THE NORTHERN EXPOSURE EPISODE GUIDE (July 27, 1995) (corrections 7/27/98) This guide is for private use only, and may be distributed freely, as long as the original text remains unchanged. The guide may not be used as part of any publication without the consent of Kimiye Tipton, who can be reached at kimiye@att.net. Co-writer Andy Bates reappeared a couple of months ago after years of silence, so we'll ask him, too. Kimiye maintained the guide from late 4th season and added the writer/director credits for all seasons. My World Wide Web homepage is devoted to NX, with online episode guide, pictures and "Where are they now?" updates on the actors at http://www.gate.net/~kimi/. I will email the guide on request (send email to kimiye@att.net) to those without access to the web or the netnews group alt.tv.northern-exp (http://www.dejanews.com). NOTE: CBS cancelled the series on May 25, 1995 after 110 episodes. The episode was shown July 26, 1995. The show is now in North American syndication on the Arts and Entertainment cable network (http://www.aetv.com) weekdays at 12 noon and 6 pm ET. The third run of the entire series started July 29, 1998. Northern Exposure Episode Guide by Kimiye Tipton and Andy Bates Characters Recurring Guest Stars ---------- --------------------- Dr. Joel Fleischman Rob Morrow Bernard Stevens Richard Cummings Jr. Maurice Minnifield Barry Corbin Ron Doug Ballard Maggie O'Connell Janine Turner Erick Don McManus Holling Vincoeur John Cullum Sgt. Semanski Diane Delano Ed Chigliak Darren E. Burrows Adam Adam Arkin Chris Stevens John Corbett Eve Valerie Mahaffey Shelly Tambo Cynthia Geary Dave the Cook William J. White Marilyn Whirlwind Elaine Miles Walt Moultrie Patten Ruth-Anne Miller Peg Phillips Leonard Graham Greene Dr. Philip Capra Paul Provenza Mike Monroe Anthony Edwards Michelle Capra Teri Polo Episode Air Date Title ------- -------- ----- 1.1 7/12/90 Pilot Written by: Josh Brand and John Falsey Directed by: John Falsey The series pilot finds Joel experiencing culture shock after taking a job in an Alaskan village, where the eccentric townsfolk refuse to let him leave. Peter Gilliam: Robert Nadir Walter: Art LaFleur Rick Pederson: Grant Goodeve Edna: Lois Foraker Patient #1: Tom Hammond Patient #2: Anne Gordon Businessman: John Aylward Stewardess: Denise Kendall 1.2 7/19/90 "Brains, Know-How and Native Intelligence" Written by: Stuart Stevens Directed by: Peter O'Fallon A self-reliant Maggie chides Joel for being helpless when he's beset by plumbing problems; Ed's uncle Anku, a medicine man, refuses medical treatment; and Chris read Walt Whitman over the airwaves and angers Maurice, who prefers show tunes on his station. Anku: Frank Sotonoma Salsedo Rick Pederson: Grant Goodeve Mrs. Anku: Armenia Miles Mindy: Leslie Rueschenberg Woman #1: Hannah Johnson Woman #2: Sandra DeJong Shirley: Jan Poore Man #1: Mitch Hale Man #2: Ken Schneider Man #3: Gary Taylor 1.3 7/26/90 "Soapy Sanderson" Written by: Karen Hall from a story by Karen Hall and Jerry Stahl Directed by: Steve Cragg A hermit goes to extremes when Dr. Joel suggests that he think about the future. Later, Maggie ends up partners with Joel in a land deal in which a Native American chief is also interested. Soapy Sanderson: John McLiam Laurie Batton: Christa Miller Kim Chang: Darryl Fong William Casebear (Accountant): Phil Lucas Chief: Nick Ramus Surveyor: John Murray 1.4 8/2/90 "Dreams, Schemes and Putting Greens" Written by: Sean Clark Directed by: Dan Lerner Joel is asked to be best man at Holling's wedding, but his mind is on helping Maurice sell Alaska to two Japanese businessmen in hopes of becoming the "attending physician"--and playing golf--at their proposed resort. Chiba: Lenny Imamura Masuto: Michael Paul Chan Rick Pederson: Grant Goodeve Gorman Tambo: Anthony Curry Bar Patron: William Douglas Smith 1.5 8/9/90 "Russian Flu" Written by: David Assael Directed by: David Carson Flu-stricken townsfolk and the crafty Maggie unwittingly do their part to sabotage Joel's plans for a romantic respite with Elaine. Elaine Schulman: Jessica Lundy Charles "Red" Murphy: John Aylward Rick Pederson: Grant Goodeve Clem Tillman: Dave Guppy Townspeople: Martha Baskin, Charlie Russo, Ralph Von Hollebeke, Mark Mitchell, Lyn Tyrrell, Sylvia Langdon 1.6 8/16/90 "Sex, Lies, and Ed's Tape" Written by: Josh Brand and John Falsey Directed by: Sandy Smolan A young man from Saskatchewan puts Shelly in a pickle and leaves Holling with neck-lock; Ed's vision for a blockbuster movie is blurred by writer's block; and Rick blames "the O'Connell curse" for his disturbing medical problem. Wayne Jones: Brandon Douglas M.C.: Jeffrey Carpentier 1.7 8/23/90 "A Kodiak Moment" Written by: Steve Wasserman and Jessica Klein Directed by: Max Tash After his brother dies, Maurice searches for an heir on whom to bestow his fortune, but his choice results in a father-son squabble; Shelly tags along when Holling and Ed go after Jesse, the elusive brown bear; and Joel is not amused when Maggie takes over his out-of-town childbirthing class. Nancy: Teri Thomas Sue-Ellen: Kellee Bradley Mike: Wayne Waterman Phyllis: Lisa Budak Kerry: Elise Nelson 1.8 8/30/90 "Aurora Borealis" Written by: Charles Rosen Directed by: Peter O'Fallon Anticipation of the aurora borealis illuminates dreams for Chris and for his new-found soul mate. But the northern lights bring nightmares for Joel, who must journey into the woods on a house call amid rumors of a Bigfoot-like creature roaming the area. Adam: Adam Arkin Bernard: Richard Cummings Jr. Ranger Burns: John Procaccino Rick Pederson: Grant Goodeve Adolescent Chris: Ryan O'Neill Carl Jung: Lou Hetler Mother: Sandy Miller [Last scheduled show.] [sub-titled: "A Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups"] 2.1 4/8/91 "Goodbye To All That" Written by: Robin Green Directed by: Stuart Margolin The installation of a satellite dish at Holling's saloon signals a new era--and a second season-- in Alaska, where Shelly becomes mesmerized by the video extravaganza before her, and Dr. Joel reacts to a Dear John letter from Elaine. Tori Gould: Beverly Leech Rick Pederson: Grant Goodeve Kid Joel: Grant Gelt Alison: Therese Xavier Tinling Proprietor: Margaret Mason 2.2 4/15/91 "The Big Kiss" Written by: Henry Bromell Directed by: Sandy Smolan Ed turns to the 256-year-old Indian spirit of One-Who-Waits to learn who his parents are; and Chris turns to a local beauty for a cure after he's rendered mute by a beautiful woman passing through town. One-Who-Waits: Floyd Red Crow Westerman Smith: Eloy Casados Great Aunt: Geraldine Keams Girl: Jessika Cardinahl Bingo Caller: Albert J. Hood Mrs. Emerson: Carolyn Byrne Townsperson 1: David J. Guppy Townsperson 2: Don Eastman Bingo Players: Rosetta Pintado, Katherine Davis, Susan Morales, Oscar Kawagley 2.3 4/22/91 "All Is Vanity" Written by: Andrew Schneider and Diane Frolov Directed by: Nick Marck Invigorated by temperatures of "aught seven" degrees in Cicely, Alaska...Holling opts for circumcision to be "more in style" for his girlfriend, Shelly. Dr. Joel plays Maggie's intended in a web of deceit to fool her visiting father. And townsfolk watch over the body of Mr. Unknown Person, who dropped dead in Joel's waiting room, with the only clue to his identity being a note in his pocket reading: "Pick up shirt Monday." Frank O'Connell: John McCann Martin: Rex Linn Wife: Sharon Collar Husband: O. C. "Mac" McCallum Patient #10: Cathy Bryan Man #1: