The best episode written by Tom Patchett is "A.L.F.", rated 7.214/10 from 14 user votes. It was "directed by Tom Patchett". "A.L.F." aired on 9/22/1986 and is rated 0.8 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Turkey in the Straw (1)".
Gordon Shumway, last known survivor from the planet Melmac, crash-lands his spaceship into the Tanner family's suburban garage. Willie dubs him "ALF", short for Alien Life Form. After convincing a military officer that they are not harboring a space creature, the Tanners decide to take ALF in as a member of the family.
Director: Tom Patchett
Writer: Tom Patchett
The Tanners are invited to a Thanksgiving dinner with the Ochmonek's bizarre relatives.
Director: Nick Havinga
Writer: Tom Patchett
ALF must avoid the Alien Task Force when a bum blows the whistle on him.
Director: Nick Havinga
Writer: Tom Patchett
Willie helps homesick ALF arrange a trip to Melmac.
Director: Peter Bonerz
Writer: Tom Patchett