Which Thanksgiving TV Episode Is the Biggest Turkey?
Which of these select American televised Thanksgiving-themed episodes is the biggest turkey* of them all?
* turkey (slang) - little appeal; dud; flop; loser; poor and unsuccessful theatrical production
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* turkey (slang) - little appeal; dud; flop; loser; poor and unsuccessful theatrical production
Vote in the companion poll: Best Thanksgiving TV Episode
Discuss the topic here.
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- DirectorMarcus DunstanStarsReign EdwardsKerr SmithCourtney HenggelerA woman invites re-enactors to produce an authentic first Thanksgiving for her family and friends. However, things take an unexpected turn when the actors refuse to break character.from the streaming series, Into the Dark (2018)
- DirectorAnthony AgrusaAlbert CallerosAnthony LioiStarsMike HenrySanaa LathanKevin Michael RichardsonCleveland and Cleveland Jr. try to rescue Lester's Thanksgiving turkeys, and Donna and Rallo enter a float in the Stoolbend Thanksgiving parade.from the broadcast series, The Cleveland Show (2009)
- DirectorJudy PioliStarsBronson PinchotMark Linn-BakerRebeca ArthurLarry gets a deal on 58 wild turkeys and has a plan to sell them for Thanksgiving, so he brings them home to live in the backyard! But when Jennifer's engagement ring goes missing the turkeys take the blame.from the broadcast series, Perfect Strangers (1986)
- DirectorBrian IlesDominic BianchiJames PurdumStarsSeth MacFarlaneAlex BorsteinSeth GreenFame gets to Peter when he forms a song writing team with Quagmire.from the broadcast series, Family Guy (1999)
- DirectorTom CheronesStarsLea ThompsonEric LutesMalcolm GetsAll the gang get together to walk a 'Caroline in the City' balloon in the Thanksgiving Day parade. Unfortunately, Shelly's actions result in the balloon being released and subsequently causing havoc.from the broadcast series, Caroline in the City (1995)
- DirectorJohn T. KretchmerStarsDylan MinnetteGrace SaifChristian NavarroClay is released on bail, Ani puts a plan to exonerate him into action, and the truth about Bryce's murder finally comes to light.from the streaming series, 13 Reasons Why (2017)
- DirectorPatrick LussierStarsDermot MulroneyDiana SilversTembi LockeKimberly, a teenager suffering from agoraphobia, has not left the house since her mother's unsolved murder. On the eve of Thanksgiving, she begins to suspect that the safe harbor of home and her doting father may be a dangerous mirage.from the streaming series, Into the Dark (2018)
- DirectorAntonio NegretStarsMelissa BenoistMehcad BrooksChyler LeighAs everyone gathers for Thanksgiving, Kara is feeling down after her televised debate with Ben Lockwood; James and Lena argue about the best way to handle the Children of Liberty.from the broadcast series, Supergirl (2015)
- DirectorLeslie LibmanStarsMichael WeatherlyFreddy RodríguezGeneva CarrAs Thanksgiving approaches, Bull releases his team to enjoy the holiday with their families, only to find himself working a case solo when he agrees to help a boxer who is being tried for murder. Also, Chunk makes a major personal decision at his family's Thanksgiving dinner, while Marissa's dinner with Kyle (Gary Wilmes) is abruptly cancelled when he is mugged.from the broadcast series, Bull (2016)
- DirectorGary HalvorsonStarsRoseanne BarrJohn GoodmanLaurie MetcalfThanksgiving for the Conners starts on a sour note with the news Dan won't be able to make it home for the holiday. However, Roseanne is thrilled she can afford to have the meal catered instead of spending an entire day in the kitchen. Family squabbles combined with a shocking revelation by Bev nearly ruins the evening. The family must contend with the fact that money does not necessarily buy happiness.from the broadcast series, Roseanne (1988)
- DirectorRodney CloudenRon HughartBrent WoodsStarsSeth MacFarlaneWendy SchaalScott GrimesStan feels like he's being run out of his own home when Francine's parents come to visit at Thanksgiving, and Francine's mother tries to setup Haley with an eligible Chinese bachelor.from the broadcast series, American Dad! (2005)
- DirectorPeter BonerzStarsTim AllenPatricia RichardsonEarl HindmanWhen Tim finds out Marty is separated from his wife and living in the back of Harry's hardware store, Tim invites Marty and his children to stay with him and Jill. Tim turns out to be a great father to Marty's twins. Marty gets jealous.from the broadcast series, Home Improvement (1991)