Peter Bradshaw Man #2: Charles Russo 2.4 4/29/91 "What I Did For Love" Written by: Ellen Herman Directed by: Steve Robman Maggie's dream of Joel's death in a plane crash sparks earnest farewells from the locals, but the premonition spooks Joel enough to consider canceling his visit home, especially after feeling suspicious about his substitute; and Maurice welcomes a visit from an astronaut groupie. Ingrid Klochner: Elizabeth Huddle David Ginsberg: Leo Geter Mr. Streisand: Paul Fleming Woman #1: Pamela Abas-Ross Woman #2: Dorothy Hanlin Man: Phil Lucas Little Boy: David A. Hrdlicka Mrs. Streisand: Laura Kenny 2.5 5/6/91 "Spring Break" Written by: David Assael Directed by: Rob Thompson Libidos run amok in anticipation of Cicely's spring meltdown: Maggie and Joel invade each other's dreams; an imposing state trooper sweeps Maurice off his feet; Holling's bucking for a fight; Shelly can't get enough of D.H. Lawrence; and a robber makes off with residents' radios. Officer Barbara Semanski: Diane Delano Gary McClellan: John Mese Knockout #1: Jill Pierce Knockout #2: Mary Anderson Lumberjack: Gregg Loughridge Logger: Gary Taylor 2.6 5/13/91 "War And Peace" Written by: Robin Green and Henry Bromell Directed by: Bill D'Elia Celebrations with vodka, borscht and Chris's radio reading of "War and Peace" are in order when Soviet legend Nikolai makes his annual appearance, bearing gifts and itching to challenge archrival Maurice to a chess match. Meanwhile, torturous dreams keep Holling from much-needed sleep; Chris's poetic lines help Ed woo a lusty farm girl. Nikolai Ivanovich Apalanov: Elya Baskin Lightfeather Duncan: Dana Andersen Father Duncan: Alan Fudge Dave the Cook: William James White Eagle 2.7 5/20/91 "Slow Dance" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: David Carson The curse of Maggie strikes again, and Rick is struck dead--by a falling satellite; two newcomers have more in common with Maurice--including a love of show tunes and gourmet cooking-- than he'd like to admit; and Shelly feels like a third wheel as Holling enjoys a reunion with an old gal from Nome. 3.1 9/23/91 "The Bumpy Road To Love" Written by: Martin Sage and Sybil Adelman Directed by: Nick Marck A third season blows clouds on to love's horizon for some denizens of Cicely, Alaska. For Maggie, a ceremony to unveil a larger-than-life-size statue of recently deceased boyfriend Rick turns gloomier when a female stranger in the crowd pipes up with an intimate eulogy of her own. This revelation of Rick's unfaithfulness sends Maggie storming off to drown her sorrows in drink. Meanwhile, Maurice is walking on air thanks to his unbridled emotion for a gun-loving, by-the-book state trooper, but a search for tax loopholes may ground him. And Joel is bound for disaster when the nomadic Adam requests a late-night house call for his ailing wife, Eve. Eve: Valerie Mahaffey Officer Barbara Semanski: Diane Delano Joanne: Catherine de Prume Adam: Adam Arkin Rick Pederson: Grant Goodeve 3.2 9/30/91 "Only You" Written by: Ellen Herman Directed by: Bill D'Elia Maurice accuses Holling of snapping an unflattering photograph of him; Joel focuses on Chris's uncanny ability to attract women, while Chris becomes fixated on a woman out of his reach; and Maggie envisions her vision problem as a sign of decline. Irene Rondenet: Caitlin Clarke Linda: Heidi Swedberg Patti: Denice Duff 3.3 10/7/91 "Oy, Wilderness" Written by: Robin Green Directed by: Miles Watkins An emergency landing in Maggie's plane sends Maggie foraging for food in the wilderness, while Joel sits idly by blubbering about the menu. Back in Cicely, the arrival of Shelly's best friend triggers a tiff--and reminiscences over lost youth. Cindy: Christine Elise 3.4 10/14/91 "Animals R Us" Written by: Robin Green Directed by: Nick Marck Maggie proclaims that Rick has returned--in the guise of a lovable malamute; Maurice envisions a multimillion-dollar ostrich farm; and auteur Ed captures in his film the human landscape of Cicely. Grandma Woody: Sparkle Crow Flies Straight: Harry Pringle Jerry the Indian: Bryson Liberty Dog Owner: Kellee Bradley Special Dog Effects: Frank Welker 3.5 10/28/91 "Jules et Joel" Written by: Stuart Stevens Directed by: Jim Hayman Mental ghouls and goblins wreak havoc with Joel after a fall in the woods, bringing to Cicely the specter of Jules, his slick twin brother who trades places with Joel to practice medicine and court Maggie. Meanwhile, Holling pays an old debt; and Chris braces for a meeting with an old neighbor and felon. Jules: Rob Morrow Officer Barbara Semanski: Diane Delano Buddy: Douglas Rowe Jerry: John Procaccino Sigmund Freud: Lou Hetler Man In Street: Gary Taylor Woman In Cab: Shelley Henning Logger: Dave Guppy Cab Driver: Ben DiGregorio Patient: Robert J. Zenk Crazed Caller: Raymond O'Connor 3.6 11/4/91 "The Body In Question" Written by: Henry Bromell Directed by: David Carson Chris's discovery of the frozen century-old corpse of a Frenchman has a once-skeptical Joel rethinking the course of history, Maurice plotting a new enterprise, Shelly pondering fertility, and Holling reflecting on his own tainted gene pool. Elijah: Allan Miller Dave the Cook: William J. White Woman: Sharon Collar Yo'el: Shmuly Levitin Tellakutan: Gabriel Salvador 3.7 11/11/91 "Roots" Written by: Dennis Koenig and Jordan Budde Directed by: Sandy Smolan The widow Elaine shows up unexpectedly and gets a cold reception from ex-fiance Joel, until Maggie unintentionally plays matchmaker; the arrival of Chris's brother Bernard conjures up dreams of Africa in Chris, who declares himself to be a "person of color"; and a new chef makes a culinary impression. Elaine Schulman: Jessica Lundy Bernard: Richard Cummings Jr. Adam: Adam Arkin African Dance Sequences by Djimbe West African Drummers and Dancers and Ceedo Senegalese Dance Company 3.8 11/18/91 "A-Hunting We Will Go" Written by: Craig Volk Directed by: Bill D'Elia After grousing about the hunting frenzy sweeping Cicely, Joel sees first hand what it's all about by outfitting himself to join Chris and Holling for the primal ritual in the wilds. Holling, however, prefers the home fires to camp fires. Meanwhile, back in town, Ed fears that Ruth-Anne is being stalked by the grim reaper. 3.9 12/9/91 "Get Real" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Michael Katleman A colorful bus breaks down in Cicely, carrying a traveling carnival troupe whose nonverbal "flying man" takes a fancy to Marilyn. But there's heartache in store for Shelly when Holling takes note of her "inordinately large" feet. Meanwhile, as Chris becomes captivated by the mysteries of magic, Joel hits the books after deciding on a subspecialty. Steve: Richard Brestoff Adrienne: Judith Kahan Nina: Remy Ryan Enrico Bellati, the Flying Man: Bill Irwin Mrs. Whirlwind: Armenia Miles Mr. Whirlwind: Reginald Ward Handsome Man: Dan Perkins Ludwig Wittgenstein Masquerade and Reality Company: Cirque du Soleil 3.10 12/16/91 "Seoul Mates" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Jack Bender The holidays are celebrated with a pageant of the raven by the townsfolk, and bring mixed blessings for an accident-prone Maggie, a first Christmas tree for Joel, and a foreign family for Maurice. Yung Yong Ja: Kim Kim Yung Duk Won: Kwi Hyun (James) Song Yung Bong Joo: Chi-Muoi Lo Narssak: Ralph P. Martin Dave the Cook: William J. White 3.11 1/6/92 "Dateline: Cicely" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Michael