: 20-May-1997 pc: 096 w: Suzanne Martin d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. Linda Hamilton also voiced the caller Claire in The Good Son. Lisa Coles makes her first of two appearances as the woman at the airport. When Laura mistakenly leaves the messages about her arrival on Frasier's answering machine, she says she's coming in on American Airlines, Flight 11. That flight was one of the planes that terrorists crashed into the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001, more than four years after the episode aired. Aboard that plane were David Angell, creator and executive producer of Frasier; and his wife, Lynn. At the 1997 Emmy Awards, Frasier won its fourth consecutive award for Best Comedy. Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce received nominations as Outstanding Lead Actor and Supporting Actor in a Comedy; and the series was nominated for Outstanding Casting. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Season 5
97. Frasier's Imaginary Friend gs: Lisa Guerrero (Joanne) Kim Oja (Felicity) Sela Ward (Kelly Easterbrook) Andrew Philpot (Waiter) Leslie Ishii (Stewardess) Frasier returns from Acapulco after a torrid affair with a supermodel/zoologist who's sworn him to secrecy regarding her identity. No one believes Frasier when he finally divulges her identity, instead believing that Frasier's finally lost his marbles. b: 23-Sep-1997 pc: 097 w: Rob Greenberg d: David Lee NOTE: Lisa Coles reprises her role as the woman at the airport, only now she has a name, Joanne. Rob Greenberg won a Writers Guild of America Award for this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 98. The Gift Horse gs: Marsha Mason (Sherry Dempsey) Frasier and Niles compete to buy their father the best birthday present, culminating with Niles buying Martin's old police horse and Frasier giving him a humongous television. b: 30-Sep-1997 pc: 098 w: Ron Darian d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 99. Halloween (1) gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Camille Donatacci Grammer (Eve) Joey Zimmerman (Dracula) Mark Munoz (Dr. Krovitz) Jonathan Fraser (Man at Party) Cindy Crawford (Voice of Dorothy) Everyone attends Niles' literary themed Halloween party, including Roz, who tells Frasier she may be pregnant. b: 28-Oct-1997 pc: 102 w: Suzanne Martin d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: This episode received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Costume Design. Pamela Fryman was also nominated for a Directors Guild of America Award. Camille Donatacci Grammer is Kelsey Grammer's wife. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 100. The Kid (2) gs: Todd Babcock (Rick) Roz decides to keep her baby. Frasier prompts her to talk with the child's father. b: 04-Nov-1997 pc: 103 w: Jeffrey Richman & Suzanne Martin d: Jeff Melman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 101. The 1000th Show gs: Mark Blum (John) Tom W. Chick (Waiter) Melora Marshall (Female Fan) Demene E. Hall (Conductor) Alan Galli (Male Fan) Charlee Baugh (Schoolgirl) The whole town is abuzz over "Frasier Crane Day" as Frasier celebrates his 1000th broadcast with a large outdoor gala. b: 11-Nov-1997 pc: 100 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) & Joe Keenan d: David Lee NOTE: This is the first episode to be primarily filmed on location in Seattle with scenes at the fish market and the Space Needle. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 102. Voyage of the Damned gs: Stephanie Faracy (Mimi) Miguel Perez (Carlos Del Gato) Joe Reynolds (Waiter) Beecey Carlson (Maid) Frasier is delighted to be a handpicked celebrity on a "luxury" cruise until he discovers it's luxurious in name only. Niles and Maris are on the outs after she tells him she'll be vacationing in Switzerland on their anniversary. b: 18-Nov-1997 pc: 101 w: Jeffrey Richman d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 103. My Fair Frasier gs: Lindsay Frost (Samantha) Larry King (Himself) Shirley Prestia (Saleswoman) Beverly Leech (Jennifer) Cyndi Pass (Vanessa) Yasemin Baytok (Cindy) Steeve Arlen (Daniel Gill) Frasier has a relationship with a high-profile criminal defense attorney, in which he finds himself in the more submissive role. b: 25-Nov-1997 pc: 099 w: Jay Kogen d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 104. Desperately Seeking Closure gs: Lindsay Frost (Samantha) Lesley Stahl (Herself) Tom Chick (Waiter #1) Amy Landers (Waitress) Alan Mingo Jr. (Waiter #2) Matt Sullivan (Restaurant Waiter) Nick Mize (Man in Street) Christopher Marshall (Customer) Frasier desperately tries to find out what went wrong when Sam breaks off their relationship. b: 09-Dec-1997 pc: 108 w: Ken Levine & David Isaacs d: David Lee NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 105. Perspectives on Christmas gs: Albert Macklin (Masseur) Conrad Janis (Albert) Brooks Almy (Mother in Elevator) Marilyn O'Connor (Albert's Wife) Jennifer Williams (Woman in Hall) Mark Capri (Man in Hall) Jamie Alexis (Sally) JB Gaynor (Billy) Zachary McLemore (Big Kid) Each member of Frasier's family tells a masseuse all about their eventful day, which includes Martin's participation in a church Christmas pageant and Niles' experience being trapped in an elevator. b: 16-Dec-1997 pc: 106 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: David Lee NOTE: Brooks Almy makes her first appearance as Mrs. Richman, although here she is credited as "Mother in Elevator." Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. The script for this episode has been published in The Frasier™ Scripts. New York: Newmarket Press, 1999 (277–304, illus.). For this episode, Ron Volk won an Eddie from the American Cinema Editors, USA. At the 1998 Golden Globes, the show was nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy; Kelsey Grammer for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy; and David Hyde Pierce for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. At the 1998 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy; and both Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce were nominated for Best Male Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 106. Where Every Bloke Knows Your Name gs: Gabrielle Fitzpatrick (Clare) Ron Dean (Frank) Andrew Dorsett (Young Frasier) Michael Welch (Young Niles) David Manis (Terrence) John LaMotta (Duke) Mark Ryan (Winston) Bill Gratton (Leo) Al Fann (Jimmy) Laurence Lau (Steven) Adrian Neil (Freddy) Paul Cusimano (Waiter) Frasier tags along with Daphne to her favorite pub and realizes he's been missing a Cheers-like atmosphere ever since he left Boston. They find themselves at odds with one another when Daphne insists that Frasier stop frequenting "her" place. b: 06-Jan-1998 pc: 105 w: Rob Hanning d: Jeff Melman NOTE: The title of this episode is based on the Cheers theme song, "Where Everybody Knows Your Name." Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. John LaMotta and Ron Dean reprise their roles of Duke and Frank from previous episodes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 107. Ain't Nobody's Business If I Do gs: Marsha Mason (Sherry Dempsey) Linda Kerns (Policewoman) Tucker Smallwood (Detective) Daphne accidentally finds an engagement ring in Martin's dresser, frightening Niles and Frasier with the spectre of "Stepmother Sherry." b: 13-Jan-1998 pc: 110 w: Jay Kogen d: David Lee NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. Final appearance of Marsha Mason as Sherry Dempsey. The segment where Martin breaks up with Sherry is entitled "Give Me a Ring Sometime." This was the title of the pilot episode of Cheers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 108. The Zoo Story gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Robert Stanton (Ben) Heather Lee (Toffee Macintosh) Amy Landers (Waitress) Palmer Scott (Mr. Twembly) It's re-negotiation time at KACL again. This time Frasier opts for ethics over avarice when he chooses do-gooder agent Ben (whose ideas include naming a bird at the zoo "Frasier Crane") over Bebe. b: 20-Jan-1998 pc: 107 w: Joe Keenan d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. The title is the same as Edward Albee's "Zoo Story." However, the two plots bare little similarity. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 109. The Maris Counselor gs: Bob Dishy (Dr. Schenkman) Amy Van Nostrand (Janice) John Waters (Voice of Roger) Bess Myerson (Voice of Mary) Rob Reiner (voice of Bill) Niles and Maris' new counselor, Dr. Schenkman, advises Niles to inject some spontaneity into their relationship, inspiring Niles to surprise Maris in her bedroom. Niles isn't quite prepared for what he finds. b: 03-Feb-1998 pc: 111 w: David Lloyd d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 110. The Ski Lodge gs: James Patrick Stuart (Guy) Cynthia Lamontagne (Annie) Lisa Robinson (Connie) The Crane household and Daphne's good friend Annie take a weekend trip to a ski lodge, leading to romantic misunderstandings. b: 24-Feb-1998 pc: 114 w: Joe Keenan d: David Lee NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. For his work in this episode, Joe Keenan received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 111. Room Service gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) John Ducey (Waiter) Halle Berry (Voice of Betsy) Lilith comes to Seattle after her husband leaves her for a man, and throws herself at Frasier. Frasier uses all his willpower to resist, but Niles isn't as strong. b: 03-Mar-1998 pc: 113 w: Ken Levine & David Isaacs d: David Lee NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. Ron Volk also won an Eddie from the American Cinema Editors, USA. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 112. Beware of Greeks gs: Patti Lupone (Zora) Joseph Will (Nikos) John Mahon (Walt) Valerie Dillman (Mary Ann) James Gleason (Ed) Lori Harmon (Yvonne) Heide Karp (Crystal) The Cranes are reunited with a branch of the family when Frasier's cousin, Nikos, is getting married. First, Frasier has to soothe old wounds with Martin's sister-in-law, incurred when Frasier urged Nikos to pursue a career in juggling rather than medicine. b: 17-Mar-1998 pc: 112 w: David Lloyd d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. For her work in this episode, Patti LuPone was nominated for an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy. The episode was also nominated for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 113. The Perfect Guy gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Bill Campbell (Dr. Clint Webber) Francois Giroday (Robert) Lindsay Price (Sharon) Doug Budin (Clerk) Jill Clayburgh (Voice of Marie) The whole radio station is buzzing over the incredibly attractive and talented new radio host, Dr. Clint Webber. Frasier tries desperately to find Clint's "Achilles heel," while Martin is thrown out of the only store in Seattle selling Eddie's favorite dog food. b: 24-Mar-1998 pc: 104 w: Rob Greenberg d: Jeff Melman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 114. Bad Dog gs: Peggy Miley (Bernice Briscoe) Robin May Florence (Waitress) Thomas J. Reilly (Father O'Rourke) Peg Stewart (Mrs. McCloud) Christopher M. Brown (Bulldog's Engineer) Robert Ruth (Coach Nugent) Michelle Crispin (Bulldog's Date) Ashley West Leonard (Customer # 1) Jill Matson (Customer # 2) Doug Hance (Joey Katona) Bulldog is falsely hailed as a hero for foiling a coffee shop robbery. Only Frasier knows what really happened, and the adulation heaped on Bulldog eats him up inside. b: 07-Apr-1998 pc: 109 w: Suzanne Martin d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 115. Frasier Gotta Have It gs: Lisa Edelstein (Caitlin) Paul Cusimano (Waiter) Frasier tries to deny that his attraction to a younger woman is purely physical. b: 21-Apr-1998 pc: 116 w: Rob Greenberg d: Dan Butler NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode, even though he directs the episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 116. First Date gs: Caroline Aaron (Phyllis) Bette Rae (Elizabeth) Niles finally decides to ask Daphne out to dinner, but when the moment comes, he can't quite get up the nerve. b: 28-Apr-1998 pc: 118 w: Rob Hanning d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 117. Roz and the Schnoz gs: Jordan Baker (Paula Garrett) Kevin Kilner (Steve Garrett) Amy Landers (Waitress) Roz is horrified to learn that Rick's family has a history of large noses. Meanwhile, Frasier can't bring himself to tell Daphne the earrings he bought for her aren't genuine sapphires. b: 05-May-1998 pc: 119 w: Jeffrey Richman d: Ken Levine NOTE: Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. Kevin Kilner and Jordan Baker are married in real life. This episode was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 118. The Life of the Party gs: Adamo Palladino (Waiter) Claire Yarlett (Vicky) Lynnda Ferguson (Kathy) Susan Wood (Nurse) Leslie Sachs (Tina) Nick De Gruccio (Short Man) Tired of struggling to find dates, Frasier and Niles host a singles party that culminates with Roz giving birth. b: 12-May-1998 pc: 115 w: Suzanne Martin & Jeffrey Richman d: Jeff Melman NOTE: Roz gives birth in this episode to her daughter, Alice May Doyle. Dan Butler does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 119. Party, Party gs: Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Lisa Waltz (Tricia) Marcia Mitzman-Gaven (Allison Landers) James Harper (Karl) John-David Keller (Nigel) It's another raucous night for Frasier, as he needs to be in three places at once; a surprise birthday party, a Safari Club initiation meeting, and a date with a potential soul mate. b: 19-May-1998 pc: 117 w: David Lloyd d: Jeff Melman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 120. Sweet Dreams gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Miguel Sandoval (Mr. Martin) Matt McGrath (Protester) Marsha Kramer (Tooty) Bill Ferrell (Policeman) John McEnroe (Voice of Patrick) Frasier refuses to comply when the new station manager mandates that on-air talent must read commercials during their programs. Frasier leads his forces to "The Black Tower" to protest, reckoning that the might of the on-air talent will force management to accede to their demands. b: 19-May-1998 pc: 120 w: Jay Kogen d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Tom McGowan makes his debut appearance as Kenny Daly, the new station manager. At the 1998 Emmy Awards, Frasier recorded its fifth straight win in the Best Comedy category. Kelsey Grammer won for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy, and David Hyde Pierce for Outstanding Supporting Actor. Jane Leeves was also nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress, and the show received a nomination for Outstanding Casting. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Season 6
121. Good Grief gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Kandis Chappell (Doris) Fran Kranz (Aaron) Marsha Kramer (Tooty) Timothy Omundson (Director) Robert Arce (George) Dawn McMillan (Waitress) Craig Green (Caterer) Frasier goes through the stages of denial after being fired by KACL. Frasier winds his way through the five stages while looking for new employment. b: 24-Sep-1998 pc: 121 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 122. Frasier's Curse gs: Scott Michael Campbell (Mr. Rugly) Tim Monoson (Percy Williams) Doreen Calderon (Amanda) Erika Christensen (Teenager) Ken Daly (Man on Street) Frasier, still unemployed, is hesitant to attend his high school reunion due to what he deems "Frasier's Curse." Every five years, when reunion time comes up, Frasier is temporarily down on his luck; losing his job at KACL is just another symptom of the curse. Frasier fears if he attends, he'll sit at the last table with the chess club barbershop quartet. b: 01-Oct-1998 pc: 122 w: Jay Kogen d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: During the week of October 5 - 9, all of Frasier's cast members showed their favorite episodes. They entitled the series of episodes shown in syndication "Frasier's Choice Awards Week." Here are the episodes each cast member cited: Peri Gilpin: Roz and the Schnoz; John Mahoney: Travels With Martin; Jane Leeves: Daphne's Room (a.k.a. A Room With a View); Kelsey Grammer: Our Father Whose Art Ain't Heaven; David Hyde Pierce: Author, Author. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 123. Dial M For Martin gs: Laura Harring (Rebecca Wendell) When Frasier begins to get on his father's nerves, Martin, Daphne and Eddie move in with Niles for a few months. Daphne announces that since Martin's hip is improving so much, she'll be looking for other employment. Martin soon fears Niles is trying to injure him to keep Daphne around. b: 08-Oct-1998 pc: 124 w: Rob Greenberg d: Ken Lamkin -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 124. Hot Ticket gs: Sally Champlin (Usher) Fritz Weaver (Sir Trevor Aimsley) Natalija Nogulich (Susan Kendall) Francis X. McCarthy (Steve Kendall) James Cunningham (Dr. Rob Mandel) Joe Howard (Ticket Seller) Simon Brooke (Bartender) Lynn Tufeld (Waitress) Frasier and Niles try to score tickets to the hottest play in town without lowering their social standing. b: 15-Oct-1998 pc: 123 w: Jeffrey Richman d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 125. First, Do No Harm gs: Randy Pelish (Customer) Teri Hatcher (Marie) Martin fixes Frasier up with Duke's gorgeous daughter, Marie. Frasier soon begins to fear that the only reason Marie is dating him is to obtain free psychiatric advice. b: 29-Oct-1998 pc: 125 w: Jordan Hawley & William Schifrin d: Sheldon Epps -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 126. Secret Admirer gs: Rosa Blasi (The Waitress) Grace Phillips (Nancy) Cindy Ambuehl (Madeline) Maris sends Niles gifts to try to woo him back. Frasier believes the gifts were sent to him, so he risks a good relationship to try to find his secret admirer. b: 05-Nov-1998 pc: 127 w: Lori Kirkland d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 127. How to Bury a Millionaire gs: Michael McShane (Frank) William Dennis Hunt (Mr. Draper) Niles drives Frasier crazy during a temporary stay with him after he's forced to move out of his palatial abode due to a sudden decrease in cash flow. Frasier tries to help Niles adapt to his new standard of living. b: 12-Nov-1998 pc: 128 w: Lori Kirkland d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 128. The Seal Who Came to Dinner gs: Christopher Durang (Sebastian Melmoth) Catherine Dent (Claudia Kynock) Arnie Burton (Chef Marcel) Marilyn Child (Gretchen Koontz) Raymond Harris Jr. (Officer McClean) Susan Blakeslee (Party Guest) Eugene Lee (Officer Athramis) Susie Park (Pam) Susan Blakeslee (Party Guest) Niles hosts a party at Maris' beach house in the hopes of winning his dinner club's prestigious "Golden Apron" award. Niles panics when he discovers a very pungent--and very dead--seal on the beach. b: 19-Nov-1998 pc: 126 w: Joe Keenan d: David Lee NOTE: During the week of November 16-20, the syndicated Frasier episodes were chosen by the populace in an Entertainment Weekly poll. The five episodes were, in ascending order: To Kill a Talking Bird; The Matchmaker; Breaking the Ice; Frasier's Imaginary Friend; and Moon Dance. