Best Episodes
The nicest guy in the Midwest moves his family into a tough neighborhood in Los Angeles where not everyone appreciates his extreme neighborliness. That includes their new next-door neighbor Calvin.
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A near-accident awakens Dave's sense of civic duty, prompting him to team up with Calvin to try to improve the safety of their community; a trip to the county fair turns into a nerve-racking adventure for Malcolm, Marty and Grover.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 256 votes.
When the Johnsons' Christmas present for Grover is stolen, Calvin and Dave team up to recover the gift in time for the holiday; a nostalgic Tina tries to get into the Christmas spirit by reviving traditions from when Malcolm and Marty were kids.
The episode was rated 7.71 from 305 votes.
When Calvin and Dave get shown up by Gemma and Marty at a local bar's trivia night, the pair hatch a plan for a do-over to redeem themselves. Also, a frustrated Tina decides to take matters into her own hands in order to finally meet Malcolm's girlfriend, Sofia.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 296 votes.
When Grover joins Calvin's youth basketball team, Gemma finds herself at odds with some of her neighbor's coaching methods; Tina and Marty are forced to confront a long-buried Butler family secret.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 259 votes.
Tina spends time with the charming new minister she helped select for her church; Calvin suspects the man may be coveting more than just job security; Marty gets a surprise when he finally meets his disruptive, new upstairs neighbor.
The episode was rated 7.72 from 298 votes.
When Dave accidentally knocks out the Butlers' power during a heat wave, Calvin and Tina spend the night at the Johnsons' home. Malcolm has some fun at Marty's expense when he crashes at his little brother's refurbished apartment.
The episode was rated 7.75 from 329 votes.
A surprise delivery prompts Dave and Gemma, as well as Calvin and Tina, to examine the power dynamics in their respective relationships.
The episode was rated 7.76 from 273 votes.
As Calvin and Tina near a milestone anniversary, Dave and Gemma decide to help the Butlers have the wedding they missed out on the first time around. Also, Malcolm and Marty prepare an unforgettable performance for their parentsโ special occasion.
The episode was rated 7.77 from 309 votes.
When Gemma sets a reluctant Malcolm up on a blind date with a teacher at her school, she discovers new details about the origins of her relationship with Dave. Also, Marty helps Calvin and Tina plan for their future
The episode was rated 7.77 from 307 votes.
With Calvin down a teammate for his annual bowling championship, Dave offers to fill in and soon finds his mediation skills put to the test when he meets the competition: Calvinโs arch-rivals, the Pink Ladies. Also, Gemma and Tina dare to face off against each other for the top ranking in an arcade game.
The episode was rated 7.78 from 300 votes.
Dave and Tina discover a common bond when they attend a concert together. Gemma seeks the Butlers' help when an unwelcome visitor takes up residence in the Johnson home.
The episode was rated 7.80 from 319 votes.
When Grover gets into a fight with a bully at school, Gemma is torn between her role as principal and wanting to protect her son; Calvin encourages Marty to stand up to his own bully, only to be shocked when he learns who it is.
The episode was rated 7.81 from 340 votes.
When Tina receives unexpected news, Calvin, Dave and Gemma encourage her to embrace a new chapter by taking a big leap of faith -- literally -- by learning to skydive; Marty helps Grover create a battle bot for a science competition.
The episode was rated 7.83 from 271 votes.
Dave makes a run for city council, working hard to earn Calvin's support, only to have a controversial photo threaten to derail his entire campaign.
The episode was rated 7.83 from 254 votes.
After Calvin enjoys attending a hockey game with Dave, Malcolm and Marty wonder if their neighbor is rubbing off too much on their dad; Tina decides to enjoy the perks that come with her "stardom" when she's mistaken for an A-list celebrity.
The episode was rated 7.84 from 291 votes.
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