Fresco Maurice goes out on a limb to spice up his newspaper's coverage by hiring an unnamed reporter given to clandestine meetings; Maggie talks to the trees, but Joel won't listen; and, to ease Holling's tax debts, Chris becomes a partner at the Brick, where he sets about sprucing up the place. Adam: Adam Arkin Man on Street: Gary Taylor Eddie: Eddie Levi Lee Dave the Cook: William J. White 3.12 1/13/92 "Our Tribe" Written by: David Assael Directed by: Lee Shallet Joel reluctantly undergoes a cultural conversion after receiving a goat as a gift from a grateful village elder, who insists on "adopting" him into her tribe; and a mysterious Holling shuts down the Brick, ostensibly to wax the floors. Gloria Noanuk: Rosetta Pintado Morning Star: Harry Pringle Judy Baker: Mary Waskey George Tuck: Al Hood Libby Stevens: Katherine Davis Goat Sounds: Frank Welker 3.13 1/20/92 "Things Become Extinct" Written by: Robin Green from a story by Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Dean Parisot A study in self-examination brings on a midlife crisis for Holling, opens up another door for Ed and leaves Joel feeling culturally isolated. Ira Wingfeather: Bryson Liberty Earl the Barber: Jerry Morris 3.14 2/3/92 "Burning Down The House" Written by: Robin Green Directed by: Rob Thompson Tempers sizzle with the arrival of Maggie's "pathologically polite" mother, who brings alarming news for Maggie; the creative process inflames Chris with an unusual vision for his conceptual-art project; and Joel offers up a challenge to a chimney sweep who has lost his drive to win. Jane O'Connell: Bibi Besch Larry Coe (Chimney Sweep): John M. Jackson Gary: Gary Taylor Townsperson: Haynes Brooke 3.15 2/24/92 "Democracy In America" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Michael Katleman Mayoral incumbent Holling is stung by news that he has a formidable opponent--old friend Edna Hancock, who's got a bee in her bonnet over a promise he never followed up on. The election also finds Shelly tasting the aphrodisiac of power, Chris waxing patriotic, Ed anticipating his first time voting, and Joel and Maggie arguing party politics. Edna Hancock: Rita Taggart George the Barber: Clayton Corazette Dave the Cook: William J. White Customer: Eric Ray Anderson Dorothy: Dorothy Hanlin Logger: Patrick Ryals 3.16 3/2/92 "The Three Amigos" Written by: Mitchell Burgess and Robin Green Directed by: Matthew Nodella The death of a rugged hunting companion sends Holling and Maurice packing for the wilderness, intending to make good on a promise to bury him miles from civilization at a paradise called No-Name Point. But they're bogged down with disasters, including hooking up with the man's headstrong widow. Solvang Planey: Joanna Cassidy Reinhard Shoulder: Norbert Weisser Teak: Brian T. Finney Pig Eye: Tom Spinner 3.17 3/9/92 "Lost And Found" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Steve Robman Landlady Maggie calls in an exorcist when Joel hears rumblings of the ghost of a loner who committed suicide in the house some 40 years ago; another menace for Joel is the hypochondriac Eve, who complains of a host of new ailments; Maurice considers it an honor to do a favor for an old colonel. Eve: Valerie Mahaffey Emile: Time Winters Colonel Gordon KcKern: Noble Willingham Dave the Cook: William J. White Mr. Swanson: Gary Taylor Patron: Robert J. Zenk 3.18 3/16/92 "My Mother, My Sister" Written by: Kate Boutilier and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Rob Thompson An infant abandoned in Joel's waiting room gets plenty of TLC from Cicely residents and even stirs nesting instincts in some. But for Shelly, a surprise visit from her youth-crazed mother turns family life topsy-turvy. Tammy Tambo: Wendy Schaal Kenny Cadashay: Sean O'Bryan Adam: Adam Arkin Dave the Cook: William J. White 3.19 3/23/92 "Wake-Up Call" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Nick Marck Spring has sprung in Cicely and with it come crocuses, free eggs at the Brick, a rebirth of sorts for Shelly, a diagnostic refresher for Joel, and an awakening of passions for Maggie. Arthur: Andreas Wisniewski Leonard Quinhagak: Graham Greene Dave the Cook: William J. White Customer: Robert Nicholson 3.20 4/27/92 "The Final Frontier" Written by: Jeffrey Vlaming Directed by: Tom Moore Japanese tourists converge on Cicely to perform a ritual under the Northern Lights; Holling girds his loins to go looking for Jesse the bear in Widowmaker's Cave; and curiosity gets the best of townsfolk when a package arrives with postmarks from around the globe. Ron: Doug Ballard Erick: Don R. McManus Tourist #1: Akemi Namei Tourist #2: Rob Narita Dave the Cook: William J. White Bar Patron #1: Paul Fleming Bar Patron #2: Wally Dalton 3.21 5/4/92 "It Happened In Juneau" Written by: David Assael Directed by: Michael Katleman Joel anticipates a weekend in Juneau in the company of attractive female doctors, but instead he's stuck in the same hotel suite with Maggie, who cramps his style. Back home, Chris becomes tongue-tied as Bernard, his "karmic doppelganger," returns from Africa. Bernard Stevens: Richard Cummings Jr. Linda Angelo: Beth Broderick Hotel Clerk: Woody Eney John Harcourt: Peter Bradshaw Patient: John Billingsley Bellhop: James Marsters Dr. Paul Brennan: Kent MacLachlan 3.22 5/11/92 "Our Wedding" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Nick Marck The wedding of Adam and Eve creates a union of disparate elements and reveals a secret about the bride; Adam's bachelor party at the Brick finds the guys guzzling and puzzling over the gulf between men and women; Joel and Maggie make an effort to finish what they started in Juneau. Eve: Valerie Mahaffey Bernard: Richard Cummings Jr. Officer Barbara Semanski: Diane Delano Adam: Adam Arkin Ivory Springer: Ralph P. Martin Dave the Cook: William J. White 3.23 5/18/92 "Cicely" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Rob Thompson A 108-year-old visitor brings to life Cicely's beginnings, circa 1909, recounting tales of what was once a cultural mecca known as "the Paris of the North," settled by a free-thinking pioneer named Cicely and her companion Roslyn. Roslyn: Jo Anderson Cicely: Yvonne Suhor Ned: Roberts Blossom Rhoda: Peg Phillips Dave the Cook: William J. White Singing Drunk: Brian T. Finney Thin Woman: Sharon Collar Sturdy Woman: Krisha Fairchild 4.1 9/28/92 "Northwest Passages" Written by: Robin Green Directed by: Dean Parisot In the series' fourth-season opener, the fear of aging grips Maggie when her 30th birthday sheds light on everything lacking in her life. Her solution: an Indian ritual laying the past to rest. Meanwhile, Maurice composes his memoirs; and Marilyn asks Chris to teach her to drive. Rick Pederson: Grant Goodeve Camper: Brian I. Finney 4.2 10/5/92 "Midnight Sun" Written by: Geoffrey Neigher Directed by: Michael Katleman The midnight sun warms Joel's libido, and he's energized by feelings of well-being--plus a basketball-coaching assignment he takes very seriously. Meanwhile, the sunlight brings to town adventure-seeking salesman Gillis Toomey, who's tempted to settle down in Cicely, thanks to a local charmer; Shelly, decked out in her cheerleading uniform, arouses Holling. Gillis Toomey: Jim Haynie 4.3 10/12/92 "Nothing's Perfect" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Nick Marck Chris runs over a dog and events add up to romance for him and its owner, a pet-loving mathematician. Meanwhile, Maurice wants his universe to run like clockwork after purchasing a magnificent antique German timepiece, fine-tuned by a young master craftsman. Amy Lochner: Wendel Meldrum Rolf Hauser: Mark Pellegrino Lucky: Kelly Connell 4.4 10/19/92 "Heroes" Written by: Jeffrey Vlaming Directed by: Chuck Braverman Adam Ant plays Brad Bonner, a rock star lost in Cicely, who stays long enough to play a gig with Native American drummers and be the subject of a film by Ed. Chris, meanwhile, contemplates the proper burial for a friend. 