ALF season 4 episode 12 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Willie struggles to start the grill for a BBQ, leading to a series of mishaps including bad weather and Alf knocking the grill over him. Alf, claiming Melmacians can't get sick, catches Willie's cold, leading to humorous caregiving scenes and a desperate search for a Melmacian immunity shrub, Carl. The shrub turns out to be ragweed, causing more sneezing but eventually leading to recovery. The episode wraps with the family humorously acknowledging the mishaps and planning another BBQ.

Full Episode S04E12 Recap

### BBQ Preparation Fiasco - The Tanner family prepares for a BBQ, with Willie struggling to set up the grill, hinting at a possible loss of the instructions. - Kate doubts the grill's efficiency, but Willie remains optimistic, showcasing his new 'Backyard Blitzer.' ### Weather Woes and Grill Mishap - Despite Willie's assurance, the weather turns sour, contradicting the sunny forecast, leading to a comedic sequence where Willie gets trapped under the grill. ### Alf's Intervention and Willie's Cold - Alf intervenes, criticizing the family's diet and eventually causing more chaos by accidentally knocking the grill over Willie. - Willie catches a cold, dismissing Kate's concern with a reference to an article debunking common cold myths. ### Alf's Melmacian Immunity and Illness - As Willie suffers from the cold, Alf boasts about Melmacians' immunity to illnesses, only to catch the cold himself, leading to humorous interactions about his health and demands. - Alf and Willie share a bonding moment, with Alf taking care of Willie, showcasing a softer side of their relationship. ### Seeking a Cure and Final Resolution - The family tries various remedies to cure Alf's prolonged cold, leading to a desperate search for a Melmacian shrub, Carl, believed to provide immunity. - In a comedic twist, the shrub turns out to be common ragweed, causing more sneezing but eventually leading to Alf's recovery. - The episode ends with the family planning another BBQ, humorously acknowledging the previous BBQ mishap and Alf's failed business idea involving ragweed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Willie struggling with the grill?

Willie lost the instructions and was having trouble getting the grill started.

What is the 'Backyard Blitzer'?

The 'Backyard Blitzer' is Willie's new grill that he claims can cook anything.

How does the weather affect the BBQ plans?

The weather unexpectedly turns bad, with rain and thunder contradicting the sunny forecast.

How does Alf contribute to the chaos during the BBQ preparation?

Alf criticizes the family's diet and accidentally knocks the grill over Willie.

Why does Willie dismiss Kate's concerns about catching a cold?

Willie references an article that debunks the myth that cold weather directly causes the common cold.

What unique claim does Alf make about Melmacians and illnesses?

Alf claims that Melmacians have immunity to Earth's illnesses.

How does the family try to cure Alf's cold?

The family tries various remedies, including searching for a Melmacian shrub named Carl, which they believe provides immunity.

What is the twist regarding the Melmacian shrub, Carl?

The shrub thought to be Carl turns out to be common ragweed, which is known to cause allergic reactions rather than cure them.

How does the episode conclude regarding the BBQ and Alf's health?

The episode concludes with the family planning another BBQ and Alf recovering from his cold, despite the failed attempt to use ragweed as a cure.

ALF season 4 episode 12

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