Name: Perfect Strangers
Uploaded: 2025-04-30T18:43:45.000Z
Description: A Mediterranean immigrant comes to live with his distantly related American cousin, creating a culture clash.

A Mediterranean immigrant comes to live with his distantly related American cousin, creating a culture clash.

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Larry Appleton moves to Chicago to live on his own, only to have his distant cousin Balki Bartokomous land on his doorstep.

Knock Knock, Who's There? (pilot)

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) teaches Balki (Bronson Pinchot) how to say "no," then regrets it when he needs Balki to say "yes" to an important favor.

Picture This!

Balki wants Larry to explain how he can approach American women, but Balki seems to need no explanation.

First Date

Balki loses his confidence when an accident convinces him that he'll never earn his cherished driver's license.

Baby, You Can Drive My Car

Balki is so excited about his new checking account that he spends $3,000, but he only has $128 in the bank.

Check This!

Balki's (Bronson Pinchot) plans to arrange a surprise birthday party for Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) go awry.

Happy Birthday, Baby

Larry panics when a pregnant friend of Balki's goes into labor.

Hello, Baby

Larry and Balki (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot) work out at a health spa in order to impress Jennifer and Mary Anne (Melanie Wilson, Rebeca Arthur).

Hunks Like Us

During a championship game, Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) must choose whether to send in a top hitter or let Balki (Bronson Pinchot) play.

The Unnatural

Larry has a date with his dream girl but winds up catching a cold, so Balki goes on the date instead.

Ladies & Germs...

Balki (Bronson Pinchot) becomes eternally grateful to his cousin (Mark Linn-Baker) for having saved his life.

Lifesavers

When they win a trip to Las Vegas, Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) fears that Balki (Bronson Pinchot) will catch gambling fever.

Babes In Babylon

Larry becomes concerned when Balki falls in love with the sweet-talking woman with whom he is supposed to be studying.

Falling in Love Is...

Larry and Balki prove to be able baby sitters until they discover that the infant they are caring for is the wrong one.

Two Men And A Cradle

When Larry and Balki (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot) decide to testify against a numbers-racket boss, they receive a death threat.

Can I Get A Witness?

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) heads the tenants in a rent strike against their negligent landlord, Twinkacetti (Ernie Sabella).

The Rent Strike

A blizzard strands Larry and Balki in Chicago for the holidays.

A Christmas Story

Larry and Balki (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot) try to hide a stray dog from their snoopy landlord, Mr. Twinkacetti (Ernie Sabella).

Dog Gone Blues

When his wife throws him out of their home, Mr. Twinkacetti (Ernie Sabella) moves in with Larry and Balki (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot).

Since I Lost My Baby

Larry and Balki try to outdo each other in the kitchen when they invite Jennifer and Mary Anne to dinner.

Trouble In Paradise

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) plays amateur psychiatrist to get to the root of Balki's (Bronson Pinchot) insomnia.

Beautiful Dreamer

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) is ambivalent about letting Balki (Bronson Pinchot) join him at a black-tie preview of the works of a renowned photographer (James Greene).

Tux For Two

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) blames the disappearance of his bicycle on a wisecracking 12-year-old (Bobby Jacoby) friend of Balki's (Bronson Pinchot).

Tenspeed & Softtouch

In the first of a two-part episode, Larry tries to become a ski expert overnight so he can impress Jennifer on a group skiing trip.

Snow Way To Treat A Lady, Part 1

In the second of a two-part episode, an avalanche traps Larry, Balki and Jennifer in a cabin, so they try digging a tunnel to escape.

Snow Way To Treat A Lady, Part 2

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) winds up stranded on the roof while trying to shoot a prize-winning photo. With Bronson Pinchot.

Up On The Roof

Balki and Larry (Bronson Pinchot, Mark Linn-Baker) quit their jobs at the store and find work in a small diner. Susan Kellerman and Tim Rossovich guest star.

Get A Job

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) is unsure of his sister's (Sue Ball) chances when she decides to move to New York.

Hello, Elaine

After Larry and Balki both get their dream jobs at the Chicago Chronicle, Balki's boss tries to fire him.

All The News That Fits

Larry's (Mark Linn-Baker) on a diet and Balki (Bronson Pinchot) attempts to keep him away from food he's hidden in the apartment.

Weigh To Go, Buddy

An amorous Sunday editor threatens to fire Balki (Bronson Pinchot) unless he gives in to her desires.

Sexual Harrassment In Chicago

Balki (Bronson Pinchot) takes on a cereal company whose product doesn't live up to its advertising. With Mark Linn-Baker.

Taking Stock

Larry and Balki win a shopping spree at the local supermarket.