4.5 11/2/92 "Blowing Bubbles" Written by: Mark Perry Directed by: Rob Thompson Cicely's wholesome environment brings to town the hyperallergenic Mike Monroe, who lives in virtual isolation in a geodesic dome. Also enchanted by the town's atmosphere is Ruth-Anne's yuppie, investment-banker son Matthew, who claims to be taking time out to breathe the air and spend quality time with his mom. Mike Monroe: Anthony Edwards Matthew Miller: Joel Polis 4.6 11/9/92 "On Your Own" Written by: Sy Rosen and Christian Williams Directed by: Joan Tewksburg Silent "Flying Man" Enrico Ballati returns to Cicely-- and to Marilyn-- with a group of whimsical mimes (members of the Mummenschanz theatrical group), which delights the townsfolk. Meanwhile, finding a ruby inside a fish conjures up Fellini-like imagery for Ed and dissolves his case of director's block. Enrico Ballati: Bill Irwin 4.7 11/16/92 "The Bad Seed" Written by: Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Randall Miller Valerie Perrine plays the daughter Holling never knew he had-- and (after she appears out of the blue) he wishes he'd never met, for Holling sees her as a "bad seed" who's corrupting Shelly. Meanwhile, Ed befriends a migrating crane flying south through Cicely; and Marilyn's dream home is strangely similar to her mother's home, which she just left. Mrs. Whirlwind: Armenia Miles 4.8 11/23/92 "Thanksgiving" Written by: David Assael Directed by: Michael Fresco Cicely's Day of the Dead Parade and follow-up Thanksgiving feast evoke phantasmagorical figures, and the colors and aromas of fall. But not everyone shares in the enthusiasm. A tightly wound Joel has little to be thankful for learning that the state of Alaska requires his services for another year. And bubble man Mike considers moving to a less-contaminated clime. Meanwhile, Chris waxes nostalgic about Thanksgivings past--in prison. Mike Monroe: Anthony Edwards Sisyphus: Tom Spiller Patient: Al DenBeste Dave the Cook: William J. White 4.9 11/30/92 "Do The Right Thing" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Nick Marck A former KGB spy claiming to have a dossier on Maurice shakes up Cicely with tall tales of espionage; another visitor, a young health inspector with a nose for detail, puts in his two-cents worth at the Brick; and the death of another friend has Maggie on her best behavior. Viktor: David Hemmings Maggie's Neighbor: John Sylvain Jason: John Hawkes 4.10 12/14/92 "Crime and Punishment" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Rob Thompson Karma catches up with Chris for a West Virginia parole violation, and the subsequent extradition hearing becomes an arena for philosophical discourse, with a spirited defense by lawyer Mike and community testimony attesting to Chris's good deeds. Mike Monroe: Anthony Edwards Judge Percy: Anne Haney Off. Barbara Semanski: Diane Delano 4.11 1/4/93 "Survival of the Species" Written by: Denise Dobbs Directed by: Dean Parisot After unearthing Native American artifacts in her yard, Maggie wages war against men, particularly Maurice, who's quick to see dollar signs in the discovery. On other turf, a post-apocalyptic nightmare has Ed contemplating the end of life on Earth: and a resourceful youngster ends up at the Brick, where he's struck by the love bug. Brad Young: Edan Gross Eric: Don R. McManus Doug Ballard, Robert Nadir, William J. White 4.12 1/11/93 "Revelations" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Daniel Attias Feeling caught up in the secular world, Chris seeks spiritual rejuvenation at a monastery; former landlord Maurice fumes after Ruth-Anne pays off the store, leaving Ed to suffer when the two press him to take sides in their feud; and the absence of all patients disorients Joel. Brother Timothy: Stephen Root Brother Simon: Elizabeth Juviler Brother James: Greg Loughridge Bernard: Richard Cummings, Jr. 4.13 1/18/93 "Duets" Written by: Geoffrey Neigher Directed by: Win Phelps Ed gets another visit from One-Who-Waits, who again claims to have tracked down Ed's father. Meanwhile, a blind piano tuner strikes a dissonant chord with Holling; and Mike and Maggie trek to the mountains in search of an ecological time bomb. One-Who-Waits: Floyd Red Crow Westerman Pete: Gordon Tootoosis Kevin Conway 4.14 2/1/93 "Grosse Pointe 48230" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Michael Katleman While on a visit to Maggie's upscale home town for her grandmother's 80th birthday, Maggie's family dynamics wreak havoc with Joel's plans to attend a Knicks-Pistons game. Grammy: Barbara Townsend Jed: D. David Morin Jane: Bibi Besch Stephie: Lisa Waltz James Masters, Mary Marsh, Marjorie Nelsen, Dylan Baker 4.15 2/8/93 "Learning Curve" Written by: Jeffrey Vlaming Directed by: Michael Vittes A headstrong, opinionated schoolteacher clashes with Maggie and gives Holling little hope of gaining his high-school diploma. Elsewhere, mother hen Joel wrings his hands as Marilyn takes off on an adventure in Seattle. Teacher: Jo Anderson Det. McNamara: George Catalano Stuart: Brian J. Feinstein 4.16 2/15/93 "Ill Wind" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Rob Thompson Ill winds blow in from the east, bringing with them metaphysical bumps and bruises for Joel, who asks for trouble and gets it from Maggie. Meanwhile, Chris and Maurice have a windswept encounter with fate; and Ed, surrounded by psychic instability, dwells on thoughts of death. Enrique: Joaquin Martinez 4.17 2/22/93 "Love's Labour Mislaid" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Joe Napolitano Joel blows up at Maggie for conveniently forgetting their roll in the hay; Uncle Anku encourages Ed to play the mating game and take a wife; Maggie lets herself be wined and dined by Mike; and bird- watchers Holling and Ruth-Anne camp out in the woods. Uncle Anku: Frank Sotonoma Salsedo Debbie: Michelle St. John Craig: James Chestnutt Debbie's Aunt: Ramona Ahto 4.18 3/1/93 "Northern Lights" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Bill D'Elia The winter solstice lights the way to a new creative direction for Chris; finds Holling hibernating to recharge his batteries; and encourages Joel--after he's denied a vacation--to break his Hippocratic oath and go on strike. But that eventually incurs the wrath of Cicely's residents, who muster empathy only for a down-on- his-luck Vietnam vet. (Veteran): Scott Paulin Bernard Stevens: Richard Cummings Jr. 4.19 3/8/93 "Family Feud" Written by: David Assael Directed by: Adam Arkin The unveiling of the Whirlwind family's totem pole, crafted by healer and sculptor Leonard, prompts a frosty feud between Marilyn, Ed and Dave; Shelly is advised to marry to stop her hallucinations of dancers; and Joel and Maggie come to terms with their mutual incompatibility. Leonard: Graham Greene Dave: William J. White 4.20 3/15/93 "Homesick" Written by: Jeffrey Vlaming Directed by: Nick Marck The romantic mood of Maggie's pizza dinner to celebrate Mike's recovery