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Silver Spoons

116 episodes · 5 seasons · 1982–1987 · NBC

← Show package · 1980s

Season

Season 1

22 episodes

  1. S01E01 Pilot

    Nothing disturbs the easy irresponsibility of wealthy Edward Stratton III (Joel Hlgglns), who's content to play with his collection of electronlc games-untll 12-year-old Rlcky (Rlcky Schroder) shows up, claiming to be Edward's homeless son. In the opener, Edward gets another jolt when he learns he's on the brink of financial disaster.

  2. S01E02 Boys Will Be Boys

    Boys Will Be Boys — Season 1, Episode 2 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-10-02. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  3. S01E03 Grandfather Stratton

    Grandfather Stratton — Season 1, Episode 3 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-10-09. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  4. S01E04 Me & Mr. T

    Ricky is convinced that his father doesn't love him because he never gets punished. Edward (Joel Higgins) overreacts when Ricky (Ricky Schroder) is beaten up on his first day at school: he hires the formidable Mr. T. ("Rocky III") as a bodyguard.

  5. S01E05 Takin' a Chance on Love

    Takin' a Chance on Love — Season 1, Episode 5 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-10-23. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  6. S01E06 Evelyn Returns

    Evelyn Returns — Season 1, Episode 6 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-10-30. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  7. S01E07 The Great Computer Caper

    The Great Computer Caper — Season 1, Episode 7 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-11-06. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  8. S01E08 I'm Just Wild About Harry

    I'm Just Wild About Harry — Season 1, Episode 8 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-11-13. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  9. S01E09 Honor Thy Father

    Honor Thy Father — Season 1, Episode 9 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-11-20. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  10. S01E10 Father Nature

    Father Nature — Season 1, Episode 10 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-11-27. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  11. S01E11 A Little Magic

    A Little Magic — Season 1, Episode 11 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-12-04. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  12. S01E12 Falling in Love Again

    Falling in Love Again — Season 1, Episode 12 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-12-11. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  13. S01E13 The Best Christmas Ever

    The Best Christmas Ever — Season 1, Episode 13 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1982-12-18. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  14. S01E14 The Most Beautiful Girl in the World

    The Most Beautiful Girl in the World — Season 1, Episode 14 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-01-08. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  15. S01E15 Twelve Angry Kids

    Twelve Angry Kids — Season 1, Episode 15 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-01-15. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  16. S01E16 The Toy Wonder

    The Toy Wonder — Season 1, Episode 16 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-01-22. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  17. S01E17 Popcorn

    Popcorn — Season 1, Episode 17 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-02-05. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  18. S01E18 Junior Businessman

    Edward lets Ricky try his hand at managing an ice cream parlor.

  19. S01E19 Three's a Crowd

    Ricky is afraid he'll feel left out on a skiing trip with his father when Kate unexpectedly joins them.

  20. S01E20 The Empire Strikes Out

    The Empire Strikes Out — Season 1, Episode 20 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-02-26. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  21. S01E21 Won't You Go Home, Bob Danish?

    Won't You Go Home, Bob Danish? — Season 1, Episode 21 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-03-05. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  22. S01E22 The ''X'' Team

    The ''X'' Team — Season 1, Episode 22 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-04-30. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

Season

Season 2

22 episodes

  1. S02E01 Passports to Pleasure

    Passports to Pleasure — Season 2, Episode 1 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-10-15. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  2. S02E02 Attack of the Giant Frog People

    Attack of the Giant Frog People — Season 2, Episode 2 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-10-22. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  3. S02E03 A Fair to Remember

    A Fair to Remember — Season 2, Episode 3 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-10-29. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  4. S02E04 Hospital

    Hospital — Season 2, Episode 4 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-11-12. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  5. S02E05 Mr. President

    Mr. President — Season 2, Episode 5 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-11-19. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  6. S02E06 Driver Ed

    Driver Ed — Season 2, Episode 6 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-11-26. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  7. S02E07 Menudo Madness

    Menudo Madness — Season 2, Episode 7 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-12-03. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  8. S02E08 Happy Birthday

    Happy Birthday — Season 2, Episode 8 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-12-10. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  9. S02E09 Sounds of Silence

    Sounds of Silence — Season 2, Episode 9 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1983-12-17. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  10. S02E10 Rick the Greek

    Rick the Greek — Season 2, Episode 10 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-01-07. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  11. S02E11 Uneasy Rider

    After Kate talks Edward out of buying Ricky a dirt bike, he tricks his visiting mother into buying him one. As a result, they have to terms with Kate's relationship with Ricky's dad.

