The Thomas Gribalski Affair

what happens

Louis and Twitty are playing a game of stinky sockball. Tom is there, too, but he doesn't care to join in. He is excited, though, when Mr. Stevens brings home a carve-your-own-leprechaun kit. Louis suggest his dad start without him and use Tom to help instead. Soon, though, Louis is surprised and dismayed when Tom gets on a first-name basis with his dad and begins spending more and more time with him. Louis confesses to Tawny that he fears Tom is taking the role of his dad's son away from him. Tawny suggests he find a shared interest with his dad. Steve Stevens is surprised one afternoon at the golf course when Louis shows up, ready to play. But Tom is already there too. The threesome plays, with Louis doing badly while Tom earns compliments from Steve. Louis finally makes a tough shot, but Steve and Tom aren't paying attention. Louis' frustration boils over and he tells Tom he can take his place as Steve's son. Both Tom and Mr. Stevens are stunned--they didn't realize Louis felt this

who made it

directed

Paul Hoen

written

Scott Frazee, Brooke Kaiser

guest cast

Billed for this episode only — the turn people remember an episode for.

• Ty Hodges as Larry Beale
• Margo Harshman as Tawny Dean
• A.J. Trauth as Alan Twitty
• Fred Meyers as Tom Gribalski
• George Anthony Bell as Principal Conrad Wexler