Rock 'n' Roll Daddy / Episode List

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This episode guide contains all the episodes from the Australian sitcom Rock 'n' Roll Daddy , sorted according to when they were first broadcast in Australia . The first broadcast was between January 22, 1991 and September 14, 1993 on a weekly basis on the Australian television station Nine Network . In Germany, the television series was broadcast on ProSieben from November 14, 1994 to May 5, 1995 . Between 1990 and 1993, 101 episodes were created in a total of three seasons.

season 1

No.
( total ) 		No.
( St. ) 		German title Original title First broadcast in Australia German language first broadcast (D) Director script
1 1 The family out of nowhere Daddy cool Jan. 22, 1991 Nov 14, 1994 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
The "old rocker" Bobby Rivers had a big hit in the 1970s with Easy Street . After that it was quiet around him. He lives in an old house with his old friend and roadie, Doug Stevens. One day, Tracy Lawson, an old friend, is at the door. Then Tracy reveals to Bobby that he is the father of 15-year-old twins Anna and Thomas Sumner. The mother was killed in a plane crash months ago. Anna and Thomas spend one night in the house. In the end, all three move into the house.
2 2 The embarrassing papa Substitutes Jan. 29, 1991 Nov 15, 1994 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
The first parents' evening at the new school is coming up. Thomas is embarrassed by his old-fashioned father. Bobby has no interest in it and so Thomas comes up with the idea of ​​actor Doug as his father. But it turns out differently, because Bobby befriends the school principal, who is an old hippie himself .
3 3 Not with my daughter! Born to Be Wild Feb 5, 1991 Nov 17, 1994 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
With the help of an educational advisor , Bobby wants to become a better father. But it does not get past the first pages of the book. Now he finds out about Anna's friend named Derek. Derek doesn't like Bobby because he's a long-haired rock musician and Bobby knows the life of musicians from personal experience. He picks up on Derek and talks to him. Then Derek returns with a short haircut in a suit and tie. He was accepted into law school.
4th 4th Legends of the past I hate the music Feb 12, 1991 Nov 23, 1994 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Bobby gets the offer to go on tour with other old rock musicians for half a year . He dreams of being on stage and being cheered like in the past. But there is the problem that he is now the father of two children and cannot leave them alone for 6 months.
5 5 The say-no week Look What They've Done to My Song Feb 19, 1991 Nov 30, 1994 Pino Amenta Elizabeth Coleman
The school has a say-no week against drugs. Anna wants a pair of Doc Martens shoes to impress her crush. Bobby has no idea and thinks the Doc Martens are a pair of special orthopedic shoes. Furthermore, Thomas Bobby wants to convince of his quality as a manager and sells a song for a commercial.
6th 6th The man nobody needed Are You Lonesome Tonight? Feb 26, 1991 Nov 22, 1994 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Doug tries his best to cook, but the family doesn't like it. Out of disappointment, he leaves the house and takes a hotel room. When Doug doesn't come back the next day either, the house deteriorates more and more and chaos breaks out.
7th 7th A touch of pepperoni I wanna be bobby's girl 5th Mar 1991 Nov 28, 1994 Pino Amenta Steve J. Spears
Thomas has a crush on 18-year-old Karen, who works in a quick diner. When she picks Thomas up from home, the family meets her. She is more mature than 15-year-old Thomas, so Karen is much more interested in older Bobby than in Thomas.
8th 8th The first hangover Whiter shade of pale March 12 1991 Dec 1, 1994 Pino Amenta Stig Wemyss, Kate Langbroek
Anna and Thomas come home drunk after a party. Tracy is furious and accuses Bobby of a bad influence on the children. She decides to move out with Anna and Thomas. Before that happens, Bobby and Doug remind Tracy that she used to be no innocent lamb herself.
9 9 Bobby and the nineties You've got a friend 19 Mar 1991 Nov 21, 1994 Pino Amenta Elizabeth Coleman
Doug, who works as a taxi driver and actor, has a role as a kiwi in a yogurt commercial. Wayne shows up at Tivoli with an appearance for Bobby . But how do you turn the rocker into a 1990s musician? Then Bobby's guitar Max has also disappeared and Bobby won't perform without it.
10 10 The wild Gloria GLORIA Apr 2, 1991 Nov 24, 1994 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Gloria, an old friend of Bobby's, has signed up for a visit. Tracy doesn't like this at all, because Gloria took her boyfriend off Tracy back then. During her stay, Tracy leaves the house. Thomas is also looking forward to Gloria's visit.
11 11 The gold record Watching the Detectives Apr 9, 1991 Nov 29, 1994 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Anna and Thomas discover that Bobby's gold record has disappeared from the living room. They suspect that Bobby cashed her in order to give Anna a dress. But he doesn't know anything about it and so the police are involved in the theft.
12 12 Not a man for Tracy Emotional Rescue Apr 16, 1991 Dec 5, 1994 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Doug's last relationship was a long time ago. In a conversation with Tracy, she compliments him. Doug misunderstood this, and he had hopes for Tracy. Now she has to carefully bring the amorous Doug back down to earth.
13 13 A lot of noise about nothing The Green, Green Grass of Home Apr 23, 1991 Dec 6, 1994 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Bobby accidentally discovers a joint in the upholstery of his couch . To find out who owns the hashish cigarette, he and Doug watch the couch. Little by little, anyone who is in the vicinity is suspected of being the owner.
