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The Best Episodes of Family Matters Season 9

Every episode of Family Matters Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Family Matters Season 9!

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A long-running dramedy centering on the Winslow family, a middle-class African American family living in Chicago, and their pesky next-door neighbor, ultra-nerd Steve Urkel. A spin-off of Perfect Strangers.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Family Matters Season 9 Episode 1 - Out With the Old
    7.5/10(138 votes)

    #1 - Out With the Old

    S9:E1

    Urkel gets a makeover for Laura's bachelor auction. Meanwhile, Carl's thinking could use a makeover when Harriette's salary spurs his competitive instincts.

    Director:Joel Zwick
    Writer:David W. Duclon

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  2. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 2 - They Shoot Ducks, Don't They?
    6.9/10(117 votes)

    #2 - They Shoot Ducks, Don't They?

    S9:E2

    Carl accepts a hunting date with his boss and reneges on a promise to spend time with Urkel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 3 - Dumb Belle of the Ball
    7.0/10(123 votes)

    #3 - Dumb Belle of the Ball

    S9:E3

    Nothing will stop Myrtle from attending the Biloxi Debutante Ball--even getting hit by a car trying to save the life of Eddie.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 4 - Drinking and Jiving
    7.4/10(127 votes)

    #4 - Drinking and Jiving

    S9:E4

    Goody-two-shoes Laura has her first beer--and her second and third--at a fraternity party, where she's later rescued by a gallant Urkel. Meanwhile, Carl and Harriette keep their anniversary plans a secret from each other, but not from Eddie, who finds himself in the middle of their fight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 5 - Who's Afraid of the Big Black Book?
    7.2/10(123 votes)

    #5 - Who's Afraid of the Big Black Book?

    S9:E5

    Eddie and Laura's payback games hurt others; Carl's suggestion averts a major gang riot, but credit goes to the commissioner's son.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 6 - A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Read
    7.2/10(126 votes)

    #6 - A Mind Is a Terrible Thing to Read

    S9:E6

    Urkel's new Total Recall Machine malfunctions, leaving him with an uncanny ability to read minds; and Carl gets roped into serving as leader of the boys' Junior Woodsmen troop.

    Director:Joel Zwick
    Writer:Timothy Stack

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  7. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 7 - Stevil II: This Time He's Not Alone
    6.7/10(156 votes)

    #7 - Stevil II: This Time He's Not Alone

    S9:E7

    Stevil, the mischievous ventriloquist dummy, is back to haunt Urkel, but now he's brought along a nightmarish sidekick, Carlsbad. Together Stevil and Carlsbad attempt to take over the souls of Urkel and Carl - wreaking havoc on the whole Winslow household.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 8 - Trading Places
    7.4/10(126 votes)

    #8 - Trading Places

    S9:E8

    Stefan, disguised as Urkel, pays Laura a visit to determine if Urkel's the new man in her life. Meanwhile, Eddie accompanies Carl on his beat, equipped with a video camera.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 9 - A Pain in Harassment
    7.2/10(126 votes)

    #9 - A Pain in Harassment

    S9:E9

    Harriette's new boss blindsides his employees with verbal abuse. Meanwhile, Urkel tries to win a million dollars with a basketball half-court shot in L.A.

    Director:Joel Zwick
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 10 - Original Gangsta Dawg
    6.6/10(136 votes)

    #10 - Original Gangsta Dawg

    S9:E10

    Urkel's hip-hop cousin, O.G.D., makes a bad first impression on the Winslows.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 11 - Deck the Malls
    7.6/10(142 votes)

    #11 - Deck the Malls

    S9:E11

    Christmastime finds Richie awaiting a visit from his mom, and Urkel working as a sluggish gift wrapper at the mall.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 12 - Grill of My Dreams
    7.1/10(129 votes)

    #12 - Grill of My Dreams

    S9:E12

    Urkel apprentices as a teppanyaki chef at a Japanese restaurant and makes his cooking debut in front of Laura. Meanwhile, Carl bird-sits for the commissioner.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 13 - Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
    7.4/10(132 votes)

    #13 - Breaking Up Is Hard to Do

    S9:E13

    Eddie wants to drop out of school to become a cop; and Urkel wants to drop Myra.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 14 - Crazy for You
    7.4/10(133 votes)

    #14 - Crazy for You

    S9:E14

    Myra spies on Urkel's every move with her elaborate "Stevie-Glasses-cam". She is shocked to learn of his upcoming Saturday night date with Laura. When she tells Stefan about her rival's pending date with "her Stevie," Stefan agrees to help rain on their parade. Meanwhile, Carl tries to control Eddie's trigger-happy finger during police training.

    Director:Rich Correll
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 15 - Crazier for You
    6.9/10(125 votes)

    #15 - Crazier for You

    S9:E15

    Urkel discovers that Myra has been spying on him, but he thinks she's really snapped her cap when she starts dressing like Laura. Meanwhile, Harriette learns her wedding ring was originally intended for another.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 16 - Whose Man Is It Anyway?
    6.5/10(125 votes)

    #16 - Whose Man Is It Anyway?

    S9:E16

    Cousin Myrtle dukes it out in the boxing ring with Greta to win Eddie for her own. Meanwhile, 3J longs to find his birth mother.

    Director:Rich Correll
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 17 - Polkapalooza
    7.1/10(128 votes)

    #17 - Polkapalooza

    S9:E17

    Laura reluctantly accompanies Urkel to a polka bash and actually has fun in his wacky world. Meanwhile, Eddie moves into an apartment and regrets giving Carl a standing invitation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 18 - Throw Urkel From the Train
    7.2/10(125 votes)

    #18 - Throw Urkel From the Train

    S9:E18

    Laura gets bad vibes from Maxine's slick new boyfriend; Carl gets into a funk reflecting on a road not taken.

    Director:Joel Zwick
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 19 - Don't Make Me Over
    7.0/10(121 votes)

    #19 - Don't Make Me Over

    S9:E19

    Myrtle gets a makeover, drops her inhibitions, raises her hemlines and goes after Eddie with a vengeance.

    Director:Joel Zwick
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 20 - Pop Goes the Question
    8.1/10(146 votes)

    #20 - Pop Goes the Question

    S9:E20

    Urkel asks Carl for Laura's hand in marriage, but Stefan has already given Laura a ring.

    Director:Joel Zwick
    Writer:David W. Duclon

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  21. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 21 - Lost in Space (1)
    6.9/10(153 votes)

    #21 - Lost in Space (1)

    S9:E21

    The first of a two-part series finale sends Urkel into space, which means he'll have to postpone his marriage to Laura.

    Director:Joel Zwick
    Writer:Timothy Stack

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  22. Family Matters Season 9 Episode 22 - Lost in Space (2)
    6.8/10(165 votes)

    #22 - Lost in Space (2)

    S9:E22

    In the conclusion of the series finale, astro-nerd Urkel's life hangs in the balance when he takes a dangerous walk in space to patch the damaged spacecraft.

    Director:Joel Zwick
    Writer:Timothy Stack

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Out With the Old" is the best rated episode of "Family Matters" season 9. It scored 7.5/10 based on 138 votes. Directed by Joel Zwick and written by David W. Duclon, it aired on 9/19/1997. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "They Shoot Ducks, Don't They?".