  12. S02E12 The World's Greatest Father

    The World's Greatest Father — Season 2, Episode 12 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-01-21. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  13. S02E13 I Want to Be Alone

    I Want to Be Alone — Season 2, Episode 13 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-01-28. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  14. S02E14 Mr. Cool

    Mr. Cool — Season 2, Episode 14 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-02-04. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  15. S02E15 St. Louis Blues

    St. Louis Blues — Season 2, Episode 15 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-02-11. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  16. S02E16 A Hunting We Will Go

    A Hunting We Will Go — Season 2, Episode 16 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-02-18. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  17. S02E17 Changes

    Changes — Season 2, Episode 17 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-03-03. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  18. S02E18 A Summer's Romance (1)

    A Summer's Romance (1) — Season 2, Episode 18 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-03-10. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  19. S02E19 A Summer's Romance (2)

    A Summer's Romance (2) — Season 2, Episode 19 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-03-17. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  20. S02E20 Spare the Rod

    Spare the Rod — Season 2, Episode 20 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-03-24. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  21. S02E21 Blazing Hotel Rooms

    Blazing Hotel Rooms — Season 2, Episode 21 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-03-31. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  22. S02E22 Hi, Mom

    Hi, Mom — Season 2, Episode 22 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-04-07. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

Season

Season 3

24 episodes

  1. S03E01 Best Friends

    Best Friends — Season 3, Episode 1 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-09-16. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  2. S03E02 Survival of the Fittest

    Survival of the Fittest — Season 3, Episode 2 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-09-23. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  3. S03E03 Growing Pains (1)

    Growing Pains (1) — Season 3, Episode 3 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-09-30. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  4. S03E04 Growing Pains (2)

    Growing Pains (2) — Season 3, Episode 4 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-10-07. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  5. S03E05 A Dark and Stormy Night

    A Dark and Stormy Night — Season 3, Episode 5 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-10-28. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  6. S03E06 I Won't Dance

    I Won't Dance — Season 3, Episode 6 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-11-04. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  7. S03E07 Voyage of the Darned (1)

    Voyage of the Darned (1) — Season 3, Episode 7 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-11-11. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  8. S03E08 Voyage of the Darned (2)

    Voyage of the Darned (2) — Season 3, Episode 8 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-11-18. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  9. S03E09 The Call of the Wild

    The Call of the Wild — Season 3, Episode 9 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-11-25. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  10. S03E10 Beauties and the Beasts

    Beauties and the Beasts — Season 3, Episode 10 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-12-09. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  11. S03E11 Twas the Night Before Christmas

    Twas the Night Before Christmas — Season 3, Episode 11 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1984-12-16. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  12. S03E12 Lulu's Back in Town

    Pearl Bailey plays Edward's friend Lulu Baker, a retired restaurateur who's back in town to enjoy her golden years. But Rick (Ricky Schroder) would rather see her take over his favorite hamburger hangout.

  13. S03E13 The Trouble with Grandfather

    The Trouble with Grandfather — Season 3, Episode 13 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-01-06. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  14. S03E14 Special Friend

    Special Friend — Season 3, Episode 14 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-01-13. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  15. S03E15 What's Cookin'?

    What's Cookin'? — Season 3, Episode 15 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-01-27. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  16. S03E16 Marry Me, Marry Me (1)

    Marry Me, Marry Me (1) — Season 3, Episode 16 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-02-03. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  17. S03E17 Marry Me, Marry Me (2)

    Marry Me, Marry Me (2) — Season 3, Episode 17 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-02-10. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  18. S03E18 Rick and the Legend

    Edward (Joel Higgins) does his best to remain cool, calm, and clear-headed about Rick's obnoxious and rebellious new friend, who Edward suspects may be a thief.

  19. S03E19 Trouble with Words

    Trouble with Words — Season 3, Episode 19 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-02-24. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  20. S03E20 Hot Shot

    Rick unwittingly sells faulty cameras to his friends after falling prey to a scam set up by two scalawags (Paul Williams, Pat McCormick).

  21. S03E21 All the Principal's Men

    All the Principal's Men — Season 3, Episode 21 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-03-10. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  22. S03E22 Return of the Paisley Conspiracy

    Return of the Paisley Conspiracy — Season 3, Episode 22 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-03-17. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  23. S03E23 The Secret Life of Ricky Stratton

    The Secret Life of Ricky Stratton — Season 3, Episode 23 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-03-24. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  24. S03E24 The Babysitters

    The Babysitters — Season 3, Episode 24 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-04-07. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

Season

Season 4

24 episodes

  1. S04E01 Head Over Heels

    Head Over Heels — Season 4, Episode 1 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-09-15. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  2. S04E02 Mrs. Stratton Builds Her Dreamhouse

    Mrs. Stratton Builds Her Dreamhouse — Season 4, Episode 2 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-09-22. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  3. S04E03 Poor Evelyn

    Poor Evelyn — Season 4, Episode 3 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-10-06. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  4. S04E04 Promises, Promises

    Promises, Promises — Season 4, Episode 4 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-10-13. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  5. S04E05 The Great Baseball Card Scheme

    The Great Baseball Card Scheme — Season 4, Episode 5 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-10-27. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  6. S04E06 The Trouble with Uncle Harry

    The Trouble with Uncle Harry — Season 4, Episode 6 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-11-03. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  7. S04E07 One Strike and You're Out

    One Strike and You're Out — Season 4, Episode 7 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-11-10. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  8. S04E08 Race with Eagles

    Race with Eagles — Season 4, Episode 8 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-11-17. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  9. S04E09 Magnificent Obsession

    Magnificent Obsession — Season 4, Episode 9 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-11-24. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  10. S04E10 Judgment Day

    After learning of Rick's poor grades at school, Edward gives him a stern lecture on why improving his grades will increase his chances of getting into college. Taking his father's words to heart, Rick goes to insane lengths to improve his grades, especially in geometry. However, when Kate sees how stressed out Rick is with regards to his grades, she talks to Edward about relaxing when it comes to taking his son's future so seriously.