14th 14th Animal rights activists among themselves The Lion Sleeps Tonight Apr 30, 1991 Dec. 7, 1994 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Anna is massively involved in animal welfare . Tracy meanwhile has a job with furs in prospect. This leads to an argument between the two. Meanwhile, Bobby and Doug take in a black cat that has run into them. They call her Hendrix .
15th 15th Mario in love When a Man Loves a Woman May 7, 1991 Dec 8, 1994 Pino Amenta Elizabeth Coleman
Wayne Lovett, the devious and sleazy manager of Bobby is like a different person. He's really nice and easy to get along with. Behind this is Wayne's new friend Rita. She's the exact opposite of Wayne. She can even call him Mario by his real name. The family in the Rivers house is excited and looking forward to meeting Rita. Wayne's past catches up with him.
16 16 Who is the father here? Beast of Burden May 14, 1991 Dec 12, 1994 Pino Amenta Pino Amenta
Doug brings a large portion of the money into the household as a taxi driver. But he loses his license due to an accident. Now Bobby has to prove that he is the head of the family. He secretly takes on a job as a kitchen assistant in a theater restaurant. The family, however, tells Bobby that he has a job as a musician there. Tracy finds out the secret.
17th 17th The resurrection This Old Heart of Mine May 21, 1991 Dec 13, 1994 Pino Amenta Rob Cox
There is a heated argument between Bobby and Thomas. Suddenly Bobby collapses during the argument and has to be hospitalized. When Wayne inquires about Bobby's condition at the hospital, there is a misunderstanding. He believes that Bobby has already passed away. The whole family is in mourning and a miraculous resurrection takes place.
18th 18th The French lover Chanson D'Amour May 28, 1991 Dec 14, 1994 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Tracy met the French musician Etienne. He's the direct opposite of Bobby. The young man is educated, cultured and prefers to listen to classical music. Then Tracy even wants to move to Paris with Etienne. Then Bobby writes a song as a declaration of love for Tracy.
19th 19th Of fathers and sons Yesterday's Hero 4th June 1991 Jan. 9, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Former band member Lochie Burns comes to visit as a surprise. The musician has become a busy businessman. He also has no time for his son David; trying to reach him. Lochie tries to persuade Bobby to join his company in order to have more money for the children. Lochie's son David then commits suicide.
20th 20th Colorful memoirs Paperback Writer June 11, 1991 Jan. 10, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
Wayne found a publisher who wants to do Bobby's memoir . Bobby agrees, but as he learns there is a catch. The manuscript must be ready in a few days. While Tracy and Thomas are skeptical, Doug is already dreaming of the lead role in the filming of the book. Only daughter Anna believes in Bobby and he can do it too, but differently than expected.
21st 21st The stolen song The great pretender June 18, 1991 Jan. 11, 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
The newspaper claims that Bobby's hit Easy Street was not his and that it was stolen. This is what a certain Georgie Leonard claims. None of the family believes this, but Bobby is acting strangely. Doug lures Georgie Leonard into Bobby's house, where the two meet. When Georgie repeats his accusation, Bobby does not fight back. Late in the evening Georgie Leonard returns to the house drunk and there the whole story clears up.
22nd 22nd Give it to him, Thomas! Tonight's the night June 25, 1991 Jan. 12, 1995 Pino Amenta Steve J. Spears
Anna raves about the arrogant talk show host David Brasche. When the show is looking for a typical family, Anna applies. One day a camera team suddenly stands in front of the door and filming begins completely unprepared. In the show, he insults the family with sayings. At this time, Thomas comes home after visiting the dentist. While still under anesthesia, he gives David Brasche his opinion.
23 23 (Not) a weekend at the beach Summer Holiday 2nd July 1991 Jan. 13, 1995 Pino Amenta Greg Haddrick
Bobby has long dreamed of a vacation with the family. It's supposed to go to the beach at Cocky's End; where the big snail race takes place every year . The family is not very enthusiastic, but they grant Bobby his wish. After the old VW bus is fully charged; the car does not start. After all, Bobby even has to force the others to go on the ride.
24 24 Speak after the whistle! Call me July 9, 1991 Jan. 16, 1995 Pino Amenta Paul Leadon
Because of Thomas and Tracy's stock deals in the fashion industry, they always need to be reachable by phone. That's why Thomas gets an answering machine. Bobby can't handle the technical device at all. This is not without consequences.
25th 25th Forty fever Help Me Make It Through the Night July 16, 1991 Jan. 17, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
Anna and Thomas come home with the flu . When Tracy and Doug also become ill, Bobby is left to care for the sick on his own. Wayne has good news for Bobby as he has been nominated for the Gaggi Music Prize. But Bobby only wants to go to the awards ceremony when everyone is healthy again. The day of the awards show has come and Tracy, Anna, Thomas and Doug are all well again. But now Bobby and Wayne are sick.
26th 26th When the father with the daughter American Pie July 23, 1991 Jan. 18, 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Doug did some big shopping at a flea market. A parent's guide lies in a box, which Bobby then reads. He wants to improve his relationship with Thomas and, as described in the book, suggests a camping trip . However, his son has absolutely no interest in it; Anna wants to go camping with Bobby all the more.
27 27 The anti-Casanova My way July 30, 1991 Jan. 19, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Thomas needs a minder for his stand at the flea market. He found the ideal solution with his schoolmate Rhys. Rhys isn't the smartest; but it is all the stronger. But he has one condition. He wants to go out with Thomas' sister Anna. Anna is reluctant, but a rendezvous is arranged. But that doesn't stop the matter.
