Newsgroup: alt.tv.bh90210 Date: 94-05-23 15:34 From: Christoph Steinecke Subject: BH90210 Episode Guide (Seasons 1-3) Beverly Hills, 90210 Guide Last updated: 5-15-93 Regular Cast ------------ Shannen Doherty . . . . Brenda Walsh (daughter) Jason Priestley . . . . Brandon Walsh (son) Carol Potter . . . . . Cindy Walsh (mom) James Eckhouse . . . . Jim Walsh (dad) Gabrielle Carteris . . Andrea Zuckerman Jennie Garth . . . . . Kelly Taylor Brian Austin Green . . David "DJ" Silver Luke Perry . . . . . . Dylan McKay Tori Spelling . . . . . Donna Martin Ian Ziering . . . . . . Steve Sanders Partial Recurring Cast ---------------------- Christine Elise . . . . Emily Valentine . (Brandon's fatal attraction) Ann Gillespie . . . . . Jackie Taylor . . (Kelly's mother) Matthew Laurence . . . Mel Silver. . . . (David's father) Joe E. Tata . . . . . . Nat . . . . . . . (Peach Pit owner) Christina Belford . . . Samantha Sanders. (Steve's TV star adoptive mom) Dana Barron . . . . . . Nikki . . . . . . (member of Brandon's harem) Nicholle Tom . . . . . Sue Scanlon . . . (Scott's younger sister) Past Cast --------- Douglas Emerson . . . . Scott Scanlon . . (student; seasons 1 and 2) (died in episode 2.14) Notes ----- All episodes have aired in Dolby Surround Sound (TM) stereo 2nd season began new intro scenes and theme music 3rd season switched from Thursday nights to Wednesdays Episodes 2.01 thru 2.07 advertised as "90210 - The Summer" Tori Spelling is daughter of show's producer Aaron Spelling Scott Scanlon always referred to in magazines as Scott Scott Ian (Ziering) pronounced "EYE-an" Quick Bio's ----------- Shannen Maria Doherty . . . . . born 4/12/71 (22), Memphis, TN Jason Bradford Priestley . . . . born 8/28/69 (23), Vancouver, B.C. Gabrielle Anne Carteris. . . . . born 1/ 2/61 (32), Phoenix, AZ Jennifer (Jennie) Eve Garth . . born 4/ 3/72 (21), Urbana, IL Brian Austin Green . . . . . . . born 7/15/73 (19), Van Nuys, CA Coy Luther (Luke) Perry III . . born 10/11/66 (26), Mansfield, OH Victoria (Tori) Davey Spelling . born 5/16/73 (20), Los Angeles, CA Ian Andrew Ziering . . . . . . . born 3/30/64 (29), West Orange, NJ Unofficial Episode # Air Date Synopsis and Notes ---------- -------- ----------------------------------------------------- 1.01 10- 4-90 (pilot) (90 mins) Debut: 16-year-old fraternal twins Brandon and Brenda Walsh adjust to life at West Beverly Hills High after moving from Minneapolis. In the opener, Brandon gains notoriety after his first date, and Brenda dates a lawyer after using an altered ID to get into a dance club. Photo promo: The nice normal Walsh family just moved from Minneapolis to Beverly Hills. It might as well be Mars. Guidelines: Alas, there's no Luke Perry in the 1990 pilot of Beverly Hills, 90210 (he joined the show in the second episode), but Shannen Doherty is on hand as Brenda, a recent arrival who has her hands full after attracting a lawyer and letting him think she's in college. 1.02 10-11-90 "The Green Room" The Walshes come to see that style is no substitute for--More--(6%)[Press space to continue, 'q' to quit.] substance as Brandon hits the beach with one new friend (Luke Perry) who may have both, and another who fears she has neither, while Brenda is left high and dry there by style-conscious Kelly. Guidelines: The week's second 90210 is a repeat of the series' second episode EVER, in which teen hearthrob Luke Perry made his debut as dashing Dylan McKay. Dylan makes a strong impression on Brandon, and vice versa, in a well-crafted outing that also focuses on Brandon's growing friendship with a girl with low self-esteem. 1.03 10-18-90 "Every Dream Has Its Price (Tag)" Brenda's new friend has a problem, in which Brenda suddenly finds herself included. Meanwhile, Brandon gets a job, and Cindy gets a maid, against her wishes. 1.04 10-25-90 "The First Time" Brandon gets a visit from his Minneapolis girlfriend, who brings pleasure one night, but pain the next. Meanwhile, Brenda has an adventure in baby-sitting for a hunk teacher. 1.05 11- 1-90 "One on One" Recruits from outside the school district may sink Brandon's shot at making the basketball team. Meanwhile, Brenda takes her third - or fourth - shot at driver's training. 