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The Best Episodes of Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman

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In the fictional town of Fernwood, Ohio, suburban housewife Mary Hartman seeks the kind of domestic perfection promised by Reader’s Digest and TV commercials. Instead she finds herself suffering the slings and arrows of outrageous

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 5 - Episode 135
    8.9/10(14 votes)

    #1 - Episode 135

    S2:E5

    Loretta and Merle come face to face for the first time since the shooting. Chester confides to Mary that he hid a nuclear device in the hospital and plans to blast his way out. Charlie hides his condition from Tom. Martha swoons when Cathy reveals George disappeared because of her pregnancy. Watching the 6:30 newscast proves an electrifying experience for the Reverend Jimmy Joe.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Ann Marcus

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  2. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 46 - Episode 046
    8.8/10(21 votes)

    #2 - Episode 046

    S1:E46

    Mary plays hostess to a funeral and eulogizes the late Leroy Fedders. Tom and Mary make plans for the hypothetical. Tom has a surprise for Mae.

    Director:Jim Drake
    Writer:Peggy Goldman

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  3. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 37 - Episode 037
    8.6/10(17 votes)

    #3 - Episode 037

    S1:E37

    Mary makes a discovery about Heather. The Hartmans make a parental decision. Tom and Mary get high for the Lord.

    Director:Jim Drake
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 9 - Episode 139
    8.6/10(13 votes)

    #4 - Episode 139

    S2:E9

    Dr. Williams confirms Mary's chat with Gore Vidal when Mary requests an overnight pass to go home and clean her kitchen for his visit. Mary wonders if she'll be required to have sex with Dr. Medwick, the sex therapist Dr. Williams recommends for her treatment. Martha reports George's disappearance to Detective Sergeant Johnson, Heather's former bodyguard during the Davey Jessup saga. Dr. Medwick explains to Mary how the bible encourages healthy sex for pleasure.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 40 - Episode 170
    8.6/10(13 votes)

    #5 - Episode 170

    S2:E40

    Garth rejects Wanda's desire to enlist Pat in Merle's mayoral campaign. Later, Garth becomes disgusted by Pat's novel, a fictional account of their relationship, and forces her to destroy what she's written. Charlie meets with Dr. Fratkis and is horrified to learn that Fratkis has only performed the transplant surgery on canines. Loretta and Jody return from the drag race filled with excitement, but Mary brings the emotions down with news that Charlie was arrested in New Jersey.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 46 - Episode 176
    8.6/10(13 votes)

    #6 - Episode 176

    S2:E46

    Loretta and Jody meet Dr. Fratkis in New Jersey and learn that someone uglier than a Godfather cast member bailed Charlie out of jail. Mary and Merle have an intimate conversation about sexuality, and Merle can't help but feel attracted to Mary's innocence and gingham dresses. Wanda and Merle discuss Mary and Annie. Loretta and Jody return to Fernwood, where Mary confesses that Charlie may have left again under the wrong impression.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 49 - Episode 179
    8.6/10(13 votes)

    #7 - Episode 179

    S2:E49

    Embarrassed before a country club lunch, Tom wants Mary to keep up with the Joneses by shopping for chic dresses at Tufts and Tweeds. Martha fears God will punish Cathy for selling her babies. Garth discovers Little Garth's secret and tells Pat he'll shape her into a good wife it literally kills them. Merle advises Loretta to get rid of Jody and proposes she sing at his election rally.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 47 - Episode 047
    8.5/10(17 votes)

    #8 - Episode 047

    S1:E47

    Mae's reunion is a big headache for Tom and it's all Mary's fault. Loretta and Charlie get some not so friendly news. Loretta makes a spectacular comeback, in more ways than one

    Director:Jim Drake
    Writer:Peggy Goldman

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  9. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 45 - Episode 175
    8.5/10(14 votes)

    #9 - Episode 175

    S2:E45

    Pat and Little Garth hide the truth from Garth about his son's bed wetting. Detective Johnson insinuates that Annie is part of a prostitution ring in Fernwood and wants to use an antiquated city ordinance to send her on her way. Cathy is delighted to have Brian as her natural childbirth coach. Charlie returns to Fernwood and pays a secret visit to Mary. Mary gives Charlie a note left by Loretta and Jody, which they misinterpret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 38 - Episode 038
    8.4/10(16 votes)

    #10 - Episode 038

    S1:E38

    Dorelda Doremus' "healing" falls flat. George faces up to facts and says yes to Cathy and Steve. Tom and Mary reach new highs in bed.

    Director:Jim Drake
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 39 - Episode 039
    8.4/10(16 votes)

    #11 - Episode 039

    S1:E39

    Tom and Mary owe Heather an explanation. Loretta is still looking up. The Friendly Loan Company drops in on the Haggers. Mae stops by the Hartmans' house.

    Director:Jim Drake
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 44 - Episode 044
    8.4/10(16 votes)

    #12 - Episode 044

    S1:E44

    Mary's chicken soup makes the evening news. The time has come for Steve to gesture goodbye. Mary's guilt gets Leroy a Cadillac.

