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Family Ties S5E17 — A Tale of Two Cities (1)
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Family Ties•Season 5•Episode 17

A Tale of Two Cities (1)

7.2/10 · 129 votesFeb 5, 198724 min

Ranked #17 of 28 in Season 5•−0.1 vs season avg

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The Keaton's are a house divided over a ""major"" domestic issue whether to redecorate their old-fashioned, but cozy kitchen. Elyse, Mallory and Jennifer think the time has come to leave the familiar behind and opt for a new, more modern look. Steven loves the kitchen's

Directed byPeter Baldwin
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Cast6

Meredith Baxter

Meredith Baxter

Elyse Keaton

Michael Gross

Michael Gross

Steven Keaton

Michael J. Fox

Michael J. Fox

Alex P. Keaton

Justine Bateman

Justine Bateman

Mallory Keaton

Tina Yothers

Tina Yothers

Jennifer Keaton

Brian Bonsall

Brian Bonsall

Andy Keaton

Crew1

Peter Baldwin

Peter Baldwin

Director

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Episode Summary

"A Tale of Two Cities (1)" is episode 17 of Family Ties season 5. It scored 7.2/10 from 129 votes, ranking #17 of 28 episodes this season (season average 7.3). Directed by Peter Baldwin, it aired on February 5, 1987.

Next: E18 · A Tale of Two Cities (2)Best of Season 5