1.06 11-15-90 "Higher Education" Cheating seems justified to Brandon when he feels victimized by a teacher's grading curve. Meanwhile, Brenda suffers from poor hair coloring. 1.07 11-22-90 "Perfect Mom" Brenda envies Kelly's relationship with her hip-looking mom, until she sees another side at a public event, where Andrea blossoms. 1.08 11-29-90 "The 17 Year Itch" A reunion with the dashing photographer who introduced them in college illuminates some stress between Cindy and Jim, whose differences are reflected in their kids. 1.09 12- 6-90 "The Gentle Art of Listening" On a teen help line, untrained volunteer Brenda becomes the trusted contact for a date-rape victim. Meanwhile, Brandon falls for a worldly older woman. (Guest: Lisa Dean Ryan (Doogie Howser)) 1.10 1- 3-91 "Isn't It Romantic?" While Brandon is wary, Jim is definitely opposed to the growing attraction between Brenda and Dylan. 1.11 1-10-91 "B.Y.O.B." Brandon's first experience with tequila isn't as meaningful as his second, when he and Brenda host a party while their parents are away. 1.12 1-24-91 "One Man and a Baby" Brandon learns some pitfalls of parenthood when he dates a senior who baby-sits a lot; Brenda and Kelly learn to take a fall - out of a plane. 1.13 1-31-91 "Slumber Party" Kelly's friend brings an attitude to Brenda's girls' night in. Meanwhile, Steve and Brandon walk a lonely road on a night out with two comely women. Photo promo: Intimate secrets will be revealed. Startling confessions will be made. Tonight, you're invited to a slumber party... Beverly Hills style. 1.14 2-14-91 "East Side Story" Brandon and an East L.A. exchange student overcome initial hostilities, while the Walshes remain hostile to an unwelcome visitor surprisingly common in Beverly Hills. (Guest: singer Debbie Gibson) Photo promo: Brandon Walsh is about to find out how dangerous love can be. 1.15 2-21-91 "A Fling in Palm Springs" Plans for a Palm Springs weekend include time alone grandparents, who turn out to be much cooler than David. 1.16 2-28-91 "Fame is Where You Find It" The right look at the right place at the right time gets Brandon a shot at TV stardom, while Brenda plays a role covering for Brandon at this restaurant job. 1.17 3- 7-91 "Stand (Up) & Deliver" Kelly and Andrea take different tacks helping Brandon run for class president, while Brenda seeks to run her own ship - out of school and away from home. Photo promo: "Watch it for a couple of weeks - and you may get as hooked as I am" John Voorhees The Seattle Times 1.18 3-28-91 "It's Only a Test" Worries about SATs take a back seat when Brenda finds a lump in her breast, a fear heightened by her family's medical history. Photo promo: Young love is about to face a grown-up challenge. Guidelines: Having lost a 35-year-old aunt to breast cancer, Brenda is understandably alarmed when she finds a lump in her own breast. A thought-provoking March episode. 1.19 4-11-91 "April is the Cruelest Month" Brandon suspects that the driving force behind the school's tennis star may drive the boy to drastic action - with a gun. Meanwhile, SAT scores have Donna suspecting a bleak future. Photo promo: The pressure to succeed. It can be a killer. Guidelines: A high-school tennis star has everything but a good relationship with his father on a suspenseful episode of Beverly Hills, 90210. 1.20 4-25-91 "Spring Training" Guidelines: Another romance blossoms on Beverly Hills, 90210, but the main storyline concerns adoptee Steve's sudden desire to find his natural parents, prompted by a confrontation with the actor who played the TV son of his adoptive mother. Christina Belford plays Samantha Sanders. 2.18 12-19-91 "A Walsh Family Christmas" Carol longs for Christmas Past in Minnesota, until those with no particular place to go - and others with very particular destinations - find their way to Christmas Eve at the Walsh home, where Brenda's new pal Santa adds a special touch. Photo promo: Tonight, at 8:30/7:30, join us for a 90-minute holiday episode. It's the most special night of the year. Guidelines: It's Christmas Eve in Beverly Hills, 90210, so don't fret, there's bound to be a happy ending as Steve looks for his birth mother, Dylan visits his jailed father, and the romance between David's dad and Kelly's mom turns rocky. Meanwhile, doubts and suspicions grow concerning a mysterious Santa. 