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Full House Episode Guide |
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Season 3: Episodes 045 - 068 (24) (1989-1990)
1/45 "Tanner's Island" September 22, 1989 To celebrate the two-year anniversary of the day when Jesse and Joey moved in to help out with his daughters, Danny surprises the family (and Becky) with a special trip to Hawaii! Everyone is looking forward to soaking up some rays and having a great time, but Danny's pre-planned Clipboard of Fun puts a bit of a damper on things. Joey is determined to connect with a beautiful hula dancer that he meets on the first day, and Becky is not too pleased when her Elvis-obsessed boyfriend behaves like a complete wannabe throughout the vacation. The family friction reaches a new level when everyone gets stranded on an island because they didn't tie the rope right on the boat. (Gilligan's Island style), and with the adults fighting practically every minute of the day, the kids might need to do a little role reversal with the grown-ups.
2/46 "Back To School Blues" September 29, 1989 As the new school year begins, 2nd grader Stephanie is nervous about being without her older sister, who is now headed for junior high. Unfortunately for DJ, 7th grade causes more than a few problems. Separated from her best friend and forced to eat lunch alone in a telephone booth after she was dressed like the teacher that everybody hates, she and Kimmy concoct a plan to fit in with the popular girls, but their methods don't exactly fly well with Danny. Meanwhile, to impress a client, Joey and Jesse dabble in some golf--a sport that does not exactly come naturally to Jesse.
3/47 "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do" October 6, 1989 After enduring a rough horseback riding excursion with Becky, a frustrated Jesse refuses to participate in any future visits to the stable. Angry that isn't willing to take part in more things that she enjoys, Becky breaks even by skipping Jesse's music rehearsal, and when the two get into a heated argument, it looks like their relationship may be reaching the end. Upon hearing the news of their breakup, DJ--who has formed a strong bond with Becky--teams up with Stephanie to get the grown-ups back together. Meanwhile, Stephanie is elated when she finally loses her tooth, and after placing it under her pillow for the tooth fairy, she wakes up to an unexpected surprise. Also, the guys try to teach Michelle how to share after a bad play date.
4/48 "Nerd for a Day" October 13, 1989 When Jesse learns that Stephanie has been joining her fellow classmates in making fun of another child, he takes up the responsibility of encouraging his young niece to apologize and change her behavior. She goes along with it to obey her uncle, but when Walter Berman (aka "Duckface") believes that Stephanie may have romantic feelings for him, she resents Jesse's involvement in the situation--until one little incident teaches Stephanie how much it hurts to be the target of teasing. Meanwhile, DJ selects Michelle as her subject for a unique school assignment, and Joey temporarily steps in for Becky as Danny's co-host on Wake Up, San Francisco.
5/49 "Granny Tanny" October 20, 1989 When Danny's mother arrives for an extended visit, the family realizes that as a divorced woman with independent children, Claire's recent retirement has left her feeling useless. To help her through this difficult time, Danny convinces everyone to act as if they can't function without Grandma. Leaving a few dirty dishes in the sink and allowing Claire to pick out a new bed for Michelle seem relatively harmless, but the little plan backfires when Claire decides that she should move in permanently. Will her precious baby boy have the courage to confront her with the truth about his foolish behavior? Meanwhile, Michelle is initially thrilled about getting out of her crib and having a brand-new "big girl bed," but when she gets scared, Jesse ends up having to sleep with her through the first night.
6/50 "Star Search" November 3, 1989 After watching a fateful videotape from his college days, Joey is reminded of a little deal he made with himself several years ago: if he didn't become a successful comedien within ten years, he would drop it all and try something new. With his self-implemented deadline just two weeks away, Joey goes full-force with his practicing and, with the loving support of his family, lands a spot on an upcoming episode of Star Search. Joey is up against some of the best talent in the area, but with his own unique abilities, will he manage to endure the pressure and pull off a victory?
7/51 "And They Call It Puppy Love" November 10, 1989 It's been obvious for a while that the Tanner family could use a good dog, but when an Ohio-native golden retriever shows up in the backyard, Joey and the kids do their best to hide "Minnie" from Danny and Jesse. The secret is eventually unleashed, of course, but the family faces an even bigger issue when they find out that Minnie is expecting puppies. Meanwhile, Jesse has trouble staying focused on studying for a license renewal, and after Minnie gives birth, her owner arrives to bring them all home--but not before making a special offer to the Tanners.
8/52 "Divorce Court" November 17, 1989 Family discord is not usually in high supply within the Tanner household, but trouble begins when DJ and Stephanie--who haven't been getting along too well recently--duke it out over privacy issues in their shared bedroom. Frustrated that her big sister doesn't appreciate her, Stephanie impulsively moves in with little Michelle--a decision that the 7-year-old soon regrets. Of course, the kids aren't the only ones at odds with each other; Danny, Jesse, and Joey go on live air with Wake Up, San Francisco, challenge one another to a footrace, and set out to prove who is the most physically strong.