is doused by Mike's announcement that he must leave Cicely. Meanwhile, Shelly's redecorating takes its toll on Holling; and Maurice brings north the family home he grew up in-- along with melancholy memories of his childhood. Mike: Anthony Edwards Malcolm: David Hrdlicka 4.21 3/22/93 "The Big Feast" Written by: Mitchell Burgess and Robin Green Directed by: Rob Thompson To celebrate KBHR's silver jubilee, Maurice throws a blowout, which brings eccentric wanderers Adam and Eve to town; leaves Joel feeling miffed that he didn't get invited; and finds Shelly preoccupied with replacing the bottle of vintage wine she broke. Adam: Adam Arkin Eve: Valerie Mahaffey Eddie: Dave Hurtubise Ron: Doug Ballard 4.22 5/3/93 "Kaddish for Uncle Manny" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Michael Lange The community tries to find Jews to join in a traditional prayer with Joel, who's mourning the death of his uncle; Chris volunteers Bernard to help in a family feud with the rough and tumble Miller brothers of West Virginia; and Shelly puts her foot down when Marilyn picks Holling as a dance partner. Bernard: Richard Cummings, Jr. Buck: Paul Walsh 4.23 5/10/93 "Mud And Blood" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Jim Charleston The arrival of a prize truffle-hunting pig and the onslaught of mosquitoes signal springtime in Cicely. The warming season also finds Holling obsessed with the urge to plant something and Maggie discovering her new-found healing powers. Ivory: Ralph P. Martin 4.24 5/17/93 "Sleeping With The Enemy" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Frank Prinzi Memories of Maurice's wartime archenemy surface after son Duk Won arrives asking Maurice's permission to marry; Ed's idea for keeping his ancestors' Tlingit language alive involves dubbing the film "Prisoner of Zenda" with voices of Cicely elders, such as Leston Havens; and Holling's thirst goes unquenched. Duk Won: James Song Leston Havens: Ned Romero Soon Ae: Young Mo Ron: Doug Ballard Eric: Don R. McManus 4.25 5/24/93 "Old Tree" Written by: Diane Frolov and Robin Green Directed by: Michael Fresco Maurice sounds the death knell for Old Vicky, Cicely's 300-year-old cottonwood tree, as Joel looks for a way to save it; Shelly can't open her mouth without spontaneously breaking out in song, which grates on Holling's nerves; and Maggie practically kills Joel with kindness. Ivory Springer: Ralph P. Martin Walt: Moultrie Patten [Last first-run episode of the season] 5.1 9/20/93 "Three Doctors" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Daniel Attias In the series' fifth-season opener, Joel is afflicted with "glacier dropsy", an illness endemic to the Cicely region of Alaska. While Joel rides out the tundra fever, medicine man Leonard looks in on his patients, including Ed, whose "sleep-flying" can mean only one thing-- he's been called to be a shaman; and Shelly, whose singing days are on the wane. Leonard: Graham Greene Dr. Weisberg: Scott LaRose Donald Dirksen 5.2 9/27/93 "The Mystery of the Old Curio Shop" Written by: Rogers Turrentine Directed by: Michael Fresco A baffling experience at an antique shop in town draws Maggie into a Nancy Drew-like mystery. Meanwhile, Joel discovers a link between his cultural heritage and Marilyn's; and Maurice refuses to grow old gracefully. Mrs. Le Fleur: Lori Larsen Le Fleur: Bob Morrisey Ricky: Douglas Rowe Ellen: Micole Mercurio Kimberly: Traci Martinson 5.3 10/4/93 "Jaws of Life" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Jim Charleston Maurice finds his waxen image a little too close for comfort; Chris is disturbed to discover he may face a long life instead of early demise; and the yearly visit from a traveling dentist has Maggie and others skittish. Dr. John Summer: Jay O. Sanders Arthur: Brian George 5.4 10/11/93 "Altered Egos" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: John Coles Chris faces a metaphysical conundrum when Bernard returns, and he's head over heels in love with one of Chris's ex-girlfriends-- who now can't tell the brothers apart. Meanwhile, Joel fears he's undergoing a personality meltdown by getting too comfortable in Cicely; and Marilyn gives a potential partner the heave-ho because of his medical condition. Ann McGrath: Lisa Darr Ted: Tim Sampson Walt: Moultrie Patten Floyd: Ray G. Thunderchild Ernie: Ronald Hunter 5.5 10/25/93 "A River Doesn't Run Through It" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Nick Marck Maggie is flattered by the attentions of a randy high-schooler who asked her to be homecoming queen; a by-the-book IRS agent scours Ruth-Anne's accounts during a tax audit; and Maurice wheels and deals in a real-estate transaction with a Native American whose wealth he envies. Kevin Wilkins: Jack Black Amy Patterson: Anne DeSalvo Lester Haynes: Apesanahkwat Bob Hanson: Wally Dalton Myra Haynes: Sue Morales 5.6 11/1/93 "Birds of a Feather" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Mark Horowitz When Joel's parents visit Cicely for the first time, his mother is awestruck by its serene beauty and later soars with the eagles, while his dad plays Mr. Fix-it around the house and outshines Joel at the Brick. Meanwhile, Holling's confessed distaste for sports makes for hot conversation around town. Nadine: Joanna Merlin Herb: David Margulies Pettit: Frank Dartt Phil: Clark Sandford Owen: George Barril 5.7 11/8/93 "Rosebud" Written by: Barbara Hall Directed by: Michael Fresco Stimulated by the genius of Orson Welles' movies but stricken by self-doubt, Ed embarks on the organizing of Cicely's first film festival. Elsewhere, Leonard discovers he's unable to locate "the white collective unconscious" in his studies of Western folklore; and Joel confirms that he's not a team player. Peter Bogdanovich: Himself Leonard: Graham Greene 5.8 11/15/93 "Heal Thyself" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Michael Katleman Shaman-in-training Ed diagnoses a patient, who then falls for him, but his low self-esteem brings a visit from the demon Green Man. Meanwhile, Holling gets thrown out of Shelly's Lamaze class; and Maggie misses the camaraderie of the local coin laundry after buying a washer-dryer. Green Man: Phil Fondacaro Bonnie: Kimberly Norris Leonard: Graham Greene Jared Rushton 5.9 11/22/93 "Cup of Joe" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Michael Lange Ed peruses a trapper's 1897 diary and discovers an alarming tale of cannibalism that later gnaws at birdwatching companions Holling and Ruth-Anne. Meanwhile, anxiety eats away at Chris as he prepares to take his written pilot's exam; and Marilyn turns crime solver when the petty cash at Joel's office turns up missing. Hayden: James Dunn 5.10 12/13/93 "First Snow" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Daniel Attias In anticipation of winter's first snow, Maggie redecorates her cabin for maximum coziness. But Joel is afflicted with guilt and self-reproach arising from his treatment of an elderly-- but healthy-- patient who claims she's "winding down"; and Shelly's little white lie about love conjures up fears that her nose is growing. Nedra: Harriet Medin Allen: Rich Hawkins Darlene: Sylvia Scott Owen: George Barril 5.11 1/3/94 "Baby Blues" Written by: Barbara Hall Directed by: Jim Charleston With help from Eve, Maggie throws a baby shower for Shelly. But listening to childbirthing horror tales fills Shelly with so much dread that she escapes into the woods, where she encounters