ALF season 1 episode 19 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Alf claims he can read minds, proving it with a joke about Kate's underwear. He warns the Tanners about an impending transformation that makes Melmacians erratic, asking to be caged for safety. Despite his tricks to escape, Brian unwittingly frees him, leading to chaos including Alf breaking into neighbors' homes and stealing a lawn mower. The family tracks his wild antics through the neighborhood. Alf eventually returns home, quoting famous figures, indicating his return to normalcy.

Full Episode S01E19 Recap

### Alf's Psychic Experiment - **Alf** tries to convince the Tanner family that he can read minds, referencing a mind-reading kit he got. - **Kate** is skeptical, and Alf jokes about her underwear to prove his point. ### The Shower Surprise - Alf invades **Kate's** privacy in the shower, causing a family dispute about boundaries and respect. - **Willie** insists Alf respect Kate's privacy, leading to a family meeting. ### Alf's Transformation Warning - Alf reveals that every 75 years on March 2nd, Melmacians undergo a drastic personality change, warning the family of his unpredictable behavior. - He requests to be put in a specially built cage to prevent him from chasing cats during this transformation. ### The Cage Trickery - Alf manipulates **Willie** using various tricks to escape the cage, proving his unpredictability. - He fakes various emergencies, imitates family members' voices, and even uses psychological tactics. ### Brian's Mistake - **Brian** is tricked into releasing Alf, believing his transformation period has ended. - Alf escapes, leading to a frantic search by the family. ### Alf's Misadventures - Alf's escape leads to chaos, including breaking into the Ochmoneks' house, attempting to cook their cat, and stealing a lawn mower. - The family tracks Alf's movements, coinciding with bizarre incidents in the neighborhood. ### Alf's Return - Alf returns home, quoting famous figures and showing signs of returning to normal. - He hints at not remembering his actions during the transformation but expresses a desire for breakfast, signaling an end to the ordeal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Alf claim he can do at the beginning of the episode?

Read minds.

How does Alf prove his mind-reading abilities?

By making a joke about Kate's underwear.

Why does Alf open Kate's shower curtain?

He claims he was trying to respect her privacy but ends up invading it.

What transformation does Alf warn the family about?

A physiological and psychological change that happens to Melmacians every 75 years.

What precaution does Alf ask the family to take during his transformation?

To put him in a specially built cage.

How does Alf trick Willie in the cage?

By faking emergencies and imitating family members' voices.

Who accidentally lets Alf out of the cage?

Brian.

What chaos does Alf cause while out of the cage?

Breaking into the Ochmoneks' house, attempting to cook their cat, and stealing a lawn mower.

How does the family track Alf's whereabouts?

By following a series of bizarre incidents in the neighborhood.

How does Alf return to normal?

He starts quoting famous figures, indicating the end of his transformation.

What does Alf request for breakfast after returning?

Bacon.

Did Alf remember his actions during the transformation?

He hints at not remembering them.

How does the episode end?

With Alf back at home, seemingly returned to normal.

ALF season 1 episode 19

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