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 129. Roz, a Loan gs: Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Marcelo Tubert (Jorge) Tricia O'Kelley (Collette) Frasier obsesses when he feels a $1500 loan he gave Roz is being frittered away. KACL ditches its salsa format and rehires the old crew. b: 10-Dec-1998 pc: 129 w: Janis Hirsch d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 130. Merry Christmas, Mrs. Moskowitz gs: Amy Brenneman (Faye Moskowitz) Jay Harik (Sal) Carole Shelley (Helen Moskowitz) Lombardo Boyar (Delivery Man) Frasier is forced to feign Judaism when his girlfriend's Jewish mother visits. The charade is compounded by the apartment's holiday decor and Niles' participation in a Christmas pageant. b: 17-Dec-1998 pc: 131 w: Jay Kogen d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: For his work in this episode, Jay Kogen won both an Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy and a Writers Guild of America Award. Kelsey Grammer was also nominated for a Directors Guild of America Award. At the 1999 Golden Globes, the show was nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy; and Kelsey Grammer for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy. At the 1999 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy; and both Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce were nominated for Best Male Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 131. Good Samaritan gs: Trevor Einhorn (Frederick Crane) David H. Ferguson (Crystal) Betsy Gardner (Laura Hilton) Ross Gottstein (Wallet Guy) Wendell Wright (Fred) Michael Marino (Patrolman) Eric Ware (Cop) Andrea Andes (Bulldog's Date) Ron Howard (Voice of Stephen) William H. Macy (Voice of Ralph) Frasier doubts humankind's goodness when several charitable acts go wrong...including rescuing a woman from the pouring rain. b: 07-Jan-1999 pc: 132 w: Alex Gregory & Peter Huyck d: Sheldon Epps -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 132. Our Parents, Ourselves gs: Eva Marie Saint (Joanna Doyle) Alice Playten (Bonnie) Rocky McMurray (Shangri-lino) Phil Donahue (Voice of Larry) Marlo Thomas (Voice of Sophie) Frasier sets Martin up with Roz's mother, Joanna. Later, he can't bring himself to tell an enthusiastic Joanna that Martin never wants to see her again. b: 21-Jan-1999 pc: 134 w: Janis Hirsch d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 133. The Show Where Woody Shows Up gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Woody Harrelson (Woody Boyd) Roger Fan (Waiter) Beverly D'Angelo (Voice of Audrey) Frasier's old friend from Boston, Woody, visits. The two have a great time reminiscing but as the week goes on, Frasier realizes they have nothing in common...and Woody won't leave. b: 04-Feb-1999 pc: 135 w: Rob Greenberg d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: A tanned Edward Hibbert (Gil) returns, fresh from his stint filming the cancelled Fantasy Island in Hawaii. Woody Harrelson reprises his role from Cheers. For his work in this episode, Woody Harrelson was nominated for an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 134. Three Valentines gs: Virginia Madsen (Cassandra Stone) Peter Waldman (Violinist) Lawrence Lowe (Waiter) Armando Molina (Mario) Dan Kern (Maitre D') Valentine's Day experiences for Niles, Frasier, and Martin and Daphne comprise this episode. First, Niles' cozy dinner for two at Frasier's apartment is ruined when the couch catches fire. Next, Frasier can't figure out whether his ambiguous dinner companion sees him as a co-worker or a romantic prospect. Finally, Martin and Daphne dine together, commiserating about their loneliness. b: 11-Feb-1999 pc: 136 w: Rob Hanning d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: This episode was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. In addition, Ron Volk won an Eddie from the American Cinema Editors, USA. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 135. To Tell the Truth gs: Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Aloma Wright (Maria) Paul Cusimano (Waiter) Niles dumps his top-notch lawyers for a down and dirty scrapper when Maris moves to postpone their settlement. The new attorney, Donny Douglas, warns Niles that in depositions, Maris' attorneys will be asking about Niles' passion for another woman, Daphne. Niles fears Frasier's compulsive truthfulness will let the cat out of the bag. b: 18-Feb-1999 pc: 130 w: Rob Hanning d: David Lee NOTE: Saul Rubinek makes his debut appearance as Donny Douglas. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 136. Decoys gs: Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Devastated by Daphne's blossoming relationship with Donny, Niles plans for a Crane Boys vacation to his newly acquired (from Maris in the divorce settlement) cabin. Upon learning Roz is still pining for Donny, Niles invites both Roz and Donny to the cabin, hoping to split up Daphne and Donny. When Frasier and Martin arrive earlier than expected, Niles and Roz are forced to pretend to be lovebirds to protect their scheme. b: 25-Feb-1999 pc: 133 w: David Lloyd d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 137. Dinner Party Frasier and Niles plan to host a dinner party to toast Seattle's newest couple. They're concerned after overhearing an errant answering machine recording questioning the Crane boys' relationship. b: 11-Mar-1999 pc: 137 w: Jeffrey Richman d: David Lee NOTE: This is the second episode to be in "real time" (the first was My Coffee With Niles). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 138. Taps at the Montana gs: Rosemary Murphy (Carol Larkin) Jack Sydow (Alfred Larkin) Randy Doney (Dr. MacLowery) Mimi Hines (Mrs. Latimer) Bill Morey (Mr. Probst) Nina Mann (Miss Finn) Fiona Hale (Mrs. Hawkins) Jack Donner (Mr. Hawkins) Niles manages to reacquire his prestigious apartment at the Montana, only to find that the tenant's association is trying to evict him due to his sub-tenant's incessant tap dancing. Niles' attempt to throw a luxurious dinner party to win over the board goes wrong when first his bird, then a guest die. b: 25-Mar-1999 pc: 141 w: David Lloyd d: David Lee NOTE: Rosemary Murphy and Jack Sydow reprise their roles from To Kill a Talking Bird. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 139. IQ gs: Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Carolee Carmello (Jody) David Aaron Baker (Waiter) Howard Shangraw (Auction Official) Phyllis Katz (Woman at Auction) Joseph Lindgren (Dr. Zafrin) Niles and Frasier compete with each other upon discovering the results of a childhood IQ test. Their all-night study sessions ruin their luncheon with three geniuses. b: 08-Apr-1999 pc: 144 w: Rob Hanning & Jay Kogen d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 140. Dr. Nora gs: Bonnie Raitt (Voice of Denise) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Yo-Yo Ma (Tom) Christine Baranski (Dr. Nora Fairchild) Piper Laurie (Mrs. Mulhern) Douglas Owen McDonald (George) Gillian Anderson (Voice of Jenny) Pia Zadora (Jill) A new radio psychiatrist infuriates Frasier with her no-nonsense conservative style. b: 29-Apr-1999 pc: 138 w: Joe Keenan d: Katy Garretson NOTE: Dr. Nora is clear satire on real life right-wing talk show host Dr. Laura Schlessinger. This episode airs rarely in syndication because of the fear of lawsuits. For their work in this episode, both Christine Baranski and Piper Laurie received Emmy nominations as Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy. In addition, Katy Garretson was nominated for a Directors Guild of America Award. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 141. When a Man Loves Two Women gs: Amy Brenneman (Faye Moskowitz) Virginia Madsen (Cassandra Stone) Frasier is unable to choose which women he wants to date, Faye or Cassandra. b: 06-May-1999 pc: 139 w: Alex Gregory & Peter Huyck d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 142. Visions of Daphne gs: Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Sharon Madden (Mrs. Woodson) Martin learns Donny plans to propose to Daphne. Daphne asks Niles for his advice when she "sees" a vision indicating that Donny isn't her soulmate. Niles is torn between his professional ethics and his passion for Daphne. b: 13-May-1999 pc: 140 w: Janis Hirsch & Lori Kirkland d: Robert H. Egan -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 143. Shutout in Seattle (1) gs: Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Amy Brenneman (Faye Moskowitz) Virginia Madsen (Cassandra Stone) Jessica Cauffiel (Kit) Alice Playten (Bonnie) Gregory Jbara (Bartender) Jason Graae (Jack) Niles is lonely and desperate when he realizes he has no romantic prospects while Daphne, Frasier and even Martin are all happy. Niles dates a younger woman and adopts her trendy culture. Meanwhile, Roz takes up with Bulldog, but can't bring herself to dump him after he loses his job at the station. b: 20-May-1999 pc: 142 w: David Isaacs d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. This episode received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 144. Shutout in Seattle (2) gs: Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Virginia Madsen (Cassandra Stone) Amy Brenneman (Faye Moskowitz) Jessica Cauffiel (Kit) Alice Playten (Bonnie) Gregory Jbara (Bartender) Jason Graae (Jack) Frasier talks to Faye about the name confusion, only to run into Cassandra; Martin takes defense when his girlfriend's dog tries to seduce Eddie; Niles tires of his hip girlfriend; Roz dumps the crestfallen Bulldog. In the end, the three Cranes perform a impromtu redition of "Goldfinger" at a local bar. b: 20-May-1999 pc: 143 w: David Isaacs d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Dan Butler leaves the show after this episode, although he will make guest appearances later on in the series. Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. 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Season 7
145. Momma Mia gs: Rita Wilson (Mia) Georgia Emelin (Francesca) Delaina Mitchell (Jessica) Dustin Tragethon (Young Frasier) Sean Cast (Young Niles) Frasier falls for a woman who looks exactly like his late mother. b: 23-Sep-1999 pc: 147 w: Rob Hanning d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Rita Wilson guest-stars on Frasier for the first time. As well as playing Mia, she also plays Hester Crane through home videos seen on the TV. Wilson reprises her role as Hester Crane in the season 9 premiere, Don Juan in Hell. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 146. Father of the Bride gs: Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Loryn Locklin (Sabrina) Greg Callahan (Rev. Franklin) Wilson Bell (Marco) Kipp Shiotani (Delivery Guy) Frasier and Martin inadvertently offer to pay for Donny and Daphne's wedding. Frasier's meddling drives Daphne crazy. Meanwhile, Niles doesn't realize he's dating a prostitute. b: 30-Sep-1999 pc: 145 w: Mark Reisman d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 147. Radio Wars gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) John Ennis (Carlos) Bryan Callen (The Chicken) Dawn McMillan (Waitress) Frasier is the butt of station shock-jock pranks. b: 07-Oct-1999 pc: 146 w: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: Sheldon Epps -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 148. Everyone's a Critic gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Katie Finneran (Poppy) When Niles lands a job as art critic of a magazine, Frasier's jealousy leads him to cozy up to the station owner's annoying daughter in the hopes of getting a new show focusing on the arts. b: 14-Oct-1999 pc: 148 w: Joe Keenan d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 149. The Dog That Rocks the Cradle gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Matt Roth (Ted) Peter Asle Holden (Steven) Roz hires Bulldog to baby-sit her daughter, only to find he's harboring feelings for her. b: 21-Oct-1999 pc: 150 w: Bob Daily d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 150. Rivals gs: Katie Finneran (Poppy) Gigi Rice (Regan) Each brother believes the other is making a move on his newfound woman. b: 04-Nov-1999 pc: 151 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: Katy Garretson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 151. A Tsar is Born gs: Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Robertson Dean (Dr. Myshkin) Neal Lerner (Appraiser) Grace Rowe (Stage Manager) Frasier and Niles are overjoyed to learn they may be Russian royalty. Martin appears on The Antique Roadshow. b: 11-Nov-1999 pc: 149 w: Charlie Hauck d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 152. The Late Dr. Crane gs: Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Rob Leo Roy (Phil) John P. Farley (Records Clerk) Mary Jo Smith (Nurse) Chariesse Lavelle (News Anchor) Susan Merson (Woman in Café) Lauren Cohn (Orderly) A mixup has the media reporting Frasier dead; Niles confronts his ex-wife's plastic surgeon. b: 18-Nov-1999 pc: 153 w: Rob Hanning d: Robert H. Egan NOTE: It is revealed in this episode that Frasier was born in 1952. Jane Adams makes her debut appearance as Dr. Mel Karnofsky. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 153. The Apparent Trap gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Trevor Einhorn (Frederick Crane) When Frederick and Lilith stay for Thanksgiving, Frederick appears to be maneuvering to get Lilith and Frasier back together, though Lilith supposes his actions mean otherwise. b: 25-Nov-1999 pc: 152 w: Dan O'Shannon d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 154. Back Talk gs: Lisa Robinson (Connie) While celebrating his birthday, Frasier inadvertently throws out his back. It becomes so painful that he has to depart from his show just as it starts. Luckily, Daphne is at home to help by giving Dr. Crane a massage. Then, while hearing Frasier talk about her (and sitting in Martin's chair, no less) Daphne believes that Frasier has a crush on her. A talk with Martin further complicates matters. Then, when Daphne finally enters Frasier's room for the backrub, his painkillers affect his better judgment and he explains to Daphne that Niles is smitten with her. Just as he is about to give more information, he falls asleep on his back. b: 09-Dec-1999 pc: 154 w: Lori Kirkland d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Three major milestones in this episode, in chronological order: 1. Frasier has a heart-to-heart conversation with Eddie. 2. Frasier sits in Martin's chair. 3. Daphne learns about Niles' feelings for her. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 155. The Fight Before Christmas gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Frasier plans an extravagant Christmas party. Daphne feels awkward around Niles after learning of his feelings for her. b: 16-Dec-1999 pc: 155 w: Jon Sherman d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Pamela Fryman was nominated for a Directors Guild of America Award for this episode. At the 2000 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast won the award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy; and both Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce were nominated for Best Male Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 156. Rdwrer gs: Anthony Zerbe (Clifford) Rebecca Schull (Betty) Kevin Brief (Cop) Wayne Grace (Farmer) When the Crane Brothers' New Year's plans are dashed by a grease fire at their favorite restaurant, Martin suggests that they take a trip to Idaho in his new Winnebago. From there, everything falls apart when Niles is seperated from the guys at a pit stop and unwittingly steals an RV. b: 06-Jan-2000 pc: 156 w: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 157. They're Playing Our Song gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Christine Kludman (Tiffany) David Thompson (Leon) Tom Brooks (Drummer) Tom Beyer (Singer) Frasier goes overboard when he writes a theme song for his show. b: 13-Jan-2000 pc: 157 w: David Lloyd d: David Lee NOTE: This is the only episode where Kenny calls Frasier "Frasier" rather than "Doc." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 158. Big Crane on Campus gs: Jean Smart (Lorna Lynley) Selma Stern (Neighbor) Frasier goes on a date with a high school classmate who has a short temper. b: 03-Feb-2000 pc: 158 w: Mark Reisman d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Jean Smart makes her debut appearance as Lana, only here she is called Lorna. The name was changed due to legal reasons. For her work in this episode, Jean Smart won an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy. Jean Smart later starred in the sitcom In-Laws, which aired directly before and directly after Frasier at various times during the 2002-03 season. In the credit tag, Roz is in Café Nervosa with Jason, the guy that invited her to his book club. Jason is actually Marshall Coben, who is Jane Leeves' real life husband. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 159. Out With Dad gs: Marg Helgenberger (Emily) Brian Bedford (Edward) Mary Louise Wilson (Helen) An unlikely chain of events forces Martin to pretend to be gay on Valentine's Day. b: 10-Feb-2000 pc: 161 w: Joe Keenan d: David Lee NOTE: The script for this episode has been published in The Very Best of Frasier. London: Channel 4 Books, 2001. Joe Keenan was nominated for a Writers Guild of America Award for this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 160. Something About Dr. Mary gs: Kim Coles (Mary Thomas) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Scott Lowell (Chuck Ranberg) Carla Renata Williams (Louise) Amy Landers (Waitress) Gloria Estefan (Voice of Maria) Isaac Mizrahi (Voice of Gabe) Roz takes a week of vacation, leaving Frasier in need of a temporary producer. He is reluctant to turn to his usual substitute because the man has a speech impediment. Frasier decides to use a broadcasting student, and settles on Mary Thomas, a woman who chose radio as her career after taking some night school courses. Mary is initially shy and afraid to speak on the air, but Frasier urges her to contribute. She soon takes over, constantly interrupting Frasier and contradicting his advice with her own no-nonsense approach. She annoys Frasier further by referring to herself as "Dr. Mary." Frasier insists that he hasn't asked her to stop because she is a beginner and he doesn't want to squash her enthusiasm. Martin feels that the real reason is that Mary is black and Frasier is afraid that she will think he is racist. After Mary ends up as his co-host (and won't allow him a word in edgewise), Frasier finally tells her how he really feels about her performance. Mary is understanding, and reveals that she has gotten her own show on another station. Meanwhile, Niles inadvertently injures Daphne while trying to demonstrate his kickboxing skills. He takes over her duties while she recuperates, and Martin and Daphne take advantage of his guilt. b: 17-Feb-2000 pc: 159 w: Jay Kogen d: Wil Shriner NOTE: Mary tells a caller that it is all right to call her "Dr. Mary" because "Latifah's not really a queen." Kim Coles starred with Queen Latifah on the Fox sitcom Living Single. For her work in this episode, Kim Coles was nominated for an NAACP Image Award as Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 161. Whine Club gs: Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Anita Gillette (Mrs. Wojadubakowski) Anthony Heald (Corkmaster) Richard Stretchberry (Virgil) Frasier's hopes to be elected cork master of the wine club are dashed when Niles' girlfriend, Mel, convinces Niles to run against his brother. The whole Crane household vows not to tell Niles what they really think of Mel. b: 24-Feb-2000 pc: 160 w: Bob Daily & Jon Sherman d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 162. Hot Pursuit gs: Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Tom Gottlieb (Waiter) Frasier and Roz are forced to room together at a broadcasting conference. Niles worries when Martin accepts a surveillance job from Donny. b: 23-Mar-2000 pc: 163 w: Charlie Hauck d: Sheldon Epps -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 163. Morning Becomes Entertainment gs: Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Carlos Jacott (Matt) Ilo Orleans (Stage Manager) Karen Hensel (Bethany) Frasier and Bebe fill in as guest hosts on television's A.M. Seattle. Frasier finds the spotlight so appealing he may forsake his radio duties for a permanent job on television. b: 06-Apr-2000 pc: 166 w: Rob Hanning & Jay Kogen d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: The title parodies "Mourning Becomes Electra." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 164. To Thine Old Self Be True gs: Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Gigi Rice (Regan) Rachel York (Dinah) Greg Zerkle (Doorman) As Frasier attempts to throw a bachelor party for Donny, complications arise when he is literally attached to a stripper and Maris learns of Niles' relationship with Mel. b: 27-Apr-2000 pc: 162 w: Dan O'Shannon d: Robert H. Egan -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 165. Three Faces of Frasier gs: Nastassja Schmiedt (Girl in Line) Skye McCole Bartusiak (Girl with Drawing) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Robert Loggia (Stefano) Lilyan Chauvin (Mama) Gene Lythgow (Maitre D') Frasier is honored when a classy local restaurant chooses a caricature of him to go on their "wall of fame," but Frasier obsesses when the drawing isn't quite to his liking. b: 04-May-2000 pc: 165 w: Jon Sherman d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 166. Dark Side of the Moon gs: Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofksy) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Kelly Miller (Holly) S. Epatha Merkerson (Dr. McCaskill) Dendrie Taylor (Paris) Janice Kent (Neighbor) Barbara Sharma (Donny's Mom) John David Conti (Donny's Dad) Jonathan Bruce (Judd) Daphne is overcome with rage when her mooching brother visits for the wedding. She also begins to believe that Niles may be more than just a friend. b: 11-May-2000 pc: 164 w: Lori Kirkland d: David Lee NOTE: This episode was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. Anthony LaPaglia also received a nomination as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. In addition, Ron Volk was nominated for an Eddie by the American Cinema Editors, USA. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 167. Something Borrowed, Someone Blue (1) gs: Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Brooks Almy (Mrs. Richman) Daphne becomes extremely depressed the week before her wedding, and cannot stop crying. Niles tells Frasier that he is having second thoughts about his relationship with Mel. Frasier suggests that he still might have feelings for Daphne, but Niles denies it. Daphne confesses to Frasier that she knows how Niles feels about her, and that she might feel the same way. Frasier encourages her to talk to Niles as soon as possible, but she has to wait a few days because he has gone away with Mel. Niles returns and shocks Martin with the announcement that he and Mel have eloped. He tries to hide this from Daphne so as not to upstage her wedding, but she soon finds out. She puts on a brave face, but is devastated. b: 18-May-2000 pc: 167 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) & Joe Keenan d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Some sources initially cited the episode title as the generic "Season Finale." The script for this episode has been published in The Very Best of Frasier. London: Channel 4 Books, 2001. Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series, and was nominated for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. Joe Keenan and Christopher Lloyd were nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy, and won a Writers Guild of America Award. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 168. Something Borrowed, Someone Blue (2) gs: Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Teri Ralston (Miss Carney) Tom Byrd (Tim Webb) Rob Klingman (Bartender) Anthony Montgomery (Waiter) Cameron Dye (Nigel Moon) Frasier does not see Daphne again until everyone arrives at the hotel for her wedding. He offers his sympathy about Niles, but she claims that she was just suffering pre-wedding jitters. Frasier doesn't believe her. Martin warns him not to interfere unless he is absolutely sure that it is the right thing. Frasier observes Niles and Daphne sharing a dance after the rehearsal dinner, and realizes that they are obviously in love. He takes Niles upstairs to talk, and tells him about Daphne's feelings. A panicked Niles is unsure of what to do. He tries to talk to Daphne alone, but everyone keeps interrupting them. He finally tells her that he loves her and would leave Mel to be with her. Just as he asks how she feels about him, her family bursts in and takes over the room. Niles and Daphne take refuge on the balcony. She kisses him passionately and admits that she loves him, but then rejects him because she thinks it would be too hard to undo their commitments. The next day, Niles hides out in the Winnebago because he cannot stand to see Daphne get married. He is stunned when Daphne appears in her wedding dress and asks him for a date. They flee the scene in the Winnebago. b: 18-May-2000 pc: 168 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) & Joe Keenan d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. First appearance of Gertrude Moon, Daphne's mum. 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169. And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon (1) gs: Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Jeremiah Morris (Photographer) Tim Edward Rhoze (Delivery Man) Stephanie Nash (Party Guest) Karen Kondazian (Adrianna Pettibone) Following on from where last season's finale left off, Niles and Daphne drive off in the Winnebago, but decide to go back and face the music. They tell Donny and Mel that they are in love with each other and naturally Donny and Mel are upset. Daphne and Roz are sending back the wedding presents (despite the efforts of Simon to keep them for himself) when there's a knock on the door. It's a deliveryman. On behalf of Donny, he's brought flowers for Daphne - and a lawsuit. Donny is suing Daphne for leaving him at the altar! Frasier goes to see Donny and tells him that he too was left at the altar (by Diane Chambers in Cheers); but when Donny finds out Frasier's involvement in getting Niles and Daphne together, he adds Frasier to the lawsuit. Meanwhile Mel has revenge on her mind as well... b: 24-Oct-2000 pc: 171 w: David Angell & Peter Casey d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: The script for this episode has been published in The Very Best of Frasier. London: Channel 4 Books, 2001. Originally broadcast as a part of a one-hour episode. This episode was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. Pamela Fryman was also nominated for a Directors Guild of America Award. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 170. And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon (2) gs: Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Jeremiah Morris (Photographer) Tim Edward Rhoze (Delivery Man) Stephanie Nash (Party Guest) Karen Kondazian (Adrianna Pettibone) Niles is forced to postpone his first romantic date with Daphne due to his marriage obligations with Mel. He has to attend their phony wedding reception and act happy about it so Mel can grant him the divorce. During the party, Mel tells him he can't be seen in public with Daphne while they're still officially married. This comes as a great turn off for Daphne, who thinks Niles is taking Mel's side on the whole thing. Frasier, now threatened to be sued by Donny for revealing to Daphne how Niles felt about her, decides he's done too much harm to the story and no longer wants anything to do with it. But Frasier Crane is Frasier Crane, and he can't help himself. With some help of Martin, he convinces Daphne to go out with him while Martin takes Niles out. They take the two to the roof, where Frasier set a dinner table and a very romantic environment. Just because they can't be seen in public doesn't mean they can't have their romantic dinner. b: 24-Oct-2000 pc: 172 w: David Angell & Peter Casey d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 171. The Bad Son gs: Tushka Bergen (Miranda) Eddie Carroll (Lee) Mary Ostrow (Francine) Kevin Dean Williams (Bus Driver) When Frasier's car breaks down, he and Roz decide to take the bus. There, Frasier spots an attractive woman whom he tries to start a conversation with, but unfortunately he slips and falls and the woman leaves the bus. But Frasier won't give up so easily: he overheard her conversation with a friend and now he knows her name and job, so he goes after her. She works in a retirement home, where Frasier takes his father to, pretending they're interested in having Martin live there. Frasier scores his date, but spends the entire time worrying about his father when Miranda tells him his father filled an application – later to be discovered that it was only done so Martin could play poker with the residents. Meanwhile, Niles and Daphne are separated during their romantic dinner on the roof when Niles gets locked in the hall. b: 31-Oct-2000 pc: 169 w: Rob Hanning d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: In the opening scene, one of the signs in the bus is for Café Nervosa. While they are in the plane at the beginning of the Planes, Trains and Visiting Cranes episode of Wings, Frasier's pet name for Lilith is "my love," the exact same one that Niles and Daphne settle for at the of this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 172. The Great Crane Robbery gs: Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Alan Tudyk (Todd Peterson) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) James Whitson (Andrew) Elizabeth Alley (Margaret) Sean Smith (Chip) Kyme (Lucy) Frasier tries to make good impression on the new station owner and ends up becoming his mentor. The guy is a young Sillicon Valley billionaire who has more money than society expertise, and seeks on Frasier the help he needs to enter the high society lifestyle without embarrassing himself. But Frasier sees his dream job go down the drain when Todd starts copying everything about him: his clothes, his furniture, etc. Frasier then decides that perhaps he should be the one changing styles, but doesn't find anything that relates to him as much as his old furniture. Lastly, Frasier receives the worst news of all: Architectural Digest is doing a cover story on Todd's apartment. Meanwhile, Niles struggles to be a royal pain in the ass in front of Mel's society friends, as a part of her deal to give him the divorce, but his bad behavior actually brings good results and only makes him look even better for her friends. b: 14-Nov-2000 pc: 170 w: Gayle Abrams d: Katy Garretson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 173. Taking Liberties gs: Jane Adams (Dr. Mel Karnofsky) Victor Garber (Ferguson) Nicholas Hormann (Alan Murchie) Francis Guinan (Ted Fischer) Noel Conlon (Henry Worth) B.J. Ward (Diane Murchie) Heather Ehlers (Lois Fischer) Frasier hires an authentic English butler after his original boss passes away, achieving one of his many fancy dreams. Ferguson is great with the Cranes, and it doesn't take him long to start giving his opinions on the family routine. First he gives hints to Frasier on how he can charm opera board members and perhaps even get invited to join them. After that he warns Daphne about employee/employer relationships and how the social barrier is never broken. He helps Frasier organize a fancy dinner party, and Mel unexpectedly shows up, ruining once more Niles and Daphne's plans of being together. When Mel agrees on spending New Year's with some friends in the company of Niles, he draws the line and breaks up the entire marriage scam they were carrying on. Mel is devastated, and Daphne, relieved. Seeing that true love between boss and help can exist, Ferguson resigns to chase after someone he cared deeply, but never had the courage to do anything due to the social barriers. b: 21-Nov-2000 pc: 176 w: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: For his work in this episode, Victor Garber was nominated for an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 174. Legal Tender Love and Care gs: Anthony Holiday (Computer Guy) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Teri Polo (Abby) Barbara Sharma (Mrs. Douglas) Kevin C. Loomis (Best Man) Frasier starts dating the lawyer who is defending Daphne and him against Donny's lawsuit. b: 28-Nov-2000 pc: 177 w: Saladin K. Patterson d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 175. The New Friend gs: Gary Cole (Luke Parker) Magdalena Zielinska (Luke's Date) Frasier makes friends with Roz's new boyfriend, but when they break up Frasier hides from Roz that he's still hanging out with the guy. Roz gets back together with Luke and feels ashamed to tell Frasier about it since he was so supportive when they broke up. They keep the circle of secrets until they both get locked in Luke's closet and witness Luke making out with another girl. They both feel bad for lying to each other and accidentally get pushed out of the closet when Roz inflates Luke's boat. Meanwhile, Martin is mad at Niles because Niles put Eddie in a kennel while he was away instead of taking him to his house as planned. b: 05-Dec-2000 pc: 175 w: Bob Daily d: Scott Ellis -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 176. Mary Christmas gs: Kim Coles (Mary Thomas) Stephen King (Voice of Brian) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) JD Roberto (Father (uncredited)) Wolfgang Puck (Voice of Tom) Bess Armstrong (Kelly Kirkland) Peter Haskell (Bob Vernon) Donovan Scott (Santa) Karl T. Wright (Producer) Pam Levin (Woman at Parade) Frasier learns that Dr. Mary will be his co-host for the annual Christmas parade. b: 12-Dec-2000 pc: 173 w: Eric Zicklin d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: At the 2001 Golden Globes, Kelsey Grammer won the award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy. The show was nominated for Best Television Series, Musical or Comedy; and both David Hyde Pierce and John Mahoney were nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television. At the 2001 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy; and both Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce were nominated for Best Male Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 177. Frasier's Edge gs: Devika Parikh (Emcee) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Rene Auberjonois (Professor Tewksbury) Randall Rapstine (Sheldon) Michael A. Shepperd (Merrill) Neil Simon (Andy) Owen Duffy (Waiter) Frasier is delighted to hear that he's been awarded a lifetime achievement award, but freaks out after he receives flowers from his mentor with a card that doesn't say exactly what he hoped. Moments before the awards dinner, Frasier goes down to his mentor's office and confronts him about the reason he wrote what he did in the card, and soon beings a ride of self-analysis and looks back on his life, wondering why he feels so empty despite all his achievements. Meanwhile, Martin tries to reassure Niles he's just as good a psychiatrist as Frasier, even though he's not receiving any awards, and Roz wonders why Daphne is putting on so much weight. b: 09-Jan-2001 pc: 174 w: Jon Sherman , Dan O'Shannon d: David Lee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 178. Cranes Unplugged gs: Trevor Einhorn (Frederick Crane) Michael Philip (Jack Belcher) Richard Gleason (Hans) Caitlin Lara Bennett (Melody) Melissa Etheridge (Voice of Cleo) Freddy returns and Frasier takes him and Martin on a camping trip. b: 16-Jan-2001 pc: 181 w: Lori Kirkland d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 179. Motor Skills gs: Dave (Gruber) Allen (Randy) Pamela Dunlap (Shirley) Katherine Disque (Chelsea) Kelvin Yu (Copy Guy) Frasier and Niles decide to enter an auto repair class after they embarrass themselves in front of their respective dates when their car breaks down and the women show more knowledge on engines than them. After falling behind on the course, they start to study frantically, until Roz suggests they simple coast the course. Of course the two take it too seriously and get kicked out of class. Meanwhile, Martin is overprotective of Roz's new puppy, which creates a conflict between them. b: 30-Jan-2001 pc: 179 w: Eric Zicklin s: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: Pamela Fryman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 180. The Show Must Go Off gs: Derek Jacobi (Jackson Headley) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Patrick Macnee (Cecil Headley) Ben Livingston (Stage Manager) Ray Porter (Dwayne) Jonathan Adams (Fire Marshal) Milan Dragicevich (Klingon) Alan Heitz (Fan) Niles and Frasier accidentally hire a bad actor for a play. b: 06-Feb-2001 pc: 182 w: Mark Reisman d: Robert H. Egan NOTE: Daphne is not in this episode; she "has the flu." This is due to Jane Leeves taking maternity leave. For his work in this episode, Derek Jacobi won the Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 181. Sliding Frasiers gs: Michael G. Hawkins (Emcee) Bernadette Peters (Rachel) JD Roberto (Robert) Charlotte Ross (Monica) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Heather McDonald (Judy) Jon Curry (Mike) Two different scenarios of Frasier's Valentine's Day unfold: in the first he meets a beautiful artist; in the second he stays home alone. Meanwhile, Niles and Daphne either intend to fly to Hawaii or to stay home because of Niles' allergies. b: 13-Feb-2001 pc: 178 w: Bob Daily & Dan O'Shannon d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: The script for this episode has been published in The Very Best of Frasier. London: Channel 4 Books, 2001. The title and premise of this episode refer to the Gwyneth Paltrow film "Sliding Doors," in which two versions of the future unfold depending on whether or not she boards a subway train before the doors close. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 182. Hungry Heart gs: Illeana Douglas (Kenny's Wife) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Julie Dretzin (Janis) Mario Soto (Waiter) Frasier intercedes to save station manager Kenny's marriage. b: 20-Feb-2001 pc: 180 w: Lori Kirkland d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: At the end of this episode, Daphne leaves for the "fat farm" due to the excessive weight she has gained. In real life, this was to cover Jane Leeves' pregnancy, and she will be on maternity leave for the next few episodes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 183. Hooping Cranes gs: Valarie Pettiford (P.R. Woman) Philippe Durand (Jean-Pierre) Lisa K. Wyatt (Sonics Fan) Edward James Cage (Bartender) Frasier, Niles and Martin go to a Supersonics game, where Niles gets to make a half-court shot during halftime. b: 27-Feb-2001 pc: 183 w: Jon Sherman d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Jane Leeves does not appear in this episode. This episode was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 184. Docu.Drama gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) John Glenn (Himself) Rob Moore (B.K.) Tom Slovick (Ed) Kate Luhr (April) Hal Prince (Fred) Roz asks Frasier to narrate her space documentary. b: 06-Mar-2001 pc: 184 w: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: David Lee NOTE: Jane Leeves does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 185. It Takes Two to Tangle gs: Barbara Babcock (Penelope Janvier) John Michael Higgins (William) Michael Canavan (Reggie) Damara Reilly (Estelle) James Oliver (Waiter) Charles Janasz (Spencer) Candace Edwards (Party Server) Frasier and Niles look for a wealthy person to donate money to their closing prep school. Martin starts to date a very wealthy woman and the Crane brothers want to ask her for a donation. However, Martin finds ways to screw up the arrangement by dating multiple women at the same time. b: 27-Mar-2001 pc: 185 w: Rob Hanning d: Wil Shriner NOTE: Jane Leeves does not appear in this episode. In this episode, Roz asks Niles how Daphne is doing at the weight loss spa, and Niles says that Daphne has lost "9 pounds, 12 ounces." This is referring to the weight of the baby that Jane Leeves had just had in real life. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 186. Forgotten But Not Gone gs: Charles Cioffi (Endicott) Jennifer Coolidge (Frederica) David Norońa (Lance) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Jonathan McMurtry (Reynolds) Richard Stretchberry (Hefflewhite) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Now that Frasier has landed a segment on Gil's gastronomic show about wine, he's ready to resign the Wine Club, just as Niles takes over the presidency duties. When no member from the club calls in his show, Frasier fears Niles is plotting against him in a vindictive sort of way, which is proven to be true when he finds out Niles forbid the members to call Frasier's show. The two start a fight and it takes Martin to yell at them in front of everybody so they will peace up again. Lastly, they get so embarrassed that they both quit the wine club and start their own. Meanwhile, Martin struggles with his new, hard-working physical therapist, Frederica. b: 17-Apr-2001 pc: 186 w: David Lloyd d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: Jane Leeves does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 187. Daphne Returns gs: Bryan McMillen (Patient) When Daphne returns from her weight loss class, she realizes Niles didn't notice that she had gained weight because of how he remembered her being the last seven years. Meanwhile, Roz writes a children's book based on a story her mother used to tell her, but finds out it is already a book and a movie. b: 01-May-2001 pc: 187 w: Dan O'Shannon & Bob Daily d: Pamela Fryman NOTE: This episode puts a scene with Frasier and Niles with scenes involving Niles and Daphne from past episodes: Dinner at Eight, Moon Dance and First Date. This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. Ron Volk was also nominated for an Eddie by the American Cinema Editors, USA. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 188. The Wizard and Roz gs: Rene Auberjonois (Professor Tewksbury) Benjamin Stephens (Student) Fisher Stevens (Dr. Morey) Frasier catches his mentor in a bathrobe with Roz. Niles doesn't believe Daphne is psychic, so she calls a spookologist. b: 08-May-2001 pc: 192 w: Saladin K. Patterson d: Sheldon Epps -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 189. Semi-Decent Proposal gs: Jean Smart (Lana Gardner) Patricia Clarkson (Claire) J. Paul Boehmer (Neil) Brian Klugman (Kirby) Michael Rothhaar (Party Guest #1) Lynndi Scott (Party Guest #2) Frasier must take Lana to her surprise birthday party, but he takes interest in Claire. b: 15-May-2001 pc: 188 w: Lori Kirkland d: Katy Garretson NOTE: This episode and A Passing Fancy were put together to form an hour-long episode in the United States at the last minute, hence the two titles, two writers and two directors. It was felt the second episode did not stand on its own well enough, and that viewers needed to see the previous episode to understand what was going on. Jean Smart reprises her role as Lorna Lynley, only now she is called Lana Gardner for legal reasons. Jean Smart won her second straight Emmy for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy for this role. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 190. A Passing Fancy gs: Christian Aubert (Maitre D') Jean Smart (Lana Gardner) Jonathan Ficcadenti (Kirby's Friend) Patricia Clarkson (Claire) Brian Klugman (Kirby) Lana promises to set up Frasier with Claire if he tutors Kirby, Lana's teenage son. Kirby agrees to study hard if Frasier can get him a date with Roz. b: 15-May-2001 pc: 189 w: Jon Sherman d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 191. A Day in May gs: Gloria LeRoy (Mrs. Smolenski) Jean Smart (Lana Gardner) William Biff McGuire (Mr. Smolenski) Patrick Breen (Phillip) Mark Durbin (David) Mary Joan Negro (Joanne) Steve Stapenhorst (Board Member #1) Tom Verica (Jim) Mark Withers (Board Member #2) Cyndi Martino (Board Member #3) Niles becomes jealous when Daphne meets a dog lover. Lana becomes interested in Frasier when she tries to close a house sale. Martin meets a mystery woman. b: 22-May-2001 pc: 191 w: Eric Zicklin & Lori Kirkland d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: This is the first time that Martin's assailant is shown. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 192. Cranes Go Caribbean gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Jean Smart (Lana Gardner) Patricia Clarkson (Claire) Bernard K. Addison (Waiter) Regi Davis (Hotel Manager) Terry Hoyos (Hostess) Frasier is horrified when he learns Martin, Niles and Daphne are going to accompany him on his trip to Belize with Claire. b: 22-May-2001 pc: 190 w: Mark Reisman & Rob Hanning d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Art Direction for a Multi-Camera Series. At the 2001 Emmys, Frasier received a nomination for Best Comedy. 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Season 9
