Arrested Development Episode Guide

Episode Guide

Arrested Development: Season 3 (2005 - 2006)

• Season 3 Episode 12: Exit Strategy

  Gob goes to Iraq to perform his Christian magic act on the USO tour and ends up incarcerated. It soon comes to light that George Snr sent him to burn down the model home he built there, so Michael and Buster fly out to free their jailbird brother. Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Tony Hale star

• Season 3 Episode 11: Family Ties

  Michael tracks down Nellie and hires her as a Bluth Co consultant. Unfortunately, her hands-on approach proves more of a liability than an asset. American comedy, starring Jason Bateman

• Season 3 Episode 10: Fakin' It

  The Bluths take part in a mock trial to prepare them for the real thing. Buster tries to get out of testifying by the novel expedient of pretending he's in a coma, while Michael discovers he may have a long-lost sister named Nellie. Comedy, guest starring Judge Reinhold

• Season 3 Episode 9: SOBs

  George Snr and Lucille decide to host a fundraiser at the apartment to meet the cost of hiring a new lawyer. Lindsay gets a mixed reception when she takes on the role of a mother figure in the Bluth household, while Maeby helps Tobias land an acting gig and Gob accidentally finds a job. Jason Bateman stars

• Season 3 Episode 8: Making a Stand

  As George Snr continues to create havoc at the Bluth company, Michael encourages Gob to open up a banana stand, but the plan backfires. Meanwhile, Lucille recuperates from her semi-annual face lift at the model home, giving Maeby an idea that could save her big budget horror film

• Season 3 Episode 7: Prison Break-In

  Buster's turtle discovers Oscar's stash of marijuana and the family plan a fundraising benefit for Tobias' life-endangering hair transplant. Meanwhile, Michael disapproves of Lucille dating the warden behind his father's back

• Season 3 Episode 6: The Ocean Walker

  George Snr worries that Rita is after the family's money when Michael announces he is tying the knot with her. Uncle Trevor reveals surprising information about the bride-to-be, which places the union in jeopardy. Comedy, guest starring Charlize Theron

• Season 3 Episode 5: Mr F

  Michael has to deal with a huge problem before he can close a major real estate deal with Japanese investors. Meanwhile, Tobias inadvertently betrays the family when he mistakes the identity of a CIA agent. Frankie Muniz guest stars

• Season 3 Episode 4: Notapusy

  Michael and Rita have a misunderstanding which leads him to believe she thinks of him as weak and cowardly, prompting him to prove her wrong - by signing himself up for some manly activities. Guest starring Charlize Theron

• Season 3 Episode 3: Forget Me Now

  Michael's attempts to hide Rita from his family have disastrous consequences. Lindsay plays servant to the Bluths' new lawyer, Tobias tries to help Buster gain some confidence, and George Michael confronts Steve Holt about Maeby. Comedy, guest starring Charlize Theron

• Season 3 Episode 2: For British Eyes Only

  Michael's investigation to find out the truth about his father's involvement in Iraq leads him to a British woman, whom he tries to enlist. Meanwhile, Lindsay attempts to seduce the family lawyer. Comedy, starring Jason Bateman. Charlize Theron guests

• Season 3 Episode 1: The Cabin Show

  The land that the family cabin is built on is sold, forcing the Bluths to transport the whole thing to the main house. Michael learns the company stock rating has gone from triple to don't buy, and decides to visit his father in prison to gloat. However, he discovers his Uncle Oscar there instead

Arrested Development: Season 2 (2004 - 2005)

• Season 2 Episode 18: Righteous Brothers

  Michael asks an inspector to look at the model home's plumbing, which means George Snr has to vacate the attic. Meanwhile, George Michael and Ann boycott Maeby's latest movie, and Tobias becomes attracted to Kitty. Last in series, starring Jason Bateman, Jeffrey Tambor and Michael Cera

• Season 2 Episode 17: Spring Breakout

  Gob confronts the editor of the videos that showcased his magic mistakes and Michael tries to convince Lucille to enter rehab - until George Snr is kidnapped. Comedy, starring Jason Bateman, with Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett and Michael Cera

• Season 2 Episode 16: Meet the Veals

  George Snr does his best to attend Lucille's anniversary dinner, Michael goes out of his way to annoy Ann's religious parents, and Tobias unleashes an over-the-top performance of 'Mrs Featherbottom'. Starring Jeffrey Tambor, Jessica Walter, Jason Bateman and David Cross

• Season 2 Episode 15: The Sword of Destiny

  Gob and Buster team up for some magic tricks, but their prospering partnership is threatened by the appearance of rival conjurer Tony Wonder. Meanwhile, Michael is hospitalised, forcing him to delegate work, and Lindsay teaches George Michael to drive using the stair car. Ben Stiller guest stars

• Season 2 Episode 14: The Immaculate Election

  Gob ruins George Michael's chances when he runs for student body president, and Buster has an affair with Lupe. Meanwhile, Tobias attempts to move out of the model home and develops a new persona when he regrets his decision

