Grunt Work: THE Podcast about the TV Show Home Improvement

Title: Wild Hogs (2007)

Four old friends and motorcycle enthusiasts who have formed a biker gang called The Wild Hogs set off on a road trip seeking adventure to spice up their middle-aged lives. However, when they cross paths with a real biker gang, they find more adventure than they were looking for.

This episode was originally released: Nov 2, 2023

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Title: Zoom (2006)

Jack Shepard used to be a superhero with super speed, but has turned his back on the business after his super team was murdered by his brainwashed brother who was exiled into another dimension. 30 years later, the government asks Jack to suit up again and teach a new generation of supers how to be heroes before the second coming of his brother.

This episode was originally released: Oct 26, 2023

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Title: California Dreaming (2007)

The Gainors have packed the RV and are ready to head to Doheny Beach, California. That is, if they can get out of town first. One disaster begets the next as their family dissolves.

This episode was originally released: Oct 5, 2023

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Title: Viva Los Nowhere aka Dead Simple (2001)

Frank Jacobs (Daniel Stern) is a motel owner in the geographical center of the country, but has dreams of being a country singer. When he meets another singer (James Caan) and his femme fatale girlfriend, Frank’s life is turned upside down. First, his wife is murdered (Patricia Richardson) and then as the police begin to investigate, his wife’s twin sister (Patricia Richardson) shows up asking questions.

This episode was originally released: Sept 28, 2023

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Title: Little Bigfoot 2: The Journey Home

While on a camping vacation, a family finds themselves stuck between a baby Bigfoot and the land development baron who wants the creature for fame and fortune.

This episode was originally released: Sept 21, 2023

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Title: Season 8 Super Spectacular

Our coverage of Season 8, the final season of Home Improvement. Tune in for our favorite episodes, character actors, and the season MVP. Plus, the future of Grunt Work.

This episode was originally released: Sept 15, 2023

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Title: The Long and Winding Road, Part 3b

Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 27

Broadcast date: May 25, 1999

Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning

Directed by: John Pasquin

Written by: Lloyd Garver, Bruce Ferber, Molly Sims

Episode Synopsis:

In the series finale, Al and Trudy get married in the Taylor’s backyard where Tim and Wilson have to remove the fence to accommodate for space. Tim and Jill also continue to discuss moving to Indiana. Will they?

This episode was originally released: Aug 31, 2023

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Title: The Long and Winding Road, Part 3a

Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 27

Broadcast date: May 25, 1999

Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning

Directed by: John Pasquin

Written by: Lloyd Garver, Bruce Ferber, Molly Sims

Episode Synopsis:

In the series finale, Al and Trudy get married in the Taylor’s backyard where Tim and Wilson have to remove the fence to accommodate for space. Tim and Jill also continue to discuss moving to Indiana. Will they?

This episode was originally released: Aug 24, 2023

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Title: The Long and Winding Road: Part 2 (1999)

Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 26

Broadcast date: May 25, 1999

Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning

Directed by: Jim Praytor

Written by: Carmen Finestra, Billy Riback

Episode Synopsis:

While Tim drives Brad and Mark to school, they reminisce about all the memories they’ve as they consider moving to Indiana.

This episode was originally released: Aug 17, 2023

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Title: The Long and Winding Road: Part 1 (1999)

Season, Episode: Season 8, Episode 24

Broadcast date: May 18, 1999

Starring: Tim Allen, Patricia Richardson, Richard Karn, Earl Hindman, Zachery Ty Bryan, Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Taran Noah Smith, and Debbe Dunning

Directed by: Andy Cadiff

Written by: Laurie Gleman

Episode Synopsis: When the new VP of Programming for Binford turns Tool Time into a violent daytime talkshow, Tim, Al, and Heidi decide to quit. At the same time, Jill receives an incredible job opportunity that would force the Taylors to move to Indiana. This would be decisive for Jill’s career, but Tim has reservations about moving.

This episode was originally released: Aug 10, 2023

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