193. Don Juan in Hell (1) gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Jean Smart (Lana Gardner) Shelley Long (Diane Chambers) Patricia Clarkson (Claire) Brian Klugman (Kirby) Brian Kerwin (Bob) Bernard K. Addison (Waiter) Lisa Darr (Laura) Morgan Nagler (Kristi) Christopher Reed (Clerk) Ted Lyde (Maintenance Guy) Frasier has trouble deciding whether to date Claire or Lana, so he seeks the opinion of anyone he can find. b: 25-Sep-2001 pc: 193 w: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. Cheers had a fourth season episode with a similar title, Don Juan is Hell. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 194. Don Juan in Hell (2) gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Gigi Rice (Regan) Jean Smart (Lana Gardner) Shannon Tweed (Dr. Honey Snow) Shelley Long (Diane Chambers) Patricia Clarkson (Claire) Rita Wilson (Hester Crane) Brian Klugman (Kirby) Brian Kerwin (Bob) Dina Waters (Nanette "Nanny G" Guzman) Claire Stansfield (Kristina) Lisa Waltz (Tricia) Claire Yarlett (Vicky) Tushka Bergen (Miranda) Lindsay Frost (Samantha) Cynthia Lamontagne (Annie) Still trying to decide whether to date Claire or Lana, Frasier is confronted by Diane and Lilith in a dream sequence. b: 25-Sep-2001 pc: 194 w: Lori Kirkland d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Dedicated as follows: "In loving memory of our friends Lynn and David Angell." Both died in the September 11th terrorist attacks. In one scene Frasier opens the door of the cabin and there are lots of women there. They all wave and smile, saying, "Hi Frasier!" etc. Frasier shuts the door. Lilith asks, "What was that?" and Frasier says, "It's every woman I've ever dated!" Although this isn't quite true, nine actresses who have played girlfriends of Frasier were called to the stage for that five-second shot. The late actress Nancy Marchand, of The Sopranos, originally played Hester Crane on Cheers. Originally broadcast as part of a one-hour episode. Dina Waters plays Frasier's ex-wife Nanny G in this episode. She was originally played by Emma Thompson in the Cheers episode One Hugs, The Other Doesn't. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 195. The First Temptation of Daphne gs: Sherilyn Fenn () Mary Hart (Herself) Michelle Stafford (Heather) Vic Chao (Assistant) A woman who is a wealthy business executive and a patient of Niles' has a crush on him, so Daphne looks through his patient files and goes to meet her to find out if they are having an affair. Meanwhile, Frasier and Martin try to catch a cricket loose in the apartment. b: 02-Oct-2001 pc: 196 w: Gayle Abrams d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: The last episode featured Frasier's subconscious, this one has Daphne's. Mary Hart "tells" Daphne to look through Niles' briefcase. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 196. The Return of Martin Crane gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Tom Irwin (Frank) Byrne Offutt (Joe) Lisa Arning (Nurse) Mary Jo Mecca (Waitress) Martin remembers his last days as a cop while on his way to his new job. b: 09-Oct-2001 pc: 197 w: Dan O'Shannon and Bob Daily d: David Lee NOTE: Could Frank (Tom Irwin) be the younger version of the Frank played by Ron Dean earlier in the series? Martin starts his new job as a security guard in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 197. Love Stinks gs: Tony Goldwyn (Roger) Bernard Zilinskas (Dennis) Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Jill Talley (Cheryl) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Frasier hosts a party for the staff at the radio station to improve his image. Meanwhile, Roz dates a garbageman and Niles recalls his childhood memories with Daphne. b: 16-Oct-2001 pc: 198 w: Saladin K. Patterson d: Katy Garretson NOTE: Roz starts dating Roger in this episode, beginning her longest relationship on the series. Ashley Thomas makes her debut as Alice Doyle, Roz's daughter. It is the first time that three-year-old Alice has actually said anything on the show, hence it is the first time someone is credited as playing her. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 198. Room Full of Heroes gs: Steven Anthony Lawrence (Kid) Soren Fulton (Justin) Hope Cruickshank (Alice May Doyle) Tess Cruickshank (Alice May Doyle) Frasier holds a "Dress as Your Hero" Halloween party, but nobody can tell who he is. Meanwhile, Niles dresses as Martin, Daphne as Elton John, Martin as Joe DiMaggio and Roz as Wonder Woman for the party. b: 30-Oct-2001 pc: 195 w: Eric Zicklin d: Wil Shriner NOTE: For his work in this episode, Steven Anthony Lawrence was nominated for a Young Artist Award for Best Guest-Starring Performance in a Television Comedy Series by a Young Actor. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 199. Bla-Z-Boy gs: James Oliver (Waiter) Lamont Thompson (Delivery Man) An accident causes a mess on Frasier's carpet and the destruction of Martin's chair. Meanwhile, Niles gives piano lessons to talented Roz and not-so-talented Daphne. b: 06-Nov-2001 pc: 199 w: Jon Sherman d: Robert H. Egan NOTE: This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 200. The Two Hundredth gs: Bill Gates (Himself) Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Adam Arkin (Tom) Larry Gelbart (Joe) Allison Janney (Phyllis) Jennifer Jason Leigh (Estelle) Bobby Short (Warren) Frasier celebrates his 2000th radio broadcast and has tapes of every broadcast, except one. But it turns out an obsessive fan has the tape. b: 13-Nov-2001 pc: 200 w: Rob Hanning d: David Lee NOTE: Bill Gates appears and promotes his new product, Microsoft Windows XP. This is the real 200th episode. To celebrate, a special clip show hosted by Bob Costas was shown afterwards. The episode ran about 37 to 40 minutes, and the clip show filled out the hour. Because of this, the episode has more cuts than usual when airing in syndication. Former series regular Dan Butler guest-stars as Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe. Noel Shempsky does not actually say anything, he just waves to Bill Gates. Apparently they are "old friends." For his work in this episode, Adam Arkin was nominated for an Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 201. Sharing Kirby gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Brian Klugman (Kirby) Devon Michaels (Lucius) Frasier and Niles compete to see some rare wine, owned by a rich relative of Kirby's girlfriend. Meanwhile, Martin must wear a blood pressure monitor. b: 20-Nov-2001 pc: 201 w: Heide Perlman d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 202. Junior Agent gs: Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Kristin Chenoweth (Portia Sanders) Chris Berg (Dr. Zach) Frasier gets an annoying new agent in the middle of a competition between him and a rival radio broadcaster. b: 27-Nov-2001 pc: 202 w: Bob Daily d: Scott Ellis -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 203. Bully for Martin gs: M. Emmet Walsh (Rich Koechner) Robert Picardo (Charlie Koechner) Derek Anthony (Paul) Andy Garcia (Terrance) Jay Karnes (Corporate Guy) Martin's boss at his new job bullies him, so Frasier decides to try and solve the problem. b: 11-Dec-2001 pc: 203 w: Eric Zicklin d: Stuart Ross NOTE: Martin tells Rich about the time his chair was thrown off the balcony, which happened in the episode Bla-Z-Boy. At the 2002 Golden Globes, the show was nominated for Best Television Series, Comedy or Musical; and Kelsey Grammer was nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in Television Series, Musical or Comedy. At the 2002 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy; and both Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce were nominated for Best Male Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 204. Mother Load (1) gs: Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Brian Stokes Mitchell (Cam Winston) When Daphne and Niles decide to move in with each other, Daphne's mother and Simon arrive on a surprise visit. Daphne and Niles decide to put off moving in together until her visiting relatives are gone. Meanwhile, Frasier feuds with Cam Winston, his neighbor, over where Cam parks his large vehicle. b: 08-Jan-2002 pc: 204 w: Lori Kirkland d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: First appearance of Cam Winston, though he was mentioned in The Fight Before Christmas. For his work in this episode, Anthony LaPaglia won the Emmy as Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 205. Mother Load (2) gs: Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Brian Stokes Mitchell (Cam Winston) Brooks Almy (Mrs. Richman) Mark Capri (Mr. Williams) Conrad Janis (Albert) Camille Carida (Loretta) Daphne and Niles continue to try and hide the fact that they have moved in with each other from Mrs. Moon. She makes such a mess of things that the only way she will leave is if Simon takes care of her, but Simon has left for California. Meanwhile, Frasier's neighbor Cam drapes the American flag over his balcony, and Frasier cannot complain because it would seem unpatriotic. b: 15-Jan-2002 pc: 205 w: Lori Kirkland d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Brooks Almy, Mark Capri and Conrad Janis all reprise their characters from Perspectives on Christmas. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 206. Juvenilia gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Brian Klugman (Kirby) Lindsay Crouse (Peg) Taylor Handley (Trent) Brian T. Finney (Andy) Casey Strand (Emily) Patrick Cavanaugh (Ryan) Regina McMahon (Lucy) Freddie Prinze Jr. (Voice of Mike) To attract youth to his radio show, Frasier appears on KACL's Teen Scene. But the high school host only ridicules him. b: 22-Jan-2002 pc: 206 w: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: Katy Garretson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 207. The Proposal gs: Dan Bucatinsky (Jewelry Clerk) Juanita Jennings (Suzy) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Lindsay Crouse (Peg) Tony Cox (Angel #1) Wolfgang Puck (Himself) Mark Povinelli (Angel #2) Niles plans on proposing to Daphne, so he prepares his speech; buys a ring; and hires a choir, a string quartet, a trumpet player and Wolfgang Puck. But Daphne's mother is still staying with them, and on the night Niles plans to propose, Daphne begins to feel ill. b: 05-Feb-2002 pc: 207 w: Rob Hanning d: Wil Shriner NOTE: Wolfgang Puck also voiced the caller Tom in the season 8 episode Mary Christmas. This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 208. Wheels of Fortune gs: Michael Keaton (Blaine Sternin) Kari McGee (Audience Member #1) Richard Redlin (Audience Member #2) Janet Song (Audience Member #3) Frasier is suspicious of Blaine Sternin, Lilith's former-con artist brother, when he visits in a wheelchair and is now preaching. b: 26-Feb-2002 pc: 209 w: Ken Levine and David Isaacs d: Jerry Zaks -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 209. Three Blind Dates gs: Nick Kiriazis (Clint) Allison Janney (Suzanne) Bellamy Young (Lisa) Bridgette Wilson (Kris) Michael Panes (Clerk) Kiran Rao (Dry Cleaners Guy) Michael Powers (Jason) Craig Nigh (Graham) Michael Medico (Harry) Matthew Huhn (Bartender) Niles sets Frasier up with Lisa, a patient who owns a bookstore, but they never run into each other. Roz sets Frasier up with Suzanne, an artist, who ends up hating Frasier. Martin sets Frasier up with Kris, an attractive girl from his building, who seems to know every man at the bar. But Frasier later runs into and hits it off with Lisa. b: 05-Mar-2002 pc: 210 w: Gayle Abrams d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 210. War of the Words gs: Josh Wise (Warren Clayton) Naomi Judd (Lillian) Philip Casnoff (Dr. Bernard Gaston) Trevor Einhorn (Frederick Crane) Jeff Perry (John) Morgan Davis (Amanda) Frederick wins the National Spelling Bee, but the judges find that Frasier was mouthing the letters of the words during the competition. b: 12-Mar-2002 pc: 208 w: Saladin K. Patterson d: Sheldon Epps -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 211. Deathtrap gs: Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Cameron Bowen (Young Frasier) Chase Armstrong (Young Niles) Hal Landon Jr. (Lasskopf) Alex Morris () James Oliver (Barista) Frasier and Niles return to their childhood home and recall what they believe to be a murder. b: 02-Apr-2002 pc: 211 w: Jon Sherman d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Ashley Thomas returns as Alice. Cameron Bowen and Chase Armstrong are the 3rd set of actors to play young Frasier and Niles. They were played by Andrew Dorsett and Michael Welch in Where Every Bloke Knows Your Name; and by Dustin Tragethon and Sean Cast in Momma Mia. This episode was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Cinematography in a Multi-Camera Series. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 212. The Love You Fake gs: Brian Stokes Mitchell (Cam Winston) Emily Yancy (Cora Winston) Steve O'Connor (Joe) James Oliver (Waiter) Frasier is still fighting with his neighbor Cam Winston, so Martin and Cam's mother pretend to be in love. b: 09-Apr-2002 pc: 216 w: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: Katy Garretson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 213. Cheerful Goodbyes gs: John Ratzenberger (Cliff Clavin) Rhea Perlman (Carla Tortelli) George Wendt (Norm Peterson) Paul Willson (Paul) Philip Perlman (Phil) Raye Birk (Walt Twitchell) Rufus Wainwright (Voice of Jeremy) On his show one day, Frasier tells his caller Jeremy that Niles used to wet the bed. Although he doesn't mention Niles by name, Niles and most of Seattle realize who Frasier was talking about. Niles is of course angry with Frasier. A few days later the Cranes, plus Daphne, head to Boston. Frasier is giving a speech at a conference and Niles will be making the introduction. At the airport, Frasier meets his old friend Cliff Clavin, who thinks Frasier has come for his retirement party. Not wanting to disappoint Cliff, Frasier says that's what he's here for...much to Niles' annoyance, as he has booked seats at an exclusive restuarant. At the party, Martin bonds with Frasier's friend Norm Peterson, Daphne is fascinated with Cliff's stories and Frasier is enjoying telling everyone what it is like to be famous. Only Niles is not having a good time, until Carla, the waitress from Cheers, tells him some embarrasing stories about Frasier, which Niles decides to use in his introduction. Cliff however is wondering if retiring and moving to Florida is the right thing to do... b: 30-Apr-2002 pc: 214 w: Heide Perlman d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger and George Wendt reprise their roles from Cheers. Kirstie Alley (as Rebecca) is the only surviving cast member who has never reprised his or her role on Frasier. Carla mentions how much alike Frasier and Niles are. David Hyde Pierce has said that he based Niles on Frasier in his early days on Cheers. Paul Willson, Philip Perlman and Raye Birk also return to their popular recurring Cheers characters, to add further tribute to a sitcom legacy that currently spans 20 years. Writer Heide Perlman and guest star Rhea Perlman are sisters. And their dad Philip Perlman plays Phil in this episode! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 214. Frasier Has Spokane gs: Bill Hayes (Sully) Catherine Bruhier (Cathy) Daryl Hannah (Voice) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Scott Hamilton (Himself (voice)) Joe Flaherty (Herm) Leo Marks (Frank) When Frasier radio show becomes syndicated in Spokane and replaces the local radio icon's show, his callers are angry. b: 07-May-2002 pc: 212 w: Eric Zicklin d: Wil Shriner -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 215. The Guilt Trippers gs: Bobby Brewer (Curtis) Brian Cox (Harry Moon) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Suzanne Cryer (Denise) Ted King (Craig) Marcia Ann Burrs (Aunt Pearl) As a birthday present, Niles surprises Daphne with a trip to Hawaii for two. However, Mrs. Moon falls into a state of total despair about her failed marriage, and Daphne feels bad about leaving her alone for the weekend. Niles hatches a plan to reunite Daphne's parents and get Mrs. Moon out of the apartment. He convinces a reluctant Daphne to take her mother on the trip, and secretly heads to England to track down Daphne's father. Niles hopes to at least convince Mr. Moon to come to the U.S. and give Daphne away at the wedding. He finds him at a bar, but Mr. Moon doesn't take too kindly to the idea of reconciling with his wife. Roz, depressed about her break-up with Roger, stays at the apartment to hang out with Frasier after Daphne's party. They end up sleeping together. Roz leaves in a panic the next morning, but promises that they will get together for dinner to talk things over. She promptly skips town and nixes plans for Frasier to join her at her family reunion in Wisconsin. Fearing that their friendship might be damaged beyond repair unless he takes immediate action, Frasier flies to Wisconsin anyway. The family mistakes him for Roger, and Roz is touched when Frasier plays along and helps her impress her family (which usually looks down on her). Roz and Frasier go outside to talk, and promise that they will always be close. b: 14-May-2002 pc: 213 w: Lori Kirkland d: Wil Shriner NOTE: Bryan Cox received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 216. Moons Over Seattle gs: Brian Cox (Harry Moon) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Jarion Monroe (Henri) Joseph Sikora (Man in Bar) Christopher Shea (Barfly #1) Ian Patrick Williams (Barfly #2) Jamieson Price (Barfly #3) Niles eventually persuades the reluctant Mr. Moon to come to the U.S. and talk with his wife. He is prepared to leave immediately after Mrs. Moon rejects him, but Niles convinces him to stay for a while. Daphne is furious at Niles for interfering, as she feels her parents would eventually work out their problems on their own. She criticizes Niles for acting without consulting her. Niles and Daphne convince the Moons to join them for a romantic dinner. The plan works initially, but the couple soon gets into a brawl. Mr. Moon talks with Daphne and tells her that he and Gertrude are not going to reunite. A devastated Daphne fears that there is no point to marriage, but her father assures her that Niles is the right man for her. He cites the lengths Niles was willing to take to please Daphne as proof that he loves her much more than Mr. Moon ever loved Gertrude. Daphne realizes that he is right, and heads over to see Niles. She stuns him by telling him that she wants to marry immediately, and they head off to elope. Meanwhile, Frasier and Roz discuss their night together through the use of comment cards at Cafe Nervosa. b: 21-May-2002 pc: 215 w: Bob Daily d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: At the 2002 Emmy Awards, Kelsey Grammer and David Hyde Pierce were nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor and Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy. The show was also nominated for Outstanding Casting. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Season 10