28 28 Secret wedding All My Friends Are Getting Married Aug 4, 1991 Jan. 20, 1995 Kendal Flanagan Philip Dalkin
Bobby's old VW bus is in the workshop for urgently needed maintenance . Meanwhile, Tracy works on designs for wedding dresses. Then a bouquet of flowers is delivered to the house. When Bobby then speaks of a “big day”, Anna and Thomas believe that the two want to secretly get married.
29 29 Should and have Money for Nothing Aug 13, 1991 Jan. 23, 1995 Kendal Flanagan Philip Dalkin
Bobby's record company wants their AU $ 10,000 advance payment on record sales in South America back. But he only sold three records there. But nobody else can lend him that much money and the only option he has left is to sell the house. He won't get very much for the old house.
30th 30th Whoever believes it will be saved! The Two of Us Aug 20, 1991 Jan. 24, 1995 Kendal Flanagan Philip Dalkin, Werner Molinski
Bobby is home alone because the kids are on a school trip. Doug is on an acting class and Tracy is seeing a friend. But Tracy will be back soon because her friend canceled the meeting. A burglar is up to mischief in the vicinity of the Rivers house. Bobby and Tracy are scared and end up on the couch together. At that moment the rest of the family is in the door and the two have to explain the situation.
31 31 Bobby's last chance Twisting by the pool Aug 27, 1991 Jan 25, 1995 Kendal Flanagan Kate Langbroek, Megan Rees
The twins' 16th birthday is imminent and they both want a pool table . Of course Bobby wants him to fulfill her wish and instructs his manager Wayne to get a table. On the morning of the birthday, Wayne is still not there with the present. Bobby is about to confess to the kids when Wayne shows up with a pool table. But the table has its price.
32 32 A man for certain hours Would I Lie to You 3rd Sep 1991 Jan. 26, 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
A Tracy customer is not only interested in and harassed her fashion designs. Out of necessity, she claims to be married to Bobby Rivers. The customer wants to see for himself and the contract is signed in Bobby's house. Tracy doesn't think he can play the role of husband. So it's actor Doug, but he has something else to do.
33 33 Money is in the air Money Changes Everything Sep 10 1991 Jan. 27, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
A classified ad causes a stir in the newspaper. Musician Drak is offering AU $ 20,000 for a specific record from the 1960s . Bobby, who has a large record collection, owns the record. He just doesn't know where it is. After a long search he finds the record cover with valuable autographs on it. The price even rises to AU $ 125,000. Then Anna discovers that the record cover has the wrong record.
34 34 The morning after Dream lover 17 Sep 1991 Jan. 30, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
After a busy day at work, Tracy needs some relaxation. Bobby, Anna, and Thomas aren't home, so Doug suggests they go to a pub with Wayne. Wayne sees his hour come and sees that Doug is prevented. That night, Tracy and Wayne come home heavily drunk. When Tracy wakes up in her bed in the morning, she can't remember anything. Wayne tells her about a wild night.
35 35 The vampire next door Bat out of hell Sep 24 1991 Jan. 31, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
A man in a cloak is hanging around the house next door. Bobby thinks the man is a vampire and is left alone with his opinion. To get to know the neighbor better, they invite him to dinner. When the day came, Bobby Doug convinced him of his suspicion. To protect against the bite of the "vampire", the two sit at the dining table with thick scarves. In the course of the conversation, the guest says that he comes from Transylvania . Now the light also goes out.
36 36 Too old for rock and roll? Staying Alive Oct 1, 1991 Feb. 1, 1995 Pino Amenta Clare Madsen
At 41 years old, Bobby feels very old. The career as a rock star is also over; he only gets bad offers. Doug's mother June Stevens comes to visit, the widow who even astonishes her son with her modern, youthful lifestyle. Now the old hippies Bobby and Doug make the experience of having stood still in the 1960s.
37 37 Bobby's last fan Crazy for You Oct 8, 1991 Feb. 2, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Bobby receives a threatening letter from a certain Britt. In it, she writes that she wants revenge because Bobby now has children with a woman other than her. The woman is a disappointed fan. One night the house was also ravaged and the pictures of the children were destroyed. Now Bobby gets scared of the stalker . Manager Wayne tries again to pull cheap publicity out of the matter. As a result, the incident clears up; the letter writer had mistaken the addressee. The letter was for Alice Cooper .
38 38 Discharge for the manager Breaking up is hard to do Oct 15, 1991 Feb 3, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
Bobby is fed up with his manager Wayne Lovett. He only gets appearances in old people's homes, kindergartens or fairs. In addition, Bobby is not even money, but only with kind paid. As a result of an argument, Bobby fires his manager. Bobby takes over the business, but to no avail. He focuses on management and signs a punk band .
39 39 A bad example Take a walk on the wild side Oct 22, 1991 Feb 6, 1995 Pino Amenta Stig Wemyss, Kate Langbroek, Megan Rees
The good Anna is friends with her wild classmate Nicola Norton and this has consequences. She doesn't do what she's told and hangs out with Nicola at night. This puts Anna in bad company. Finally, Thomas even fights with several boys because of Anna.
