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Dear John

A man embarks on a new journey after a divorce, forced to confront the lingering effects of his past and chart a new course for his future.

A support group offers a safe space for people to cope with the emotional aftermath of divorce and widowhood, led by a charismatic leader and featuring a complex cast of characters, including a morally ambiguous member, a high-strung individual, and a potential love interest for John.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Pilot

1. Pilot

Aired: Oct 6, 1988

John's life is turned upside down when he returns home to find his wife has a...

Episode 2 Ralph's Curse

2. Ralph's Curse

Aired: Oct 27, 1988

A holiday celebration takes a dark turn as John and Kate frantically search f...

Episode 3 Hello/Goodbye

3. Hello/Goodbye

Aired: Nov 3, 1988

A stranger claiming to be John's long-lost son disrupts his life, forcing him...

Episode 4 The Younger Girl

4. The Younger Girl

Aired: Nov 10, 1988

John's evening takes an unexpected turn when he meets a charming 23-year-old ...

Episode 5 Matthew's Dilemma

5. Matthew's Dilemma

Aired: Nov 17, 1988

John's wife demands he end his weekend visits with their troubled son Matthew...

Episode 6 Dear Mike

6. Dear Mike

Aired: Nov 24, 1988

John's ex-wife Wendy ends things with his former best friend Mike, who surpri...

Episode 7 Politics as Usual

7. Politics as Usual

Aired: Dec 1, 1988

Kate lends her support to Eleanor Guthrie's congressional campaign, surrounde...

Episode 8 Dancing in the Dark

8. Dancing in the Dark

Aired: Dec 15, 1988

John's solo Christmas plans are derailed when his son surprises him with Disn...

Episode 9 Was It Good for Me?

9. Was It Good for Me?

Aired: Jan 5, 1989

Their impulsive decision leads to a night of fiery passion, but the aftermath...

Episode 10 Honest John

10. Honest John

Aired: Jan 12, 1989

John is caught between his duty to his ex-wife and his honesty as Wendy asks ...

Episode 11 The Return of Ricky

11. The Return of Ricky

Aired: Jan 19, 1989

Ricky's spirits soar when the support group books a small venue concert for h...

Episode 12 Dream Babe

12. Dream Babe

Aired: Jan 26, 1989

Kirk unexpectedly befriends a young Japanese woman who mistakenly attends his...

Episode 13 Stand by Your Man

13. Stand by Your Man

Aired: Feb 16, 1989

Tony Larkin's arrival brings a fresh dynamic to the group, as his unique skil...

Episode 14 Love and Marriage

14. Love and Marriage

Aired: Feb 23, 1989

The gang is thrilled about Louise's pregnancy, but the real suspense is aroun...

Episode 15 For a Friend

15. For a Friend

Aired: Mar 2, 1989

Gary, a married man with a questionable past, infiltrates the group by feigni...

Episode 17 The Last Dance

17. The Last Dance

Aired: Mar 16, 1989

As Louise's pregnancy progresses, she focuses on her well-being, stepping bac...

Episode 18 Sisters

18. Sisters

Aired: Mar 30, 1989

Kate's sister drops by, stirring up concerns that she'll make a play for Kirk...

Episode 19 Gone Camping

19. Gone Camping

Aired: Apr 6, 1989

John's custody battle intensifies as he clashes with his ex-wife over visitat...

Episode 20 Margo

20. Margo

Aired: Apr 27, 1989

A newly single woman joins the group, sharing her story of recent divorce, wh...

Episode 21 Friends and Lovers

21. Friends and Lovers

Aired: May 4, 1989

John's world unravels as he inadvertently exposes his friend's confidential m...

Episode 22 Bound for Gloria

22. Bound for Gloria

Aired: May 11, 1989

John brings his new partner Gloria to meet the group, marking a significant m...

Info about Dear John

Seasons: 4

Current Status: Ended

Network: NBC

Genres:Comedy