2.19 1- 9-92 "Fire and Ice" Brandon becomes a pleasant distraction for a figure skater with Olympian goals; backstabbing is included in Brenda's tutoring in retail-sales skills. Guidelines: Beverly Hills, 90210 takes advantage of Jason Priestley's ice-skating skill in this episode addressing dedication to craft. Randy Gardner choreographed the skating sequences and plays an Olympic hopeful's assistant coach; Tai Babilonia plays a TV announcer. 2.20 1-23-92 "A Competitive Edge" Brandon trades his reporter's pen for track shoes, until he smells a story he can't - and shouldn't - ignore. And Brenda's minor accident turns major when the woman she bumped claims whiplash. Guidelines: Clandestine meetings ... anonymous sources ... the threat of violence against a suspected squealer. No, it's not an expose of a covert government operation, it's just another day in Beverly Hills, 90210, where steroid use becomes an issue at West Beverly High. Brenda's dubious driving ability is the subject of a subplot. 2.21 2- 6-92 "Everybody's Talkin' 'Bout It" The condom-distribution program at school had many talking, some writing and one most adamant - until there's an unkind comment from an unlikely source. Photo promo: AN IMPORTANT 90210 Tonight, the issue neither parents nor teens can keep silent on any longer. Guidelines: The controversy over condom distribution in high schools hits Beverly Hills, 90210 in a well- crafted episode with a number of surprises as to who's pro, who's not and why. Even the ending has a surprise, and there are some nice developments between characters not usually at the forefront. 2.22 2-13-92 "Baby Makes Five" Dylan keeps mum about valentine plans for Brenda, but no one keeps quiet about Kelly's mom and David's dad, each the last to know what's going on with the other. Photo promo: Tonight, Al & Peg Bundy host a night of romance. [Simpsons photo on the left page, 90210 on the right (Dylan is "chewing" on the pearl necklace around a smiling Brenda's neck)] Guidelines: Musician Billy Vera and Ja'net DuBois (Good Times) make a guest appearance on this year's valentine's show, in which the news about Kelly's mom spreads like wildfire, and her relationship with David's dad hits the skids. 2.23 2-27-92 "Cardio Funk" Separate admirers court attention from Brenda and Dylan, neither of whom is fully forthcoming with that news. And Jim gets hooked on Karoake. Photo promo: [pic of Luke and Brenda] Maybe it was just too good to last? 90210 Guidelines: The relationship of Beverly Hills, 90210's most popular couple is eye of a pre-med student, while Dylan is busy trying to help a fellow AA member. 2.24 3-19-92 "The Pit and the Pendulum" Brenda and Brandon take opposite sides after learning Jim's new client plans a multimillion- dollar development that would absorb the Peach Pit. Guidelines: It's an emotion-packed Beverly Hills, 90210 when Brandon opposes his father, who represents interests that will close the Peach Pit. Brandon argues sentiment against Jim's bottom line. 2.25 4- 2-92 "Meeting Mr. Pony" Brenda projects control after facing an armed robber at the Pit, but there's a different woman beneath the surface. Guidelines: A confrontation with an armed robber bothers Brenda more than she cares to admit on a taut Beverly Hills, 90210, which finds her seeking counseling, during which she learns about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. 2.26 4-23-92 "Things to Do on a Rainy Day" Donna sees more than she wants to on a pilgrimage to the hotel housing Color Me Badd (appearing as them- selves), while Dylan, Steve and Brandon see less than they want of their in-your-home exotic dancer. Guidelines: Hip-hop group Color Me Badd visits Beverly Hills, 90210, and David, Donna, Brenda and a reluctant Kelly try to visit them at their hotel. Naturally, Kelly is the one who succeeds. 