40 40 The first time Like a virgin Oct 29, 1991 Feb 7, 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Thomas finally wants to lose his virginity and tries to talk to Bobby about it while he is fixing his favorite ashtray. Bobby says that he started doing it in school and was a real "master". Thomas could also learn "it" very easily. Bobby immediately finds the ideal "teacher" for Thomas. When Thomas comes home again, Bobby tells him the "lessons" are about to start. Then Thomas sees who his "teacher" should be, because Tracy is standing in front of him. When Thomas is finished, Bobby would like to "practice" with Tracy. Anna and Doug are also interested. Thomas runs away screaming; the whole time it was just about the pottery and nothing else.
41 41 Family at the grill Stuck on you Nov 5, 1991 Feb 8, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Bobby and Doug bought a grill for a big family barbecue. Thomas has completely different thoughts; he fell in love with Anna's new tutor Susan. All efforts come to nothing, because Susan feels drawn to women. Anna has a problem with this situation.
42 42 Alone against the mafia Born to Run Nov 12, 1991 Feb 9, 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Wayne gets a mysterious call from a Tony. It is immediately clear to him that this could only have been the mafia godfather Tony Tellini. He wants Wayne to 10,000 AU $ back have that Wayne with him embezzled has. Moved out of his mother's home, Wayne quartered himself in Bobby's house as a hiding place. Tony finds out about him and soon after is at the door. When Wayne hears that Tony has a "present" for him, he thinks that his last hour has struck.
43 43 Computer games Computer Games Nov 19, 1991 Feb 10, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Anna has a computer for her work at the school newspaper . Thomas doesn't leave her in peace and wants to go to the computer. On top of that, Wayne is back in the house and has brought his equally annoying nephew Sam with him. When Bobby and Sam played around on the computer together, it ended in chaos.
44 44 What a night! Silent Night Nov 26, 1991 Dec 15, 1994 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
The family is preparing for the upcoming Christmas Eve . The doorbell rings and a young man with his pregnant wife is standing in front of the door. They want to use the phone because their car breaks down. Bobby is immediately convinced that the Christmas story with Maria and Joseph is repeated in the Rivers House . In addition, two police officers report a bright light over the house. For Bobby this is the final proof of the Christmas miracle.

season 2

No.
( total ) 		No.
( St. ) 		German title Original title First broadcast in Australia German language first broadcast (D) Director script
45 1 Dance of the trample Let's dance Feb 25, 1992 Feb 13, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Thomas raves for his school friend Emma and she wants with him a large debutantes - ball go. He only has one problem because he can't dance at all and Tracy takes over the dance class. In doing so, however, she turns out to be an unskilled teacher and after a short time Thomas has enough of it with aching feet. Now only Bobby comes into question as a dance teacher.
46 2 Heroes of work Taking Care of Business 3rd Mar 1992 Feb 14, 1995 Pino Amenta Stig Wemyss, Megan Rees, Kate Langbroek
Anna and Thomas are both doing an internship . Anna works with Tracy in the fashion industry and Thomas as an expert in the financial market . At least that's what he claims, but the reality is different. He works as an onion cutter at the fast food restaurant Burger Boy . The secret is about to be revealed when one day Wayne Lovett happens to walk into the store. Now Thomas has to come up with something.
47 3 The most beautiful electrician in the world I've got to be me 10 Mar 1992 Feb 15, 1995 Pino Amenta Clare Madsen
The electrical lines in the Rivers house need to be repaired. Tracy takes care of it and hires a company to do the work. One day, when Doug walks into the house, the young electrician Julie is at work. Before long, Doug fell in love with Julie. But she thinks Doug is the famous rock musician Bobby Rivers. He lets her believe, but then the young woman wants to hear a vocal sample from the supposed Bobby Rivers.
48 4th Louey the liar History Never Repeats 17th Mar 1992 Feb 16, 1995 Pino Amenta Elizabeth Coleman
After twenty years, Bobby's old manager Louey Little reappears. Bobby has bad memories of Louey because he used to cheat on his money. Louey enthuses Bobby about a big comeback for him. He and Wayne get wrapped up and agree to it. When it comes to financing the comeback, Bobby even mortgages his house to Louey.
49 5 The fateful letter The Letter 24 Mar 1992 Feb 17, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin, Michael Pope, Kevin Harrington, John Herouvim
A package is delivered to the Rivers house. There are some things in the package from Anna's and Thomas' mother, Beth Sumner. She was killed in a plane crash. Beth's diary is also included. Bobby and Tracy agree that the children will not see the diary. Anna and Thomas get to the book and read it. But the diary does not provide any information about why Bobby separated from Beth. The letter that Bobby wrote to Beth at the time provides a surprising clarification.
50 6th The road to fame You're So Vain 31 Mar 1992 Feb 20, 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Doug has little success as an actor and is frustrated. He does not get beyond small roles or commercials. Then he got the offer to play the lead role with Melanie Griffith in a remake of the famous Hitchcock film The Birds . The nice Doug becomes an aloof wannabe star and he also wants to leave the family.
51 7th The pizza monster Addicted to love Apr 7, 1992 Feb 21, 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Bobby has a great preference: he likes to eat pizza. As a result, he is heavily indebted to all family members and there is little hope of getting the money back. Tracy has an idea. Bobby would have to go without a pizza for 48 hours, then he would be forgiven his debts. Should Bobby fail to do this, the amount would double.
52 8th The woman who knew everything The Winner Takes It All Apr 28, 1992 Feb 22, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
Anna takes part in a quiz competition and wins. As a reward, Anna is allowed to compete in a quiz show . Thomas wants to support his sister; she prefers to prepare for the performance alone. Everything goes according to plan in the show and Anna reaches the second round without any problems. But then Anna makes a mistake: Although she knows the answer, she pushes the button too late and is out of the game.