• Season 2 Episode 13: Motherboy XXX

  Tobias stars as George Snr in a biopic about the Bluth family, which causes Lindsay to become more attracted to him. Buster adjusts to life with a hook for a hand, while Lucille abducts George Michael for a mother-son dance, and Gob reunites with his estranged wife

• Season 2 Episode 12: My Hand to God

  Michael tries to find out who the father of Maggie's baby is, or whether the alleged pregnancy is just another one of her lies. Meanwhile, Gob decides he needs to know whether he was responsible for Buster's accident. Comedy, starring Jason Bateman and Will Arnett

• Season 2 Episode 11: Out on a Limb

  Just as Michael's relationship with Sally begins to flourish, Maggie Lizer returns with a shocking surprise - she is nine months pregnant and claims he's the father. Comedy, starring Jason Bateman, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Christine Taylor

• Season 2 Episode 10: Ready, Aim, Marry Me

  With the company in financial turmoil and the Bluths no longer primary shareholders, the offer of help from a family friend seems too good to pass up - though Lindsay isn't so enthusiastic. Martin Short guest stars with Portia de Rossi and Jason Bateman

• Season 2 Episode 9: Burning Love

  Michael gets back with old flame Sally Sitwell, but is warned that it may be a bad idea. Meanwhile, the Lucilles desperately try to find someone to bid for them at the bachelorette auction since Buster is already in a relationship. Liza Minnelli guest stars

• Season 2 Episode 8: Queen For a Day

  Tobias tries to buy a club, only to find it isn't clear who owns it. Michael misleads Lucille Austero, and Buster starts dating the company's secretary. Liza Minnelli guest stars

• Season 2 Episode 7: Switch Hitter

  Michael tells his father that Bluth Company's softball team will beat a business rival. Tobias and Maeby sneak onto a movie set and Lucille tries to prevent Buster from being transferred overseas. Comedy, starring Jason Bateman and Jessica Walter

• Season 2 Episode 6: Afternoon Delight

  Gob reels in the wake of being made to look stupid at the Bluth Company Christmas Party and loses his temper, indiscriminately sacking anyone who dares cross his path. Meanwhile, Michael is forced to rebuild the Banana Stand and Buster absconds from his military duties and goes to play an arcade game

• Season 2 Episode 5: Sad Sack

  George Snr fears he is losing Lucille to Oscar, Gob motivates Buster to join the Army, and Tobias starts working out. Meanwhile, Lindsay decides to spend more time with Maeby to get closer to Steve Holt. Jeffrey Tambour, David Cross and Jessica Walter star

• Season 2 Episode 4: Good Grief!

  Gob sets the stage to pull off an elaborate illusion, while Maeby plays Cupid by setting Lindsay up with Ice, a bounty hunter hired by Lucille to find George Snr. Comedy, starring Will Arnett and Portia de Rossi

• Season 2 Episode 3: Amigos

  Michael vows to find his father and give him a piece of his mind, while Buster spends time with Lupe's family - and starts to believe he's across the border. Comedy, starring Jason Bateman

• Season 2 Episode 2: The One Where They Build a House

  Gob takes advantage of Michael's legal troubles by impressing the board as the new company figurehead, George Snr is arrested in Mexico for a crime he didn't commit and Buster witnesses a shocking event. Starring Jason Bateman, Michael Cena and Will Arnett

• Season 2 Episode 1: The One Where Michael Leaves

  George Snr is at large and is intent on making Michael - who is already vexed to discover his family get along fine without him - next in line to be prosecuted for the Bluth Co crimes. Meanwhile, a mix-up ends in the wrongful arrest of Oscar. American comedy, starring Jason Bateman, Jeffrey Tambor and Will Arnett

Arrested Development: Season 1 (2003 - 2004)

• Season 1 Episode 22: Let 'Em Eat Cake

  George Snr has a heart attack, and Michael discovers the reason for his father's financial problems. Maeby suffers a bout of jealousy, while Buster and Annyong become competitive over women. Last in series

• Season 1 Episode 21: Not Without My Daughter

  Michael brings Maeby with him as part of Take Your Daughter to Work Day, while the male side of his family go off to the mall in an effort to prove how manly they are. Meanwhile, Lindsay gets a job at a department store, and Oscar accompanies Lucille to a football game

• Season 1 Episode 20: Whistler's Mother

  As the entire family set out to recover company funds that have recently become unfrozen, Michael purchases land from his uncle Oscar - only to realise it's completely worthless

• Season 1 Episode 19: Best Man for the Gob

  George Sr uses Gob's bachelor party as an opportunity to set up his accountant in a compromising position so that he can blackmail him. Meanwhile, Michael tries to prove he has a sense of fun, and the Funkes reunite their family folk-music band. Starring Will Arnett, Jeffrey Tambor and David Cross

• Season 1 Episode 18: Missing Kitty

  Gob announces he will attempt his biggest trick ever and make a yacht disappear; Lindsay discovers her grandmother has died and Lucille pocketed her inheritance; Michael tries to fire Kitty.

• Season 1 Episode 17: Justice Is Blind

  Michael must decide between his father and his relationship with Maggie (Julia Louis-Dreyfus), when she unknowingly gives him his father's case file; Lindsay fights to have the Ten Commandments removed from the courthouse lawn.

