Ben approaches his parents seeking their approval to get his ear pierced, sparking a heated debate between Jason and Maggie. As they clash over their differing opinions on the matter, tensions rise, revealing deeper issues in their parenting styles and communication. The disagreement not only tests their views on self-expression but also challenges their ability to work together as a united front when it comes to their son’s decisions.
Show
Growing Pains
Episode
S05E17
Air Date
Jan 24, 1990
Season 5 Episodes
S05E01
Anger With Love
S05E02
Mike and Julie's Wedding
S05E03
Carol Meets the Real World
S05E04
Fish Bait
S05E05
Teach Me
S05E06
Carol's Papers
S05E07
Coughing Boy
S05E08
The New Deal (1)
S05E09
The New Deal (2)
S05E10
Paper Route
S05E11
Five Grand
S05E12
Carol's Promotion
S05E13
Ben and Mike's Excellent Adventure
S05E14
The Triangle
S05E15
The Return of the Triangle
S05E16
The Home Show
S05E17
Jason vs. Maggie
S05E18
Mike, Kate and Julie
S05E19
Mike, the Teacher
S05E20
Carol in Jail
S05E21
Future Shock
S05E22
Cheating
S05E23
Mike the Director
S05E24
Weekend at Mike's
S05E25
Ben's Movie
S05E26
Where There's a Will