2.27 4-30-92 "Mexican Standoff" Brenda goes anyway after obtaining, then losing permission to go to Mexico with Dylan, whose old friend helps rid Kelly of her blues about her mom's wedding bells. Part 1 of two. Photo promo: A secret weekend in Mexico? Have they gone too far? Guidelines: Spinoff seeds are planted on Beverly Hills, 90210 with the appearance of Grant Show, one of the stars of the upcoming Fox series Melrose Place. Show plays Dylan's social mentor. 2.28 5- 7-92 "Wedding Bell Blues" Conclusion. Mount Jimbo erupts, banning Dylan from the Walsh home, which is suddenly the site for the wedding of Mel and Jackie. Meanwhile, Kelly mourns the departure of Jake. Photo promo: Sweet beginning? Bitter end? It's all happening at the wedding of the year. 90210 - Season Finale. Immediately following "90210," meet the cast of Melrose Place Guidelines: Jackie and Mel tie the knot and Dylan's future with Brenda is threatened on the emotional season finale of Beverly Hills, 90210. Meanwhile, Kelly experiences both joy and despair with Dylan's friend Jake. - - - - - 3.01 7-15-92 "Misery Loves Company" As the third season opens, Brenda defies her father by continuing to see Dylan; Brandon returns to work at the beach club, where Andrea is a co-worker and his parents are new members; and Steve takes a job on a bet. Photo promo: It's the summer before their senior year. The one they'll never forget. Guidelines: Summer's here, and not a moment too soon for fans of Beverly Hills, 90210, who were left wondering what was to become of Brenda and Dylan. As the third season begins they're seeing each other on the sly, in defiance of Brenda's father - and they're caught. The plot thickens dramatically. 3.02 7-22-92 "The Twins, the Trustee, and the Very Big Trip" Kelly's sudden embrace of family values leads to a bridging of the gap between Brenda and her parents, but not before Jim plays hardball with Dylan; and twins turn the tables on a thoughtless Steve. Photo promo: [pic of Brenda walking with dad on left page, her walking with Dylan on the right] It's her family or her boyfriend. Tonight, she has to choose. Guidelines: Summer's here, and not a moment too soon for fans of Beverly Hills, 90210, who were left wondering what was to become of Brenda and Dylan. As the third season begins they're seeing each other on the sly, in defiance of Brenda's father - and they're caught. The plot thickens dramatically. 3.02 7-22-92 "The Twins, the Trustee, and the Very Big Trip" Kelly's sudden embrace of family values leads to a bridging of the gap between Brenda and her parents, but not before Jim plays hardball with Dylan; and twins turn the tables on a thoughtless Steve. Photo promo: [pic of Brenda walking with dad on left page, her walking with Dylan on the right] It's her family or her boyfriend. Tonight, she has to choose. Guidelines: Brenda and Dylan find cohabitation breeds aggravation, and they opt a trial separation on a key, first- run installment of Beverly Hills, 90210 that also marks a truce in the great Walsh War of 1992. Jim and Cindy try some "Creative parenting" to break the impasse with their daughter. 3.03 7-29-92 "Too Little Too Late / Paris 01928" Dylan's father (Josh Taylor) asks a filial favor; Donna and Brenda get a dim intro to the City of Light; an old friend tries, but it's a new one who gives pause to Andrea when her Republican romance may go all the way - to the convention in Houston. Photo promo: While Brenda discovers Paris... Will Kelly and Dylan discover each other? Guidelines: 90210 offers some interesting developments between Brandon and Andrea and . . . Kelly and Dylan. Meanwhile, Brenda, Donna and Donna's luggage (not one piece lost!) arrive in France, where the young women encounter challenges with the men, menus and museums that are closed on Mondays. 3.04 8-05-92 "Sex, Lies and Volleyball" Kelly and Dylan team in volleyball and more, but Steve's partner prefers off the court; David makes music with someone new, while Donna is captured on film, and captivated by the experience. Guidelines: Actress Alexandra Wilson is destined to become the envy of many a young lady as she takes on the role of Brandon's new love interest. Unfortunately, Steve like her, too. [her name will be Brooke] 3.05 8-12-92 "Shooting Star / American in Paris" Kelly and Dylan note the imminent arrival of Brenda, who feigns being French while falling for an American in Paris; Brandon falls for a hard- luck story; and David deals with Steve, who wants to be his manager. 