• Season 1 Episode 16: Altar Egos

  Michael has a one-night stand with an attorney who turns out to be assigned to his father's case; Gob gets married on a dare; an undercover Security and Exchange Commission agent falls for George Sr.

• Season 1 Episode 15: Staff Infection

  Gob and Buster take jobs on a building site and end up playing a game of chicken with bulldozers. Michael discovers most of his family are on the Bluth Company payroll, while Tobias gets himself thrown in prison to research a part as a convict. Comedy, starring Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Tony Hale

• Season 1 Episode 14: Shock and Aww

  Gob ruins George Michael's chances of becoming student president. Buster has an affair with Lupe, who is being targeted by Lindsay, and Tobias attempts to move out of his model home, only to regret the decision. With Michael Cera, Tony Hale and BW Gonzalez

  Next on: Sunday 6th December 10:30pm EST - Independent Film Channel
• Season 1 Episode 13: Beef Consomme

  Michael tells Gob about his flirting with Marta, and George Michael resolves to discover if he and Maeby are blood relations. George Snr gets the support of his family in court, and Lindsay tries to cure Tobias of his nude phobia. Henry Winkler guest stars

  Next on: Sunday 6th December 10:00pm EST - Independent Film Channel
• Season 1 Episode 12: Marta Complex

  Gob develops a complex on Valentine's Day and begins to suspect Marta is being unfaithful. Buster decides to leave his mother's penthouse and move in with Lucille, and George Michael convinces himself that Maeby might not actually be his cousin after all

  Next on: Tomorrow at 10:30pm EST - Independent Film Channel
• Season 1 Episode 11: Public Relations

  Michael makes a desperate attempt to get his son into a prestigious school by hiring an attractive publicist to improve the family image. She sets up Gob doing charity work in nursing homes, but decides Buster's best course of action is to stay out of the media spotlight altogether

  Next on: Tomorrow at 10:00pm EST - Independent Film Channel
• Season 1 Episode 10: Pier Pressure

  Buster asks George Michael to buy marijuana to treat Lucille Austero's vertigo, and Michael, with the help of a group of male strippers, stages a fake drugs raid to teach his son a lesson he'll never forget. Meanwhile, Lindsay sends Maeby to stay with her grandmother as punishment for getting poor grades in her test

  Next on: Today at 7:30pm EST - Independent Film Channel
• Season 1 Episode 9: Storming the Castle

  In a plan to reveal Gob's womanising to Marta, Michael gets her to participate in a magic trick with one of the discredited illusionist's many girlfriends. Maeby goes shopping for leather clothing to spite her mother, and George is enlisted to break up Buster and Lucille Austero

• Season 1 Episode 8: My Mother - The Car

  Michael loses his short-term memory in a car accident, while Lindsay is disappointed when she visits her father in prison and nobody makes catcalls at her. George Michael and Maeby try to see an adult movie, and Buster takes his relationship with Lucille a stage further. Comedy, starring Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Michael Cera and Tony Hale

• Season 1 Episode 7: In God We Trust

  The family attorney promises to get George Senior out of prison for Christmas but Michael and Lindsay don't think he's up to the task and try to get rid of him. George Michael Jnr, meanwhile, is forced to wear an embarrassing costume in a local pageant. Guest starring Liza Minnelli and Henry Winkler

• Season 1 Episode 6: Visiting Ours

  Michael persuades Gob to help him get information out of George Snr's secretary, while Tobias and Lindsay consult a marriage counsellor who reveals aspirations to be an actor. With Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett and Michael Cera

• Season 1 Episode 5: Charity Drive

  Lindsay cleans up some wetlands to prove her commitment to the environment, Michael gives a lift to a stranger who mistakes him for a killer, and Lucille tries to upstage her new rival by taking part in a bachelorette auction. Guest starring Liza Minnelli

• Season 1 Episode 4: Key Decisions

  Lucille exchanges insults with a rival at an awards ceremony, Gob sets out to gain publicity for his magic act by locking himself in prison with his dad, and Michael embarks on another attempt to convince his family to stop spending money and find jobs. Liza Minnelli guest stars, with Jason Bateman, Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett and Michael Cera

• Season 1 Episode 3: Bringing Up Buster

  Michael moves out of Lucille's penthouse and begins spending time with Buster. Gob has girlfriend problems and George-Michael auditions for a part in the school play, hoping to get closer to Maeby. With Jason Bateman, Tony Hale, Will Arnett and Michael Cera

• Season 1 Episode 2: Top Banana

  Comedy, starring Jason Bateman as Michael Bluth, a widower with an offbeat extended family, whose family fortune is suddenly wiped out when his father is arrested for dodgy accounting practices. He must steer his impecunious offspring through the difficult times ahead - but it's an uphill struggle. With Portia de Rossi, Will Arnett and Michael Cera

• Season 1 Episode 1: Pilot

  Pilot episode of the comedy series, starring Jason Bateman as Michael Bluth, a widower with an offbeat extended family, whose fortune is suddenly wiped out when his father is arrested for dodgy accounting practices. With Portia de Rossi and Will Arnett