One of TV’s sharpest and funniest sitcoms, “Family Ties” cast Meredith Baxter Birney and Michael Gross as Elyse and Michael Keaton, two liberal baby boomers from Ohio whose children in the 80s exhibit very different attitudes than their parents did in the 60s. Alex (Michael J. Fox) is a republican, Mallory (Justine Bateman) is self-obsessed, and Jennifer is a cynical tomboy.
Mallory turns to Alex for advice when a family friends makes a pass at her. (Give Your Uncle A Kiss)
Thanks to Alex's advice Mallory's date with her French tutor is headed for disaster. (French Lessons)
Alex apologizes to his family for having taken diet pills and for his actions while under their influence. (Speed Trap)
A college co-ed pretends to like Mallory but is really interested in getting close to Alex. (Sherry Baby)
Alex cannot handle the fact that his girlfriend is the class valedictorian (The Graduate)
Mallory's friend is visiting from college - and has a request - will she go steady with him? (The Homecoming)
Karen agress to accompany Alex to a dance. ( Karen II, Alex 0)
All is forgiven (Don't Kiss Me, I'm Just the Messenger)
Alex gets a job offer while working for his dad. (Keaton N Son)
Elyse and Steven are disappointed when the kids seem busy or bored. (Lost Weekend)