Better Shop Around

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) gets jealous when Balki and Jennifer (Bronson Pinchot, Melanie Wilson) appear to be sneaking around behind his back.

Your Cheatin' Heart

A psychic makes strange predictions about Larry's future - predictions which soon start coming true.

The Horn Blows At Midnight

Larry talks Balki into taking karate lessons with him after being bullied in front of Jennifer and Mary Anne.

The Karate Kids

Balki and Larry (Bronson Pinchot, Mark-Linn Baker) pose as hoods to expose the ringleader of a counterfeit-merchandise operation. With Freeman King, Tony Longo and Lee Arenberg.

Night School Confidential

In a dream sequence, 40 years have passed and Larry's the world's oldest cub reporter, while Balki is rich and famous.

Future Shock

Balki's (Bronson Pinchot) addiction to television and junk food transforms him into a "couch potato." With Mark Linn-Baker.

Couch Potato

In a single evening, Larry and Balki break into the boss's office, hide on a 12th-story ledge, and save the life of a suicidal reporter.

The Break-In

When Larry and Balki are chosen to appear in the Chronicle's TV commercial, Larry develops the ego of a star.

To Be Or Not To Be

Larry convinces Balki that the confidential information Balki obtains in the mail room must never be revealed - until it's Larry who wants to know.

My Lips Are Sealed

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) is horrified to learn that Balki (Bronson Pinchot) has invited an ex-convict into their home.

The 'Pen' Pal

The gang must produce an order for 2,000 of Balki's (Bronson Pinchot) special cream puffs within a 48-hour period. With Mark Linn-Baker.

Just Desserts

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) tries to fix a faulty shower head in Jennifer's (Melanie Wilson) apartment, but winds up flooding the place. With Bronson Pinchot.

Pipe Dreams

Balki (Bronson Pinchot) makes great preparations for the arrival of his 106-year-old grandmother. With Mark Linn-Baker.

Bye-Bye Biki

When Balki graduates first in his night-school class, he hopes for a traditional ceremony and prom.

The Graduate

After the cousins are accidentally handcuffed together, Larry is forced to bring Balki to an important meeting.

The Defiant Guys

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) is so insecure when his brother (Ted McGinley) visits that he gets Balki (Bronson Pinchot) to help him lie about his position at the newspaper.

My Brother, Myself

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) refuses to believe that Balki's (Bronson Pinchot) new friend is Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis.

You Gotta Have Friends

Balki wants to play the lottery, but Larry warns him it's not worth it.

The Lottery

When Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) takes an assertiveness-training course, Balki (Bronson Pinchot) winds up getting pushed around.

Assertive Training

Larry watches a horror movie marathon on Halloween, and the next morning he thinks Balki has become an alien.

Aliens

Balki volunteers himself (and Larry) to move Lydia's piano up ten flights.

Piano Movers

A rich newspaper owner believes Balki is the Crown Prince of Mypos and invites Larry and Balki to his estate.

High Society

In the first of a two-part episode, both Larry and Balki hate camping, but Jennifer loves it, so Larry arranges a trip.

Up A Lazy River, Part 1

In the second of a two-part episode, Larry leads his lost group around the woods in a circle for five hours.

Up A Lazy River, Part 2

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker), Jennifer (Melanie Wilson) and Mary Anne (Rebeca Arthur) recall Balki's (Bronson Pinchot) first years in America.

College Bound

Larry's (Mark Linn-Baker) Christmas spirit is tested when Balki (Bronson Pinchot) invites his Scrooge-like boss (Sam Anderson) to their party.

The Gift Of The Mypiot

Larry and Balki (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot) realize that their underpaid housekeeper (Doris Roberts) is no bargain.

Maid To Order

Balki (Bronson Pinchot) joins a motorcycle gang to take his mind off Mary Anne's (Rebeca Arthur) departure. With Mark Linn-Baker.

That Old Gang Of Mine

Larry and Balki (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot) overhear Harriette's husband (Reginald VelJohnson), a policeman, discussing a top-secret case.

Crimebusters

Balki (Bronson Pinchot) is a game show contestant. With Mark Linn-Baker.

Games People Play

Balki and Larry (Bronson Pinchot, Mark Linn-Baker) stand in for two ailing stewardesses en route to Tahiti.

Come Fly With Me

Balki's trip to the optometrist causes trouble when he's needed as a substitute for the bowling team.

Blind Alley

A hypnotized Balki (Bronson Pinchot) faces a tax audit believing he's Elvis Presley. With Mark Linn-Baker.

The King And I

Larry and Balki are put in jail after they refuse to reveal a source.

Prose And Cons

Larry's (Mark Linn-Baker) minor repairs to Balki's (Bronson Pinchot) car cause a major headache.

