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Season 8
176 :08x01 - The Home Front (1) (Sep/20/1979)
When Olivia comes back to Walton's Mountain from Arizona, where she was recovering from TB, the family begins filling her in on what has been going on around the mountain when a neighbor receives bad news about his son.
Guest Stars: Todd Susman as Ted Lapinsky, Jeanne Campise as Pearl, Eunice Christopher as Mrs. Satterfield, George DiCenzo as Calvin Satterfield, Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard, John Crawford (1) as Sheriff Ep Bridges, Rachel Longaker as Aimee Godsey, Don Matheson as Sergeant Barnes, Glenn Withrow as Tommy Satterfield, Lewis Arquette as J.D. Pickett
Director: Harry Harris (1)
Writer: Rod Peterson, Claire Whitaker
 
177 :08x02 - The Home Front (2) (Sep/20/1979)
In the conclusion to the episode, Calvin Wakefield, attacks Jim Bob in retaliation to what happened to his son, Jason gets promoted to Sergeant for getting his recruits in gear, Jim Bob helps Aimee see how bad she has been acting since coming back from boarding school, and the Walton’s get both good news and bad news; Ben and Cindy are pregnant, and they learn John Boy is MIA.
Guest Stars: Glenn Withrow as Tommy Satterfield, Eunice Christopher as Mrs. Satterfield, Don Matheson as Sergeant Barnes, Jeanne Campise as Pearl, George DiCenzo as Calvis Satterfield, Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard, Lewis Arquette as J.D. Pickett, Rachel Longaker as Aimee Godsey, John Crawford (1) as Sheriff Ep Bridges, Todd Susman as Ted Lapinsky
Director: Harry Harris (1)
Writer: Rod Peterson, Claire Whitaker
 
178 :08x03 - The Kinfolk (Sep/27/1979)
When Olivia's cousin Rose and her grandchildren come to live with the Walton's, John and the kids soon learn that that Serena and Jeffery are somewhat mischievous. However, when Rose informs them about how the children's father used to abuse them and she took them away from that life the Walton's soon agree to let them stay on permanently at the house.
Guest Stars: Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard
Director: Philip Leacock (1)
Writer: E. F. Wallengren
 
179 :08x04 - The Diploma (Oct/04/1979)
Upon the news of Nurse Nora being called to service in the Army, Mary Ellen takes over her job until a replacement is hired. As she begins her rounds, Mary Ellen soon learns that the backwoods people are reluctant to let her treat them. Only after Mary begins to grasp their ways, do the people finally let her treat their ailments. Meanwhile, John has to prove to the Army that he graduated from high school to keep his lumber contract in place.
Guest Stars: Joseph Justice as The Guard, Rick Slyter as Sam, Tamar Howard as Lady, Leon Fricke as Lieutenant Eller, Madeleine Taylor Holmes (1) as Grandma Floyd, Janette Lane Bradbury as Ronie Cotter, Les Lannom (1) as Sweet Billy, Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard
Director: Gwen Arner
Writer: Kathleen Hite
 
180 :08x05 - The Innocents (Oct/11/1979)
When Olivia and Cindy learn that there is no day care center for the children of J.D.'s women employees, they ban together with his workers in order to use his tavern during the day. Meanwhile, wanting to surprise Corabeth for their anniversary, Ike asks Rose to teach him how to dance, only to have Corabeth think he is cheating on her.
Guest Stars: Jason Semeleng as Elwin, Charles Parks as Mr. Swanson, Tony LaTorre as Charlie, Kimberly Woodward as Bernice Swanson, Jennifer Moskow as Ana Mae Kass, Kerry Shear as Mrs. Kass, Gordon Hodgins as Mr. Miller, Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard, Lewis Arquette as J.D. Pickett, Rachel Longaker as Aimee Godsey
Director: Gwen Arner
Writer: Juliet Packer
 
