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The daily trials and tribulations of handyman Tim Taylor, a TV show host raising three boys with help from his loyal co-host, domineering wife, and unseen neighbor.
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The daily trials and tribulations of handyman Tim Taylor, a TV show host raising three boys with help from his loyal co-host, domineering wife, and unseen neighbor.
Cast, crew and production details
Tim AllenTim Taylor
Patricia RichardsonJill Taylor
Earl HindmanWilson Wilson Jr.
Richard KarnAl Borland
Zachery Ty BryanBrad Taylor
Taran Noah SmithMark Taylor
Jonathan Taylor ThomasRandy Taylor
Debbe DunningHeidi
ABCUnited States
Touchstone TelevisionUnited StatesWatch options above are for the show and may vary by season or episode.
Episode 1
Jill surprises Tim with a river-rafting trip for his birthday, sinking his plan to attend a NASCAR event.
Written by Lloyd GarverGuest stars Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Michael Cudlitz, Chris Stacy, Laurel Green
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Episode 2
Randy is selected to go to Costa Rica for a year to study the rain forest, and Jill's worried. So Tim decides to "fix things."
Guest stars Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Sam Sarpong, Courtney Peldon, Dennis Cockrum, Shelby Grimm, Jim Campbell, William T. Lewis, Tim Reeder
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Episode 3
Tim and Jill's plans to spend some time together are interupted when Tim's brother and Jill's sister anounce that they are an item.
Written by Elliot ShoenmanGuest stars Tudi Roche, Thom Sharp
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Episode 4
While Brad studies for his SAT's, a friend of Wilson's offers him the chance to play professional international soccer in Europe.
Guest stars Simon Templeman
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Episode 5
Jill is concerned when Al's new rich girlfriend keeps buying him extravagant gifts in order to keep him in the relationship.
Written by Tracy GambleGuest stars David Haskell, Megan Cavanagh
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Episode 6
At a Halloween party Tim encourages Wilson to break up with his girlfriend. who claims to be a witch. But, after he dumps her he mysteriously disappears. Tim blames the witch but when the police arrive Tim is accused of Wilson's disappearance.
Written by Jennifer CelottaGuest stars David Haskell, Richard Riehle, Natalija Nogulich, David Starzyk, Robert Neches, Laura Hauser, Milton Canady
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Episode 7
When Tim overhears Jill saying that one of her patients is having an affair with Heidi's husband, Tim has trouble keeping it from Heidi.
Directed by Peter BonerzGuest stars Mark Dobies, Vasili Bogazianos, Hillary Danner, Channing Chase
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Episode 8
When Tim's first car is destroyed before his eyes in a junkyard, Jill decides to find him a replica of it. Meanwhile, Mark helps Brad make a video for his college applications.
Directed by Peter BonerzWritten by David MaplesGuest stars Dennis Burkley
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Episode 9
Tim becomes unhappy when Al stars in a TV movie with Morgan Fairchild. Meanwhile, Mark tries to get the affection of the most beautiful girl in his class by listening to her talk about her problems.
Directed by Peter BonerzGuest stars Ron Fassler, Bobby Slayton, Morgan Fairchild, Courtnee Draper, Pete Gardner, Layne Beamer, Artie Anderson
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Episode 10
Tim invites his brother Marty and his twins to live with him when he discovers that Marty and his wife Nancy are separated.
Directed by Peter BonerzGuest stars Ashley Trefger, Lindsey Trefger, Jim Labriola, Blake Clark, William O'Leary
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Episode 11
Randy returns from Costa Rica for Christmas only to discover the changes that have taken place in his absence and that life has gone on without him.
Directed by Peter BonerzGuest stars Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Bonnie Bartlett, Ashley Trefger, Lindsey Trefger, Megan Cavanagh, William O'Leary, Thom Sharp
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Episode 12
Tim and Jill try to teach Marty the best way to parent when one of the twins keeps throwing tantrums to get her own way.
Directed by Peter BonerzGuest stars Joel Stoffer, Dom Irrera, Darnell Suttles, Richard Willgrubs, Ashley Trefger, Lindsey Trefger, William O'Leary
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Episode 13
Tim and Jill buy Brad a car. However, when it is stolen, Tim and Al go undercover to catch the thieves.
Written by David MaplesGuest stars Kathryn Joosten, Brent Hinkley, Holly Maples, Mike Grief, Dan Tullis Jr., Adrienne Evans
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Episode 14
Tim gets preoccupied when he is left alone to write his book.
