A Family for Joe (1990)
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Alan Rafkin — Director
Episodes 9
A Little Romance
Joe goes on his first date in years.
Read MoreThe Medium
The kids meet a medium who claims to speak to their dead parents, whose parenting from beyond leads Joe to a close encounter with the spirit world.
Read MoreNick's Heart
Joe, a recovered alcoholic, becomes involved with a kid with a drinking problem: Nick's old girlfriend.
Read MoreLife of the Party
Joe brings an old merchant marine buddy hone for a visit. Everyone gets along terrifically, until Mickey learns the true relationship between Joe and the kids—and wants to be cut in on Joe's ""sweet deal.""
Read MoreLaw and Order
Joe goes head to head with the family's social worker when Nick is arrested for vandalism.
Read MoreOnce a Bum
Chris' desire to join a scout troop requires Joe to occasionally chaperone the scouts. Unfortunately, Chris' teacher used to bring Joe food when he was homeless. When a homeless-looking Joe is Chris' show and tell project, the teacher learns a lesson too.
Read MoreNightschool
Nick gets a construction job for the summer and decides he likes the money so much he wants to drop out of high school. Joe challenges him to attend night school where Joe will complete his own high school education
Read MoreHaving a Baby
Holly decides to help her pregnant friend raise her child. Joe teaches the girls the joys of parenthood.
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