3.06 8-19-92 "Castles in the Sand" Brenda gets a funny vibe from Dylan upon her return, while Brandon sees little amusement in Brooke's social stereotyping. And manager Steve negotiates a gig for client David. Guidelines: "We'll always have Paris." So say both Brenda and Donna as they return to Beverly Hills, 90210. But the thought is also shared by Kelly and Dylan. 3.07 9-09-92 "A Song for Myself" School's in, and David's in for it then his summer fling (Dana Barron) becomes a transfer student - and Donna's buddy. Meanwhile, Andrea has a tough adjustment to the Blaze's new faculty advisor (Mark Kiely); Brenda and Steve act as "senior buddies" to new freshmen (Nicholle Tom, Cory Tyler). Photo promo: [group pic of the 4 "couples"] There's a time when everything you care about has to change. It all begins tonight. 90210 senior year Guidelines: Some new faces come to 90210 as most of the principals begin their senior year. 3.08 9-16-92 "The Back Story" Smoking becomes the least of problems between Kelly and Brenda, who discusses Beverly Hills high-school life with a tabloid-TV show; Brandon starts seeing too much of Nikki (Dana Barron); Steve is tempted by an academic short cut. Photo promo: [pics of Brenda and Kelly] What happens when best friends stop acting like it? 3.09 9-23-92 "Highwire" TV Guide: While Andrea dreams of Yale and Steve hopes for USC, Donna finds a school, Brandon and Brenda fight about who will go out of state, and Kelly and Dylan agree college isn't for everyone. Newspaper: The group members, now seniors, meet with guidance counselors; Jim and Cindy announce that only one child can go to a private college. 3.10 10-07-92 "Home & Away" TV Guide: Brandon goes out on an editorial limb after the school board cancels West Beverly's football game with a school whose last game erupted in fatal violence. Guidelines: "Can we all get along?" Brandon and a compatriot use the power of the press in an effort to answer "yes" to that lingering question in a strong BH90210 in which a football game is cancelled after off-field violence. Subplots include Kelly's meeting with her absentee father, and David's professional musical debut - and his first groupie. 3.11 10-21-92 "A Presumption of Innocence" TV Guide: Meyers' future is on the line over a sexual- misconduct charge, but he's more concerned about the future of his accuser. Meanwhile, surfing becomes hazardous to Dylan's health; and Brandon hits the dance floor. Guidelines: Beverly Hills, 90210 checks in with another issue-oriented hour, in which Gil Meyers - the faculty advisor on the Blaze - is accused of sexual misconduct. It's an accusation he doesn't deny, and the charge drives a wedge between Andrea and Brandon. Meanwhile, a persistent cough blows Dylan out of the water when he learns its cause: ocean pollution. Newspaper: Andrea thinks a student's sexual assault charge against a teacher is bogus; Dylan's cough concerns all. 3.12 11-04-92 "Destiny Rides Again" TV Guide: Fate touches Brenda; random tragedy strikes Andrea; and Donna gets advice from her priest and comedienne Rosie O'Donnell. Meanwhile, SAT scores have Steve recruiting help and Dylan under fire. Photo promo: [pic of Brenda/Dylan, with Kelly looking at them from the side] Brenda. Dylan. Kelly. Tonight, their summer secrets come out. Guidelines: Brenda and Dylan's relationship hits the skids, Donna and David consider consummating their relationship, Steve taps into the school's computer in an effort to change his grades and Andrea is involved in an automobile accident on a pivotal installment of Beverly Hills, 90210. Newspaper: Brenda's Paris boyfriend shows up; Andrea is the victim of a hit-and-run driver; Steve uses his master key to get into the school grade system. 3.13 11-11-92 "Rebel With a Cause" TV Guide: Steve is squeezed as he stays close to the computer-tampering investigation; mutual admirers are Rick (Dean Cain) and Jim, and Jim and his new secretary (Paula Trickey); when things in Dylan's life head south, he heads out. Photo promo: [pics of Brenda & Dylan with respective flings] Seeing other people is one thing. Watching each other do it is something else. Tonight, the sparks fly. Newspaper: Brenda, Dylan and Kelly rethink their relation- ships; Steve thinks Andrea knows about his computer tampering. 