9/53 "Dr. Dare Rides Again" November 24, 1989 When one of Jesse's former buddies drops in unexpectedly, it's a nostalgic trip down memory lane as they reminisce about their reckless days from the past. Initially, it's all in good fun when Pete teases Jesse about going from Dr. Dare to Dr. Seuss, but Jesse--who misses being young and wants to prove that he's still in touch with his old wild spirit--nearly risks everything when he plans to attempt a dangerous motorcycling stunt. Meanwhile, Michelle is not too happy when the family puppy laps up her ice cream, and when the 3-year-old decides to hold a grudge, will Joey be able to make peace?
Guest Star: Scott Baio
10/54 "The Greatest Birthday on Earth" December 1, 1989 With Michelle's third birthday quickly approaching, the entire family is enthusiastic about planning her circus party--all except for Jesse, that is, who has never been very fond of clowns. DJ dresses up as a lion trainer, with the family puppy as her subject, and Stephanie eagerly attempts to improve her juggling skills. Disaster hits when Jesse takes Stephanie and Michelle with him to the gas station on the morning of the big day, and as a sea of three-year-olds show up at the Tanner house expecting entertainment, Jesse--who is locked in a dirty gas station with his two young nieces--must come up with some creative solutions to cheer up the birthday girl.
11/55 "Aftershocks" December 8, 1989 In the wake of a frightening earthquake, Danny is initially willing to deny Stephanie's excessive clinginess. It all seems relatively harmless to him at first, but Danny finally recognizes the seriousness of the situation when his distraught daughter won't even let him go on a business dinner for a few hours. Unable to get Stephanie to share her feelings with him, Danny reluctantly agrees that this is not something that a dad can handle on his own. Meanwhile, DJ--who wakes up one morning with a zit on her nose--nervously anticipates her role in a school play.
12/56 "Joey & Stacey and...Oh, Yeah, Jesse" December 15, 1989 Jesse concocts an idea for a commercial and teams up with Joey to pitch it to their client, but it is soon rejected. When one of the commercial's backup singers notices how Jesse takes charge and shoots down every attempt that Joey makes to offer his input, she encourages Joey to be bolder and make himself heard. Joey soon forms a romantic relationship with Stacy, and her support prompts him to introduce his own commercial idea without consulting Jesse first. Furious when Joey's presentation is lapped up by their client, a jealous Jesse gets into a huge fight with Joey--developments that could stand to destroy their friendship. Back at home, Stephanie is devastated when Comet chews up her favorite stuffed bear, and by watching her two sisters step in to help repair the damage, Jesse just might be motivated to clean up the mess that he has made.
13/57 "No More Mr. Dumb Guy" January 5, 1990 Jesse is invited by Becky to a literature soiree, but he declines, believing that his lack of formal education wouldn't serve him too well among the other guests. Later, when Jesse feels threatened by a handsome and apparently flirtatious former professor of Becky's, he shows up at the event with an attitude that just might destroy his relationship with his girlfriend. Back at the Tanner house, Danny is thrilled when a co-worker graciously accepts his invitation for a dinner date, and DJ and Stephanie live to regret bringing their little sister into the verbal insult business.
14/58 "Misadventures in Baby-Sitting" January 12, 1990 Eager to have her very own phone line installed in her bedroom, DJ proposes that she do some babysitting to help pay for it—a plan that Danny is willing to consider. Spending an evening with 8-year-old Brian doesn’t seem too difficult at first, but what’s a teenager to do when her little charge gets his head stuck between the stairwell railings? Back at the Tanner house, Stephanie experiences her own babysitting woes when she is placed in charge of Michelle, and an innocent card-playing session with some buddies gets Jesse in some hot water with Becky and Danny unsuccessfully being a "guy" for a night.
15/59 "Lust in the Dust" January 26, 1990 Stephanie’s beautiful young dancing instructor seems like the ideal match for free agent Danny, but because he has a reputation for finding multiple reasons not to put himself out there, his daughters take it upon themselves to arrange a little date at the house. Sure enough, after sparks fly between them at the lunch table, Danny and Karen spend a wonderful day together, but there is just one thing about this girl that may send Danny running as fast as he can. Meanwhile, Jesse is miserably late for an important rehearsal because his keys are missing, and the notoriously sneaky Michelle is branded as the culprit.