a dreamlike confab of legendary women. Meanwhile, a visiting Hollywood agent claims to have taken a liking to Ed's movie script; and Chris vows to get back in touch with his "inner woman". Eve: Valerie Mahaffey Judd Bromell: Donal Logue 5.12 1/10/94 "Mr. Sandman" Story by: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider and David Chase Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Michael Fresco The aurora borealis brings magnetic storms to Cicely. The result... residents start swapping dreams, sending Holling to Dr. Joel for psychotherapy and creating friction between Maurice and B&B owners Ron and Erick. Ron: Doug Ballard Erick: Don R. McManus French Canadian: Clement Von Franckenstein Customer: Delia Sheppard 5.13 1/17/94 "Mite Makes Right" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Michael Vittes A concert violinist begs Maurice not to lock away a prized Guarnerius that Maurice bought only as an investment; Chris reaches an artistic impasse until he considers the symphony of life in the "microscopic melting pot"; and dust mites awaken Maggie's irrational fear of parasites. Violinist: Simon Templeman Officer Semanski: Diane Delano Dust Mite: Jack Kehler 5.14 1/24/94 "Bolt From the Blue" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Michael Lange Adam returns to Cicely with some wacko ideas about the fireworks experts Maurice hired for the Presidents' Day celebration; Joel intervenes when a park ranger who lost his job holes up in a fire tower and refuses to leave his post; and Ed is struck by lightning. Adam: Adam Arkin Ranger Burns: Jimmie Ray Weeks 5.15 1/31/94 "Hello, I Love You" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Michael Fresco A young girl at the coin laundry leaves Shelly with second thoughts about going to Anchorage to deliver her baby; endures frostbite on a back-roads outing with Ruth-Anne; and Joel out-stitches Maggie at Marilyn's baby-bootie knitting workshop. Miranda (age 7): Kaley Cuoco Miranda (age 12): Lindsay Parker Walt: Moultrie Patten Maureen Flannigan 5.16 2/28/94 "Northern Hospitality" Written by: Barbara Hall Directed by: Oz Scott At Joel's first dinner party, friends suffer the consequences of his hospitality; Shelly returns to Canada with Miranda to get in touch with her roots after she discovers that Holling gave up his Canadian citizenship; and townsfolk grouse over changes in the playlist of "Chris in the Morning." Adam: Adam Arkin Iris: Ocean Hellman Walt: Moultrie Patten Dr. Mink: Burke Pearson Edna: Rita Taggart Dave: William J. White Guard: Bruce Baum 5.17 3/7/94 "Una Volta in L'Inverno" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Michael Vittes Herds of caribou run amok down Main Street during cabin-fever season, which also finds Walt abusing his prescription medication for seasonal affective disorder; Joel and Maggie trapped in a snowstorm at the airport; and Ruth-Anne is attempting to learn Italian so she can read Dante's "The Divine Comedy" in the original. Edna: Rita Taggart 5.18 3/14/94 "Fish Story" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Bill D'Elia Joel turns down Maggie's offer to prepare him a Passover dinner and opts for a fishing trip that leads to the fight of his life when he tries to reel in a monster fish out on East Loon Lake. Elsewhere, Ruth-Anne abandons her store and rides off on a Harley; and Maurice's art criticism bruises Holling's fragile ego. Rabbi Schulman: Jerry Adler Turk: Stephen McHattie Mickey Jones, John Fleck 5.19 3/28/94 "The Gift of the Maggie" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Patrick McKee A vulnerable Maurice doesn't take kindly to the Tambo-Vincoeurs' generosity following an explosion at his house; Joel finds a kindred spirit with whom to exchange "doctor talk," thanks to Maggie's friendly gesture; and Chris can't dismiss a series of meaningful coincidences involving a deer. Lieutenant Commander Doctor: Hank Stratton 5.20 4/11/94 "A Wing and a Prayer" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Lorraine Senna Ferrarra Shelly is confronted with a loss of faith on the eve of Miranda Bliss's baptism, while Ed contemplates redemption after spreading around town the details of Ruth-Anne's private life. Meanwhile, Maggie wrestles with self-doubt as she busies herself with the nuts and bolts of building an airplane. Father Kevin: Tom Mason Eugene: Earl Quewezance Lester: Apesanahkwat Myra: Marianne Jones 5.21 5/2/94 "I Feel the Earth Move" Written by: Jed Seidel Directed by: Michael Fresco The proprietors of the Sourdough Inn B&B prepare to tie the knot in the first wedding of spring. Most of the townsfolk find nothing unusual in the planned nuptials of longtime companions Erick and Ron. Maurice, however, is aghast. And Holling sees a profit-making opportunity; he'll cater but cut corners on the gourmet menu. Meanwhile, anxieties plague Erick, who's consumed by pre-wedding jitters, and Maggie, who experiences stomach-turning dizziness every time she's around Joel. Erick: Don R. McManus Ron: Doug Ballard Patricia: Joyce Van Patten Eugene: Earl Quewezance 5.22 5/9/94 "Gran Prix" Written by: Barbara Hall Directed by: Michael Lange As wheelchair athletes converge on Cicely for a road race sponsored by Team Minnifield, the Green Man of low self-esteem pays another visit to shaman Ed, who tries to cure one competitor's ailment-- and also battle her demon of External Validation. Meanwhile, Ted discovers that the rich really are different. Demon of E.V.: Ben Reed Ted: Tim Sampson Dr. Grant Saperstein: Markus Flanagan 5.23 5/16/94 "Blood Ties" Written by: Mitchell Burgess and Robin Green Directed by: Thomas K. Moore The entire town is being bled dry by Maurice's competition with Sleepmute in the annual blood drive. Meanwhile, old boyfriend Jed drops by from Grosse Pointe to do a little hunting with (or for) Maggie, and Joel believes he's losing his chops as a doctor when he starts missing the vein. Jed: D. David Morin 5.24 5/23/94 "Lovers and Madmen" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: James Hayden Violinist Cal sees an opportunity for escape after getting a one-day pass from the asylum to help Maurice entertain Sgt. Semanski. Elsewhere, Chris' fantasy image of a former high school love turns out to be nothing like the real thing; and Joel stumbles upon a frozen woolly mammoth. (last episode of season) Cal: Simon Templeman Sgt. Semanski: Diane Delano Girlfriend: Carol Baree 6.1 9/19/94 "Dinner at 7:30" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Michael Fresco The 1992 Emmy-winning series kicks off its sixth season with a fantasy outing that transforms Cicely's folksy regulars into New York sophisticates. As the story opens, Joel mistakenly ingests a mysterious herb drink and (Whammo!) Cicely's fish-out-of-water doctor is plunged into the turbulent seas of the competitive New York whirl. Among the Manhattanites in his dream, his socialite wife, Shelly; the imperious Dr. Ruth-Anne Miller, who's considering Joel for a partnership; corporate raider Ed Chigliak; debonair cabaret singer Holling; doorman Maurice; and Maggie, the Fleischmans' plucky au pair. 6.2 9/26/94 "Eye of the Beholder" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Jim Charleston On a stakeout, PI-in-training Ed reluctantly spies on Hayden Keyes, who may be faking injury for financial gain; Maggie's and Maurice's respective charity donations precipitate regrets; and Shelly's purchase of an antique