3.14 11-18-92 "Wild Horses" TV Guide: Nikki's ex is trouble for Brandon - and Nikki; Donna demands peace between Brenda and Kelly; Dylan finds sanctuary with an older woman, who thinks money can buy everything. Photo promo: [Brandon/Nikki/90210 on left page, Jake/Jo/MP on right] Just when Brandon thought he'd found the right girl... Nikki's past comes back to haunt him. A special night of new episodes. Hosted by Andrew Shue & Courtney Thorne-Smith. Newspaper: Brandon tries to rescue Nikki from an abusive former relationship; Dylan romances an older woman, an heiress. 3.15 11-25-92 "The Kindness of Strangers" TV Guide: Dylan's not the most congenial of hosts when his father gets a Thanksgiving furlough, nor is Jim thrilled to entertain Brandon's homeless acquaintance. Photo promo: [pics of Dylan, Brenda, Kelly] Maybe they've been apart long enough to appreciate being together. It's going to be a Thanksgiving to remember. Guidelines: Thanksgiving brings Steve's mother (Christina Belford), Dylan's father (Josh Taylor), some family-values maintenance and Southern California rarity - rain. Newspaper: Brandon brings home a homeless man for Thanksgiving; Dylan spends the holiday with his dad; expelled Steve tapes a TV show with his mom. 3.16 12-16-92 "It's a Totally Happening Life" TV Guide: Two angels (Bonnie Urseth, James Greene) look on as Andrea gets good news and bad news in the mail; Brandon gets bad news in person; Kelly, Brenda and Dylan try a "mature" approach to their triangular friendship; and all head for disaster en route to a Christmas party for underprivileged kids. Photo promo: [2-page pic: eight 90210 kids on left page, eight Melrose Place on the right] Tonight, everyone's getting together for the holidays. Guidelines: 90210 gives a fanciful nod to "It's a Wonderful Life" in a warm Christmas episode that includes major developments for Brandon and Andrea - separately and together. 3.17 1-06-93 "The Game Is Chicken" TV Guide: Quick money in hot-rod racing attracts Steve and Brandon, but Dylan fears they'll be taken for a ride; Brenda and Kelly look to Princeton men to ease their Dylan dilemma; Donna proves a sound replacement for deejay David. Newspaper: Steve falls in with a bad crowd; Dylan is still undecided; Brenda and Kelly go on blind dates. 3.18 1-13-93 "Midlife ... Now What?" TV Guide: On a woman's weekend away, Cindy fears "mid-life crisis" might strike Jim, but it appears someone else has already succumbed. Guidelines: While Cindy's away, Jim contemplates play as the grown-ups take center stage on a fantasy-filled episode of 90210. The ladies are luxuriating at a prestigious spa. And Jim? He's spending a "working weekend" with his very efficient - and very gorgeous - secretary (Paula Trickey) and his client, an author whose bestseller just happens to be about mid-life crises. Meanwhile, Dylan has fantasies about Kelly and Brenda, but neither is very fulfilling. Newspaper: The girls and their mothers spend a day together at a spa and Brenda hears some shocking news about Mel, Kelly's stepdad. 3.19 1-27-93 "Back in the Highlife Again" Brandon gambles with his own future - literally. Dylan's father is free to enjoy his son, and his money. The Silver's new marriage may already be ending. 3.20 2-03-93 "Parental Guidance Recommended" David must decide between manager Steve and a record deal. Dylan's caught in the war between his folks, and his money. 3.21 2-10-93 "Dead End" TV Guide: Someone's watching over Dylan and his father, but it's no longer Jim; and finances force Kelly's mother to put her house up for sale. Meanwhile, Brenda thrives in a self-defense class. Newspaper: Dylan and his dad enjoy the good life with the trust-fund money; Kelly's mom must sell her house; Brenda and Donna take self-defense. 