Home Movies - Season 1
Season 1
Network
DatesApr 26, 1999 - Oct 7, 2001
Episodes
Season 1Episode 130 min
Get Away From My Mom
"Get Away From My Mom" is the pilot episode of the American animated sitcom Home Movies. It originally aired on United Paramount Network on April 26, 1999. In the episode, eight-year-old Brendon Small discovers that his mother, Paula, is set to have a date with Brendon's soccer coach, the lazy, profane alcoholic John McGuirk. Brendon resents McGuirk for this and expresses his outrage throughout the episode. The date goes terribly and McGuirk and Paula decide to not pursue a relationship. Meanwhile, Brendon and his friends Melissa and Jason film a new movie about a rogue police officer.
The episode used retroscripting, a process by which the actors completely improvised all their dialogue lines, the first time this technique was used for an animated television production. Certain script material, however, was provided by series co-founder Loren Bouchard, who also directed the episode. The pilot also utilized the "Squigglevision" style of animation which was used to produce the show for the entirety of its first season. In its original broadcast, "Get Away From My Mom" received a 1.4/2 Nielsen Rating, the lowest UPN had ever received in that time slot. The episode received mixed reviews from television critics, particularly pertaining to its employment of improvisation.
Apr 26, 1999
Season 1Episode 230 min
I Don't Do Well in Parent-Teacher Conferences
Brendon is in danger of being held back when he won't complete the research for his presentation, and Paula isn't helping his cause.
May 3, 1999
Season 1Episode 330 min
The Art of the Sucker Punch
"The Art of the Sucker Punch" is the third episode of the first season of the American animated sitcom Home Movies, and the 3rd episode of the series overall. It originally aired on the UPN network on May 10, 1999. The episode concerns a confrontation between Brendon Small and local bully Shannon, after Brendon discovers Shannon has been physically harassing his friends Jason. Brendon decides to record his preparation for the fight, as well as the fight itself, in order to create a documentary.
"The Art of the Sucker Punch" was written using "retroscripting," where each cast member completely improvised their lines, though certain script material was provided by co-creator and episode director Loren Bouchard. The episode was based on an experience co-creator and lead voice actor Brendon Small had at his school in his childhood with a bully. Comedian Emo Philips guest starred in the episode as Shannon.
In its original broadcast, "The Art of the Sucker Punch" received a 1.0/2 Nielsen Rating, continuing a streak of low ratings the series had been receiving since the pilot episode. Despite very low ratings, the episode received generally positive reviews, with multiple commentators noting its portrayal of relatable life problems.
May 10, 1999
Season 1Episode 430 min
Brendon Gets Rabies
Taking care of the neighbor's cat isn't as easy as the Smalls thought it would be.
May 17, 1999
Season 1Episode 530 min
Yoko
The soccer team goes on a camping trip that ends in disaster for the coach--and in love for Brendon and Loni.
May 24, 1999
Season 1Episode 630 min
Director's Cut
Duane has written a rock opera based on Franz Kafka's 'Metamorphosis,'and he wants Brendon to direct. But the collaboration has a few bugs.
Sep 2, 2001
Season 1Episode 730 min
It Was Supposed to Be Funny
Brendon decides to add some comic relief to his documentary about Melissa's grandfather, but nobody is laughing.
Sep 9, 2001
Season 1Episode 830 min
Method of Acting
Brendon signs up for an acting class, and Paula teaches at an adult education center. Brendon tries to take control of his class while Paula almost loses control of hers.
Sep 16, 2001
Season 1Episode 930 min
Life Through a Fisheye Lens
Brendon wants to buy a fisheye lens, but the Smalls are on a budget. He is forced into the working world when his mother refuses to extend his line of credit.
Sep 23, 2001
Season 1Episode 1030 min
School Nurse
The new school nurse has everyone's attention. Coach McGuirk and Jason eye her as a love interest; Brendon sees her as his ticket to getting out of class.
Sep 30, 2001
Season 1Episode 1130 min
Mortgages & Marbles
Coach McGuirk decides to buy a condo, but getting approved for a mortgage proves to be difficult. He probably shouldn't have moved out of his old place until he found a new one. Meanwhile, Brendon decides to make an educational film for kids.
Sep 30, 2001
Season 1Episode 1230 min
Law and Boarder
Brendon gets hit by a car while riding down the wrong side of the road on his bicycle and ends up with Coach McGuirk representing him in court. Meanwhile, an old 'friend' of Paula's from college pays an unexpected visit.
Oct 7, 2001
Season 1Episode 1330 min
Brendon's Choice
Brendon, Melissa and Jason win local filmmaker awards. In an interview for the local news, the anchor asks Brendon about his family, which triggers a sudden curiosity about his dad.
Oct 7, 2001
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