dollhouse bring grandscale dreams. Hayden Keyes: James L. Dunn Heather: Charmaine Craig Reynaldo: Ronald G. Joseph Mr. Lewis: Rick Turner 6.3 10/3/94 "Shofar, So Good" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: James Hayman A self-absorbed Joel is forced to atone for his sins when he's visited during a fitful sleep by a rabbi who's the ghost of Yom Kippur past, present and future; Maurice's honored guest arrives for Cicely's annual fox hunt, but Ruth-Anne manages to outfox the hunters; and Holling yearns to make amends for past misdeeds. Rabbi Schulman: Jerry Adler Hayden Keyes: James L. Dunn Lady Ann: Jill Gascoine 6.4 10/10/94 "The Letter" Written by: Meredith Stiehm Directed by: Jim Charleston Maggie engages in critical introspection after receiving a letter she had written to herself at age 15; Joel ponders his fate after discovering a strange lump growing on his head; Shelly chalks up her recent streak of bad luck to chucking a chain letter; and a surly barber takes an instant dislike to the hirsute Chris. Angelo Maxwell: Bill Cobbs Mary-Margaret (age 15): Tara Suskoff Dr. Rojas: Curnal Aulisio 6.5 10/17/94 "The Robe" Written by: Sam Egan Directed by: Lorraine Senna Ferrara Shelly makes a deal with a "devil" in hopes of bringing legalized gambling to Cicely; Ed bungles Joel's clinical tests on an experimental pill to cure the common cold-- a pill that some subjects claim has given them uncommon abilities; and Chris gains new popularity when he brings a co-host-- a wooden dummy-- on his show. Himself: Shecky Greene Roger Brewster: Charles Martin Smith 6.6 10/31/94 "Zarya" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Jim Charleston As filmmaker Ed captures Marilyn telling an amazing story of her Grandfather Emery's Alaskan encounter with Russian princess Anastasia, he finds his filmmaker's vision in a tale of Cicely's early days that unfolds on-screen. It involves a secret meeting that took place between the princess and Lenin. Anastasia: Tushka Bergen Lenin: Christopher Neame Joel/Mikhail: Rob Morrow Maggie/Marina Orlova: Janine Turner 6.7 11/7/94 "Full Upright Position" Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Oz Scott Charges of static electricity generate a new interest-- and a new art project-- for Chris; sparks fly between Joel and Maggie on a Russian airline bound for St. Petersburg, where Joel is scheduled to speak at a medical convention; and Maurice welcomes his young cousin Maurice to Cicely, hopefully to take over the family business. Maurice: Trevor Bullock Vasili: Slav Troyan 6.8 11/14/94 "Up River" Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: Mike Fresco Firearms discharge whenever Joel and Maggie get intimate, and it's driving Joel to distraction-- and, eventually, into the Alaskan outback to live in a remote settlement. Back in Cicely, Chris's house is anything but a home after a contractor botches a remodeling job on the trailer; and Ruth-Anne surrenders to love. Contractor: Gary Basaraba Walt: Moultrie Patten 6.9 11/28/94 "Sons of the Tundra" Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Michael Vittes Paul Provenza and Teri Polo join the cast as Cicely's new doctor, Phillip Capra, and his journalist wife, Michelle, who feel that they've stepped back in time. Meanwhile Ed sees into the future with several self-fulfilling prophecies; and Holling believes there's no time like the present to join the exclusive Sons of the Tundra men's club. Sen. Monkton: John Maxwell Lester: Apesanahkwat Hayden: James L. Dunn Walt: Moultrie Patten 6.10 12/15/94 "Realpolitik" #97 Written by: Sam Egan Directed by: Victor Lobl Maggie finds herself in the seat of power as Cicely's new mayor, but gets off the a rocky start contending with the fiscal-restraint crowd-- and Chris' screwball fixation on her. In other quarters, the power of the mind is put to the test for Phil in a golf game with Joel in the wilderness; and Marilyn buys a champion stud husky that turns out to be a dud husky. Show moves to Wednesday at 10pm EST 6.11 1/4/95 "The Big Mushroom" #98 Written by: Diane Frolov and Andrew Schneider Directed by: James Hayman Maggie treks into the Manonash village to visit Joel, who she fears is in imminent danger; Phil and Michelle get a taste of the local customs when an elderly couple get snowed in at their house party and ask to stay the night; and the information superhighway looks cold and forbidding to a computer-fearing Ed. Houseguest 1: Molly McClure Houseguest 2: George Randall 6.12 1/11/95 "Mi Casa, Su Casa" #99 Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Daniel Attias Marilyn shatters Joel's inner peace-- and enjoys a good laugh at his expense-- on a visit to Manonash; Ed takes advantage of Maurice's hospitality while house-sitting his palatial spread; and Barbara Semanski puts her house up for sale, but a house is not Holling's idea of a home. Semanski: Diane Delano Two-Clocks: Sam Vlahos Villager: Alvin A. Casimir Jr. Joey: Pajuta Conway-Hourie 6.13 1/18/95 "Horns" #100 Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Michael Fresco Phil is one of the first to notice that there's something wrong with Cicely's new bottled water; it's altering gender behavior and causing women to display an overactive sex drive. Meanwhile violinist Cal becomes a fugitive from justice; and Alaska frees Joel to return to New York. Cal Ingram: Simon Templeman Bertrand: Gerard Ismael 6.14 2/1/95 "The Mommy's Curse" #101 Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Michael Lange A visit from Maggie's mom reveals that the two O'Connell women have more in common than Maggie realized; Maurice pouts when old pal Holling gets chummy with Doc Capra; and a clash over canned goods threatens to undo Ruth-Annes' relationship with new employee Walt. Jane O'Connell: Debra Mooney (formerly played by Bibi Besch) Phil Capra: Paul Provenza Walt: Moultrie Patten Leland: Linden Chiles Hayden: James L. Dunn Dwight: Jeff Harry Woolf 6.15 2/8/95 "The Quest" #102 Written by: Andrew Schneider and Diane Frolov Directed by: Michael Vittes Joel enlists Maggie to join him on an Aleutian-Island quest for the mythical Jeweled City of the North. Back in Cicely, Chris slaps Phil with a malpractice lawsuit; and Holling and Shelly roll out the Brick's red carpet for restaurant critic Michelle. Note: This really is Rob Morrow's last scheduled appearance. Michelle Capra: Teri Polo Bernard: Richard Cummings, Jr. Gatekeeper: Adam Arkin Japanese Soldier: Seth Sakai Trapper: Paul McLean Talbot: Randy Thompson 6.16 2/15/95 "Lucky People" #103 Written by: Andrew Schneider and Diane Frolov Directed by: Janet Greek While Cicelians honor Founders Day, newcomers Phil and Michelle experience buyers' remorse over purchasing a 60-acre wilderness vista; Holling balks at Maurice's claim that Randi is his reincarnated Uncle Elvy; and Chris and Maggie find a common bond while restoring Cicely and Roslyn's antique auto. Jerry Moore: Tom Hammond 6.17 3/8/95 "The Graduate" #104 Written by: Sam Egan Directed by: James Hayman Chris takes his master's degree orals with two visiting professors, who get into a row while analyzing his dissertation. Meanwhile, Maggie buys Cicely's neglected movie house but soon regrets hiring pal Heather; and film booker Ed; and a young military man drops by the Brick to meet the man he believes is his father. Heather: Charmaine Craig Soldier: Peter Simmons Prof. Martin: Jack Blessing Prof. Schuster: David Spielberg Shakespeare: