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Family Matters S7E16 — Tips For a Better Life
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Family Matters•Season 7•Episode 16

Tips For a Better Life

6.6/10 · 124 votesFeb 9, 199622 min

Ranked #24 of 24 in Season 7•−0.6 vs season avg

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Carl issues an ultimatum concerning Eddie's drinking. Meanwhile, female fans become intoxicated with Stefan Urquelle.

Directed byJoel Zwick
Written byDavid W. Duclon
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Cast5

Reginald VelJohnson

Reginald VelJohnson

Carl Winslow

Jo Marie Payton

Jo Marie Payton

Harriette Winslow

Darius McCrary

Darius McCrary

Eddie Winslow

Kellie Shanygne Williams

Kellie Shanygne Williams

Laura Winslow

Jaleel White

Jaleel White

Steve Urkel

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Joel Zwick

Joel Zwick

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David W. Duclon

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Episode Summary

"Tips For a Better Life" is episode 16 of Family Matters season 7. It scored 6.6/10 from 124 votes, ranking #24 of 24 episodes this season (season average 7.2). Directed by Joel Zwick and written by David W. Duclon, it aired on February 9, 1996.

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