"Give Your Uncle Arthur a Kiss" is the sixth episode in the first season of the NBC family sitcom Family Ties. It originally aired on November 10, 1982, and is the sixth episode of the series overall.
Synopsis[]
Mallory's frightened when a close family friend and her father's co-worker makes a pass at her. Meanwhile, Steven creates a farewell tribute to Arthur that is set to air during the station's pledge drive.
Plot[]
Steven Keaton and Arthur Press (played by David Spielberg) have worked together at WKS Public TV for many years. The kids refer to him as "Uncle Arthur". When they are alone for a moment, Arthur hugs Mallory inappropriately. She approaches Alex for advice, but he's not that helpful, and Mallory downplays what happened. Arthur talks to her later, covering up his real intentions, and then kisses her forcefully. Mallory eventually tells Elyse about Arthur's action. Elyse confronts Arthur on-air during the pledge drive.
Cast[]
Starring[]
- Meredith Baxter as Elyse Keaton
- Michael Gross as Steven Keaton
- Michael J. Fox as Alex P. Keaton
- Justine Bateman as Mallory Keaton
- Tina Yothers as Jennifer Keaton
Guest Starring[]
- David Spielberg as Arthur Press
- Sal Viscuso as Richard Grasso
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