53 9 The stolen twins Baby love May 5th 1992 Feb 23, 1995 Pino Amenta Jan Sardi
Bobby deeply regrets that he missed the twins growing up and childhood. Tracy suggests babysitting her friend Veronica's children . As a test, he already practices with a doll, which Anna and Thomas cannot understand at all. When Bobby shows up at home with Veronica's children, the children believe that Bobby has kidnapped the babies.
54 10 Tickets to LA Devil Woman May 12, 1992 Feb. 24, 1995 Pino Amenta Alan Hardy, Galia Hardy
The famous singer Jackie Hammond, an old friend of Bobby's, comes to visit. Tracy is less pleased and jealous because he and Jackie spend a lot of time together. The two want to perform together in the future and Bobby will go to Los Angeles with her . The family is not enthusiastic about it; but they cannot change it. Bobby exchanges his first-class ticket for 6 second-class tickets.
55 11 Look for a job! Get a job May 19, 1991 Feb. 27, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Bobby goes under the gardener and wants to create a vegetable garden. Meanwhile, Doug and Tracy are busy with other things. Doug's earnings as a taxi driver are rather modest, and on top of that, Tracy lost her job. A crisis meeting in the Rivers House initially brought no result. So Doug got the idea to offer a party service together with Tracy . At the same time, Bobby is on the verge of despair. Nothing just wants to grow on his vegetable patch.
56 12 The days of the commune Come together May 26, 1992 Feb. 28, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
After a night of movies from the 1960s, Bobby is depressed. The good old days as he knew them are over. But Bobby does not want to accept that and plans to set up a commune in the Rivers House . The other family members are not at all enthusiastic about the revival of the flower power time with meditation , relaxation and doing nothing.
57 13 Don't be my Romeo! Love hurts 2nd June 1992 1st Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
After receiving a mail from an old schoolmate, Tracy discovers with horror that she is one of the last single women in her school year. A short time later, Thomas' school friend meets Marcus Tracy. Fatally, he thinks Tracy is in love with him. Now Tracy has to somehow convince her young suitor that it is not so. At the time, Bobby had a big "jeans problem".
58 14th Bobby Beethoven The Sounds of Silence June 9, 1992 2nd Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Stig Wemyss, Kate Langbroek
Contrary to expectations, Wayne made a big appearance for Bobby. He is said to appear and sing live on the country's most popular television show. To everyone's surprise, Bobby declines this offer. The reason for the cancellation is the rock musician's poor hearing , which has suffered over the years. Tracy wants to know more, but Bobby downplays the problem. Doug, in turn, is supposed to play the lead role in a play.
59 15th Pizza for breakfast I like bread and butter June 16, 1992 6th Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
When Thomas walks into the kitchen one morning, it's Tracy, not Doug, who is making breakfast. Despite running a party service with Doug, she's a bad cook and yet has to bake chocolate chip cookies for a kids' party. When Tracy goes to the dentist, Bobby has to cook for the party. Manager Wayne Lovett sneaks in as a clown at the party.
60 16 Belly dance food Walk Like an Egyptian June 23, 1992 10 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Stig Wemyss, Megan Rees, Kate Langbroek
Tracy has a catering assignment for a party at the Egyptian consulate. She takes care of the equipment and the dancers while Doug prepares the food for the celebration. Meanwhile, Anna reports to her father that kangaroo meat is sold in Winnie's Café . The animal rights activist immediately plans a protest march against the café. Wayne offers Tracy one of his dance groups for the festival. She refuses to do this and dances for it herself at the party.
61 17th The legacy sneaks Love Me Tender June 30, 1992 13 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Elizabeth Coleman
Business is slow for Tracy and Doug's party service. Then they get the job of delivering food to the family reunion of the Punchettos, Wayne Lovett's Sicilian relatives. Wayne has a keen interest in ensuring that everything runs smoothly and that the festival is a success. With this he hopes for a large part of Uncle Alfonso's family legacy.
62 18th Quentin, the pedigree dog You Ain't Nothing But a Hound Dog July 7, 1992 7th Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Tony Hood
Bobby would like to mow the lawn with his son. Thomas doesn't even think about it and has other plans. He brings home the pedigree dog named Quentin, which is intended for Emma's mother Babs Bigelow. Thomas and Anna argue about the dog, when Bobby's manager Wayne comes by again. He's wearing his new red suit, which Quentin the dog is particularly attracted to.
63 19th On the ego trip Under my thumb July 14, 1992 14 Mar 1995 Andrew Friedman Dianne Dempsey, Philip Dalkin
Anna and Thomas urge their father to read a book from time to time. This turns out to be a mistake because Bobby is reading a book about self-actualization . The book says that with strength and determination, you can achieve anything in life. After an initial reluctance, Bobby takes this to heart. As a result, to the horror of the family, Bobby develops into a ruthless egomaniac .
64 20th Men just drive better Jump in My Car July 21, 1992 15th Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Anna is preparing for her driving test. Bobby thinks this is not a good idea and tries to talk her out of it, but to no avail. The old-fashioned Bobby is particularly bothered by the fact that Anna gets her driver's license before her brother Thomas and that men are better drivers anyway. Tracy then makes a bet with Bobby as to which of the children will get the driver's license beforehand. Tracy practices with Anna and Bobby helps Thomas prepare for the exam.
