Son of a Critch

Mark starts high school at a formerly girls' school; finding joy in theater while navigating old friendships and new love. Pop's ham radio hobby leads him to an intercepted distress signal.

Tensions rise between rival schools as Fox finds a friend who invites her to a field party; but Mark worries about older kids. Mike Jr hires Dick's daughter as the new VOCM promo girl.

Mark uncovers proof Sister Rose cheated; but hesitates to publish. Meanwhile; Mike Sr. covers the Meech Lake Accord as Mary scores an exclusive. Pop floods the house with a found waterbed.

On a moose-hunting trip; tensions rise between Pop and Poppy Bell; putting Mark in a tough spot. Meanwhile; Fox distrusts her mom's new beau while Mike Sr. worries about his future at VOCM.

Mark stars in a PSA for young women and meets experienced child actor Chad; who inspires him. Meanwhile; Mike Sr. relapses at Mr. Murphy's retirement dinner; leading to a confrontation.

On New Year's Eve; Fox asks Mark to babysit with her while their parents double date. Ritche gives advice leading to a big blowout. Mike Jr. and Amanda share sparks; and Pop has fun at home!

On a field trip; Mark and Cara fall asleep in the same bed; resulting in a scandalous photo circulating school. Meanwhile; Mike Sr. struggles with his memoirs and Mary has a mid-life crisis.

Mark invites Fox to a party with his grown-up theater troupe where he frustrates her by acting like an adult. Dick is upset to find Mike Jr. dating his daughter.

Mark is stunned when a friend dies; and the school mourns a classmate few remember. Mary takes a course but is mistaken for the instructor. Mike Sr. and Pop take an emotional train ride.

Mark joins the Peace A Chord concert but takes the spotlight. The Fox family struggles with Suzanne's engagement. Mary seeks support while Ritche struggles to earn his father's approval.

When school is cancelled; Mark spends the day with Pop touring St. John's. Meanwhile; Mary enters the Miss Mall pageant; and Dick crashes Mike Jr.'s dinner with Amanda's mom.

Fox volunteers Paul's house for a chaotic party; while Mark struggles to keep order. Mike Jr.; Dick; and Amanda drive the party on wheels; and Mary juggles tasks at the Commissariat House.

Mark's sketch show gets its big break the same night as Fox's mom's wedding. Mary organizes it; and Fox finds the courage to give a speech. Mike Sr. discovers Pop's early dementia signs.