3.22 2-17-93 "The Child is Father to the Man" TV Guide: Kelly feels lost as the Walshes offer sanctuary to Dylan, who learns more about his father's parole, and struggles with urges to go back to old habits. Photo promo: Tragedy pushes Dylan over the edge. Tonight, he'll find out who his real friends are. Newspaper: Dylan considers drinking after learning shocking truths about his father. 3.23 3-03-93 "Duke's Bad Boys" TV Guide: David pays for going with his music producer instead of his gut; Brandon bets with another bookie to win money to pay off Duke; Andrea tries to ease Dylan's distress; Kelly thinks she has a weight problem. Newspaper: Brandon gets in trouble with a bookie; Kelly takes diet pills; David learns about the music industry. 3.24 3-24-93 "Perfectly Perfect" TV Guide: At Kelly's surprise 18th-birthday party, the guests get an even bigger surprise from Kelly. Meanwhile, Steve badgers Brandon into joining him on a dating-game show. 3.25 4-07-93 "Senior Poll" TV Guide: Most Beautiful senior Kelly fears no one's looking beneath her surface; Brenda reconsiders her college choice; Steve forgets he's dateless when he shines at one of L.A.'s hippest venues. Guidelines: Dyan Cannon is glimpsed among the cheering fans when Steve displays his basketball prowess during a contest at a Lakers game. That leads to some prize money. Newspaper: The results of the senior poll are announced; Steve takes a half-court shot at a Lakers game. Newspaper: All season, the series has been building toward the gang's graduation. The home-stretch really begins with this new episode, in which the outcome of West Beverly's annual senior poll is revealed. 3.26 4-28-93 "She Came in Through the Bathroom Window" TV Guide: On Senior Ditch Day, Kelly is a theft victim, but Donna refuses to be. Meanwhile, Steve and Dylan are in hot pursuit of Burt Reynolds (appearing as himself), who may be able to help an apparent con victim (Cathy Podewell). Guidelines: Series regular Jason Priestley takes on a lot in his directorial debut: guest appearances by Burt Reynolds and Cathy Podewell (formerly of Dallas); a wacky plot; a chase scene; and on- location filming at a California amusement park. Photo promo: (double half-pages of 90210/MP) A SPECIAL NIGHT OF NEW EPISODES HOSTED BY JASON PRIESTLEY It's a great tradition of high school life. First, they cut school. Then, they cut loose. JASON PRIESTLEY'S DIRECTORIAL DEBUT Newspaper: David and the girls head to an amusement park on senior ditch day; at the Peach Pit, Brandon, Dylan and Steve are drawn into a scam. Newspaper: Series co-star Jason Priestley doubles as director on this new episode, involving West Beverly High's "Senior Ditch Day," which finds part of the gang visiting the Magic Mountain amusement park. For those left behind, a con woman provides excitement; Burt Reynolds has a cameo. 3.27 5-05-93 "A Night to Remember" TV Guide: As prom night approaches, neither Brenda nor Brandon has a date, but Donna and David have big plans. Guidelines: It's Prom Night, and evening wear designed by Donna Karan, Norma Kamali and Oleg Cassini is on display. Photo promo: You never know who prom night will bring together. It's the most romantic night of the year. Don't miss two hours of romance [90210 & MP] hosted by Andrew Shue & Courtney Thorne-Smith. Newspaper: Prom night takes an unexpected turn; Brandon and last-minute date Andrea get carried away. 3.28 5-12-93 "Something in the Air" TV Guide: Brandon leads others in taking a risk with some '60s-style activism after Donna is censured in a disciplinary hearing regarding her prom-night activity. Photo promo: [HEATHER LOCKLEAR HOSTS A NIGHT OF ALL-NEW EPISODES!] Brandon organizes a senior class walkout when Donna gets kicked out of school. If they can't all graduate... none of them will. Newspaper: Suspension threatens Donna's graduation; the friends rally to her aid. 3.29 5-19-93 "Commencement" (season finale) (2 hrs) TV Guide: Finally, graduation day! But not before... Steve proposes the gang do "something special"; Andrea frets about her valedictory speech and her college choice, as does Brenda; Dylan gets a windfall and a surprise visit from his mother (Stephanie Beacham); Donna and David emcee the Senior Breakfast; and all recall memorable moments (in flashbacks). [Last first-run episode of the season] Guidelines: On the emotional two-hour Beverly Hills, 90210 season ender, flash- backs key memories, sweet and painful, as graduation day nears. Photo promo: [2-page "hats in the air" photo of the elated elite] 90210 GRADUATION A day they'll always remember. An event you'll never forget. 