65 21st The only witness Look Through Any Window July 28, 1992 17th Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin, Clare Madsen
Bobby broke his leg and is now in a wheelchair. Out of boredom, he watches the neighbor couple Sue and Jim who are constantly arguing. Then Bobby sees Sue stabbing and dismembering Jim to get him aside. Of course, the family doesn't believe this story, which sounds a lot like the Hitchcock film The Window to the Courtyard . One day, neighbor Sue shows up at the Rivers house to kill Bobby as the only witness to the crime.
66 22nd The curse I put a spell on you Aug 4, 1992 9 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
A lot goes wrong in the family home, which leads Bobby to the conclusion that there is a curse on the house. He happens to know a spirit healer, but she first charges AU $ 150 for her work. But that is not enough. In addition, Wayne is said to distribute gold dust for AU $ 1,000 in the corners of the house so that the exorcism can also work completely. Before that can happen, Doug has a mishap.
67 23 The little black book Let's spend the night together Aug 11, 1992 3rd Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
Anna fell in love with Greg Hewitt. Anna's friend Jodie asks her if they have slept together. This is not the case, but on the next rendezvous with Greg she wants to take the last step towards it. Nothing will come of the project at the meeting. Then Anna learns that Greg has a little black book in which he grades his friends. With that, Anna's business with Greg is over.
68 24 What was the name like? Unforgettable Aug 18, 1992 20 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
The renovation of the Rivers House, which began 20 years ago, should finally be completed. After a short time, the living room is a single construction site. Bobby has another problem. He cannot remember the name of any particular actor from the 2001 Kubrick film : A Space Odyssey . Until he remembers it, Bobby cannot continue working. The search for the name then begins. After a while, Bobby comes up with the name. It's Gary Lockwood and that was the name of the building authority man who forbade Bobby to renovate the house 20 years ago.
69 25th Michelle Michelle Aug 25, 1992 16. Mar. 1995 Pino Amenta Alan Hardy, Galia Hardy
Thomas fell in love with the banker's daughter Michelle. But before something can become of the two, Michelle first wants to get to know Thomas' family. Given his father and his way of life, Thomas fears the worst. But he can't change him, because Bobby stays Bobby. The day Michelle comes to visit comes and the meeting turns out very differently than expected.
70 26th Always on the nose! Love & Marriage Sep 1 1992 March 8 1995 Andrew Friedman Shane Brennan
Thomas, Anna, Bobby and Wayne are having breakfast in the kitchen when Tracy only now comes home. Bobby tries to explain the situation to the children with a car breakdown. In fact, this is true, but Tracy was also out with a man all night. Of course, Bobby doesn't like this at all.

season 3

No.
( total ) 		No.
( St. ) 		German title Original title First broadcast in Australia German language first broadcast (D) Director script
71 1 Another son The real thing Feb 9, 1993 21 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Jan Sardi
One day, 17-year-old Billy appears at the door and claims to be the son of Bobby and his mother Cleo. He looks and behaves very much like Bobby. Bobby remembers Cleo and Billy moves into the Rivers house. Not to the delight of everyone in the house, but Anna has a crush on Billy. When a picture of Billy's mother Cleo pops up; Bobby remembers and the story clears up.
72 2 Top hit in Kazakhstan Back in the USSR Feb 16, 1993 22 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
Wayne has good news for Bobby. His earlier hit Easy Street is in the top ten of the music charts in Kazakhstan . Manager Wayne immediately has plans for a major tour of the Soviet Union . Meanwhile, Anna and Thomas quarrel over a Shakespeare play at the school. Thomas would rather play with Anna's friend Jodie than with her.
73 3 Message from Buddy Holly Not fade away Feb 23, 1993 23 Mar 1995 Andrew Friedman Anthony Morris
Thomas is in dire straits because he and his father have been invited to a party with his school friend Charles Delahunty. Thomas worries that Bobby will embarrass him. After all, the Delahuntys are one of the richest families. They are already fighting over clothes for Bobby. Wayne has another gig for his client Bobby. He is supposed to sing songs by Buddy Holly at the gig .
74 4th Poor Enzo! Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head 2nd Mar 1993 24 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Shane Brennan
The faucet in the kitchen does not work. Tracy took a DIY course and now wants to show what she has learned. She wants to renovate all of the pipes in the house. Wayne is devastated because he believes he ran over his friend Enzo. There is deep sadness in the Rivers house. But then it becomes clear; who or better what Enzo was.
75 5 Blondes preferred! Some Enchanted Evening 9 Mar 1993 27 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Elizabeth Coleman
Thomas is still after Anna's friend Jodie. Only he's not Jodie's type at all. After Thomas wins dinner for two; he sees his chance. Anna persuades Jodie to go on the date and joins them out of pity. The evening meal comes from Tracy and Doug's party service and is "flavored" with scouring powder. On top of that, Wayne also mimes the violinist for the two of them and so the disaster evening takes its course.
76 6th The wrong forgery On I That Easy to Forget 16. Mar. 1993 28 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Doug faces a tough decision. The visa his girlfriend Georgina running out, so Doug offers her to marry her. The problem seems to have been solved when Georgina's mother suffers a heart attack. Now Doug is faced with the question of whether he will accompany Georgina to England or not. A large Pop Art painting hangs in the living room of the house . Thomas is convinced that the picture was made by the famous artist Roy Lichtenstein and wants to sell it.