181 :08x06 - The Starlet (Oct/18/1979)
After a film company makes a movie at J.D.'s plant, Erin soon decides to move to Hollywood to become a movie star. However, after learning that the film's director had no intention of keeping Erin's part in his film, Erin stays home, and is depressed about hearing the bad news. Meanwhile, the Baldwin sisters decided to help out the nearby soldiers by inviting them into their home for a home cooked meal.
Guest Stars: Henry Darrow as Barry Stone, David Cramer (1) as G.I. Joe, Charles Hallahan as Asst. Director Baker, Jerry Gatlin as The Camera Operator, Les Lannom (1) as Sweet Billy, Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard, Lewis Arquette as J.D. Pickett
Director: Philip Leacock (1)
Writer: Richard Fontana, D. C. Fontana
 
182 :08x07 - The Journal (Oct/25/1979)
As they are waiting on news of John Boy, Olivia and John are confronted by his publisher asking for permission to print his current manuscript. After some hesitation, they ultimately agree to let the publishing house print their son's work. Meanwhile, Jeffrey has to come to terms of the family dog's death.
Guest Stars: Lillah McCarthy as Miss Fisk, Diana Douglas (1) as Mrs. Denman, Richard Venture as Paul Henshaw, Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard, Rachel Longaker as Aimee Godsey
Director: Philip Leacock (1)
Writer: Robert Pirosh
 
183 :08x08 - The Lost Sheep (Nov/01/1979)
When Ashley Longworth Junior comes back to Walton's Mountain, Erin finds that he has changed since the last time he came to visit. Upon learning that he is an atheist, he and Erin's relation begins to falter, but eventually finds its footing again. Meanwhile, Elizabeth is getting tired of Serena always following her around and tells her about it.
Guest Stars: Jonathan Frakes as Ashley Longworth Junior, Elise Caitlin as Emma Jean Small
Director: Walter Alzman
Writer: E. F. Wallengren
 
184 :08x09 - The Violated (1) (Nov/08/1979)
When John and Olivia go to the Red Cross office to see if John Boy has been found yet, one of the workers asks them to go check on the wife of a soldier overseas. When they arrive at the couple's house, they find she has been attacked and are able to get her husband home on leave to be with her. When Ike learns that Corabeth will be inheriting a large amount of money, he is able to convince her to invest it war bonds instead of on frivolous items. Later, John and Olivia get word from the Red Cross that John Boy has been found and will be taken to a hospital in Alexandria to take care of his injuries.
Guest Stars: Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard, Kelly Ward as Frank Thatcher, Macon McCalman as The Deputy, John Steadman as Joe Bascomb, Diana Douglas (1) as Mrs. Denman, Antoinette Stella as Darcy Thatcher, Jordan Clarke as Son Slater
Director: Walter Alzman
Writer: Robert Pirosh
 
185 :08x10 - The Waiting (2) (Nov/22/1979)
While staying on in Alexandria to be near John Boy, Olivia begins volunteering with the Red Cross. It doesn't take long before she befriends a wounded soldier in John Boy's room. When Olivia's friend is hesitant to visit with him, she soon arrives to see him. When John comes back to Alexandria to celebrate Thanksgiving with Olivia, John Boy begins showing signs of improvement.
Guest Stars: Robert Wightman as John-Boy Walton, K. Callan as Nurse Corrigan, Regis Cordic (1) as Dr. Banion, Diana Douglas (1) as Mrs. Denman, Morgan Stevens as Sam
Director: Philip Leacock (1)
Writer: Kathleen Hite
 
186 :08x11 - The Silver Wings (Nov/29/1979)
When Jim Bob befriends a young woman whose husband is overseas while delivering her mail, he soon falls in love with her, only to have his feelings go unrequited. However, not wanting to loose Jim Bob’s friendship, they apologize for their actions and agree to stay friends, and Jim Bob is able to comfort her when she learns her husband died overseas. Meanwhile, while she goes out to earn a merit badge in the children’s group she and Jeffrey joined, Serena becomes lost in the woods, only to be found by John.
Guest Stars: Louis Odell Burton as Buddy Russell, Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard, Patsy Rahn as Betsy Randolph
Director: Stan Lathan (1)
Writer: Michael McGreevey
 
