Season 9

01 Nice to Meet You, Walden Schmidt Episode 119th September 2011 Alan and Jake meet Walden Schmidt, a broken-hearted billionaire. 02 People Who Love Peepholes Episode 226th September 2011 Walden deals with his ex-wife, Bridget. 03 Big Girls Don't Throw Food Episode 33rd October 2011 Alan prepares Walden for a date with Bridget, while Jake decides to emulate Walden and drop out of school. 04 Nine Magic Fingers Episode 410th October 2011 Walden goes looking for Mrs. Right while Alan has an opportunity to reconcile with Lyndsey. 05 A Giant Cat Holding a Churro Episode 517th October 2011 Alan has trouble accepting Lyndsey's seedy movie past, and Walden tries to cheer him up by throwing a party. 06 The Squat and Hover Episode 624th October 2011 Walden receives divorce papers from Bridget, but forgets his depression when he meets a girl who looks eerily like her. 07 Those Fancy Japanese Toilets Episode 731st October 2011 Jake has a crush on his chemistry tutor, who has a crush on Walden. Meanwhile, Alan obsesses over the journal his brother left him in his will. 08 Thank You for the Intercourse Episode 87th November 2011 When Walden begins redecorating the beach house, Alan becomes overly emotional. 09 Frodo's Headshots Episode 914th November 2011 Upon his release from the hospital, Alan is met with a slew of challenges that test his ability to cope. 10 A Fishbowl Full of Glass Eyes Episode 1021st November 2011 Walden hits it off with a British babe, but neither of them is sure he's ready to re-enter the dating world. 11 What a Lovely Landing Strip Episode 115th December 2011 Walden is trying his best to impress his new love interest when Bridget reappears in his life. 12 One False Move, Zimbabwe! Episode 1212th December 2011 Walden's mother arrives and Alan is smitten with her, even as she reveals a secret about Walden's past that sends him into a downward spiral. 13 Slowly and in a Circular Fashion Episode 132nd January 2012 Walden's ex-wife and mother try to take control of his company, so he turns to Alan for help. 14 A Possum on Chemo Episode 1416th January 2012 Zoey tries to convince Walden to cut his hair and shave; Alan and Lyndsey revive their relationship. 15 The Duchess of Dull-in-Sack Episode 156th February 2012 Walden tries to loosen Zooey up by sharing some of Berta's special brownies. 16 Sips, Sonnets and Sodomy Episode 1613th February 2012 Strained relationships and girl-fighting result when a huge storm traps Walden, Alan, Zoey and Lyndsey in the house on Valentine's Day. 17 Not in My Mouth! Episode 1720th February 2012 Walden and Zoey's relationship suffers after they share a near-death experience. Meanwhile, Alan wonders if Lyndsey has a drinking problem. 18 The War Against Gingivitis Episode 1827th February 2012 Walden's ex-business partner shows up at the beach house looking to make peace. 19 Palmdale, Ech Episode 1919th March 2012 Alan and Lyndsey introduce their mothers. Jake and Eldridge get a ride from Walden to a party. 20 Grandma's Pie Episode 209th April 2012 Walden breaks the news to Zoey that he is going into business with his ex-wife. Alan and Lyndsey try to cope with their mom's relationship. 21 Mr. Hose Says "Yes" Episode 2116th April 2012 Walden's commitment is tested when Zoey and her daughter come to live with him. Meanwhile, Alan gets more than he bargained for when he moves in with Lyndsey 22 Why We Gave Up Women Episode 2230th April 2012 Charlie's ghost pays a visit to Alan after he suffers a minor heart attack. 23 The Straw in My Donut Hole Episode 237th May 2012 Alan is showered with love and affection upon returning from the hospital, but Zoey isn't so sure it's deserved. 24 Oh Look! Al-Qaeda! Episode 2414th May 2012 Jake is pressured to make a decision about his future.