77 7th Dangerous kiss let it be 23 Mar 1993 29 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Stig Wemyss, Megan Rees
One day Bobby wakes up and feels the driving force in his life again; he only it is called. It gives him strength, creativity and almost clairvoyant powers. Bobby feels like he's in the second spring . But there is also a dark side of the id and that brought Bobby and Beth apart at the time. He does not want to lose again and must necessarily his family it get rid of.
78 8th The red danger I See Red 30th Mar 1993 30th Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Tony Hood
Anna wants to do an internship at a large US company. However, she is rejected because her father used to take part in anti-American actions. His children demand from him that he should distance himself from his actions towards the company. Wayne doesn't want to be seen with Bobby either, especially now that he's got a veteran appearance. The question is what is more important to Bobby. The professional future of his daughter or his conviction ?
79 9 Young love Love is in the air Apr 6, 1993 31 Mar 1995 Pino Amenta Jan Sardi
Tracy doesn't like that Anna is in love with a man named Matt. She already had business to do with his father. Matt gives Anna a ring, but it doesn't fit her. Tracy is supposed to take the ring to the jeweler so that it can be changed. On the way there Tracy loses the ring and now a new one has to be found so that Anna doesn't notice anything. The bad luck for Tracy is that the jeweler only sells an expensive ring with real diamonds.
80 10 The dead live longer Down Among the Dead Men Apr 13, 1993 Apr 3, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
Bobby is in a good mood. His music is played on the radio and his records are selling again. But he doesn't know the reason for this. Wayne spread the rumor that Bobby Rivers had died. Wayne assigns his nephew Sam to take care so that Bobby doesn't leave the house and be seen. When the family learns of Bobby's death, they go to the police and Wayne gets into trouble.
81 11 Rarely laughed so much! I started a joke Apr 20, 1993 Apr 4, 1995 Pino Amenta Michael Pope, Kevin Harrington
Thomas has been bugging the family with childish pranks lately. When Thomas mixed a hair restorer with itching powder for Wayne and tried to trick him with it, misfortune happened. Bobby drinks the mixture and then falls into a coma . Thomas is in a panic. Little does he know that the scene was faked by the family to get Thomas back for his pranks. But what they didn't expect. Thomas turns himself in to the police and goes to jail.
82 12 The great opportunity Only Women Bleed Apr 27, 1993 Apr 5, 1995 Pino Amenta Kate Langbroek
Bobby has the prospect of a big job. A musical producer wants to produce a rock opera and Bobby is supposed to write it. Everyone is in a good mood except for Tracy. She discovered a tumor in her breast; which has to be removed by surgery. Bobby is very worried about Tracy and instead of meeting the manager, drives to her at the hospital.
83 13 Two weeks with Harriet? Killing Me Softly May 4th 1993 Apr 6, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Since Tracy went to a seminar and was not home for 2 weeks; the household in the Rivers house is becoming more and more neglected. That's why Thomas hires a housekeeper . It's the sister of his math teacher and it's called Harriet. After a short time, Bobby and the children agree that Harriet has to leave the house again. When Bobby tries to gently teach her, Harriet locks the whole family out of the house and demands an apology.
84 14th The red kite I am woman May 11, 1993 Apr 7, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Harriet is still working for the family. Thomas happened to find a photo of Harriet in a magazine ... and she was naked! Thomas believes he can finally drive Harriet out of the house. But before he can ask her about it; Harriet sits crying at the kitchen table with the magazine in her hand. Bobby should appear as a country and western singer. He is not enthusiastic about it because he cannot do anything with this style of music. But he has no other choice from the financial hardship.
85 15th Miracles are happening from time to time Turn the page May 18, 1993 Apr 10, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Tracy finally comes back from the seminar. She got an offer for a job; but for that she would have to go to New York . She declines the offer because of the children. Then the unbelievable happens. Beth, Anna and Thomas' mother who was believed dead, is standing in the doorway. She explains how she was falsely pronounced dead. After 15 years she meets Bobby again.
86 16 Goodbye kisses Amigos para siempre May 18, 1993 Apr 11, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
After Beth's surprising return, Anna and her quarrel. Ultimately, they all for keeping Beth with the family. Now that the children have a mother again; Tracy decides to take the job in New York and leave the Rivers house.
87 17th Heads or tails? Move Baby Move May 25, 1993 Apr 12, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
After Tracy moves out, her room in the annex is empty. Beth would rather live in the house and that's why Bobby, Anna, Thomas and even Wayne claim the room. Beth urgently needs to make a decision because there is a dispute among the others. When it gets too much for her, she just flips a coin and Thomas wins the room.
88 18th Naked Facts In the Flesh June 1, 1993 Apr 13, 1995 Mike Smith Stig Wemyss, Kate Langbroek, Megan Rees
Thomas sneaks into a nude drawing class in the art school class to observe the nude model. This was a bad idea because the nude model is none other than his own mother. Beth wants to do something about Thomas problems with the nudity and does something about it. Anna and Bobby are looking for a new haircut for him, but they just can't agree.
89 19th Pearls in front of the students At the hop June 8, 1993 Apr 18, 1995 Pino Amenta Alan Hardy, Galia Hardy
A celebration is to take place in Anna and Thomas' school. The two prepare the party together with their mother. Beth assumes that the catering service taken over by Tracy will deliver the food and Bobby will take care of the music. But they find out that the children don't want them with them. Bobby and Beth worry and believe that their children hate them. The party doesn't go as planned either.
