Episodes
In the wake of Emilio’s deportation, Jackie steps into the role of a paternal figure and creates a meticulous birth plan for ...read more In the wake of Emilio’s deportation, Jackie steps into the role of a paternal figure and creates a meticulous birth plan for Becky; but as the Conners know, nothing ever goes according to plan. Meanwhile, Darlene is tangled in a complex love triangle with David and Ben, and – like her mother – Harris is caught up in a problem of her own. show less
After a sudden turn of events, the Conner family is forced to face the daily struggles of life in a way they never have before.
Harris is forced to confront Darlene about her lifestyle. Jackie involves herself in other people’s problems to avoid ...read more Harris is forced to confront Darlene about her lifestyle. Jackie involves herself in other people’s problems to avoid confronting her own. Becky is overwhelmed by the costs of raising a baby, so her family steps in to help. show less
Jackie learns that the Chinese restaurant is going out of business and sees an opportunity to reopen the Lunch Box, but ...read more Jackie learns that the Chinese restaurant is going out of business and sees an opportunity to reopen the Lunch Box, but she's caught by surprise when she uncovers a secret. Meanwhile, Mary gets upset when a woman assumes she is adopted, and Darlene continues to deal with her complicated love life. show less
Chaos ensues when Dan finally gets the entire family together for Thanksgiving dinner; mixed feelings about the Lunch Box ...read more Chaos ensues when Dan finally gets the entire family together for Thanksgiving dinner; mixed feelings about the Lunch Box continue to build tension in the house; Harris makes an unexpected move. show less
Jackie is faced with a difficult decision that brings the family and community together. Meanwhile, Becky starts working a new ...read more Jackie is faced with a difficult decision that brings the family and community together. Meanwhile, Becky starts working a new late-night shift at Casita Bonita, and Darlene goes to extreme measures to mend her relationship with Harris show less
Dan is disappointed when everyone but Becky forgets about his birthday. Darlene and Ben face an issue at work. Dan takes ...read more Dan is disappointed when everyone but Becky forgets about his birthday. Darlene and Ben face an issue at work. Dan takes advantage of the family Christmas Santa photo to force Jackie to befriend Louise. show less
The Conners struggle to accept Becky's new boyfriend, a Green Bay Packers fan. Dan tries to impress upon Mark the importance ...read more The Conners struggle to accept Becky's new boyfriend, a Green Bay Packers fan. Dan tries to impress upon Mark the importance of the family's die-hard loyalty to the Bears. Ben and Darlene try to get a loan for their new magazine. show less
Becky thinks that Jackie's new friend, a restaurant supplier, is taking advantage of them; Darlene is thrilled when Harris ...read more Becky thinks that Jackie's new friend, a restaurant supplier, is taking advantage of them; Darlene is thrilled when Harris gets into Central Illinois State, but Harris might have found a better offer; Dan finds himself in an embarrassing situation. show less
The Conners share their differing takes on why they all think everyone should vote. Louise gets an opportunity that might send ...read more The Conners share their differing takes on why they all think everyone should vote. Louise gets an opportunity that might send her away from Lanford, prompting the family to interfere in Dan’s complicated relationship. show less
Dan avoids coping with a death in the family, only to be confronted by it head-on. Ben and Darlene address Ben’s baby fever ...read more Dan avoids coping with a death in the family, only to be confronted by it head-on. Ben and Darlene address Ben’s baby fever and have “the talk.” The Lunch Box is officially open for business, and Dwight gets the jitters when he has to fill in for the chef who suffers an accident. show less
Dan starts to bond with his younger half-brother but he can’t get over the fact that their father paid for Ed Jr.’s college ...read more Dan starts to bond with his younger half-brother but he can’t get over the fact that their father paid for Ed Jr.’s college education, something he refused to do for Dan. Jackie hits it off with a fun married couple, so much so that they “invite” her into their relationship. Harris and Mark do not react well to the news that Darlene is trying to have a baby with Ben. show less
Harris is the boss of Darlene after her mom, desperate for money, gets a job at Price Warehouse. Jackie decides to take her ...read more Harris is the boss of Darlene after her mom, desperate for money, gets a job at Price Warehouse. Jackie decides to take her “thrupple” relationship with Ron and Janelle to the next level. Everyone makes fun of Ben’s appearance after he shaves his beard in an attempt to appear more clean-cut to potential advertisers for the magazine. show less
Harris is newly unemployed, depressed and has moved back into the house, while Becky struggles to find affordable childcare; ...read more Harris is newly unemployed, depressed and has moved back into the house, while Becky struggles to find affordable childcare; Jackie suggests Becky reach out to Emilio's family for support; the family contemplates tattoos. show less
Bev is back from Arizona and has come to the realization that she'd like to use her finances to spread happiness. She has ...read more Bev is back from Arizona and has come to the realization that she'd like to use her finances to spread happiness. She has decided to fund Mark's tuition to a prestigious coding camp, while Darlene tries to convince her to give the money to Harris instead. Dan realizes how much he misses Louise, and Becky persuades him to visit her on tour show less
Dan and Louise take their relationship to the next level and come to appreciate the complexities of aging. Meanwhile, Darlene ...read more Dan and Louise take their relationship to the next level and come to appreciate the complexities of aging. Meanwhile, Darlene spends the night in jail and hands off parenting duties to Ben. Mark and a friend work on a class experiment that leaves them both with hickeys, and Becky contemplates marrying Emilio. show less
Darlene and Ben go apartment hunting as they take on the next step in building their life together. Jackie and Becky take ...read more Darlene and Ben go apartment hunting as they take on the next step in building their life together. Jackie and Becky take Beverly Rose on a road trip to Mexico to meet her father for the first time while Dan reluctantly shares his financial troubles with Louise as he struggles with the pending foreclosure of the house. show less