    Director:Jim Drake
    Writer:Peggy Goldman

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  13. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 23 - Episode 153
    8.4/10(13 votes)

    #13 - Episode 153

    S2:E23

    Gore promises to promote Ackerman and Fernwood Receiving on The Merv Griffin Show, but first he has to convince Merv. Annie accepts Tom's offer to park her trailer in his driveway. Mary phones home and notes Tom's lack of enthusiasm over Mary Hartman Homecoming Day. Wanda reassures Merle that he's not to blame for Commissioner Rittenhouse's death. Charlie phones Dr. Fratkis, who offers reconstructive surgery for $5000.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 41 - Episode 171
    8.4/10(14 votes)

    #14 - Episode 171

    S2:E41

    Mary stuns Jody and Loretta with news that Charlie was arrested for cruelty to animals. In jail, Dr. Fratkis admits to Charlie the shocking identity of his transplant donor. Merle visits Tom to settle any conflict between them and asks Tom not to tell Wanda about the affair with Annie. Later, Merle and Jody both attempt to console Loretta. Charlie phones home and tells Loretta that he's never coming back.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 22 - Episode 022
    8.3/10(27 votes)

    #15 - Episode 022

    S1:E22

    Mary returns home with one shoe and no groceries. Tom wants to know where she's been. Loretta and Charlie are off to Nashville.

    Director:Jim Drake
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 17 - Episode 147
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #16 - Episode 147

    S2:E17

    At the Capri Lounge, Loretta sings "Moanin' in the Night."

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 21 - Episode 151
    8.3/10(14 votes)

    #17 - Episode 151

    S2:E21

    Mary schemes to bury Chester's Peanuts lunch box containing the nuclear device in Fernwood's time capsule. Martha receives a phone call from Jack and Jill Renquist, who claim they can make contact with George on the flying saucer. Detective Johnson continues to get closer to Martha. Mary and Wanda watch Merle, Annie, and Commissioner Rittenhouse on Clete Meizenheimer's public affairs show Tee Vee Dinner. During the broadcast, Merle accuses the commissioner of corruption, and Rittenhouse chokes to death on his TV dinner.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 29 - Episode 159
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #18 - Episode 159

    S2:E29

    Mary complains that she now feels like a sex object. Brian and Christine tempt Cathy with $40,000, but she must agree to have a second baby, fathered by Brian. Mary meets Jody and gives Loretta the same warning Loretta once gave her about Dennis Foley. Merle confesses his sinful past to Wanda, but she sees his repentance as a political asset. Detective Johnson offers to get Martha a job acting in police training films.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 31 - Episode 161
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #19 - Episode 161

    S2:E31

    The Gimbles' excuses for Pat's injuries become more complex and less likely. Grandpa Larkin and Cathy discuss her deal with Brian and Christine Addams. Loretta persuades Jody to help her make Charlie jealous, but once they practice kissing, Jody forgets he's just acting. Charlie catches Loretta and Jody in a clinch, and threatens to mop the walls with Jody.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 32 - Episode 162
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #20 - Episode 162

    S2:E32

    Loretta is dismayed when her scheme to make Charlie jealous only incites his anger. Jody gives Charlie a cut of the race winnings, enough for Charlie to make a down payment on his testicle transplant with Dr. Fratkis. Clete informs Merle of a terrible disaster at the Condos for Christ construction site. Heather arranges a welcome home supper for Annie after her accident, but Mary has other plans for the celebration.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 42 - Episode 172
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #21 - Episode 172

    S2:E42

    Garth forces Pat to quit her job. Mary brings Pat a letter from Little Garth's military academy. After finding Jody in the Haggers home, Tom cautions Loretta to beware of men who might try to take advantage of Charlie's absence. Mary wants to be Cathy's natural childbirth coach, despite Cathy's desire for a man. Pat drops by Mary's kitchen and confesses that Little Garth is keeping a secret that will enrage Garth...if he finds out.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 44 - Episode 174
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #22 - Episode 174

    S2:E44

    Martha visits Annie to discuss their AC/DC trouble. Charlie phones Loretta and tells her that he got out of jail but still won't come home. Jody offers to take Loretta to New Jersey to find Charlie. Mary decontaminates her kitchen with the help of the FDA and gossips to Wanda about Annie's sexuality. Pat phones Mary to tell her that Little Garth is home, but the call is interrupted by Garth, who thinks they're keeping secrets.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 2 Episode 50 - Episode 180
    8.3/10(13 votes)

    #23 - Episode 180

    S2:E50

    Mary and Dr. Medwick rap about rape and upward mobility. Loretta kisses Jody and tells him goodbye forever. About to jump from the bridge, Charlie hears Loretta's love song to him on the radio and decides to go home. Joe Sutonni wants to give Charlie a physical and psychological makeover. Merle goes on live television and offers voters two minutes of silence to look into his eyes and see the best man for mayor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 33 - Episode 033
    8.2/10(17 votes)

    #24 - Episode 033

    S1:E33

    George says no to Cathy and Steve, but his words fall on deaf ears. Charlie and Loretta swap exciting news. The Shumway house is a battleground. Tom cooks his way back into Mary's heart.

    Director:Jim Drake
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman Season 1 Episode 13 - Episode 013
    8.1/10(27 votes)

    #25 - Episode 013

    S1:E13

    Cathy brings Steve over to meet her parents. Fanny is too much for Raymond. The mass murderer is revealed and Heather, Trudy, and Mary's lives are in danger.

    Director:Joan Darling
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 135" is the best rated episode of "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman". It scored 8.9/10 based on 14 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Ann Marcus, it aired on 10/8/1976. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 046".