Season 9, Episode 12

China Syndrome (1)

7.4/ 10May 14, 200720 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.

Directed by
Rob Schiller
Written by
Michael J. Weithorn

Guest stars

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    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 prey to the gambling bug when trying to help Danny beat it.

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