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Best Episodes of Growing Pains
I'd Rather Lead a Band
S2 Ep1
9.0
21st Apr 1993
The Hollingsworths have been fostering pre-adoptive babies one after the other for months and Tom's had enough of nappies and sleepless nights.
Pat promises little Adam will be the last one – but then Caroline comes up with a request she can't refuse.
Worst Episodes of Growing Pains
Steppin' Out
S1 Ep1
4.5
16th May 1992
When Pat Hollingsworth decides she wants to start fostering she faces a hostile response from her family, particularly from husband Tom, who was looking forward to enjoying a peaceful middle age, pursuing his lifelong obsession with old Hollywood musicals.
Growing Pains Episode Guide
Steppin' Out
S1 Ep1
4.5
16th May 1992
When Pat Hollingsworth decides she wants to start fostering she faces a hostile response from her family, particularly from husband Tom, who was looking forward to enjoying a peaceful middle age, pursuing his lifelong obsession with old Hollywood musicals.
Rock a Bye Your Baby
S1 Ep2
6.0
23rd May 1992
Tom feels he's losing his grip now that the foster children are firmly in residence. "Smurf" is falling out with Simon, Kathy is eating everything except food, and baby Colin likes unravelling Tom's favourite cassette. Their dogs are giving Pat asthma, and the children all wet the bed every night.
Let's Face the Music
S1 Ep3
30th May 1992
Tom and Pat are both worried that their in-depth interview will reveal secrets from their past.
Dearly Beloved
S1 Ep4
6th Jun 1992
The arrival of adorable toddler Abigail causes heartache, and Mark's first love affair causes headaches.
Better Luck Next Time
S1 Ep5
13th Jun 1992
The Hollingsworths hear some distressing news about Abigail's mother; Tom discovers that his real father is alive; and Pat finds she has an ally in her attractive boss Andy.
The Lady and the Tramp
S1 Ep6
20th Jun 1992
The Hollingsworths are fazed by the arrival of Mercedes, a sophisticated 11-year-old.
Put On a Happy Face
S1 Ep7
27th Jun 1992
Pat never wanted to foster a teenager and when Tom agrees to take on 13-year-old Jason, her worst fears are confirmed.
The Ugly Duckling
S1 Ep8
4th Jul 1992
Tom's enthusiasm for the school fun-run is not shared by Pat and the children.
It Only Happens When I Dance with You
S1 Ep9
11th Jul 1992
Pat is worried about how much Andy is confiding in her. Jason's mother turns up saying she wants him back.
I'm Old Fashioned ...
S1 Ep10
18th Jul 1992
On their romantic weekend, Pat and Tom become close again.
The best rated episodes of Growing Pains are:
I'd Rather Lead a Band S2E1 rated 9.0
The lowest rated episodes of Growing Pains are:
Steppin' Out S1E1 rated 4.5
The first episode of Growing Pains aired on May 16, 1992.
The last episode of Growing Pains aired on July 14, 1993.