- DirectorLuke CormicanPeter Rida MichailStarsGreg CipesScott MenvilleKhary PaytonRobin invites Batman to thanksgiving dinner, but the other titans invited some friends, or more.from the cable series, Teen Titans Go! (2013)
- DirectorJames BurrowsStarsBilly GardellMelissa McCarthyReno WilsonMike cheats on his diet and gets caught.from the broadcast series, Mike & Molly (2010)
- DirectorChristopher HiblerStarsJennie GarthIan ZieringBrian Austin GreenJanet goes into premature labor near the end of the honeymoon and gives birth to a baby girl, while Steve maintains a vigil through the week as he worries about the safety of Janet and their newborn. Meanwhile, Dylan asks Kelly and Nat to volunteer in a feed-the-homeless Thanksgiving dinner at the community center. Kelly, seeking a way to boost Jackie's mood, asks her to help out with the dinner, while little Erin continues to mope about her parents' separation. Donna learns of a past indiscretion by her father with Gina's mother, which brings out revelations that could threaten to tear Donna's family apart. Also, David becomes uncertain about where Gina stands with him over her breakup with Dylan.from the broadcast series, Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990)
- DirectorJoel ZwickStarsReginald VelJohnsonJo Marie PaytonDarius McCraryMyra inadvertently sprinkles Urkel's mini fireworks on stuffed chickens she made for dinner in an effort to help Carl impress his boss.from the broadcast series, Family Matters (1989)
- DirectorPhilip Charles MacKenzieStarsJim BelushiCourtney Thorne-SmithKimberly Williams-PaisleyCheryl and Jim are organizing the school's Thanksgiving Day play, and when they are alone on the set, they decide to get intimate. Andy and the PTA President walk in on them, and the story gets spread. Cheryl is dismissed from the play.from the broadcast series, According to Jim (2001)
- DirectorTed WassStarsCharlie SheenHeather LocklearRichard KindThe staff tries to appease Native Americans by having an appropriate float in the Thanksgiving parade, but things go awry. Paul's visiting mother doesn't know that Claudia has left him and he is afraid to tell her.from the broadcast series, Spin City (1996)
- DirectorGerry CohenStarsDrew CareyDiedrich BaderKathy KinneyDrew's hopes of a relaxing holiday weekend are crushed when Mr. Wick makes Drew in charge of Winfred-Louder's Thanksgiving Day parade. Crunched for time, Drew has to make a deal with Mimi that she can be the "snow queen" in the parade if her father's trucking company supplies the equipment for the floats. Unfortunately, Mr. Wick chooses someone else to be grand marshal and Mimi sabotages the parade.from the broadcast series, The Drew Carey Show (1995)
- DirectorGordon HuntStarsPaul ReiserHelen HuntJohn PankowAt Mabel's checkup, the doctor says it is possible Mabel is allergic to something, possibly to Murray. Paul & Jamie host Thanksgiving dinner and invite a collection of random friends and acquaintances. The charades game does not go well.from the broadcast series, Mad About You (1992)
- DirectorKeith TruesdellStarsStephen CollinsCatherine HicksBeverley MitchellRuthie's run-in with airport security delays the family's return home. Angered that her one-way ticket triggered a search during a layover in New York, Ruthie sarcastically remarks, "I'm a terrorist," which causes Officer Keaton of the Port Authority police force to detain Ruthie, Eric and Annie for questioning. At home, Lucy finds the Camden kitchen overrun with casseroles and flowers from parishioners concerned over Eric's health. Fortunately, Lucy's calm confidence and positive attitude about Eric's heart condition lessens the anxieties of church members. While Margaret and the twins plan a musical "welcome home" for Eric, T-Bone and Jane brainstorm a special gift for him. In New York, Officer Keaton confides in Eric that his fiancée of five years, who's flying to London that night, refuses to marry him because she's afraid she might lose him in the line of fire. Later, Lucy inspires the family's neighbor, Mrs. Beeker, with her faith and strength, while Eric gives a speech at the airport, emphasizing the need to live without fear, despite the terrorist acts of September 11, 2001. In addition, he tracks down Officer Keaton's fiancée and performs a gate-side wedding ceremony. To her surprise, Sandy discovers Mac's "friendly" visit is actually a "spy" mission on behalf of Martin, who wants to know if Sandy is dating Simon, which she isn't. That evening, the Camdens arrive home to a rousing chorus of "This Land is Your Land," performed by Margaret and the twins. Up in their bedroom, Annie and Eric are surprised to find T-Bone and Jane's gift: an adjustable bed, donated by a parishioner.from the broadcast series, 7th Heaven (1996)
