SERIES6.3· TMDB· 1987 · 4 Seasons
thirtysomething
Drama
Thirtysomething is an American television drama about a group of baby boomers in their late thirties. It was created by Marshall Herskovitz and Edward Zwick for MGM/UA Television Group and The Bedford Falls Company, and aired on ABC. It premiered in the U.S. on September 29, 1987. It lasted four seasons, with the last of its 85 episodes airing on May 28, 1991. The title of the show was designed as thirtysomething by Kathie Broyles, who combined the words of the original title, Thirty Something. In 1997, "The Go Between" and "Samurai Ad Man" were ranked #22 on TV Guide′s 100 Greatest Episodes of All Time. In 2002, Thirtysomething was ranked #19 on TV Guide′s 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time, and in 2013 TV Guide ranked it #10 in its list of The 60 Greatest Dramas of All Time.
Episodes
Season 1 · 21 Episodes
01PilotHope and Michael Steadman are still adjusting to parenthood while struggling with money problems and best-friend crises.
02The Parents Are Coming, the Parents Are ComingHope's anxiety over her parents' impending visit taxes everyone's patience.
03HousewarmingMichael and Hope race to renovate their crumbling mansion for a huge housewarming party.
04CouplesA night out with friends degenerates as Nancy and Elliot's marital woes become apparent.
05But Not for MeGary and Melissa rekindle their affair; Michael and Hope's first date in months is a disaster.
06We Gather TogetherHope and Michael plan a quiet Thanksgiving but learn friends are counting on being invited.
07Nice Work If You Can Get ItBefore a deadline, Michael and Elliot wrestle with a creativity block; Ellyn develops a crush on an associate.
08WeaningSensing baby Janey's decreasing dependency on her, depressed Hope decides to go back to work.
09I'll Be Home for ChristmasMichael and Hope argue about whether their infant's first holiday should be Christmas or Hanukkah. A famous photographer shows interest in Melissa's work.
10South by SoutheastIt's a Hitchcockian nightmare as Gary falls in love; as the romance progresses, he begins receiving a series of threats against his life.
11TherapyElliot and Nancy seek professional help for their troubled marriage; Michael finds it hard to keep it a secret.
12CompetitionMichael's jealousy is aroused when an important client make it clear he prefers Elliot. Meanwhile, Hope and Nancy try to come to terms with computers.
13SeparationElliot temporarily moves in with Michael and Hope after separating from Nancy.
14I'm in Love, I'm in Love, I'm in Love with a Wonderful GynecologistCompeting for the attention of the same man jeopardizes the new found friendship between Ellyn and Melissa.
15Business as UsualMichael's hopes for a joyous reunion with his father are destroyed when he discovers the real reason for the visit.
16Accounts ReceivableA rocky relationship between Michael and his brother Brad is further strained when Michael learns the family business is almost bankrupt.
17Whose Forest Is This?Nancy and Elliot's separation takes its toll on their son; Elliot prepares for a blind date with a chiropractor.
18Nancy's First DateMelissa's burgeoning romance slows when she learns he doesn't want any more kids. Nancy has her first date since the separation.
19UndoneMichael's old girlfriend from college pays a visit.
20TenureGary evaluates the fate of his academic career as he undergoes tenure review at the college. Ellyn learns her building is going co-op, leaving her to decide whether to buy her apartment.
21Born to Be MildEllyn and Woodman's weekend is ruined when they are forced to babysit Janey.
