Dave Allen

Frasier and Niles go back to school to learn about auto mechanics.

Malcolm tries to help Reese bring his grades up; Francis is exiled to a friend's house after defying Lois' order to patch the roof.

Frankie finds solace in rescuing and taking in a lost dog; Sue actually makes the volleyball team; and Axl calls on Brick for help with his college academics classes.

Yearning to fit in yet wanting to be themselves, Lindsay Weir, her brother Sam, and a diverse group of friends struggle to get through 1980 at William McKinley High School.

Luke is overwhelmed by the funeral arrangements he must make for his deceased Uncle Louie, who was Stars Hollow's most disliked citizen, so Lorelai and Rory work at Luke's diner--without much help from Jess. Meanwhile, Emily's extravagant suggestions for Sookie's upcoming wedding to Jackson (recurring guest star Jackson Douglas) make everyone crazy.

A Christmas Eve catnapping renews Salem's love for his family.