  11. S04E11 The Barbarians

    The Barbarians — Season 4, Episode 11 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-12-08. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  12. S04E12 Three Musketeers

    Three Musketeers — Season 4, Episode 12 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-12-15. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  13. S04E13 Second Class Parent

    Second Class Parent — Season 4, Episode 13 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1985-12-21. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  14. S04E14 The Lady is a Tramp

    The Lady is a Tramp — Season 4, Episode 14 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-01-05. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  15. S04E15 Stratton and Stratton

    Stratton and Stratton — Season 4, Episode 15 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-01-12. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  16. S04E16 Daddy Rick

    Daddy Rick — Season 4, Episode 16 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-01-19. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  17. S04E17 One for the Road (1)

    One for the Road (1) — Season 4, Episode 17 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-02-02. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  18. S04E18 One for the Road (2)

    One for the Road (2) — Season 4, Episode 18 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-02-09. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  19. S04E19 Movie Madness

    Movie Madness — Season 4, Episode 19 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-02-16. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  20. S04E20 Rick Sings

    Rick Sings — Season 4, Episode 20 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-02-23. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  21. S04E21 The Way We Weren't

    The Way We Weren't — Season 4, Episode 21 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-03-02. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  22. S04E22 A Family Affair

    A Family Affair — Season 4, Episode 22 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-03-16. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  23. S04E23 Rick at 16

    Rick at 16 — Season 4, Episode 23 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-05-04. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  24. S04E24 Second Best

    Second Best — Season 4, Episode 24 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-05-11. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

Season

Season 5

24 episodes

  1. S05E01 Who's the Boss

    Who's the Boss — Season 5, Episode 1 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-09-15. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  2. S05E02 Lost and Found

    Lost and Found — Season 5, Episode 2 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-09-22. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  3. S05E03 The Live-In

    The Live-In — Season 5, Episode 3 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-09-29. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  4. S05E04 Rick Sells His Sole

    Rick Sells His Sole — Season 5, Episode 4 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-10-06. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  5. S05E05 The Beach House

    The Beach House — Season 5, Episode 5 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-10-13. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  6. S05E06 Rick Moves Out

    Rick Moves Out — Season 5, Episode 6 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-10-20. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  7. S05E07 Man to Man

    Man to Man — Season 5, Episode 7 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-10-27. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  8. S05E08 Hey, Mrs. Robinson

    Hey, Mrs. Robinson — Season 5, Episode 8 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-11-03. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  9. S05E09 Rick's Learning Problem

    Rick's Learning Problem — Season 5, Episode 9 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-11-10. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  10. S05E10 The Triangle

    The Triangle — Season 5, Episode 10 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-11-17. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  11. S05E11 Kate Lassos a Longhorn

    Kate Lassos a Longhorn — Season 5, Episode 11 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1986-11-24. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  12. S05E12 Get the Hook

    Get the Hook — Season 5, Episode 12 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-01-26. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  13. S05E13 Rumors are Flying

    Rumors are Flying — Season 5, Episode 13 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-02-02. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  14. S05E14 The House Guest

    The House Guest — Season 5, Episode 14 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-02-09. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  15. S05E15 Band on the Run

    Band on the Run — Season 5, Episode 15 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-02-16. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  16. S05E16 Author, Author

    Author, Author — Season 5, Episode 16 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-02-23. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  17. S05E17 Mother's Day

    Rick is determined to cook a special Mother's Day dinner for Evelyn.

  18. S05E18 Fallen Idol

    Fallen Idol — Season 5, Episode 18 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-02-16. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  19. S05E19 Baby Blues

    Baby Blues — Season 5, Episode 19 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-02-17. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  20. S05E20 Thoroughly Modern Mildred

    Thoroughly Modern Mildred — Season 5, Episode 20 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-02-26. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  21. S05E21 Pardon My French

    Pardon My French — Season 5, Episode 21 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-02-27. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  22. S05E22 Educating Rick

    Educating Rick — Season 5, Episode 22 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-03-02. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  23. S05E23 Edward's Big Adventure

    Edward's Big Adventure — Season 5, Episode 23 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-03-03. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

  24. S05E24 Let It Snow, Let It Snow

    Let It Snow, Let It Snow — Season 5, Episode 24 of Silver Spoons. Aired 1987-03-04. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.