- DirectorWilliam AsherStarsLinda LavinVic TaybackBeth HowlandThe turkeys Mel bought are hot even before they're put in the oven.from the broadcast series, Alice (1976)
- DirectorJerry LevineStarsShenae Grimes-BeechTristan Mack WildsAnnaLynne McCordDixon tries to pursue a relationship with a resistant Adrianna, while Ivy and Raj's arguing takes a toll on their relationship. Liam plans a holiday dinner for the gang, and an unexpected guest shows up. Meanwhile, Naomi goes to extremes to prove her love to Austin.from the broadcast series, 90210 (2008)
- DirectorStephen CraggStarsNeil Patrick HarrisMax CasellaBelinda MontgomeryVinnie has insomnia. Doogie has no social life.from the broadcast series, Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989)
- DirectorJohn HeathStarsChristine LahtiAdam ArkinEric StoltzThanksgiving at Chicago Hope. Billy's mom shows up for Thanksgiving and goes into labour. A 13 year old Buddhist Llama is admitted under Dr. Yates with cardiac concerns and anxiety. Aaron has Thanksgiving with an actor who thinks he is Jesus.from the broadcast series, Chicago Hope (1994)
- DirectorLawrence TrillingStarsTom CavanaghJulie BowenJana Marie HuppEd looks forward to celebrating Thanksgiving, deciding to host everyone at the bowling alley. He defends his client Gavin, injured by a cantaloupe while continuing down memory lane by firing the cannon at the football game.from the broadcast series, Ed (2000)
- DirectorRod DanielStarsBrooke ShieldsNestor CarbonellKathy GriffinSusan decides to host a Thanksgiving party to her workmates. Luis is videotaping the event for his relatives. Then Susan notices that the oven is broke. Against all odds, she manages to get a repairman on Thanksgiving, but this specific repairman, Artie, has a sharp tongue and a faint heart.from the broadcast series, Suddenly Susan (1996)
- DirectorJack SheaStarsTia MowryTamera Mowry-HousleyJackée HarryTerrence and his new girlfriend show up at the Hawaiian condo where Lisa is staying.from the broadcast series, Sister, Sister (1994)
- 1988–198924mUnrated6.6 (448)TV EpisodeDirectorEvert BrownStarsErin ChaseFrank WelkerBrandon StewartThe Peanuts gang tells the story of the 1620 Mayflower voyage from England to the new world detailing the hardships they faced, how the Natives helped them survive, and ending the following autumn in a feast of Thanksgiving.from the broadcast mini-series, This Is America, Charlie Brown (1988)
- 1954–19971h 30mUnrated6.6 (189)TV EpisodeDirectorBeau BridgesStarsBeau BridgesMillie PerkinsCourtney Thorne-SmithA teenage boy is torn between his love for an injured Canadian goose that he has found and his agreement to fatten and kill it for an approaching Thanksgiving dinner for his neighbors.from the broadcast series, The Magical World of Disney (1954)
- DirectorAndy FickmanStarsKevin JamesLeah ReminiTaylor SpreitlerAfter Kevin insists he can handle cooking a full Thanksgiving dinner for his family and Vanessa, he realizes he's in over his head and secretly asks his flirtatious neighbor Wendy for help.from the broadcast series, Kevin Can Wait (2016)
- DirectorPatrick MaloneyStarsPaul ReiserStaci KeananFlorence StanleyJoey and Michael are trapped in an elevator leading them to recall interesting moments of the last several years. Nicole, Margaret, and Shelby have trouble holding off eating dinner until the guys are freed.from the broadcast series, My Two Dads (1987)
- DirectorJack SheaStarsRicky SchroderErin GrayFranklyn SealesThe Strattons make an emergency landing on a Caribbean island where they have Thanksgiving dinner.from the broadcast series, Silver Spoons (1982)
- DirectorSteve ZuckermanStarsD.L. HughleyElise NealEric Allan KramerAs the Hughleys and the Rogers head to a restaurant for Thanksgiving Darryl needs a break from James' complaints. A stop at a store leads to an argument with a clerk, escalating until they are after locked in waiting for police.Another Thanksgiving Episode From a Series Not Listed
(example show from the broadcast series, The Hughleys (1998))