1x2 - The New Kid

February 2, 1979

Ruthie is rejected at school by her friends as they learn her dad is the local outspoken talk-show host.

1x3 - The Final Papers

February 9, 1979

Larry receives his final divorce papers and struggles with his emotions.

1x4 - The Hitchhiker

February 16, 1979

A homesick Diane begins to miss her boyfriend in L.A. So, she decides to hitch her way back.

1x5 - Mother Morgan

February 23, 1979

Diane and Ruthie begin to miss their mom and Morgan helps fill the void.

1x6 - Ruthie's First Crush

March 2, 1979

Ruthie and her friend Eric develop a case of puppy love and aren't sure how to react.

1x7 - Larry's First Date

March 9, 1979

Recently divorced Larry goes on a date with Morgan's sister much to Morgan's worry.

1x8 - Peer Pressure

March 16, 1979

It's feared that Diane is on uppers when Larry finds them in her purse.

1x9 - Leona, The New Neighbor

March 23, 1979

New tenant Leona moves into Larry's building and aids his daughters but angers him.

1x10 - The Trip (II)

March 30, 1979

The Alder family welcomes Drummond's family to Portland, as Drummond is considering the downsizing of Alder's station. The crossover starts on Diff'rent Strokes S01E20 The Trip (I).

1x11 - The Triangle

April 6, 1979

Before a party at the Alders', Ruthie's boyfriend Eric gets a crush on Diane.

1x12 - Larry's Bad Back

April 13, 1979

1x13 - Rap With Ruthie

April 27, 1979

Ruthie gets to do her own radio talk-show for a school project. She uses Larry's radio show airtime.

1x14 - My Sister, The Criminal

May 4, 1979