William Salyers 6.18 3/15/95 "Little Italy" #105 Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Stephen Cragg The smell of spaghetti sauce wafting down the street introduces Phil to Cicely's Little Italy neighborhood, where he gets caught up in a feud between two families. Meanwhile, Holling finally stands up to Shelly's insults; and Ruth-Anne begins broadcasting the "Tales of Cicely" for National Public Radio. Lowell: Richard Romanus Joe: Joe Nipote Angela: Nancy Cassaro 6.19 4/6/95 "Balls" #106 Written by: Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Scott Paulin During Cicely's competition in a mixed-doubles bowling invitational, Phil and Michelle seem headed for splitsville, while Chris aims to match up Maggie with a compatible partner. Elsewhere, Ed may be dreaming by setting his sights on the sophisticated Heather. Heather: Charmaine Craig Lester: Apesanahkwat Prof. Pickering: Wayne Pere April: Angelique von Halle 6.20 4/24/95 "Buss Stop" #107 Written by: Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess Directed by: Daniel Attias Cicelians are bitten by the acting bug when Michelle mounts a production of "Bus Stop". But as the show goes on, Chris (as Bo) suffers intimacy problems with Maggie's character; Eric suffers major denial about his talents; and creative differences and petty jealousies creep into rehearsals. Ron: Doug Ballard Eric: Don R. McManus 6.21 7/12/95 "Ursa Minor" #108 Written by: Sam Egan Directed by: Patrick McKee Ed experiments with "parenthood" after he finds a bear cub in the wild and brings the cuddly creature home to nurture; REM experiments find Chris navigating through dreams that entangle him with a saucy hotel manager; Maurice is down over Cicely's population decline; and Michelle perks up when Phil goes into a rage. Hotel Manager: Felicity Waterman Lucille: Amy Perry 6.22 7/19/95 "Let's Dance" #109 Written by: Sam Egan Directed by: Daniel Attias Cal, the fugitive violin virtuoso, wants to turn himself in with help from Maurice and Officer Semanski, who clash over their mission. Meanwhile, Phil's breaches of etiquette offend the locals; and a judgmental youngster at a cotillion dance class moves to the beat of a different drummer than that of her partner. Caldecott Ingram: Simon Templeton Semanski: Diane Delano Young Dancer: Ashleigh Aston Moore Mrs. Whirlwind: Armenia Miles 6.23 7/26/95 "Tranquillity Base" #110 Written by: Robin Green, Mitchell Burgess and Jeff Melvoin Directed by: Michael Fresco (Season 6 finale, last show of the series) During a weekend retreat at his home, Maurice re-thinks his plans to propose to Officer Barbara Semanski; Chris is determined to have a good time without Maggie; and Michelle ponders life's choices. The show ends with Iris DeMent's wistful "Our Town". Rabbi Schulman: Jerry Adler "If they could see how the sun's setting fast And just like they say, nothing good ever lasts Well, go on now and kiss it goodbye But hold onto your lover 'Cause your heart's bound to die Go on now, and say goodbye to my town, to my town I can see the sun's going down on my town Good night... good night..." "Our Town" -- Iris DeMent CBS Broadcast History provided by Cliff Chen (cliff@eniac.seas.upenn.edu) ================= Ep # Title Air Date Rebroadcasts ---- ----- -------- ------------ 1.1 Pilot 7/12/90 6/17/91 12/ 2/91 1.2 "Brains, Know-How and Native 7/19/90 6/10/91 Intelligence" 1.3 "Soapy Sanderson" 7/26/90 7/15/91 1.4 "Dreams, Schemes and Putting 8/ 2/90 7/ 8/91 Greens" 1.5 "Russian Flu" 8/ 9/90 7/ 1/91 11/20/92 1.6 "Sex, Lies, and Ed's Tape" 8/16/90 7/22/91 12/28/92 7/19/93 1.7 "A Kodiak Moment" 8/23/90 7/29/91 1.8 "Aurora Borealis" 8/30/90 6/24/91 2.1 "Goodbye To All That" 4/ 8/91 8/ 5/91 2.2 "The Big Kiss" 4/15/91 10/21/91 2.3 "All Is Vanity" 4/22/91 8/12/91 2.4 "What I Did For Love" 4/29/91 8/26/91 2.5 "Spring Break" 5/ 6/91 9/ 2/91 7/ 5/93 2.6 "War and Peace" 5/13/91 9/ 7/92 2.7 "Slow Dance" 5/20/91 9/ 9/91 3.1 "The Bumpy Road To Love" 9/23/91 12/23/91 3.2 "Only You" 9/30/91 12/30/91 3.3 "Oy, Wilderness" 10/ 7/91 1/27/92 3.4 "Animals R Us" 10/14/91 3/30/92 3.5 "Jules et Joel" 10/28/91 5/25/92 3.6 "The Body in Question" 11/ 4/91 4/13/92 3.7 "Roots" 11/11/91 4/20/92 3.8 "A-Hunting We Will Go" 11/18/91 6/ 1/92 3.9 "Get Real" 12/ 9/91 6/ 8/92 3.10 "Seoul Mates" 12/16/91 8/11/92 12/21/92 3.11 "Dateline: Cicely" 1/ 6/92 6/15/92 3.12 "Our Tribe" 1/13/92 6/22/92 3.13 "Things Become Extinct" 1/20/92 6/29/92 3.14 "Burning Down the House" 2/ 3/92 8/10/92 3.15 "Democracy in America" 2/24/92 11/ 9/92 3.16 "The Three Amigos" 3/ 2/92 7/ 6/92 3.17 "Lost and Found" 3/ 9/92 7/20/92 3.18 "My Mother, My Sister" 3/16/92 7/27/92 3.19 "Wake-Up Call" 3/23/92 8/ 3/92 3.20 "The Final Frontier" 4/27/92 3.21 "It Happened in Juneau" 5/ 4/92 8/24/92 3.22 "Our Wedding" 5/11/92 8/31/92 7/12/93 3.23 "Cicely" 5/18/92 9/14/92 7/26/93 4.1 "Northwest Passages" 9/28/92 12/ 7/92 4.2 "Midnight Sun" 10/ 5/92 3/29/93 4.3 "Nothing's Perfect" 10/12/92 1/25/93 4.4 "Heroes" 10/19/92 5/31/93 4.5 "Blowing Bubbles" 11/ 2/92 6/14/93 4.6 "On Your Own" 11/ 9/92 6/21/93 4.7 "The Bad Seed" 11/16/92 4/12/93 4.8 "Thanksgiving" 11/23/92 4.9 "Do the Right Thing" 11/30/92 4.10 "Crime and Punishment" 12/14/92 6/28/93 4.11 "Survival of the Species" 1/ 4/93 8/ 9/93 4.12 "Revelations" 1/11/93 11/29/93 4.13 "Duets" 1/18/93 4.14 "Grosse Pointe 48230" 2/ 1/93 8/ 2/93 4.15 "Learning Curve" 2/ 8/93 12/20/93 4.16 "Ill Wind" 2/15/93 8/16/93 4.17 "Love's Labour Mislaid" 2/22/93 8/23/93 4.18 "Northern Lights" 3/ 1/93 4.19 "Family Feud" 3/ 8/93 4.20 "Homesick" 3/15/93 4.21 "The Big Feast" 3/22/93 4/18/94 4.22 "Kaddish for Uncle Manny" 5/ 3/93 12/ 6/93 4.23 "Mud and Blood" 5/10/93 8/30/93 4.24 "Sleeping with the Enemy" 5/17/93 9/ 6/93 4.25 "Old Tree" 5/24/93 9/13/93 5.1 "Three Doctors" 9/20/93 5/30/94 5.2 "The Mystery of the Old 9/27/93 6/ 6/94 Curio Shop" 5.3 "Jaws of Life" 10/ 4/93 6/13/94 5.4 "Altered Egos" 10/11/93 12/27/93 5.5 "A River Doesn't Run Through 10/25/93 It" 5.6 "Birds of a Feather" 11/ 1/93 6/20/94 5.7 "Rosebud" 11/ 8/93 6/27/94 5.8 "Heal Thyself" 11/15/93 7/ 4/94 5.9 "A Cup of Joe" 11/22/93 7/25/94 5.10 "First Snow" 12/13/93 8/ 1/94 5.11 "Baby Blues" 1/ 3/94 5.12 "Mr. Sandman" 1/10/94 7/11/94 5.13 "Mite Makes Right" 1/17/94 12/ 5/94 5.14 "A Bolt from the Blue" 1/24/94 8/ 8/94 5.15 "Hello, I Love You" 1/31/94 8/15/94 5.16 "Northern Hospitality" 2/28/94 5.17 "Una Volta in L'Inverno" 3/ 7/94 8/22/94 5.18 "Fish Story" 3/14/94 8/29/94 5.19 "The Gift of the Maggie" 3/28/94 9/ 5/94 5.20 "A Wing and a Prayer" 4/11/94 7/18/94 5.21 "I Feel the Earth Move" 5/ 2/94 5.22 "Gran Prix" 5/ 9/94 5.23 "Blood Ties" 5/16/94 9/12/94 5.24 "Lovers and Madmen" 5/23/94 11/21/94 6.1 "Dinner at 7:30" 9/19/94 6.2 "Eye of the Beholder" 9/26/94 6.3 "Shofar, So Good" 10/ 3/94 6.4 "The Letter" 10/10/94 6.5 "The Robe" 10/17/94 6.6 "Zarya" 10/31/94 6.7 "Full Upright Position" 11/ 7/94 6.8 "Up River" 11/14/94 6.9 "Sons of the Tundra" 11/28/94 6.10 "Realpolitik" 12/15/94 6.11 "The Big Mushroom" 1/ 4/95 6.12 "Mi Casa, Su Casa" 1/11/95 6.13 "Horns" 1/18/95 6.14 "The Mommy's Curse" 2/ 1/95 6.15 "The Quest" 2/ 8/95 6.16 "Lucky People" 2/15/95 6.17 "The Graduate" 3/ 8/95 6.18 "Little Italy" 3/15/95 6.19 "Balls" 4/ 6/95 6.20 "Buss Stop" 4/24/95 6.21 "Ursa Minor" 7/12/95 6.22 "Let's Dance" 7/19/95 6.23 "Tranquillity Base" 7/26/95 -- Kimiye Tipton kimiye@att.net Northern Exposure WWW site: http://www.gate.net/~kimi/ anonymous ftp://ftp.gate.net/pub/users/kimi/Northern_Exposure