2 hour season finale Newspaper: At graduation, the friends reminisce about their high school days and look ahead to college. Newspaper: [head shot of Brandon & Brenda in grad caps] The show's third season closes with graduation ceremonies from West Beverly High. The two- hour episode contains flashbacks from past episodes. Jason Priestley and Shannen Doherty star. -- 5-26-93 Special: "90210: Behind the Scenes" (30 mins) (8:30 CST, following expanded Melrose Place season finale) TV Guide: MTV's Katie Wagner interviews the cast of "Beverly Hills, 90210," including Shannen Doherty, Luke Perry, Gabrielle Carteris, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering, Jason Priestly. Photo promo: [photo of Jason behind camera pointed at Shannen and Jennie smiling while going over script] Tonight, a behind-the-scenes look at your favorite stars. Up-close and personal. DIRECTED BY JASON PRIESTLEY - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A 90210 Chronology (based on 1992's Melrose Place round-up from Mike Emmons) Unofficial Episode # Air Date Title ---------- -------- ----------------------- 1.01 10- 4-90 (pilot) 1.02 10-11-90 The Green Room 1.03 10-18-90 Every Dream Has Its Price (Tag) 1.04 10-25-90 The First Time 1.05 11- 1-90 One on One 1.06 11-15-90 Higher Education 1.07 11-22-90 Perfect Mom 1.08 11-29-90 The 17 Year Itch 1.09 12- 6-90 The Gentle Art of Listening 1.10 1- 3-91 Isn't It Romantic? 1.11 1-10-91 B.Y.O.B. 1.12 1-24-91 One Man and a Baby 1.13 1-31-91 Slumber Party 1.14 2-14-91 East Side Story 1.15 2-21-91 A Fling in Palm Springs 1.16 2-28-91 Fame is Where You Find It 1.17 3- 7-91 Stand (Up) & Deliver 1.18 3-28-91 It's Only a Test 1.19 4-11-91 April is the Cruelest Month 1.20 4-25-91 Spring Training 1.21 5- 2-91 Spring Dance 1.22 5- 9-91 Home Again 2.01 7-11-91 Beach Blanket Brandon 2.02 7-18-91 The Party Fish 2.03 7-25-91 Summer Storm 2.04 8- 1-91 Anaconda 2.05 8- 8-91 Play It Again, David 2.06 8-15-91 Pass/Not Pass 2.07 8-29-91 Camping Trip 2.08 9-12-91 Wildfire 2.09 9-19-91 Ashes To Ashes 2.10 9-26-91 Necessity is a Mother 2.11 10-10-91 Leading from the Heart 2.12 10-17-91 Down and Out of District in Beverly Hills 2.13 10-31-91 Halloween 2.14 11- 7-91 The Next 50 Years 2.15 11-14-91 U4EA 2.16 11-21-91 My Desperate Valentine 2.17 12-12-91 Chuckie's Back 2.18 12-19-91 A Walsh Family Christmas 2.19 1- 9-92 Fire and Ice 2.20 1-23-92 A Competitive Edge 2.21 2- 6-92 Everybody's Talkin' 'Bout It 2.22 2-13-92 Baby Makes Five 2.23 2-27-92 Cardio Funk 2.24 3-19-92 The Pit and the Pendulum 2.25 4- 2-92 Meeting Mr. Pony 2.26 4-23-92 Things to Do on a Rainy Day 2.27 4-30-92 Mexican Standoff 2.28 5- 7-92 Wedding Bell Blues 3.01 7-15-92 Misery Loves Company 3.02 7-22-92 The Twins, the Trustee, and the Very Big Trip 3.03 7-29-92 Too Little Too Late / Paris 01928 3.04 8-05-92 Sex, Lies and Volleyball 3.05 8-12-92 Shooting Star / American in Paris 3.06 8-19-92 Castles in the Sand 3.07 9-09-92 A Song for Myself 3.08 9-16-92 The Back Story 3.09 9-23-92 Highwire 3.10 10-07-92 Home & Away 3.11 10-21-92 A Presumption of Innocence 3.12 11-04-92 Destiny Rides Again 3.13 11-11-92 Rebel With a Cause 3.14 11-18-92 Wild Horses 3.15 11-25-92 The Kindness of Strangers 3.16 12-16-92 It's a Totally Happening Life 3.17 1-06-93 The Game Is Chicken 3.18 1-13-93 Midlife ... Now What? 3.19 1-27-93 Back in the Highlife Again 3.20 2-03-93 Parental Guidance Recommended 3.21 2-10-93 Dead End 3.22 2-17-93 The Child is Father to the Man 3.23 3-03-93 Duke's Bad Boys 3.24 3-24-93 Perfectly Perfect 3.25 4-07-93 Senior Poll 3.26 4-28-93 She Came in Through the Bathroom Window 3.27 5-05-93 A Night to Remember 3.28 5-12-93 Something in the Air 3.29 5-19-93 Commencement -- 5-26-93 Special: "90210: Behind the Scenes" Credits: Originally "Mike Emmon's Weekly Updates". To join the Beverly Hills 90210 Mailing List, send a message with the word "help" to Majordomo@tcp.com for instructions. I hope this helps everyone, I am late to class -Cyndi