Written by Jennifer CelottaGuest stars Oprah Winfrey, Jay Leno, Leeza Gibbons, Gedde Watanabe, Thomas Bankowski, Nicole Cortez
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Episode 15
Brad blames Tim for possibly ruining his soccer career when he injures his knee on a piece of hardware during a Tool Time shoot at the house. The magicians Penn & Teller appear on Tool Time.
Guest stars Teller, Penn Jillette, Francesca P. Roberts, Robert Neches, William O'Leary
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Episode 16
Tim commissions Mark to make a video to celebrate the completion of his hot rod. When Tim is disappointed with the result, Mark films a new version - with a dance number set to "Greased Lightning."
Written by Tracy GambleGuest stars Ashley Trefger, Lindsey Trefger, Kady Deibel, Nathan Prevost, William O'Leary, Tom La Grua, Patrick Cronin, Troy Christian
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Episode 17
Jill is angry when Tim spends too much time with his new female mechanic near their anniversary.
Written by Lloyd GarverGuest stars Dean Haglund, Vasili Bogazianos, Jenny McCarthy, Ty Hillman, Richard Jenik, William O'Leary
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Episode 18
Plans for a ski trip are put on hold when Jill needs an emergency hysterectomy. Tim helps her face the situation, but becomes frightened when complications arise during surgery.
Directed by Peter BonerzWritten by Elliot ShoenmanGuest stars Roland Kickinger, Joel Higgins, Tammy Lauren, Debra Engle, Lorna Scott, Sonya Eddy, Ally Wolfe, Stephanie Fudge
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Episode 19
Tim waits for news on Jill's surgery. Jill will be fine, although she had to have her ovaries completely removed, not partially as was first thought. Jill's mother comes to visit to help with her daughter's care and with her mood swings.
Directed by Peter BonerzWritten by Elliot ShoenmanGuest stars Polly Holliday, Joel Higgins, Jeanette Miller, Kathy Byron
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Episode 20
Tim and Wilson's friendship is tested when Wilson wins $10,000 and decides to build an elaborate science lab in his backyard - which blocks the Taylor family's view.
Directed by Patricia RichardsonGuest stars Kate Levering, Andreana Weiner, Milton Canady, Josh Wolf
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Episode 21
Harry announces that he is retiring and selling the hardware store. Tim organizes a fundraising party for the store, but ends up buying it himself. But when the customers dry up, Tim begins to wonder what he is doing wrong.
Directed by Peter BonerzGuest stars Pat Asanti, Jim Labriola, Blake Clark, William O'Leary, Casey Sander, Tom La Grua, Shirley Prestia, Patrick Cronin
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Episode 22
Jill's thesis is before the committee. During Mark's student film viewing, Jill's psychology professor sees Jill criticize him and Jill is worried that this will affect the thesis committee's decision.
Directed by Tim AllenGuest stars Peter Michael Goetz, Rondi Reed, Kyle Sabihy, Brant von Hoffman, Todd von Hoffman, Lyn Alicia Henderson
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Episode 23
Troubles brew on Tool Time when Bud mandates that no non-Binford products are to be used on the show. Brad has to decide whether or not to play soccer earlier than he is scheduled to when he has an opportunity to play in front of a UCLA scout.
Directed by Andrew TsaoWritten by Tracy GambleGuest stars David Reivers, Steve Vinovich, Fred Sanders, Steven Barr, Bridgette Cameron, Milton Canady
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Episode 24
Tool Time continues to be a "jewel" despite the continued excess presence of the Binford name. Things rapidly turn sad when Al decides to take his mother out to dinner to tell her he's going to get married... and she has a heart attack and dies.
Written by Jennifer CelottaGuest stars Vasili Bogazianos, Charles Robinson, Nick Ullett, Danny Zorn, Jim Labriola, Megan Cavanagh, William O'Leary, Keith Lehman
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Episode 25
Tim quits Tool Time, and Jill gets an offer that divides the family.
Guest stars Peter Michael Goetz, Wendie Jo Sperber, Berlinda Tolbert, John Putch, Tom McCleister, Susanne Wright, Danny Zorn, Stan Sellers
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Episode 26
As Tim and the Boys drive to school, they reminisce about some of the memories they have had over the past eight years.
Written by Carmen Finestra
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Episode 27
Tim tapes his final Tool Time; Jill sets up for Al's wedding to Trudy and begins to have second thoughts about moving to Indiana.
Directed by John PasquinWritten by Lloyd GarverGuest stars Mickey Jones, Al Fann, Danny Zorn, John 'Juke' Logan, Janeen Rae Heller, Jim Labriola, Megan Cavanagh, Mario Andretti
Where to watch Home ImprovementEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
