Synopsis
Babes is an American situation comedy series that ran for one season on the Fox Television Network from September 13, 1990 to August 10, 1991. It was created by Gail Parent and executive produced by Dolly Parton and Sandy Gallin's Sandollar Productions for Twentieth Century Fox Television. Parton even guest starred as herself in episode 15, entitled "Hello, Dolly".
Episodes
Season 11E1PilotCharlene's night of romance is interrupted by her older sister Darlene, when she shows up after leaving her husband. Younger sister Marlene later drops by after losing her job as a toll-collector.2E2Bend Me, Shape MeCharlene convinces her sisters and her boyfriend to join a health club. After hearing two women make fun of their size, Charlene wants to quit but is too humiliated to tell Marlene, Darlene, and Ronnie why she doesn't want to go back.3E3Everything But LoveDetermined to cheer up Darlene, Charlene insists on taking her to the laundramat to find a suitable companion.4E4The One Where Charlene Meets Ronnie's MotherCharlene dreads meeting Ronnie's mom. After much convincing, Charlene goes to meet her at a restaurant and manages to insult her before they are even introduced. Determined to make things right, Charlene invites Ronnie's mother over for dinner, only to find that nothing will satisfy her.5E5Temper, TemperDarlene finds it difficult to control her anger when Wilbur demands spousal support.6E6No RegretsAfter almost getting crushed in an accident, the sisters do some soul searching.7E7Dream VacationIn this ""Fantasy Island"" spoof, the sisters visit Club Cabo. There they meet a tacky showman, a lecherous dwarf and perhaps, the men of their dreams.8E8Marlene's ProblemWhen Charlene's interference gets Marlene fired as the Hefty Hose girl, she finds a job on a soap opera. Meanwhile, Darlene dog-sits a seemingly-sweet puppy who turns out to be more than she can handle.9E9The Thanksgiving ShowFaced with the dreaded ""eating season"", the sisters decide not to have a Thanksgiving dinnner. After meeting a homeless orphan, they plan a real Thanksgiving dinner for him.10E10RibsWhile Ronnie is away, the sisters try to keep the restaurant filled with customers. When Ronnie returns, he has some unexpected news for Charlene.11E11Rent StrikeWhen no one in their apartment building can get the slumlord to make needed repairs, the sisters convince the other tenants to go along with a rent strike. Later, they learn that the title to the building has been transferred to them...making them the slumlords.12E12Most Likely to SucceedWith her high school reunion quickly approaching, Charlene sets out to accomplish everything possible to impress her old classmates.13E13All Bummed OutCharlene, Marlene and Darlene decide to make a difference in the life of a homeless man. After cleaning him up and working with him, he finds a job. The sisters begin to wonder if they have created a monster when he begins exploiting others.14E14Babes, Lies & VideotapeMarlene finds a new job at a video dating service. The Gilbert sisters find themselves in competition for the affections of one of the customers, who wants to date all three.15E15Hello, DollyCharlene gets a job with Dolly Parton as a makeup artist.16E16Babes in BoylandCharlene and Marlen head north to Alaska to find the men of their dreams. Meanwhile, Darlene has a little fling of her own at home.17E17MomThe Gilbert sister's mother comes for a visit.18E18The Last Temptation of MarleneWhen Marlene is ready to give up dating, she meets a tempting perfect partner in a punk record store.19E19The House of GilbertWhen a buyer for a department store places an order for Charlene's unique designs, the sisters decide to become fashion designers. They soon realize that starting a business is not as easy as it seems.20E20Not Married with ChildrenDarlene is required to perform community service at a child-care facility. Being a confirmed child-hater, she surprises everyone when she becomes so attached to the children, she considers having one of her own.21E2111 Angry Men and CharleneCharlene decides jury duty isn't so bad when she meets a handsome, civic-minded fellow juror.22E22Three's a CrowdWhen the apartment is deemed overcrowded, Marlene and Darlene decide to move out and be on their own.
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