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Frasier: Season 1

24 episodes Premiered Sep 16, 1993 Updated Jul 18, 2026

The first season of Frasier originally aired from September 16, 1993 to May 19, 1994 on NBC.

Season overview

The first season of Frasier originally aired from September 16, 1993 to May 19, 1994 on NBC.

Episodes

S1·E1

The Good Son

Sep 16, 1993 · 23 min

Psychiatrist Frasier Crane returns to his hometown of Seattle to host a radio talk show, but soon discovers he could use a shrink himself when his father moves in.

S1·E2

Space Quest

Sep 23, 1993 · 23 min

Fed up with a lack of privacy at home and at work, Frasier decides it's time for his father to move out.

S1·E3

Dinner at Eight

Sep 30, 1993 · 23 min

It's a culinary culture clash when Frasier and Niles join their father for dinner at his favorite restaurant.

S1·E4

I Hate Frasier Crane

Oct 7, 1993 · 23 min

After trading barbs with a newspaper columnist, Frasier rises to the challenge of a fist fight.

S1·E5

Here's Looking at You

Oct 14, 1993 · 23 min

Frasier plays matchmaker for his father and the eligible bachelorette Martin spied through his telescope.

S1·E6

The Crucible

Oct 21, 1993 · 23 min

Frasier is furious when he learns that his newest art purchase is actually a fake.

S1·E7

Call Me Irresponsible

Oct 28, 1993 · 23 min

Frasier faces a personal and professional dilemma when he begins dating the ex-girlfriend of one of his radio show callers.

S1·E8

Beloved Infidel

Nov 4, 1993 · 23 min

When Frasier and Niles see their father dining with an old family friend, they conclude that Martin once had an affair with the woman.

S1·E9

Selling Out

Nov 11, 1993 · 23 min

When Frasier is lured into doing on-air endorsements, his professional credibility comes under fire.

S1·E10

Oops

Nov 18, 1993 · 23 min

When Frasier contributes to the rumor mill, he causes Bulldog to lose his job.

S1·E11

Death Becomes Him

Dec 2, 1993 · 23 min

When a seemingly healthy colleague dies unexpectedly, Frasier becomes obsessed with his own mortality.

S1·E12

Miracle on Third or Fourth Street

Dec 16, 1993 · 23 min

When his son cannot spend the holidays with him, a melancholy Frasier learns the true spirit of Christmas from a group of strangers.

S1·E13

Guess Who's Coming To Breakfast?

Jan 6, 1994 · 23 min

Martin is furious with Frasier when he spills the secrets of his father's love life on the air.

S1·E14

Can't Buy Me Love

Jan 20, 1994 · 23 min

Frasier looks forward to a hot date with a beautiful model who "bought" him in a celebrity bachelor auction.

S1·E15

You Can't Tell a Crook by His Cover

Jan 27, 1994 · 23 min

After Frasier claims he can spot a criminal in a crowd, Martin challenges him to identify the ex-con in his poker group.

S1·E16

The Show Where Lilith Comes Back

Feb 3, 1994 · 23 min

After finding a long-lost letter of reconciliation from Frasier, Lilith comes to Seattle and tries to rekindle their relationship.

S1·E17

A Midwinter Night's Dream

Feb 10, 1994 · 23 min

Niles faces the ultimate temptation when he and Daphne are trapped in his home during a violent storm.

S1·E18

And the Whimper is...

Feb 17, 1994 · 23 min

When Frasier's show is nominated for a local broadcasting award, Roz suggests they "persuade" the judges by plying them with gifts.

S1·E19

Give Him the Chair!

Mar 17, 1994 · 23 min

Frasier learns that sentiment is more important than style after he accidentally loses his father's old armchair.

S1·E20

Fortysomething

Mar 31, 1994 · 23 min

Panicked at the prospect of growing old, Frasier seeks solace in the pursuit of a pretty young woman who shows an interest in him.

S1·E21

Travels with Martin

Apr 14, 1994 · 23 min

Frasier's attempts at a father-son vacation turn into an outrageous road trip, with Niles and Daphne along for the ride.

S1·E22

Author, Author

May 5, 1994 · 23 min

Sibling rivalry flares when Frasier and Niles decide to collaborate on a self-help book.

S1·E23

Frasier Crane's Day Off

May 12, 1994 · 23 min

While home sick with the flu, Frasier becomes paranoid that everyone, including his own brother Niles, is out to take over his show.

S1·E24

My Coffee with Niles

May 19, 1994 · 23 min

When Niles asks Frasier if he's happy after his first year back in Seattle, the question opens up a comical and revealing family dialogue.