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Family Ties - The Second Season | 
 enlarge | Studio: National Broadcasting Company (NBC)
Category: DVD
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Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 8383
Format: Box Set, Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Discs: 4
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Number Of Discs: 4
Running Time: 530 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: PARD045354D
UPC: 097360453546
EAN: 0097360453546
ASIN: B000SQFC0O
Theatrical Release Date: September 22, 1982
Release Date: October 9, 2007
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Product Description
Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 10/09/2007
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That patented combination of funny business and moving moments lives on in the second season of Family Ties. Other than the fact that the now-bearded Steven Keaton (Michael Gross) turns 40, there are no significant changes, but no fall-off in quality either. As the season begins, Mallory (Justine Bateman), is still seeing her boyfriend, Jeff (now a college freshman), while Alex (Michael J. Fox) continues to plays the field--an ever-expanding field that includes a feminist, a family friend, and a 40-year-old Frenchwoman (During the year, other lady loves include Less Than Zero's Jami Gertz and Melrose Place's Daphne Zuniga.) Standout episodes include "This Year's Model," in which Mallory enters Elyse (Meredith Baxter-Birney, who should've won an Emmy for her stellar work) and herself in a modeling contest. To Mallory's dismay, her mother attracts all the attention. Elyse's relationship with her son is similarly tested in "Birthday Boy," in which Alex turns 18 and declares his independence--even though he still lives at home (Fox's Back to the Future father, Crispin Glover, guests in this episode). That leaves Jennifer (Tina Yothers), the youngest Keaton. Few storylines revolve around her, but Jennifer's deadpan wit adds levity whenever things start to get too serious. Notable guests during the 1983-1984 season include a pre-Who's the Boss? Judith Light, who attempts to seduce Steven ("Not an Affair to Remember"), and a post-Bosom Buddies Tom Hanks, who returns, for the last time, as the troubled Uncle Ned ("Say Uncle"). While the first boxed set was a barebones release, the second offers promos for each episode and three informative featurettes. Participants include Fox, Gross, Yothers, creator Gary David Goldberg, and Marc "Skippy Handleman" Price. In addition, the theme song ("Without Us") has not been tampered with this time around. --Kathleen C. Fennessy
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| Customer Reviews: Read 9 more reviews...
 What would we dooo baby... December 23, 2008
C. Rocklein
Been a long time. This was one of the TV shows my folks used to let us watch when we were little and we did enjoy it then. So with fond memories I ordered this set. However, as is sometimes the case, memories didn't quite live up. At this point (about 5 episodes into it), the scenarios are pretty silly, there's a lot of bad jokes.. It's got it's moments, and kind of feels like seeing an old friend but unlike some programs that I buy more than one season of (Cheers, Three's Company, Sopranos) I think one season of Family Ties is gonna do it for me. I don't know, there's still something about the show.. could be that opening song. I guess I don't regret buying it. And it's getting better as I reach the 6th episode (Speed Trap).. I'd give this episode alone 4 or 5 stars while the five episode before that 3. I'll probably watch disc 2.
 The Keaton's grow on you September 9, 2008
O. B. Tryggvason (Gardabaer Iceland)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The second season of Family Ties flows better than the first one and this is a really heartwarming and funny sitcom.
Michael J. Fox is clearly the star here and his Alex P. Keaton is an irresistable character. He can be smug, arrogant, insensitive and downright mean but he always sees the errors of his ways and in the end is a completely likable character. Michael Gross, the weakest link on the first season, is much better here (and he looks much better with that beard) and the rest of the cast is good.
Mostly these are fluff episodes on the second season that are enjoyable but on occasion they deal with important issues. Tom Hanks is outstanding as Uncle Ned who it turns out has a serious drinking problem. Steven Keaton considers having an affair and I felt that episode handled that situation well enough. The least favorite here is the christmas episode where Alex sees the future "Scrooge" style.
The supporting character Skippy is starting to grow on me, I found him quite intolerable in the first season.
All in all, as a family sitcom Family Ties scores high. It's nice, cute and always enjoyable. A nice escape from the harsh realities of the real world.
One of a kind show. May 25, 2008
ADRIENNE MILLER (TENNESSEE)
Family Ties - The Complete Second Season is just as good as the first season, maybe even better. The writing, storylines, and flawless acting is what kept this show alive for seven seasons. Justine Bateman really finds her nitch this season, I just adored her as dimwitted Mallory Keaton. My favorite episodes include: The Homecoming, This Year's Model, Speed Trap, Say Uncle, Ladie's Man, and Baby Boy Doe. I highly recommend season 2, you won't regret it!
Woohoo! April 8, 2008
Christopher A. Boone (Reading, PA USA)
Well, if you thought Justine Bateman was hot as the Keaton's daughter Mallory in season 1, well, she's still just as hot in season 2! Yay!
Feel at home! January 7, 2008
Sophie (France)
Family Ties - The Second Season
What we like about the Family Ties series? Its warmth. It feels like home, in a good sense, it feels cosy, with a tiny little touch of nostalgia... All the actors are superb and the whole thing is very funny!
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