217. The Ring Cycle gs: Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Saul Rubinek (Donny Douglas) Ron Canada (Judge Anderson) Sam Johnson (Reno Officiant) Twink Caplan (Bridget) Hira Ambrosino (Judge Stern) Niles and Daphne elope in Reno. Roz calls Daphne while Niles is paying the officiant, and Daphne tells her what is going on. Niles and Daphne return to Seattle and try to share the big news with the family, but Frasier and Martin interrupt and start talking about how hurt they would be to miss the couple's wedding. Hoping to spare their feelings, Niles and Daphne keep the fact that they are married a secret and decide to tie the knot again in a courthouse ceremony in a few days. Daphne's mother becomes very upset with them for refusing to marry in a church, and refuses to attend. They plan on postponing the ceremony, but decide to go through with it because Daphne is tired of pretending that they aren't married. Mrs. Moon later apologizes and says that she wants to attend whatever type of ceremony they have. They head to the courthouse for another civil ceremony, where they run into Donny and his fiancée. After Niles fumbles over his vows because he has said them so many times, Daphne calls the whole thing off because she doesn't want to make a travesty of the event. Donny believes she is dumping Niles, and makes a fool of himself by taunting him. They explain that they are already married. Everyone else is angry at the couple for deceiving them, but Martin points out their selfishness and suggests that they just be happy for Niles and Daphne and let them go on their honeymoon. b: 24-Sep-2002 pc: 217 w: Jon Sherman d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Frasier executive producer Sam Johnson plays the Reno Officiant. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 218. Enemy at the Gate gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Luis Guzman (George) Karen Kim (Motorist #1) Tony Pasqualini (Motorist #2) Damian D. Lewis (Motorist #3) Kila Kitu (Motorist #4) Anna C. Miller (Motorist #5) Morocco Omari (Tow Truck Driver) Billy Bean (Voice of Jerry) Charles Busch (Voice of Mark) Leelee Sobieski (Voice of Sheila) Frasier drives Niles back from a shopping excursion. Just as they enter the parking garage, Frasier suddenly realizes that the clock in his car is incorrect and that he is going to be late for his show. He enters the garage, then immediately leaves. He is furious when the attendant says that he owes two dollars (the fee for parking for twenty minutes or less), and decides to park his car at the gate until his twenty minutes is complete. He refuses to allow Niles to pay for him because he thinks he is taking an important stand. All of the motorists become irate because Frasier is keeping them trapped in the garage. Niles disagrees with Frasier, but reluctantly stays with him to show his support. Even after he is offered several chances to leave without paying, Frasier refuses to move. The attendant calls a tow truck, and is prepared to bring in the police. Niles points out that Frasier has a habit of being stubborn and trying to force everyone to agree with him. He finally persuades him to leave before the twenty minutes is up. As he pays, Frasier gets himself in more trouble with a long-winded speech. Roz must fill in for Frasier while he is at the garage. After Kenny encourages her to take some calls, her advice to one caller inadvertently exposes the fact that she slept with Frasier. Meanwhile, Eddie has an unusual reaction as Daphne moves the rest of her belongings out of Frasier's apartment. She realizes how much Martin is going to miss her, and sets up a regular outing for the three of them. b: 01-Oct-2002 pc: 221 w: Lori Kirkland d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 219. Proxy Prexy gs: Conrad Janis (Albert) Mark Vann (Paul) Brooks Almy (Mrs. Richman) John Wesley (Jerry) Don Tiffany (Swinger) Marilyn Tokuda (Cecilia) Frasier is desperate to finally win the presidency of the condo board after several unsuccessful attempts. However, he admits that he has no chance because he has rubbed all of the board members the wrong way at one time or another. He decides to capitalize on his father's easy-going demeanor and ability to get along with others by having Martin run against him. Frasier plans to have Martin carry out his agenda. Martin agrees to go along with this, so long as Frasier promises to help arrange for wider parking spaces in the garage. Martin is elected and becomes an immensely popular president, but soon grows tired of Frasier calling all the shots. After Frasier doesn't immediately make good on his promise for the wider spaces, Martin backs out of the deal, as he believes that he can run the board on his own. He soon finds that he is in over his head, as residents become annoyed with the complications created by the new spaces. Frasier covers for him, so Martin publicly gives him credit for his ideas. The board members turn on Frasier and accuse him of using his father, prompting an angry Martin to quit as a show of support for Frasier. Meanwhile, Daphne begins to study in the hopes of passing her citizenship test. Niles and Daphne tease Roz relentlessly after a misunderstanding over a fruit salad causes her to believe they are asking her to engage in a threesome. b: 08-Oct-2002 pc: 218 w: Chris Marcil d: Cynthia J. Popp -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 220. Kissing Cousin gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Zooey Deschanel (Jen Doyle) Bradley Whitford (Voice of Stu) Frasier is surprised to learn that Kenny has never unpacked the boxes in his office because he views all of his jobs as temporary. Roz's younger cousin Jen comes to stay with her for the week. She is extremely cynical and opinionated, and quickly gets on Frasier's nerves. Jen remembers Roz as a fun and energetic person, so Roz has to go out partying with her every night so that her cousin will not think she has become boring. However, their outings quickly leave Roz worn out and longing for sleep. After Jen sets off Frasier by putting down Sigmund Freud, Roz sends her off with Kenny while she tries to calm Frasier. Kenny and Jen, surprisingly, take a liking to one another. Kenny admits that he longs to escape from his humdrum life and see the world. He expresses an interest in joining Jen on her planned trip to Vietnam, but she says that she always travels alone. A weary Roz tells Jen to stop trying to goad her into acting like she is still twenty. She goes off on a tirade to a caller who doesn't want to commit to his girlfriend, and states that there is nothing wrong with acting one's age. Her words about commitment and maturity stir Kenny, who decides that he is satisfied with his life. He finally unpacks his boxes. Meanwhile, Martin annoys Frasier by refusing to do his share of the chores. Frasier and Martin, still accustomed to having Daphne do their cooking and cleaning, wind up tricking Daphne and Niles into waiting on them. b: 15-Oct-2002 pc: 222 w: Eric Zicklin d: Scott Ellis -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 221. Tales From the Crypt gs: Steven Anthony Lawrence (Jason White) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) JD Cullum (Donald) Kathe Mazur (Beverly) Emory Livers III (Courier) Zachary Kranzler (Todd) James Oliver (Barista) Darion Basco (Zombie #2) Lia King (Employee) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Dan O'Shannon (Janitor (uncredited)) Frasier is infuriated when Bulldog successfully pulls several practical jokes on him. He vows to get revenge, and plots an elaborate prank that he takes way too seriously. Martin and Roz predict that he will fail because he is terrible at carrying out pranks. Frasier seeks the help of an unlikely ally to prove them wrong. Meanwhile, Mrs. Moon wages a prank war of her own against a trick or treater who eggs Niles' door after he forgets to buy Halloween candy. b: 29-Oct-2002 pc: 219 w: Saladin K. Patterson d: David Lee NOTE: Executive producer Dan O'Shannon has an uncredited role as the janitor at the end of the episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 222. Star Mitzvah gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Trevor Einhorn (Frederick Crane) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Corey Fischer (Rabbi Gendler) Frederick prepares for his bar mitzvah. Frasier is honored when his son asks him to give a blessing at the event, and decides to learn his speech in Hebrew. Noel offers to help him if Frasier gets him Scott Bakula's autograph at a sci-fi convention. Noel needs it to complete his collection of autographs of the Star Trek captains, but cannot get it himself because of William Shatner's pesky restraining order against him. Frasier makes other plans with Niles and is unable to make it to the convention in time. When Noel expresses anger, Frasier suggests that he "grow up" and stop obsessing over science fiction. Noel gets revenge by teaching Frasier the blessing in Klingon instead of Hebrew. He later discovers that Frasier has left him a thoughtful gift and a thank you note, and tries in vain to warn him. Lilith embarrasses Frederick during the bar mitzvah by sharing humiliating stories about his childhood; and suffering a breakdown over the fact that he is growing up. Frasier's Klingon speech leaves him even more humiliated, until a friend translates it. Frederick is touched by his father's words. Meanwhile, Daphne is bemused to finally learn of Niles' long-ago one-night stand with Lilith; and Martin repeatedly terrorizes everyone with a camera that features the world's brightest flash. b: 05-Nov-2002 pc: 224 w: Sam Johnson d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: This episode aired at 9:30 PM because of a special 90- minute Fear Factor. In this episode, Frederick's middle name is revealed to be Gaylord. Frederick was born November 1989 on Cheers. He turned 11 in January 1999, yet is back to his original age of 13 in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 223. Bristle While You Work (1) gs: Ana Gasteyer (Trish Haney) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Joseph Kell (Doctor) James Oliver (Barista) Dominic Rambaran (The Other Niles) Robyn Johanna (The Other Daphne) Niles becomes concerned about a lingering toothache after his dentist assures him that there is nothing wrong with the tooth. He tells Roz that there is a chance that he may be suffering from referred pain; and that the pain could actually be a sign of a heart condition. Roz mocks him upon learning that there is only a one in 10,000 chance of this. However, Niles worries even more after experiencing a series of astonishingly improbable events--such as having his car struck by lightning, and twice winning a contest from a bottled water company for which there is only one winner in 10,000. He goes to see a doctor, who confirms his worst fears by telling him that he must be hospitalized immediately due to an irregularity in his EKG. Meanwhile, Frasier has difficulty finding a suitable housekeeper to replace Daphne. Martin is impressed by a young woman who is a sports fan; and insists on hiring her, in spite of Frasier's objections. However, she proves to be totally irresponsible, and rarely even shows up for work. Martin tries to handle all of her duties himself so that he won't have to admit that Frasier was right about her. b: 12-Nov-2002 pc: 225 w: Tom Reeder d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Edward Hibbert returns as Gil Chesterton after being absent throughout all of season 9. Ana Gasteyer previously filmed an appearance as a physical therapist for Door Jam, but that episode wound up being shelved. It was reworked and aired three months after its originally scheduled October air date, without her subplot. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 224. Rooms With a View (2) gs: Denise Iketani (Dr. Ling) Daniel Davis (Dr. Shafer) Judith Scott (Colleen) Alice Dodd (Surgical Nurse) Steve Kehela (Orderly #1) Brandon Johnson (Orderly #2) Greg Callahan (Doctor) Kendall Schmidt (Young Frasier) Murphy Giller (Young Niles) Michael Kropeck (Toddler Frasier) Kelli Kirkland (Nurse) Niles prepares to undergo heart bypass surgery. He is surprised to receive a call wishing him well from Maris, who had learned of his plight from a gossipy acquaintance. Frasier tries to keep Roz and the family at ease by researching the procedure (as well as the doctors' backgrounds) and printing out detailed descriptions for everyone. However, he winds up getting on the surgeon's nerves by questioning his approach to the operation. Martin tries to act as though everything is fine so that he doesn't have to deal with the fear and uncertainty of the situation. Roz tries to help the terrified Daphne stay calm. She refuses to think of other things, stating that she has no future until she knows that Niles is all right. Niles' drug-induced comment about the possibility of hospitals having "memories" about their patients prompts everyone to think back on past experiences in that hospital, from Niles' birth to a time that Roz mistook lipstick on Alice's cheek for a rash. Daphne grows more and more tense as they await word on the surgery. When Martin and Frasier repeatedly bicker about a candy bar stuck in the vending machine, Daphne smashes the machine with a fire extinguisher. She breaks down crying, and everyone does their best to console her. Niles' surgery goes even better than expected, and he begins his recovery. A relieved Daphne is finally able to bring herself to think about their future. b: 19-Nov-2002 pc: 223 w: Dan O'Shannon , Lori Kirkland, Bob Daily d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: This episode marks the return of Maris. During this episode, there are flashbacks to the following years: 1957 - Niles' birth 1966 - Niles breaks his leg 1985/6 - Hester Crane dies Early 1990s - Maris scene 1998/9 - Roz & Alice scene 2008? - the next generation! This episode won the Emmy for Outstanding Editing in a Multi-Camera Series and received a nomination for Outstanding Cinematography for a Multi-Camera Series; and Ron Volk was nominated for an Eddie by the American Cinema Editors, USA. In addition, Dan O'Shannon, Lori Kirkland and Bob Daily won a Writers Guild of America Award. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 225. Don't Go Breaking My Heart (3) gs: Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) John Turturro (Voice of Grant) Niles recovers rapidly from his heart surgery and receives the go-ahead from doctors to resume normal activities, but seems reluctant to do this. He maintains his strict post-operative diet, and refuses to exercise or share a bed with Daphne. He annoys everyone by constantly going around making speeches about his near-death experience and how much he appreciates life. Frasier refuses to argue with Niles because he promised God that he would never quarrel with his brother again if he recovered from his sickness. The frustration of having to agree with everything Niles says begins to drive Frasier crazy, especially when Niles starts monopolizing his radio show to give his own advice to callers. Frasier believes he has found a way to back out of his promise after he learns that Daphne had already made her own deal with God. In the meantime, Martin talks with Niles about the feelings he experienced after his shooting, and forces his son to overcome his fears and go on with his life. b: 26-Nov-2002 pc: 226 w: Bob Daily d: Jerry Zaks -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 226. We Two Kings gs: Dean Cain (Rick) James Oliver (Waiter) Kaileigh Martin (Twinkle) Rick Fitts (Supervisor) Hanna Watanabe (Margie) Niles and Daphne want the family's Christmas celebration to take place at their apartment, but Frasier voices his objections. He has hosted the gathering since moving back to Seattle, and feels that Niles is trying to steal his thunder. Even after Martin suggests splitting the festivities between the two homes, the brothers refuse to come to an agreement. Martin becomes so fed up that he agrees to work on Christmas Day. Niles and Frasier feel ashamed of their actions, and decide to surprise their father at work. They secretly switch the fake presents under the tree at Martin's building with the family's gifts. However, Martin's sympathetic supervisor gives him the day off, and the presents wind up locked inside the vacant building. Although they can't open the gifts until the next day, Martin is still touched by their efforts. Meanwhile, Roz works as an elf for a Christmas toy drive at the mall, and becomes attracted to the man playing Santa. When Roz is unimpressed after meeting the man away from work--even though he is gorgeous and has a great job--Daphne suspects that Roz actually has a crush on Santa Claus. b: 10-Dec-2002 pc: 227 w: Patricia Breen d: Jerry Zaks NOTE: At the 2003 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 227. Door Jam gs: Hal Sparks (Receptionist) Sarah Shahi (Reservationist) Monica McSwain (Facialist) W. Scott Strassner (Attendant) Annie Wersching (Esthetician) Frasier mistakenly receives some of Cam Winston's mail, including a mysterious invitation to an exclusive locale. Frasier and Niles are surprised to have been left out of the loop about this new hot spot, and become obsessed with finding out more information. Frasier heads to the address on the invitation, but cannot get the receptionist to tell him anything. Niles finally shows up and poses as Cam, and is told that the business is a spa. He and Frasier enjoy all of the amenities, but are disturbed to learn that the spa has a "gold level" area to which they are denied access. They constantly complain about being left out. Roz believes that they only care about the gold level because they are not allowed there, but uses her connections to a senator who has a membership to get them inside. The brothers are appeased, until they spot a platinum door. They ignore an attendant's warning and barge through the door, but aren't too happy with the result. Meanwhile, Daphne ruins Martin's enjoyment of The Rockford Files when she says that he reminds her of Rockford's father, rather than the title character. b: 07-Jan-2003 pc: 220 w: Heide Perlman d: Scott Ellis NOTE: This episode was originally scheduled to air October 8, 2002, but was pulled to undergo some retooling. In a post to the newsgroup alt.tv.frasier, executive producer David Lee said that the original subplot --which featured Ana Gasteyer as a physical therapist observing the techniques Daphne used with Martin--hadn't turned out as well as they had hoped. Gasteyer instead appeared as housekeeper Trish Haney in Bristle While You Work, which aired in November 2002. David Hyde Pierce had to be hospitalized when he fell off a gurney and hit his head during the filming of this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 228. The Harassed gs: Felicity Huffman (Julia Wilcox) Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Mike Judge (Van) Paul F. Tompkins (Steve) Kendall Clement (Plumber) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) KACL hires financial analyst Julia Wilcox to give stock market reports during the final ten minutes of Frasier's show each day. She quickly annoys everyone with her arrogance and overall disdain for her co-workers. Frasier believes that her attitude is just a cover for her insecurity, as she was forced out of a national cable job in disgrace after writing a book that featured poor advice that wound up costing many investors huge sums of money. Frasier tries to reach out to Julia, but she wants nothing to do with him. Frasier continually rants and raves about her, prompting his family to suspect that he is attracted to her. Frasier and Julia get into a heated argument, and he mistakenly believes she wants him. When he suggests this, she pulls away in disgust. Julia filed a wrongful termination suit against her last employer, so Kenny assumes that she will sue Frasier and the station for sexual harassment. He tries to avoid this by forcing everyone to attend a sexual harassment prevention seminar, where Bulldog and Noel nearly come to blows over a bewildered Roz. A bored Julia reveals that she has no intention of filing a suit, as it would be humiliating to go to such trouble over a small market station. She agrees to put this in writing, so Kenny lets everyone go home. Frasier sees through Julia's act and gets her to admit that she has lost confidence in her abilities. They come to an understanding and decide to slowly work toward a friendship. Meanwhile, Niles runs into difficulties when an office remodeling forces him to see patients in his and Daphne's apartment. b: 14-Jan-2003 pc: 230 w: Chris Marcil d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: While trying to get Julia to confide in him, Frasier refers to his suicide attempt in the Cheers episode The Girl in the Plastic Bubble. Frasier suddenly exclaiming, "Are you as turned on as I am?" during his argument with Julia is an homage to a famous Sam/Diane fight scene on Cheers. Sam said the same line to Diane before they finally kissed. (As a related inside joke later in the episode, Bulldog tells Frasier that "No one has said 'turned on' in twenty years.") Writer Chris Marcil worked with guest-star Mike Judge as a writer for Beavis and Butt-head. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 229. Lilith Needs a Favor gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Brent Spiner (Albert) Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Kevin Chamberlin (Guy in Waiting Room) James Oliver (Barista) Laurel Green (Flight Attendant) David Boyd (Waiter) Frances Callier (Nurse) Lilith comes to Seattle, and tells Frasier that she would like to have another child. She wants him to father the child through artificial insemination so that Frederick could have a full-sibling. Frasier is hesitant to go along with this, so Lilith tries to manipulate him by bringing up touching stories from Frederick's childhood. She says that creating another person as wonderful as Frederick would be the best possible legacy they could leave. Frasier agrees to do it, much to the surprise of his family. When Frasier and Lilith argue at the clinic, he begins to fear that their second-born could inherit all of their worst qualities. He believes that they are trying too hard to re-create the past. He doesn't feel this would be a good reason to bring a child into the world. Frasier worries that Lilith is missing something from her life. However, she seems to make a connection with a fellow passenger, whom she had first met on the trip to Seattle, during her flight home. Meanwhile, Daphne, Roz, Mrs. Moon and Alice embark on a road trip to a Canadian amusement park, with disastrous results. Niles obsesses over a blurry photograph at the end of a roll, which he believes to be an illicit photo of Daphne. He is more than a little disturbed when he discovers the truth. b: 04-Feb-2003 pc: 232 w: Lori Kirkland d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Albert was said to be pale through flight sickness as a joke on the part of the writers because Brent Spiner had worn heavy white/silver makeup for over 15 years for Star Trek: The Next Generation and its subsequent movies. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 230. Daphne Does Dinner gs: Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Harve Presnell (Mike Shaw) Ann Cusack (Antonia) Paul Schulze (Alex) Scotch Ellis Loring (Jeremy) Matthew Yang King (Thad) Christopher Lawford (Bill) Nana Visitor (Sharon) Booth Colman (Mr. Slobodkin) Michael Weston (Ice Sculptor) Joshua Fardon (Luke) Nino Del Prete (Chef Etienne) Mim Drew (Mimsy) Niles and Frasier plan a party to celebrate the unveiling of a painting that Niles has just purchased. However, Daphne notes that every event the brothers host inevitably ends in disaster. She suggests that Niles instead host the party with her. Frasier is hurt to learn that he will be excluded, and says that he will not even attend the party. Daphne believes that she has everything under control, but things quickly begin to unravel. Alice writes her name in crayon on the painting. Daphne remains calm, and gives Roz the name of a man whom Niles uses to restore artwork. However, the game hens catch fire in the meantime. The caterers are too busy to replace them, so Daphne must turn to Frasier for help. He comes over to assist with the food preparation, but must hide in the pantry whenever Niles comes in the kitchen so that his role will remain a secret. Frasier becomes angry when he overhears Niles and others complimenting the food and saying how much better off they are without Frasier's involvement. Mike Shaw, the artist responsible for the painting, shows for the party after earlier declining his invitation. He doesn't care for the stuffy guests, and decides to go upstairs and watch pay-per-view boxing with Mrs. Moon. Niles hears a couple's description of Shaw (white-haired man in a flannel shirt using a cane) and assumes they have him confused with Martin. The couple who met Shaw has to leave. Martin arrives to bring Frasier some dishes, and winds up having to pose as Shaw for the other guests. Roz asks Daphne to stall the unveiling because the art restorer is painfully slow. Niles insists that dinner must be served immediately. He discovers Frasier, and they begin to argue, leading to more chaos. Daphne tries her best to salvage the evening, but an unexpected event prompts her to give up. Frasier consoles her by telling her that the disastrous party means she is officially part of the family. b: 11-Feb-2003 pc: 229 w: Heide Perlman d: Katy Garretson NOTE: Ann Cusack's brother John provided the voice of a caller in the fourth season episode Our Father Whose Art Ain't Heaven. This episode was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Sound Mixing in a Comedy Series or Special. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 231. Trophy Girlfriend gs: Scout Taylor-Compton (Gym Girl) Bob Hoskins (Coach Fuller) Jeanne Tripplehorn (Chelsea Gray) Felicity Huffman (Julia Wilcox) Jack Brewer (Jim) Amanda Corday (Campbell) Nadine Donahue (Waitress) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Tired of being humiliated in his club's annual squash tournament, Niles ditches Frasier and pairs with a younger partner. A P.E. teacher named Chelsea asks Frasier to team with her in the mixed doubles competition. They win the championship. Martin is overjoyed that one of his sons has finally earned a trophy for athletics. Niles winds up begging for Frasier to take him back after his new partner yells at him on the court. Frasier assumes that the tournament's conclusion means the end of his relationship with Chelsea, but they soon begin dating. Niles is surprised that Frasier would date a P.E. teacher after all of the abuse the brothers endured in gym class as children. When Frasier goes to Chelsea's school to pick her up, he sees her berating one of the students. This causes him to have flashbacks, and he can no longer look at Chelsea without seeing his old gym teacher, Coach Fuller. Frasier tries to convince Chelsea to be more sensitive to the children. Meanwhile, Frasier tries to persuade Roz and Julia to be more civil to one another. They cannot find any common ground, until they realize how much they enjoy insulting each other. b: 18-Feb-2003 pc: 231 w: Saladin K. Patterson d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 232. Fraternal Schwinns gs: Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Felicity Huffman (Julia Wilcox) Emily Yancy (Cora Winston) Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Mario Prado (Bike Clerk) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) KACL organizes a bike-a-thon to raise money for AIDS research. Frasier plans to just make a financial donation, but is goaded into participating after Julia announces her intention to take part. Daphne suggests that she and Niles also enter the event. Frasier and Niles try to hide the fact that neither of them knows how to ride a bike, and hope that they can figure it out before the bike-a-thon. After the truth comes out, Daphne tries to help them, but finds that it isn't easy. Meanwhile, Martin receives a frosty response from Cam Winston's mother, Cora, when she comes to the building to visit her son. When he asks why she never called, he learns that Mrs. Moon posed as his girlfriend and scared her away. Martin explains the situation, but Cora already has a boyfriend. A furious Martin gives Mrs. Moon the silent treatment, but she eventually goes to Cora to make amends. b: 25-Feb-2003 pc: 233 w: Sam Johnson d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: The reappearance of the Scheerblad-7xk. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 233. Kenny on the Couch gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Alan Cumming (Ahmrit) Mary Kowalski (Trudy) Laura Linney (Voice of Mindy) Kenny becomes extremely depressed after his divorce is finalized. Frasier offers to refer him to another psychiatrist, but Kenny says that he would prefer to discuss his problems with Frasier. Frasier reluctantly agrees, but doesn't take any money. Frasier is thrilled about getting to work with a patient again, and quickly delves into Kenny's childhood issues and cites them as the source of his relationship problems. Kenny remains depressed, so Martin lets him tag along to McGinty's. They have a good time drinking and hanging out. Kenny decides to follow Martin's advice and start getting out of the house so that he can take his mind off his problems. He tells Frasier that he doesn't want to come in to see him anymore. Frasier is furious with Martin, and takes issue with his father's comments about psychiatry. However, Martin finally reminds him that Kenny is far from the only person with problems, and suggests that Frasier start treating patients again. Meanwhile, Niles and Daphne begin practicing yoga with an instructor who caters to Seattle's elite. Although he won't admit it, Niles grows jealous when Daphne proves to be much more flexible than he is. b: 04-Mar-2003 pc: 234 w: Bob Daily d: David Lee NOTE: In some areas, this episode was postponed a week for a Billy Graham service. Laura Linney would go on to play Charlotte in the final few episodes of season 11. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 234. Roe to Perdition gs: John Vickery (Petyr) Oleg Stefan (Vladimir) Michael Winters (Bank President) Reggie Jordan (Bank Officer) Devlin Elliott (Teller #1) Shannon Cochran (Bank Manager) J. Kenneth Campbell (Mr. Michaels) Sarah Brooke (Mrs. Michaels) Francois Giroday (Robert) Sal Rendino (Customs Officer) Bridget Sienna (Teller #2) Nate Bynum (Bank Guard) Endre Hules (Russian Crewman) Frasier and Niles go to the market in search of food for an upcoming dinner party. They are pleased to discover a supply of caviar, but consider the $100-per-ounce price outlandish. A man approaches and tells them that the Russian mafia is controlling the caviar market. However, he has his own supply from his cousin's fishing boat, and is willing to sell to them for $40 an ounce. The Cranes' party guests rave about the caviar, and offer Frasier and Niles invitations to exclusive parties and other social favors in exchange for more caviar. They enjoy the benefits of this arrangement for a while, but Petyr soon tells them that he can no longer be their supplier because he fears that the Russian mafia will discover what he is doing. Roz becomes addicted to caviar, and goes through withdrawal when the Cranes can no longer help her out. Frasier and Niles learn that there is not enough caviar in all of Seattle to cover what they owe their acquaintances. They wind up heading to Petyr's cousin's boat to cut a deal with the suppliers--only to have U.S. Customs show up. Meanwhile, Martin accidentally receives an extra forty dollars from an ATM. Daphne insists that he must return the money or risk bad karma. Martin tries to obey her wishes, but the bank constantly gives him the run-around. The bank becomes confused and keeps giving him more money instead of taking back the forty dollars. When Martin again attempts to return the money, an overzealous security guard believes he is robbing the bank and pulls a gun on him. The bank apologizes for the inconvenience--and winds up giving him $10,000 for his trouble! b: 18-Mar-2003 pc: 228 w: Jon Sherman d: Jerry Zaks NOTE: Originally scheduled to air March 11, 2003. Francois Giroday reprises his role as Robert from The Perfect Guy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 235. Some Assembly Required gs: Misha Henson (Sandy) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Timothy Carhart (Mr. Grant) Dale Dickey (Mrs. Grant) Holmes Osborne (Principal) James Oliver (James) William Turner (Kid #2) Jordan Lund (Team Leader) Haley Darwish (Kid #1) Frasier's co-workers cajole him into helping them build a house for Habitat for Humanity. Frasier mostly seems to get in the way, and his participation is limited to stirring paint and a little bit of sanding. However, he somehow views himself as having played some huge role in the process. He becomes very attached to the house, and keeps showing up to offer the inhabitants unwanted decorating advice. Roz tries to convince him that they should be allowed to furnish and decorate the house in whatever way they see fit. Martin and Eddie give a presentation about safety to an elementary school class. They are a big hit, and the school asks them to return for an assembly. However, Martin comes down with a fever and is unable to go through with the speech. A reluctant Niles is forced to take his place. He blames the children for making Martin ill, and winds up impressing the kids with a lecture about germs. Daphne and Mrs. Moon get into a huge argument about her mother's increasingly difficult behavior. After Daphne suggests that she help around the house, Mrs. Moon responds by getting a job at Cafe Nervosa. She hopes to publicly embarrass Daphne and shame her into apologizing. Daphne, however, is nonplussed by her mother's behavior and gladly accepts her paycheck. b: 01-Apr-2003 pc: 236 w: Patricia Breen d: Wil Shriner NOTE: Originally scheduled to air March 25, 2003. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 236. Farewell, Nervosa gs: Elvis Costello (Ben) Felicity Huffman (Julia Wilcox) John Hannah (Avery McManus) Alex Borstein (Evelyn) Amy Hill (Maureen Nervosa) Matt Besser (Coffee Guy) James Oliver (Barista) Kevin Daniels (Steve) Frasier consults his old friend Avery for advice on his finances. Avery says that Frasier's spending habits are out of control. Frasier becomes depressed and heads out to Cafe Nervosa to think about a solution. He is disgusted to discover that the owner has hired an eccentric folk singer to perform every afternoon. He announces that he will no longer frequent the cafe, and forces a reluctant Niles to leave with him. They scour Seattle in the hopes of finding a new hangout. While at one prospect, they run into Julia. This prompts them to leave in a hurry, but Frasier returns and sees Julia kissing Avery. He agonizes over whether to tell her that Avery is married. Niles returns to Cafe Nervosa and tries to keep it a secret from Frasier. Frasier, frustrated by his inability to find a new coffeehouse, returns to Nervosa and catches Niles dancing along to Ben's performance. Ben's song intro (about doing the right thing) inspires Frasier to confront Avery. Much to his surprise, Julia is hiding in the closet. She had known all along that Avery was married. A disgusted Frasier declares that he will stop trying to be a friend to her. Julia seems saddened when Avery takes a call from his wife. She realizes that Frasier was trying to help her, and shows her appreciation by getting Ben a job at a bank so that he can no longer perform at Nervosa. Meanwhile, a woman observes Daphne's therapy techniques with Martin to help determine whether Daphne can take on other clients. Martin angers Daphne by trying to put on an act to make her look good, rather than letting her work speak for itself. b: 22-Apr-2003 pc: 235 w: Eric Zicklin d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Daphne and Martin's subplot was originally supposed to be in the episode Door Jam, with Ana Gasteyer as the observer. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 237. The Devil and Dr. Phil gs: Phil McGraw (Himself) Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Jack Axelrod (Old Frasier) Jean Sincere (Old Daphne) John O'Leary (Old Niles) Lillian Adams (Mildred) Steve Susskind (Supervisor) Frasier learns that Dr. Phil McGraw is in town for a special. The two are old friends, but Frasier is angry at Phil for supposedly swindling him out of $200 in a poker game. He reluctantly agrees to take the star-struck Roz to the set to see him. Frasier is surprised to find that Bebe Glazer is Dr. Phil's agent, and becomes extremely envious. He wonder if she might be able to elevate him to the same level of stardom as Dr. Phil. Bebe agrees to meet with Frasier to discuss the matter, but also wants to seduce him. Frasier believes he can get Bebe to cave in by just teasing her with the possibility of sex, but Niles warns that the situation seems very dangerous. Frasier winds up running out of Bebe's room in a panic. Bebe shows up at Nervosa and tells Frasier that she wants to leave Dr. Phil for him, as she prefers a challenge. He excitedly agrees to increase her fee, even though she has already managed to cost him his stint at the Spokane station. He has no idea that Bebe never actually worked for Dr. Phil. Phil had only played along with her scheme to win back Frasier so that he could pay off a gambling debt. Meanwhile, Martin's supervisor punishes him for refusing to date his sister by assigning him to the graveyard shift. Martin begins to lose his mind due to the odd hours and lack of human contact. Niles and Daphne become fascinated with an older couple whom they view as future versions of themselves. b: 29-Apr-2003 pc: 238 w: Sam Johnson and Chris Marcil d: Wil Shriner NOTE: This is Dr. Phil's first acting appearance. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 238. Fathers and Sons gs: David Ogden Stiers (Leland Barton) Linden Chiles (Dean of Admissions) David St. James (Admissions Officer) Amita Balla (Waitress) Leland Barton, Hester's former research assistant, comes for a visit after a long absence from Seattle. Roz becomes alarmed when Leland confesses his deep affection for Hester. She notes that Leland and Frasier seem to have much more in common than Frasier and Martin (they are both psychiatrists, enjoy sherry and fine art, etc.) and even have many of the same mannerisms. Leland also shares many habits--and a couple of very rare allergies--with Niles. Roz begins to worry that Leland was the boys' real father. She accidentally shares her suspicions with Martin, who admits that Hester cheated on him and fears that Roz may be right. Roz tries to assure him that his relationship with Frasier and Niles shouldn't change, even if he isn't their biological father. Martin observes Leland's close interaction with Frasier and Niles and finally confronts him. Leland admits that he loved Hester very much--and that he is gay. Meanwhile, Niles and Daphne make plans to apply for a spot in a prestigious prep school for their yet-to-be-conceived child, but can't come up with a name to write on the application. b: 06-May-2003 pc: 240 w: Jon Sherman d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: If the ages of the actors were utilized, David Ogden Stiers would have been only fourteen when he became Kelsey Grammer's father. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 239. Analyzed Kiss gs: Felicity Huffman (Julia Wilcox) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Dennis Cockrum (Red) Dan Gerrity (Wayne) Keith Sellon-Wright (Mitch) Bill Paxton (Voice of Ernie) David Alan Basche (Woody Wiswell Jr.) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Julia becomes extremely depressed after breaking up with Avery, who had never followed through on his promise to leave his wife for her. He tries to deny her the credit for their software company, an endeavor for which she did most of the work. She decides to go down to his office to retrieve his files, and Frasier comes along for moral support. She winds up breaking into the office and stealing the files, as well as deleting his entire hard drive. As they hide in a closet from the cleaning woman, Frasier keeps trying to convince Julia to do the right thing. She surprises him with a kiss, but then trashes Avery's office. Julia tries to avoid Frasier, but later admits that she likes the fact that he has so much character. She kisses him several more times, and finally agrees to a date. A rival station approaches Roz and asks her to become its program director. She manages to get the job, despite a misunderstanding about whether or not she had once slept with the station manager. Frasier has mixed feelings, as he wants Roz to move up in the world, but will miss working with her. Niles goes along with Martin on an excursion to a shooting range and takes a surprising knack to shooting. He enjoys hanging out with "regular guys," until Martin and Daphne learn a disturbing secret about his new friends. b: 13-May-2003 pc: 239 w: Saladin K. Patterson and Heide Perlman d: Katy Garretson NOTE: David Alan Basche was one of the stars of Three Sisters, which aired directly after Frasier during the 2000-01 season. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 240. A New Position for Roz gs: Felicity Huffman (Julia Wilcox) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) David Alan Basche (Woody Wiswell Jr.) Roz tries to train the woefully incompetent Noel as Frasier's new producer as she prepares to leave KACL. She becomes increasingly melancholy about the possibility of leaving Frasier, and bristles upon learning of his new relationship with Julia. During a farewell dinner with her co-workers, Roz becomes concerned by the obvious closeness between Frasier and Julia. She suddenly announces that she is turning down the program director job and staying at KACL. At Cafe Nervosa, Julia tries to call Frasier's cell phone while he is in the restroom. Roz sees that she is the caller and complains, and Mrs. Moon answers the phone and pretends that she is some woman fooling around with Frasier. Julia uncovers the truth, and Mrs. Moon immediately gives up Roz. Julia confronts Roz, who orders her to stay away because she doesn't think she's good for Frasier. Julia notes that Roz seems extremely jealous, and they argue. Roz tries to get Martin to side with her against Julia. She finally talks to Frasier and pleads with him to dump Julia. Frasier grows angry at her for interfering in his relationship, and says that it is none of her business. Roz becomes increasingly agitated and emotional, and finally orders Frasier to choose between them, threatening to leave his life forever. Frasier chooses Julia. Roz quits her job and takes the program director position. Meanwhile, Niles and Daphne discuss the possibility of having children, but realize that this cannot happen while her mother is still living with them. They ask Mrs. Moon to leave, and she prepares to return to England. Daphne holds her ground when her mother tries to lay a guilt trip on her; but Niles realizes that, in spite of their frequent arguments, the two don't really want to be on separate continents. He agrees to help Mrs. Moon find an apartment in Seattle. b: 20-May-2003 pc: 237 w: Lori Kirkland d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: For the 2003 Emmy Awards, David Hyde Pierce and John Mahoney both received nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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241. No Sex Please, We're Skittish gs: Felicity Huffman (Julia Wilcox) Debra Monk (Nurse Karen) Nancy Becker-Kennedy (Dana) Reichen Lehmkuhl (Impossibly Handsome Man) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Roz dislikes her new job and wants to return to KACL. Niles suspects that she is in love with Frasier, but she insists that this isn't true. She decides to follow Niles' facetious advice, and just shows up for work at KACL as if nothing happened. Frasier thinks that Roz is in love with him, and is afraid to sleep with Julia because he believes he holds some strange power over women. Roz comes over while Frasier is having dinner with Julia and sets him straight, explaining that she was simply afraid of losing his friendship. Julia storms out because Frasier is not paying enough attention to her. Daphne is upset to learn that Niles once made a deposit to a sperm bank, as she doesn't like the idea of him having other children. Niles goes to the clinic to see if his contribution was ever used, and finds that it was discarded because his sperm have low motility. Niles tries several unusual measures to correct this, but finally tells Daphne that they may have trouble conceiving. Much to their surprise, they discover that Daphne is already pregnant! b: 23-Sep-2003 pc: 241 w: Bob Daily d: David Lee NOTE: Bob Daily won a Writers Guild of America Award for this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 242. A Man, a Plan and a Gal: Julia gs: Felicity Huffman (Julia Wilcox) Niles accuses Frasier of sabotaging his relationships whenever things start to get serious. Frasier vows to "commit to commitment," and tries to win Julia back. She accepts his apology and sleeps with him, and the pair seems to be getting along well. However, Julia proceeds to offend the entire Crane family during a dinner that Niles and Daphne had scheduled to announce her pregnancy. She even inadvertently spills the beans about the pregnancy (she overheard Niles and Daphne discussing it) before the couple can make the announcement. Frasier tries to excuse her behavior because of his new dedication to commitment, but ultimately dumps her. b: 23-Sep-2003 pc: 242 w: Jon Sherman d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Peri Gilpin does not appear in this episode. The name of this episode was suggested by the palindrome "A man, a plan, a canal: Panama!" This palindrome (a word or phrase that is spelled the same forward or backward) dates from the early 20th century when the Panama Canal was being built. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 243. The Doctor Is Out gs: Patrick Stewart (Alistair Burke) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Caroline Lagerfelt (Ginka) David Muller (Barry) Donald Sage MacKay (Eduardo) Amita Balla (Waitress) David Jahn (Bar Patron) Adrian R'Mante (Servant) Michael Sean McGuinness (Clive) Benjamin Bratt (Voice of Kevin) Frasier and Niles suspect that Roz's new boyfriend, Barry, is gay. They see Barry on the street and believe that he has gone into a gay bar. Frasier, worried that Barry is leading Roz on, goes inside to confront him. Niles discovers that Barry actually went into an apartment building next door to the bar. He goes into the bar to tell Frasier, and a misunderstanding causes the patrons to believe the Crane brothers are actually lovers. A caller then "outs" Frasier on his show the next day. Martin feels very uncomfortable about the public thinking his son is gay. Alistair Burke, the head of the Seattle opera guild, befriends Frasier and begins spending a lot of time with him. The rest of the family realizes that Alistair thinks of Frasier as his boyfriend, but Frasier insists that this is not true. Frasier, Niles and Daphne attend a party, where Frasier discovers that everyone in attendance thinks that he and Alistair are a couple. Frasier is finally forced to come clean with Alistair about his sexuality after learning that Alistair expects to take their relationship to the next level very soon. b: 30-Sep-2003 pc: 244 w: Joe Keenan d: David Lee NOTE: Kelsey Grammer guest starred in Star Trek: The Next Generation (starring Patrick Stewart) as Captain Morgan Bateman in the ST:TNG episode Cause and Effect. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 244. The Babysitter gs: Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Frasier and Niles go to a furniture store to pick out a couch for Frasier's new office. Niles cannot stop rambling; Frasier believes he is suffering from anxiety because of his impending fatherhood. Frasier, meanwhile, is experiencing doubts about his return to private practice, as he believes he has grown rusty. Frasier spots Ronee Lawrence, the boys' old babysitter. He invites her to come over to the apartment and catch up, as he hopes this will lead to romantic involvement for the pair. However, Martin also finds Ronee attractive, and decides to make his own move on her. When Ronee is called away to work, both men follow her to the club where she performs. Frasier is devastated to find that Ronee likes Martin, and falls into a depression. Frasier and Niles accidentally learn that Martin has been taking Viagra. Martin returns for his pills, but the brothers cannot put them back in time to hide their discovery. Martin is embarrassed, and explains that he could not perform with Ronee because he keeps picturing her as a teenager. Within the span of a few minutes, Frasier is able to diagnose and solve all three of the men's neuroses. He gloats about this and declares himself fit to return to private practice. b: 07-Oct-2003 pc: 243 w: Jeffrey Richman d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Peri Gilpin does not appear in this episode. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 245. The Placeholder gs: Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Julia Sweeney (Ann) Krista Allen (Liz Wright) Lauri Johnson (Mrs. Gablyczyck) Anthony Crivello (Maitre D') Craig Zimmerman (Waiter) Paul Michael (Restaurant Owner) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Roz tries to convince Frasier to go out with her friend Ann. She feels that Frasier is too particular about who he dates, and adds that there is nothing wrong with continuing to date around until the right person comes along. Frasier is reluctant, but soon grows tired of tagging along with Niles and Daphne and Martin and Ronee or hanging around the apartment alone. He agrees to a date with Ann, which proves to be a disaster. In the middle of the evening, he runs into Kenny, who is trying to persuade his beautiful and interesting cousin, Liz, to take a job in Seattle. Liz is leaving town the next day, so Frasier tries to ditch Ann so that he can spend time with her. Meanwhile, Niles and Daphne suspect that their maid is stealing from them. b: 14-Oct-2003 pc: 245 w: Lori Kirkland d: Sheldon Epps -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 246. I'm Listening gs: Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Eddie Bowz (Larry) Edward Edwards (Richard) James Kiriyama-Lem (Tenant) C.J. Jones (Customer #1) Alan "Spo" Schwartz (Customer #2) Frasier overhears Ronee making a date with another man. He tells Martin, who is furious at him for eavesdropping. Ronee later breaks the news to Martin herself, explaining that she didn't think they had an exclusive relationship. He covers by claiming to be dating a woman named Sheila. Frasier gets stuck in the kitchen and overhears the conversation, and Martin accuses him of being a chronic eavesdropper. Martin runs into Ronee and her date at Cafe Nervosa, and tries to make her jealous by having Roz pose as the fictional Sheila. Frasier urges Martin to tell Ronee how he feels about her. Ronee comes over to talk to Martin, and Frasier leaves to give them some privacy. However, Roz inadvertently drives Ronee away, and Frasier somehow finds himself listening to another private conversation as Ronee and Martin sort things out in her car. b: 28-Oct-2003 pc: 246 w: Heide Perlman d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Originally scheduled to air October 21, 2003. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 247. Maris Returns (1) gs: Penny Johnson Jerald (Carol) Sarah Silverman (Jane) Dan Castellaneta (Brad) Valerie Mahaffey (Peggy) Millicent Martin (Gertrude Moon) Missi Pyle (Shannon) T.R. Knight (Alex) Victor Alfieri (Esteban de Rojo) Tim Silva (Doorman) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Niles receives a phone call from a panicked Maris, who asks to meet him for lunch. She asks for advice on how to handle her violent, philandering lover. Niles recommends that she leave him immediately. Frasier and Martin warn Niles not to tell Daphne about the lunch, as she is experiencing severe mood swings due to her pregnancy. Niles wants to tell Daphne anyway, but changes his mind after she freaks out about a phone call from Maris. Niles ends up having to pile lie upon lie to keep the news from Daphne, and even has to throw her a baby shower at the last minute after she suspects that is the reason for his odd behavior and nervousness. Maris's lover, Esteban, shows up at the shower in search of Niles. He mistakenly punches out Frasier as he tries to retaliate for Niles' advice. Daphne is furious to learn that Niles lied to her, and storms out. She later returns, and Niles promises that Maris will never come between them again. Just then, a radio report announces that Maris has been arrested for Esteban's murder. Meanwhile, Frasier reconsiders his decision to return to private practice after his first two days are marred by a series of disastrous (and short) sessions. b: 04-Nov-2003 pc: 247 w: Chris Marcil d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Maris returns in this episode (well, sort of--she still isn't seen). Aired at 9:30 PM due to a special 90-minute Fear Factor. Kelsey Grammer has worked with Dan Castellaneta many times on The Simpsons. David Hyde Pierce co-starred with Valerie Mahaffey in The Powers That Be. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 248. Murder Most Maris (2) gs: James Oliver (Waiter) Amita Balla (Waitress) Cindy Lu (Reporter) Niles is questioned by the police because he loaned Maris the murder weapon--an antique crossbow--for use in a play. Maris insists that she acted in self-defense. She continually calls Niles from jail, leaving Daphne extremely angry. The media scrutiny surrounding the Cranes intensifies after Frasier--the self-appointed family spokesman--accidentally says that Niles and Maris will be "executed" rather than "exonerated." Niles and Daphne have to come stay with Frasier, and Daphne makes Niles sleep on the couch. Frasier worries that Niles is reacting too calmly, as he believes that the anxiety will build up and eventually lead to a breakdown. Overcome with stress and sleep deprivation, Niles winds up stripping off all his clothes in Cafe Nervosa. Roz and Frasier manage to handle the situation. Niles finally begins to display some anger about his predicament, and asks Maris to back off and stop calling him so often. b: 11-Nov-2003 pc: 248 w: Sam Johnson d: Scott Ellis -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 249. Guns N' Neuroses gs: Bebe Neuwirth (Dr. Lilith Sternin) Christine Dunford (Nancy) David Burke (Sean) Rachael Harris (Erin) James Oliver (Barista) Lilith comes to town for a one-day conference. She and Frasier try to get together, but keep having to cancel. Lilith discusses her romantic problems with a colleague at Cafe Nervosa before having to return to the conference. The woman then meets Frasier and arranges a blind date between an unwitting Frasier and Lilith. Frasier and Lilith plan to meet for drinks at her hotel before their date(s). When it takes longer than expected, Frasier calls the woman who arranged the date and says that he has to cancel. Lilith tries to save face by cancelling the date herself. She and Frasier each believe they have been stood up, but are hesitant to admit it to each other. They have a wonderful evening together, and even help the couple in the next room deal with relationship problems. Frasier winds up falling asleep and staying overnight. Meanwhile, a frantic Niles, Martin and Daphne try to undo the damage after Martin's gun accidentally discharges in Frasier's apartment. b: 18-Nov-2003 pc: 249 w: Jon Sherman d: Scott Ellis NOTE: This is the final appearance by Lilith on Frasier. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 250. Sea Bee Jeebies gs: Suzanne Cryer (Denise) Stephen Spinella (Randall Schoonover) Lisa Thornhill (Caroline) Heidi Mokrycki (Plum Sanders) Michael G. Hawkins (Bandleader) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Niles gains notoriety throughout Seattle because of his involvement in Maris's murder case. He and Daphne mingle with the city's social elite (including Bill Gates), and he is able to finagle reservations at booked restaurants. Frasier grows very jealous, but hopes that his two Sea Bee nominations (which break the record for most nominations in a career) will help him return to the spotlight. Kenny arranges for an interview, and Frasier invites the reporter to the ceremony. However, everything quickly begins to go wrong. Frasier loses his date because the event has to be scheduled for the morning due to Kenny's gaffe. He then loses both of the awards, and the attention of the reporter, who is much more interested in Niles. Roz, on the other hand, experiences the thrill of a lifetime when her judgmental sister--who has a seemingly perfect life--finally gets knocked off her pedestal. b: 02-Dec-2003 pc: 250 w: Patricia Breen d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Suzanne Cryer reprises her role as Roz's sister Denise from season 9's The Guilt Trippers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 251. High Holidays gs: Amita Balla (Waitress) Trevor Einhorn (Frederick Crane) Musetta Vander (Natalie) Marisa Guterman (Andi) Grinnell Morris (Man in Cafe) Joseph Keane (Waiter) Frasier eagerly anticipates a visit from Frederick, but is shocked when his son shows up sporting a new "goth" look (all black clothing with mascara). Frederick also ignores Frasier to spend all of his time with Andi, a girl from back home who is also visiting relatives in Seattle. Frasier experiences further distress when he does a television spot to promote tourism in Seattle, only to have Eddie made the focus of the ad. Meanwhile, Niles is upset to learn that he never went through a rebellious stage during his youth. He tries to remedy this by getting high off a marijuana-laced brownie made by Roz's neighbor. Unfortunately, Martin unwittingly eats the brownie. b: 09-Dec-2003 pc: 251 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: At the 2004 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the cast was nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 252. Frasier-Lite gs: Dan Butler (Bob "Bulldog" Briscoe) Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Bess Armstrong (Kelly Kirkland) Bill Kirchenbauer (Wayne) Stanley Tucci (Voice of Morrie) Penny Marshall (Voice of Celeste) Estelle Parsons (Voice of Celeste's Mother) Hilary Duff (Voice of Britney) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) KACL employees face off against another station in a weight-loss competition, with the winning team to receive a trip to Las Vegas. Tensions rise among the staffers, who become extremely cranky due to hunger as the contest proceeds. Noel starves himself and repeatedly faints after Roz suggests that he might get lucky with her in Vegas if they win the trip. Frasier refuses to get into the competitive spirit until he discovers that their opponent's general manager is a man who bullied him in high school (stealing his chess set). Meanwhile, Niles and Martin try to nurse an injured pigeon back to health; and Niles repeatedly suffers injuries of his own because the pregnant Daphne rolls over onto him in her sleep. b: 06-Jan-2004 pc: 252 w: Sam Johnson , Chris Marcil, Patricia Breen, Jeffrey Richman, Jon Sherman, Bob Daily d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Bess Armstrong reprises her role as Kelly Kirkland from season 8's Mary Christmas. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 253. The Ann Who Came to Dinner gs: Julia Sweeney (Ann) Irene Olga Lopez (Marta) Lisa Thornhill (Caroline) John Kapelos (Policeman) Ossie Mair (Doctor) Frasier discovers that his home insurance policy has been cancelled because Martin forgot to mail the payment several months earlier. After learning that it would cost a fortune to renew with that company, Frasier tries to get a better deal by making nice with Roz's insurance agent friend Ann, with whom Frasier had a disastrous date several months earlier. Unfortunately, Ann slips on some mayonaise in the kitchen and winds up breaking her leg. Frasier fears that she will sue, and tries to avoid this by inviting her to stay at the apartment while she recovers and treating her with kindness. He soon discovers that Ann's stay may be much longer than he expected. Meanwhile, Maris is released on bail and placed under house arrest. She involves an unwitting Niles in a scheme to flee the country and avoid prosecution. b: 13-Jan-2004 pc: 254 w: Sam Johnson & Chris Marcil d: Scott Ellis NOTE: This is the second Frasier episode with the name "The ____ Who Came to Dinner." The first was season 6's The Seal Who Came to Dinner. The day before this episode aired, NBC announced that Frasier would end at the conclusion of the season. Julia Sweeney and Irene Olga Lopez both reprise their roles from previous episodes. Sweeney first played Ann in The Placeholder, while Lopez plays Marta for the first time since season 4's Ask Me No Questions. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 254. Freudian Sleep gs: Christina Cindrich (Cable Woman) Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Suzanne Stokes (Fantasy Plumber) Audra Lynn (Fantasy Martin) Frasier grows depressed because no one is calling into his show. He mistakenly believes that Martin is inviting him along on his weekend in the mountains with Ronee, failing to realize that Martin was actually talking to Eddie. Niles and Daphne also come along after Niles overhears a sarcastic remark by Ronee and mistinterprets it as an invitation. Frasier is plagued by anxieties and cannot sleep during the trip. He first dreams that he has killed Niles and married Daphne. Niles mocks him for having such a simple dream, which he says is clearly a sign that he envies his brother's life. Frasier also has a nightmare about his problems with the show. Niles dreams about being a bad father, while Daphne suffers a nightmare in which she continually gains weight and Niles fools around with other women. Martin also has an unusual dream in which he chides his family members for letting their worries overcome them, before bursting into a song and dance number about his positive attitude. Unlike the other Cranes, Martin sleeps soundly. b: 03-Feb-2004 pc: 257 w: Lori Kirkland d: Cynthia J. Popp NOTE: Martin performs the jazz standard "On the Sunny Side of the Street," written by Fields/McHugh. Roz has to pretend to be a caller, Susan, who has just moved from Texas. In real life, Peri Gilpin (who plays Roz) is from Texas. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 255. Caught in the Act gs: Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Laurie Metcalf (Nanette "Nanny G" Guzman) Robert Towers (Kangaroo) Jody Ashworth (Panda) Larry Cedar (Bunny #1) John Lathan (Bunny #2) Don McManus (Donald Burwell) Roz is disappointed when she is unable to get Alice tickets to a concert by children's performer Nanny G. After his family reveals that he used to be married to her, Frasier agrees to help Roz secure tickets. He accompanies Roz and Alice to a bookstore appearance, and continually drops hints to Nanny G about the fact that he is single. She doesn't seem interested. However, she soon has everyone in the store cover their eyes as part of a song. She gooses Frasier and kisses him passionately. They plan a rendezvous at his apartment. Much to his surprise, Nanny G shows up with her producer, Donald--who is also her husband. She claims that the marriage is only a business arrangement, and laments how frustrated she is with her life. She makes several passes at Frasier, and asks him to meet up with her after her concert the next day. Although he is in the midst of a dry spell and desperately wants to go through with it, he realizes it is wrong. He stops by before the show to share his decision, and Nanny G asks him to go down to the prop room to talk. She seduces Frasier, and he takes off his clothes and jumps into the prop bed with her--only to have it rise to the stage as the show begins. Meanwhile, Niles buys an expensive sweater, breaking a promise to Daphne to be frugal and save money for their child's college fund. Daphne--who believes the sweater is from the Gap--quickly proceeds to ruin it, leaving Niles frustrated but with no recourse. b: 24-Feb-2004 pc: 256 w: Joe Keenan d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Frasier's first wife, Nanny G, returns to the show, played by a third actress. She was played by Emma Thompson in the Cheers episode One Hugs, The Other Doesn't; and a younger version of her appeared in Don Juan in Hell, played by Dina Waters. Nanette rhetorically asks Frasier, "Do you know what it's like to play the same character for 20 years?!" This of course is in reference to the fact that Kelsey Grammer has played Frasier for a record 20 years (9 on Cheers and 11 on Frasier). Emma Thompson initially agreed to reprise her role as Nanny G in this episode, but backed out at the last minute, forcing producers to recast the part. Strangely enough, she cited "nanny issues" as the reason she couldn't do it. There are three fun songs to sing with your preschooler or toddler in this episode! They are called "The Peek-a-Boo Song," "Nanny's Messy Bed" and the "Hoppity Hop Song." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 256. Boo! (a.k.a. I'm With Her) gs: Stephanie Faracy (Mimi) Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Lorraine Toussaint (Nurse) Gerald Downey (Doctor) Gregory Wagrowski (Man in Hospital) Frasier treats a woman who has a phobia about clowns. He plans to don a clown costume and full make-up as part of her treatment. Martin sneaks into Frasier's office and scares him by coming up behind him with one of Frasier's masks over his face. Frasier does not find this amusing, so Martin repeatedly teases him about being a "fuddy-duddy." Frasier decides to retaliate for the prank. He tells Martin that he is leaving the apartment, then puts on the clown costume and rings the doorbell. When Martin comes out to answer it, Frasier jumps out, wielding a cleaver. Martin collapses and suffers a mild heart attack. Frasier feels incredibly guilty about his actions, and is humiliated in the waiting room when the nurse reads off an account of what happened. Martin recovers quickly and returns home, but doesn't want to tell Ronee about his health crisis. He fears that she will think of him as an old man. When he finally breaks the news, she is nonplussed. She remarks that his serious behavior caused her to think he was going to break up with her or propose. Martin very casually proposes to Ronee (in a roundabout way), and she accepts. After realizing what has happened, they happily announce their engagement to Frasier and Niles. b: 02-Mar-2004 pc: 255 w: Jeffrey Richman d: Katy Garretson NOTE: Stephanie Faracy also played Mimi in season 5's Voyage of the Damned. Daphne only appears in the tag sequence in this episode, and doesn't say a word (well, she does, but it's covered by the theme song). Jane Leeves was on maternity leave when this episode was filmed, but returned to the set (donning padding, as she had already given birth) to do the tag. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 257. Coots and Ladders gs: Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Estelle Parsons (Opal) Gabrielle Miller (Willa) Jack Laufer (Roland) Linda Gehringer (Sarah) Bernadette Birkett (Janelle) Phyllis Flax (Florence) Helen Mirren (Voice of Babette) A panicked Frasier calls Niles over to the apartment and says that he has committed a crime. He explains the series of events that led up to this. When Frasier was overcome by a coughing fit, Roz took over the show and advised a caller to seek counseling to deal with kleptomania, which she described as being the result of someone needing the thrill of stealing to deal with the emptiness in his or her life. Frasier congratulated her on knowing what to say, but Roz said that it was easy because he is so predictable. While looking through some old photographs, Ronee remarked that Frasier hadn't changed in ten years. This prompted him to grow jealous of the excitement in the lives of his loved ones (Martin's engagement and Niles and Daphne's impending parenthood). Frasier then went to help an elderly neighbor, Opal, change a lightbulb. After she commented on his routine and compared him to a comfortable old shoe, he stole a small box from her for the thrill. However, he now feels guilty and seeks Niles' help to return it. They sneak into Opal's apartment, only to have her whole family show up for a surprise party. To make matters worse, Frasier learns that the item he stole was Opal's bronze medal from the 1936 Olympics. Frasier must distract the guests and try to think of an excuse to get Niles up a ladder to return the medal before anyone knows it is missing. b: 16-Mar-2004 pc: 258 w: Heide Perlman d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: Estelle Parsons had a voice-over role in the episode Frasier-Lite, which aired just two months before this episode. Bernadette Birkett is the real-life wife wife of George Wendt, who played Norm on Cheers. She also voiced Norm's wife Vera in a couple of episodes and appeared as another character in the third season. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 258. Match Game gs: Beth Littleford (Creationism Date) Amita Balla (Waitress) Laura Linney (Charlotte) Rachel Dratch (Horny Date) Ann Magnuson (Harvest) Elon Gold (Brad) Stacey Travis (Cindy) Kirsten Nelson (Ellie) Suzanne Lee Singh (Wig Date) Ellen Ratner (Dress Date) Kate Steele (Teen Date) Christie Mellor (Woman in Bar) While headed to his office, Frasier gets off the elevator on the wrong floor. A woman named Charlotte tries to persuade him to join her matchmaking service. Frasier insists that he doesn't need help finding a date, but changes his mind after a disastrous elevator encounter with a former date that he can't remember. Frasier reluctantly agrees to pay Charlotte's $10,000 fee, but winds up on a series of horrendous dates. He fires Charlotte and demands his money back after his next date fails to show. He then discovers that Charlotte has lied about having a successful service, as she only has five other clients. Charlotte breaks down and admits that she has already spent his fee. She apologizes for deceiving him and explains that she was a very successful matchmaker in Chicago, but lost her business to her ex-husband. Frasier spends the evening chatting with Charlotte over drinks and becomes fascinated with her. He is disappointed to learn that she has a boyfriend, and cannot stop thinking about her. Meanwhile, Niles and Daphne feel inadequate after talking with one of the more sensitive couples from their La Maze class. They begin eating healthy food, and Niles develops sympathy pains and weight gain. They also hire a doula and plan a natural birth, despite Roz's warnings about the pain involved. Daphne comes to agree with Roz after seeing a videotape of a woman trying to give birth without drugs. b: 30-Mar-2004 pc: 253 w: Bob Daily d: Katy Garretson NOTE: Laura Linney also voiced the caller Mindy in season 10's Kenny on the Couch. Originally scheduled to air February 3, 2004. Also scheduled to air March 23, 2004. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 259. Miss Right Now gs: Jennifer Tilly (Kim) Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Laura Linney (Charlotte) Aaron Eckhart (Frank) Marian Seldes (Betty) Tom R. Hughes (Guy in Bar) Martin worries about a visit from Ronee's mother. She dislikes him because she once saw Martin innocently comforting the teenage Ronee and assumed he was trying to "take her virtue." Meanwhile, Frasier continues to find himself consumed by thoughts of Charlotte. Roz recommends that he get over it by going to a bar and picking up someone. Frasier quickly makes a connection with a woman named Kim, and they go back to his apartment. However, their potential tryst is first interrupted by Martin, Ronee and her horrified mother; and then by Charlotte, who needs her extra keys after returning unexpectedly early from a camping trip with her boyfriend. Frasier tells Kim that things simply weren't meant to be for them, and ends up spending time with Charlotte, who had gotten into a fight with her boyfriend, Frank. Frasier tells Martin that he is miserable trying to be friends with Charlotte and wants to cut her out of his life. However, he quickly changes his mind. Meanwhile, Niles becomes a fast-food junkie after Daphne takes him on a few outings to Burger, Burger, Burger. b: 06-Apr-2004 pc: 259 w: Ken Levine and David Isaacs d: Scott Ellis NOTE: Jennifer Tilly also played Candi Pearson in the Cheers episode Second Time Around. Frasier proposed to Candi the day after meeting her in that episode; now once again, Jennifer Tilly plays a love interest of Frasier Crane. Originally scheduled to air March 30, 2004. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 260. And Frasier Makes Three gs: Chris Diamantopoulos (Steve) Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Laura Linney (Charlotte) Aaron Eckhart (Frank) Michael Des Barres (Georges) Frasier shares with Niles his plans to win over Charlotte by acting as Frank's opposite, thus providing her with a viable alternative. He arranges a romantic "working" dinner, but Frank shows up and interrupts them. The three of them begin spending a lot of time together. Frank believes that Frasier is his buddy and has no idea that he actually has designs on Charlotte. Frasier gets together for dinner with Charlotte while Frank is supposed to be away, but he shows up again. He and Charlotte quarrel over the fact that they never have any time to spend together, and he storms out and makes Frasier come with him. Frasier later returns to talk to Charlotte, and admits his feelings for her. Charlotte confesses that she has been thinking about Frasier as well, and they sleep together. Frank comes back and sees Frasier in a bathrobe in Charlotte's bedroom, but thinks that he just got caught in the rain. Charlotte breaks up with Frank, telling him that her ex-husband recently agreed to sell her their old business. She will be moving back to Chicago. Frasier remains blissfully unaware of this. Meanwhile, Martin plans to present Ronee with an engagement ring; but Roz and Daphne balk when he tries to give Ronee the ring he once bought for Sherry. He sells the old ring and buys another, but must hide its origins from Ronee. Roz dates a former inmate. b: 20-Apr-2004 pc: 260 w: Sam Johnson d: Scott Ellis NOTE: An episode of Cheers had a similar title, And Coachie Makes Three. Although the decor is different, Charlotte's apartment has the same layout as Roz's. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 261. Detour gs: Laura Linney (Charlotte) Celia Weston (Sue) Todd Louiso (Jonathan) Cady Huffman (Amber Licious) Blake Lindsley (Becky) Stephen Root (Harbin) Frasier offers Charlotte a ride to the train station, as she is headed to Portland to give a speech at a businesswomen's convention. She seems evasive when he tries to make future plans, so he insists that she explain what is wrong. She tells him that she is moving back to Chicago in three weeks, and doesn't think they should keep seeing each other because it will just make saying goodbye more painful. Charlotte ends up missing her train as they talk. Frasier tries to get her to the next station on time, but doesn't make it. His car eventually breaks down in a desolate area. There is no cell phone service, so they have to seek the help of a very strange family. They wind up spending the night in the same room as the body of their host's mother, whose wake is the next morning. They agree they they have had so much fun, even under these disastrous circumstances, that they want to make the most of their last few weeks together. Meanwhile, Martin, Daphne and Niles are left very confused when interviews for Martin's temporary physical therapist, the Cranes' nanny and the stripper for Martin's bachelor party are scheduled for the same time. b: 27-Apr-2004 pc: 261 w: Chris Marcil d: Kelsey Grammer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 262. Crock Tales gs: Rosie Perez (Lizbeth) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) As Frasier prepares for a dinner party, he considers throwing away an old broken crock pot. However, the crock pot stirs many memories of past experiences with his friends and family. Among the times he recalls are getting accidentally super-glued to a blind date after Martin tried to repair the pot; a birthday party for Roz that found Niles and Daphne feeling especially amorous; a Fourth of July in which Frasier, Niles, Daphne and Roz got locked out on the balcony; a Thanksgiving when everyone seemed to be down on his or her luck (and Roz was working as a phone sex operator); and a dinner party shortly after his arrival in Seattle. Frasier realizes that the pot has sentimental value and decides to hold on to it. b: 04-May-2004 pc: 262 w: Jon Sherman and Bob Daily d: Sheldon Epps NOTE: Rosie Perez also voiced the caller Francesca in season 2's Roz in the Doghouse. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Special Analyzing the Laughter gs: Fred Willard (Analyst) Frasier meets with an analyst for a review. He discusses his background, his relationships with his family and friends, and the major events that have transpired in his life over the past year. b: 13-May-2004 w: Paul Barrosse d: Kelsey Grammer NOTE: This special aired at 8 PM on a Thursday, the series' original night. It includes clips from many past episodes, as well as a few clips of Frasier on Cheers. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Season 11 263. Goodnight, Seattle (1) gs: Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence) Laura Linney (Charlotte) Robbie Coltrane (Michael Moon) Jason Biggs (Dr. Hauck) Richard E. Grant (Stephen Moon) Jennifer Beals (Dr. Anne Ranberg) Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Arleen Sorkin (Rachel) Ashley Thomas (Alice Doyle) Mark Deklin (Clint) Anne Bellamy (Wedding Guest) During an especially bumpy flight, Frasier tells a fellow passenger about his eventful past few weeks, which are recounted in a long flashback. Bebe tells Frasier that he has been offered the chance to replace a recently deceased San Francisco radio host. Frasier declines because he is happy with his life in Seattle. She believes he is just playing hardball, and later approaches him again with an offer of a higher salary and the bonus of a regular morning television gig. Frasier accidentally misses part of his show after engaging in a "matinee" with Charlotte. Kenny fills in for him, and enjoys being on the air so much that he decides to quit his job and go back to being a disc jockey. Frasier's last dinner with Charlotte before her departure for Chicago is constantly beset with interruptions; including an appearance by Daphne's brothers Simon, Michael and Stephen, who have dropped in on their sister unexpectedly. Niles worries that his child will turn out like Daphne's brothers. Frasier finally gets everyone out of the apartment, and he and Charlotte bid each other a sad farewell. Ronee discovers that the hotel believes that her wedding to Martin is to take place on May 15 instead of in July. Martin realizes that he accidentally gave Eddie's birthday when he booked the hotel, but his Frasier and Niles promise to throw together a great wedding in spite of the short notice. The event is marked by a constant series of calamities. Daphne's brothers get the flower girl drunk; the air conditioning goes out on a sweltering day; and a mishap with a cannon causes a truck full of spooked cattle to stink up the surrounding area. Niles and Daphne must take Eddie to the veternarian after he accidentally swallows the ring. Daphne goes into labor, and a young vet must deliver the baby. b: 13-May-2004 pc: 263 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) and Joe Keenan d: David Lee NOTE: Originally aired as an hour long episode. Several character names are references to Fraiser writers past and present. The name "Dr. Anne Ranberg" is derived from the writing team of Anne Flett-Giordano & Chuck Ranberg; and Bebe mentions a recently-deceased San Francisco radio host named "Mark Reisman," who shares a name with a former Frasier writer/producer. This episode aired at 8:54 PM on a Thursday night. The vet office Niles and Daphne went to had photos of animals on the wall. In the flashback episode that played before this, the therapist tells Frasier that he had a brother-in-law who was a veterinarian and had picures of his patients on the walls. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 264. Goodnight, Seattle (2) gs: Edward Hibbert (Gil Chesterton) Patrick Kerr (Noel Shempsky) Tom McGowan (Kenny Daly) Harriet Sansom Harris (Bebe Glazer) Wendie Malick (Ronee Lawrence Crane) Robbie Coltrane (Michael Moon) Jason Biggs (Dr. Lauck) Richard E. Grant (Stephen Moon) Jennifer Beals (Dr. Anne Ranberg) Anthony LaPaglia (Simon Moon) Chris Marcil (Steve Glazer) Arleen Sorkin (Rachel) Cleto Augusto (Moving Man) Marc Wilson (Paramedic Rob) Daphne gives birth to a healthy son, David. Frasier marries Martin and Ronee in the vet's office before Daphne and the baby leave for the hospital. Frasier grows very lonely with Martin out of the apartment and Daphne and Niles busy with their son. He decides to take the San Francisco job. Roz is named Kenny's replacement as station manager, and gives Noel a kiss during her celebration! Frasier tells his family and Roz about his upcoming move, following a misunderstanding that leads them to believe he is dying. He promises to visit frequently. Frasier makes a speech to the group, and again on his final show at KACL, about the importance of taking chances. His seatmate on the plane thanks him for the stimulating conversation as their plane finally lands...in Chicago. b: 13-May-2004 pc: 264 w: Christopher Lloyd (II) and Joe Keenan d: David Lee NOTE: Originally aired as an hour long episode. The moving man who takes Martin's chair out of Frasier's apartment is the same one who delivered it there 11 years earlier in The Good Son. Cleto Augusto played a deliveryman in the first ever Frasier, and now plays a moving man in the last ever Frasier. Besides the regulars, he is the only person to appear in both the first and last episodes. The name of Niles and Daphne's son, David, was quite likely a tribute to the late David Angell. Niles and Daphne's baby is called David Crane. There is a real person called David Crane who wrote for The Powers That Be, which was David Hyde Pierce's previous show before Frasier. Crane is also the co-creator of Friends, which in a way is ironic! Near the end, when Frasier is saying goodbye to his family, Martin thanks him. This is probably a reference to the first episode, when Frasier is complaining that Martin should be thanking him for all that he is doing. Kelsey Grammer, David Hyde Pierce and John Mahoney are the only regulars to have appeared in every episode of the series. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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