Season 5

01 Co-Hostess Twinkie Episode 129th September 1986 Dick is stuck with a perky, brainless co-hostess for his new program 'On the Town'. Meanwhile, Larry and the Darryls name their new pig 'Miss Stephanie' much to the real Stephanie's dismay. 02 Camp Stephanie Episode 26th October 1986 Stephanie has her hands full when she temporarily leads a group of 'Ranger Girls'. While Steph tries to teach them about coming-out parties and makeup, the girls want to learn survival techniques. Meanwhile, Dick and Joanna endure George's wood carving, Mount Stratford. 03 Dick the Kid Episode 313th October 1986 Dick heads west to pursue his dream of being a cowboy. 04 High Fidelity Episode 420th October 1986 Dick endures the townspeople's pity when Joanna and new friend Hal are suspected by everyone of having an affair. 05 Desperately Desiring Susan (1) Episode 527th October 1986 Michael becomes enamored with temporary office secretary Susan. 06 Desperately Desiring Susan (2) Episode 63rd November 1986 Michael struggles with his desire for Susan, versus his passion for Stephanie. 07 My Two and Only Episode 717th November 1986 A new friend threatens Larry's position as family leader. 08 Thanksgiving for the Memories Episode 824th November 1986 The Newhart family travels to Vanderkellen mansion for Thanksgiving, but is forced to leave prematurely when Stephanie finds her parents threw away her favorite toy. 09 Utley, Can You Spend a Dime Episode 91st December 1986 Dick convinces a reluctant George to live a little and spend some of his $50,000 fortune. Meanwhile the town believes Dick to be destitute after a check bounces due to a bank error. 10 Sweet and Sour Charity Episode 108th December 1986 Dick and Joanna have an opportunity to shed their 'town newcomer' status when Dick's asked to run a fundraiser for the local library. Dick, the former advertising executive, finds it a hard pill to swallow when his idea is rejected and Joanna's is unanimously applauded. 11 Everybody Ought to Have a Maid Episode 1115th December 1986 Stephanie worries she might lose her job after she breaks a toe and her temporary replacement is 'better than Mary Poppins'. 12 Saturday in New York with George Episode 1222nd December 1986 Dick and George attend a literary party in New York. Dick worries that George won't fit in with the high class partygoers and is stunned and jealous when George is the life of the party. 13 Love Letters in the Mud Episode 135th January 1987 Michael helps Larry court the girl of his dreams. Joanna holds Dick responsible for his actions in her dream. 14 First of the Belles Episode 1412th January 1987 Dick's old college sweetheart visits the inn for a weekend of skiing, leaving Joanna worried that Dick may want to rekindle an old flame. 15 It's My Party and I'll Die if I Want To Episode 1519th January 1987 Cousin Ned Vanderkellen's 100th birthday party goes smoothly... until Cousin Ned drops dead. 16 Chimes They Are a Changin' Episode 1626th January 1987 George sets out to repair the town's cracked bell tower, even after the town votes him down. Michael rents The Wizard of Oz to overcome his fear of wind. 17 Unfriendly Persuasion Episode 172nd February 1987 Dick tries to help Joanna overcome her fear of eye doctors. George feels slighted by Stephanie after she blows him off in favor of shopping. 18 Jail, Jail, the Gang's All Here Episode 189th February 1987 Larry, Darryl & Darryl ask Dick to represent them after they're arrested for kidnapping a neighbor's cow. 19 Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Loudon Episode 1916th February 1987 Dick gains an unwanted reputation as an acerbic wit after verbally assaulting an inept guest. 20 Fun with Dick and Joanna Episode 2023rd February 1987 Dick and Joanna find that spontaneity isn't all it's cracked up to be after Dick's spontaneous plans land them in a fleabag motel for the worst night of their lives. 21 Night Moves Episode 219th March 1987 Dick tries to find someplace to sleep after Joanna throws him out. 22 Harris Ankles PIV for Web Post Episode 2216th March 1987 Michael interviews for a network job. George finds a 'Duck Rock'. 23 Good-Bye and Good Riddance, Mr. Chips Episode 236th April 1987 Dick enrolls in a typing class, only to find that the teacher, Mr. Brooney, is the same tyrant he had for a sixth-grade teacher. 24 Much to Do Without Muffin Episode 2413th April 1987 Michael is lost when Stephanie goes away for the weekend. Desperate, he goes to a Beaver Lodge dinner with George and is the life of the party.