16/60 "Bye, Bye Birdie" February 2, 1990 Michelle is too eager to sleep the night before her first day of preschool, and when she finally arrives in the classroom the next morning, her happiness is squashed when she is involved in an unfortunate incident with the class bird. Feeling that nobody likes her, Michelle stubbornly refuses to go back--an idea that Jesse accepts, since he understands what it is like to be outcasted at school. After Danny makes it clear that this is not a viable option, the adults must devise a plan to ease young Michelle back into the preschool that once excited her. Meanwhile, Stephanie gets herself in some hot water when her latest attempts to read DJ's diary backfire miserably.
17/61 "13 Candles" February 9, 1990 When her milestone 13th birthday arrives, DJ celebrates with a fabulous boy-girl party at the house. The friendly and handsome Kevin Quinn is in attendance, but when DJ is too shy to talk to him, Kimmy conspires with the rest of the guests to arrange for Kevin to lock lips with the birthday girl. After the plan backfires, thanks to her eavesdropping father, uncle, and Joey and DJ is left feeling humiliated, who will step in to comfort her in the absence of her mother?
18/62 "Mr. Egghead" February 16, 1990 Joey is anxious to prove himself as the new star of the educational children's show Mr. Egghead, but what he doesn't seem to understand is that the job requires a little more than just liking kids. With Stephanie's second grade class serving as the audience for a test run show that will determine Joey's eligibility for the position, an experiment goes wrong and leaves Stephanie with a broken nose--the day before she is scheduled to have her Class Picture Day! Meanwhile, while Stephanie laments over the inevitable teasing that she will encounter at school, Danny and DJ must use all the tricks in the book to appeal a driving ticket that they received while on the road.
19/63 "Those Better Not Be the Days" February 23, 1990 The girls' recent bouts of greediness are one thing, but when they stop saying "thank you" altogether, a new game is concocted to teach them a lesson. Everyone switches roles for the day, giving DJ and Stephanie the opportunity to act as "parents" to Danny, Jesse, and Joey. When the plan backfires, the guys nervously imagine their long-term future as the kids' personal slaves--and it's not the prettiest of sights!
20/64 "Honey, I Broke the House" March 9, 1990 What's a 7-year-old kid to do on a lazy afternoon, when nobody in the family is available to play? Itching for some entertainment, Stephanie climbs into Joey's brand-new car--and ends up crashing it through the kitchen wall. Terrified to face anyone, she decides that bolting to Mexico might be the best option. Meanwhile, as everyone experiences very different reactions to the kitchen's newest little decoration, Jesse gets a bout of jealousy as Becky plans a date with a smooth-talking football stud.
21/65 "Just Say No Way" March 30, 1990 After weeks of planning and organizing a school dance, DJ is disappointed to learn that the scheduled band cannot perform. After convincing Jesse to lend his musical talents for the evening, DJ preps herself for the big event by asking her biggest crush, Kevin Quinn, to be her escort (with a little unsolicited help from Stephanie). Trouble flares at the dance when Kevin seems uncomfortable and Jesse meets the questionable back-up band that DJ arranged for him. Jesse is willing to be a good sport at first, but nothing can prevent this former “bad boy” from blowing up when he catches his young niece with a beer in her hand. She’s only 13 years old, but could DJ really be headed in such a dangerous direction? Back at home, Joey presents Michelle with a tape recording of the popular children’s song “Baby Beluga” – a decision that he lives to regret.
22/66 "Three Men and Another Baby" April 13, 1990 Danny agrees to do some neighbors a favor by babysitting their baby son Tony for the day, but when Danny is too busy working to take care of the child, he asks Jesse to step in and help. Miraculously, Jesse warms up to Tony and starts bonding with him, but little Michelle isn't too willing to share the attention of her doting uncle. Afraid that Jesse doesn't love her anymore, the confused 3-year-old takes drastic measures to make sure all eyes stay focused on her. Meanwhile, DJ requests Joey's help in completing a tricky math problem, but when he can't seem to figure it out himself, he resorts to phoning in for some help from a very unlikely source: the Nut Store.
23/67 "Fraternity Reunion" April 27, 1990 As Danny and Joey prepare for a 10-year reunion with their former college fraternity, they dress for the event in pearl earrings, fancy dressings, and--gasp!--even feminine hosiery! Oh, the things a couple of men will do to gain revenge on a sorority that stole their fraternity mascot a decade ago! As Danny and Joey's sneaky little plan goes terribly wrong, DJ is at home caring for her little sisters--but when she is too preoccupied to teach Michelle a simple game of "Patty Cake," the little girl turns to a shocking source for entertainment.
24/68 "Our Very First Telethon" May 4, 1990 A special "We Love Our Children" telethon features Danny as the host, and the rest of the family pitches in to make the next 24 hours successful. Jesse and his band perform, Joey exercises his comedy skills, and the adorable Tanner girls capture the heart of the telethon with their singing and dancing. As the monetary donations gradually rise, they hit a snag in the middle of the show--but will a surprise visit from a certain musical legend push them over the top? |