90 20th Yesterday's sins Always on My Mind June 15, 1993 Apr 19, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Bobby remembers that he is a time a friend Spider-Man - Comic stole. The guilty conscience gnaws at him and wants to make up for it. The comic is now a coveted collector's item and now costs more money than Bobby owns. Thomas has another problem. He wants to go on a balloon ride with Jodie, but he has a big pimple on his face and doesn't want to be seen like that. Beth has now found a partner for the catering service in her bitchy neighbor Sue.
91 21st Old love doesn't rust Friday on My Mind June 29, 1993 Apr 20, 1995 Pino Amenta Jan Sardi
Bobby wants to impress Beth and starts doing sports. Both of them have feelings for each other again. The affection is so great that the two want to spend the night together. When it comes to this, Bobby realizes that he has already exhausted himself too much in sports. Thomas has another girl in his eye. To impress the exchange student, he tans his upper body so that he can pretend to be a cool surfer.
92 22nd Where is the money? Money Makes the World Go Round July 6, 1993 Apr 21, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin, Shane Brennan
Bobby needs money again and goes to the household budget; determined from a cookie jar. To his and Beth's horror, the can is empty. Initially, a break-in is suspected behind it; but it turns out that all family members are in financial need. So anyone could have taken the money, but then the incident is surprisingly cleared up.
93 23 Come under my blanket Stairway to Heaven July 13, 1993 Apr 24, 1995 Pino Amenta Alan Hardy, Galia Hardy
Beth is unsure and doesn't know how to go on with her and Bobby. To gain clarity, she goes to Wayne's cousin in the country, because she is an astrologer . When Beth is back home, they plan to try again to spend the night together. When the time came, however, they forgot one thing: the next day is Mother's Day. So Anna and Thomas storm into her room in the morning to surprise her and see that she is not alone.
94 24 Enlightenment in the elevator From a distance July 20, 1993 Apr 15, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin
Bobby is in a bad mood because he lacks Tracy. Without further ado he flies to New York ; but he has bad luck there. Tracy's not home. When he is about to leave the house, he meets an old man in the elevator and starts talking to him. Meanwhile, Wayne has an interesting offer for Bobby. He is supposed to step in for the bassist of the Led Zeppelin group . Wayne now fears that Bobby will not return from New York in time.
95 25th In a pizza frenzy Just the Way You Are July 27, 1993 Apr 26, 1995 Pino Amenta Stig Wemyss
Bobby is scheduled to judge a pizza competition to choose the best pizza in town. Anna is mad at her mother. She read a letter to the editor in a magazine; which is about an Anna . The letter writer, a "disturbed mother", complains about her daughter Anna's old-fashioned hobbies. Beth tries to make it clear to her that she didn't write the letter, but Anna doesn't want to know anything about it.
96 26th Mother is to blame for everything! We are family Aug 10, 1993 Apr 28, 1995 Pino Amenta Elizabeth Coleman
There has been a lot of argument in the Rivers house lately. Beth then hires a family counselor to solve the problems. After all of your problems have been discussed; the consultant comes to his result. He thinks Beth is the cause of the argument. After an argument with his mother, Wayne also wants to speak to the family counselor.
97 27 Wayne, the benefactor Like sister and brother Aug 17, 1993 May 2, 1995 Pino Amenta Elizabeth Coleman
Wayne's old school is about to be closed. To prevent this from happening, he is planning a benefit concert with Bobby and other great musicians. To attract interest to the concert; claims Wayne Bruce Springsteen will perform at the concert. When the dizziness is exposed; Wayne has to come up with something quickly. During the night Thomas finds Anna sitting behind the house crying. During the conversation it turns out that someone wanted to rape Anna. But she doesn't want Bobby or Beth to know about it.
98 28 On the barricades! Old School Yard Aug 24, 1993 May 3, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
The break room of the senior class of Anna and Jodie's school is to be demolished as the space is being brought by a construction company. Beth and Jodie do not want to allow this to happen and try to prevent this through a demonstration . Meanwhile, Bobby has received an invitation to a class reunion. He's debating whether or not to go there. Back then, his classmates kept playing tricks on him.
99 29 The big math fraud Your Cheatin 'Heart Aug 31, 1993 May 4, 1995 Pino Amenta Philip Dalkin, Tony McNamara
Thomas got a 1 and even more points than Anna in a math test; what she can't believe. Beth attributes the good grade to her learning methods. Now "math genius" Thomas Wayne's nephew Sam is supposed to give tutoring. When that fails miserably, the truth emerges.
100 30th Beth, the biker bride Leader of the Pack Sep 7 1993 Apr 27, 1995 Mike Smith Tony Hood
The family has new neighbors and Anna and Beth become friends with them. Beth receives a motorcycle for free from the neighbors who love to listen to heavy metal music . She also wants to use it. To prevent this, Thomas pours honey into the tank out of fear. A little later, the family receives the news that Beth has had a motorcycle accident.
101 31 The last day of school School's Out Sep 14 1993 May 5, 1995 Pino Amenta Anthony Morris
The last day of school has come for Anna and Thomas and this is being celebrated. Both will take a job during the vacation . Anna and Thomas have good jobs in prospect, but things turn out differently. Thomas has to repeat the final year of school and Anna will start studying at the university. Meanwhile, Bobby has been commissioned to write promotional melodies for a supermarket chain.

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