The King of Queens: Season 9
Season 9 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of The King of Queens Season 8.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 9 Progress Shield
Mama Cast
Dec 6, 2006 · 21 min
Doug decides to spend the Heffernans' tax refund on an ice cream truck. Meanwhile, Carrie fills in as a pretend mom at model homes, and discovers a reemergence of her maternal desi
Affair Trade
Dec 6, 2006 · 21 min
Doug panics when he starts getting sexy phone messages meant for another Doug Heffernan, but Carrie doesn't seem to care. Meanwhile, Danny tries to force a wedge between Spence an
Moxie Moron
Dec 13, 2006 · 21 min
Doug and Deacon fill in for Supervisor O'Boyle at the IPS depot. Carrie regrets her decision to complain about her company's chinzy gift for work on an important project.
Major Disturbance
Dec 13, 2006 · 21 min
The Palmers' vacation plans are ruined when Doug frightens Major so much that he refuses to be babysat by the Heffernans. In the meantime, Arthur begins hiring out himself and frie
Ruff Goin'
Dec 20, 2006 · 21 min
Feeling hurt over not being invited to a block party, Doug adopts a dog just to prove to the neighbors that he's an okay guy-a decision he soon regrets. Meanwhile, Arthur falls pre
Brace Yourself
Jan 3, 2007 · 21 min
An unflattering picture by Major prompts Arthur to ask Doug and Carrie for braces. Meanwhile, Kelly hires an out-of-work Spence to help out around the house.
Home Cheapo
Apr 9, 2007 · 21 min
Carrie is convinced that Deacon and Kelly were only able to afford a vacation home by being cheap. Meanwhile, Arthur tries to help Spence get a new job.
Offensive Fowl
Apr 16, 2007 · 21 min
Carrie soon grows tired of Doug's forcing his new vegetarian lifestyle down her throat. Meanwhile, Carrie's boss wants to start discussing novels with her and Spence takes on some
Mild Bunch
Apr 23, 2007 · 21 min
Doug's 20th high school reunion seems like a dud until an old friend comes up with a way to retaliate for a past grievance with their old principal.
Manhattan Project
Apr 30, 2007 · 21 min
Carrie's ecstatic when an affordable apartment opens in Manhattan, but Doug's reluctant to leave Queens. Arthur meets singer Ava St. Clair.
Single Spaced
May 7, 2007 · 21 min
Seeing friends who recently had a child makes Doug and Carrie consider adopting.
China Syndrome (1)
May 14, 2007 · 20 min
Doug and Carrie's marital tension continues, as they ponder whether they have a future together. Arthur and Ava's wedding day turns problematic.
China Syndrome (2)
May 14, 2007 · 21 min
At Arthur's wedding reception, Doug and Carrie's marital tension continues, and they ponder whether they have a future together.