Car Wars

Larry and Balki (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot) attempt to convince Lydia (Belita Moreno) that her boyfriend is a gigolo.

Just A Gigolo

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) is determined to win back the money Balki (Bronson Pinchot) lost in Gorpley's (Sam Anderson) weekly poker game.

Seven Card Studs

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) flunks his journalism students when they don't meet his perfectionist standards. Guest stars: Judy Prescott, Joshua Cadman. With Bronson Pinchot.

Teacher's Pest

Balki (Bronson Pinchot) feels obligated to go through with a prearranged marriage. Guest star: Kathryn Marcopulos. With Mark Linn-Baker.

Wedding Belle Blues

Larry incurs the wrath of Myposians when he lies about his roller skating skills to impress Jennifer.

Good Skates

After a minor car accident, Larry plans to defraud an insurance company to help his sister with her tuition.

Lie-Ability

Balki (Bronson Pinchot) brings his own brand of hard-boiled journalism to the employee newsletter. F.J. O'Neil guest stars. With Mark Linn-Baker.

The Newsletter

Balki's first trip to the dentist goes haywire after Balki and Larry accidentally inhale too much laughing gas.

Tooth Or Consequences

Larry reports on a money laundering scheme - prompting the scheme's designer to take over the office with a bomb.

Dog Day Mid-Afternoon

Larry and Balki find a secret compartment in the chimney containing clues to the works of a famous poet.

Poetry In Motion

In the first of a two-part episode, Larry's father comes to visit, and everyone ends up trapped in the basement - as it fills with water.

Father Knows Best?, Part 1

In the second of a two-part episode, Larry and his father finally express their true feelings for each other while trapped in a flooding basement with Balki and their friends.

Father Knows Best?, Part 2

The gang plays golf with Jennifer's father. Larry struggles on purpose to let her father win, but Balki doesn't miss a shot.

Hello Ball

Due to her fear of cameras, Lydia turns down an offer to do a TV talk show version of her advice column. After Larry convinces her to try, Balki must rescue Lydia from having a nervous breakdown during her first (and last) show.

Almost Live From Chicago

Balki tries to make a home video of his life to send back to his relatives in Mypos, but the project turns into a disaster after Larry appoints himself as director.

Home Movies

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) gets greedy when Balki's (Bronson Pinchot) system for winning the office football pool works.

Everyone In The Pool

Balki's visiting identical cousin, Bart (Bronson Pinchot in a dual role), lures him into an investment scam. With Mark Linn-Baker.

Because They're Cousins

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) becomes a hospital volunteer to get an interview with an injured football star. With Bronson Pinchot.

Disorderley Orderlies

Balki (Bronson Pinchot) is asked to negotiate when a Chicago-based conglomerate wants to buy half of Mypos. With Mark Linn-Baker.

The Selling Of Mypos

Larry and Balki take their girlfriends on a trip to paradise - which turns out to be their worst nightmare.

Nightmare Vacation

Mary Anne (Rebeca Arthur) moves in with the boys (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot) after having an argument with Jennifer (Melanie Wilson).

Three's A Crowd

Larry and Balki are visited by a man who once tried to blow them up, but his visit creates another dangerous situation.

A Blast From The Past

Larry is confounded after Balki is promoted to an executive position at the newspaper, and he uses his investigative reporting techniques to discover the truth.

He's The Boss

After Larry is accused of stealing office supplies, Balki shows no mercy as head of the grievance committee.

Here Comes The Judge

Larry and Balki (Mark Linn-Baker, Bronson Pinchot) are stranded atop a chandelier in the house they are renovating.

This Old House

The gang and Mr. Gorpley go for an outing at a cabin. They wind up capturing an escaped killer, but soon differing stories surface about who actually caught him.

Eyewitless Report

When Balki's latest best friend, Yeorgi the Parrot, flies out a window left open by Larry, he must face the consequences.

Bye Bye Birdie

Larry and Balki get the popular host of a children's TV show fired - before trying to get him rehired.

Digging Up The News

After thieves ransack Larry and Balki's apartment, Larry installs a sophisticated, high-tech security system.

Safe At Home

Balki takes care of a problem child who's been terrorizing the building, while Larry tries to write a report for the paper.

New Kid On The Block

Larry (Mark Linn-Baker) is afraid to tell Jennifer (Melanie Wilson) how he feels about her dating an old boyfriend. With Bronson Pinchot.

The Breakup

Larry and Balki buy a race horse, but the horse finishes last. When they discover the horse has an incurable disease, Balki takes the horse to the apartment and tries a Myposian potion to cure him.

Perfect Strangers

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