187 :08x12 - The Wager (Dec/13/1979)
When Mary Ellen and Erin are heckled by two male co-workers at the plant, they decide to enter a Run and Ride race to prove that women have the ability to succeed in a grueling race. Ultimately wagering that they won't come in last, Mary Ellen and Erin finish the race second and are able to collect on their bets by J.D. and the co-workers. Meanwhile, Jeffrey becomes heartbroken when he learns that a movie star he likes doesn't sign her own autographed photos.
Guest Stars: Lewis Arquette as J.D. Pickett, Mitch Carter as Sam Barker, Jonathan Banks (1) as Jeb Sanders, Cathy Worthington as Jessica Marlowe, Jerry Hoffman (1) as Feed Store Clerk
Director: Gwen Arner
Story: Claylene Jones | Teleplay: E. F. Wallengren
 
188 :08x13 - The Spirit (Dec/20/1979)
The Christmas season arrives on Walton's Mountain with a stranger and a rash of petty thefts. The Baldwin sisters attempt to reach out to the young man, only to have him run off when John arrives at the sisters' home. However, when Jeffrey comes across him in the woods, they soon become friends and he tells Jeffrey about Christmas traditions in Europe, causing Jeffrey to ultimately invite him to the Walton home for a Christmas celebration. When John and the rest of the family learn that he is an escaped POW who is half German, the family is hesitant to let him in, but John still invites him in, remembering the kindness the German fishermen showed John Boy after he was shot down in Europe.
Guest Stars: Llynn Storer as Man #2, Gordon Hodgins as Man #1, Ned Bellamy as Paul
Director: Herbert Hirschman
Writer: Kathleen Hite
 
189 :08x14 - The Fastidious Wife (Dec/27/1979)
As Ben begins spending more time working at the mill and less time with her, Cindy begins to feel that Ben doesn't love her now that she's pregnant. After talking to Corabeth one day, she is given a book to read on how to become the perfect wife. However, after she begins following the book's suggestions, Cindy soon collapses from exhaustion, putting her health and the baby's life at risk. It is only after she is put on bed rest for a week does Cindy tell Ben how she was feeling and the couple begins to talk about things between them. Meanwhile, Jeffrey and Serena find a pregnant cat and ask John if they can keep her and the one kitten they were unable to give away.
Guest Stars: Frederic Downs as Dr. Lewis, Zachary Lewis as Ned, Denise Latella as Sue Ann
Director: Gwen Arner
Writer: Loraine Despres
 
190 :08x15 - The Unthinkable (Jan/03/1980)
When Jason and his friend Ted come home for the weekend, Ted soon finds out that his grandfather was killed in a European concentration camp. After learning that, Ted soon has to come to terms with what happened and decides to request a transfer to Europe to fight the hate that killed his grandfather on the front line. Meanwhile, Elizabeth has to find a way to overcome her friends teasing her for getting good grades.
Guest Stars: Todd Susman as Ted Lapinsky, Melvin F. Allen (1) as Master Sgt. Barnes, Erica Hunton as Lucille, Mary Oedy as Flo
Director: Ralph Waite
Writer: Daniel B. Ullman
 
191 :08x16 - The Idol (Jan/10/1980)
When Elizabeth meets the new school teacher, they soon become best friends, only to have Elizabeth not believe anything Hazel has to say when she learns the truth that she is dying from a brain tumor. As some of the younger school children begin talking about childbirth, Hazel decides to hold a special class to teach them, as well as their parents the truth on the subject, much to the horror of Corabeth. Meanwhile, as Ben fears becoming a father, Cindy goes into labor and delivers a girl.
Guest Stars: Susan Krebs as Hazel
Director: Gwen Arner
Writer: Juliet Packer
 
192 :08x17 - The Prodigals (Jan/17/1980)
After breaking a piece of equipment that belongs to John, Jeffrey thinks of a way to make some money to replace it, only to get into trouble with Ike and John. Meanwhile, Ben is getting restless staying at home while his brothers and friends are fighting in the war, especially after a soldier gives him a hard time for not enlisting. After talking it over with Cindy and John Boy, Ben decides to enlist in with the Seabees in the Navy.
Guest Stars: James Bond III as Josh Foster, Lynn Hamilton (1) as Verdie Foster, Macon McCalman as The Deputy, Christopher Metas as Private
Director: Stan Lathan (1)
Writer: Robert Pirosh
 
193 :08x18 - The Remembrance (Jan/24/1980)
When Cousin Zadok Walton comes to the mountain looking for Grandpa, the family comes to believe he plans on spending the rest of his life there before passing away. They soon learn that Zadok plans on leaving Boatwright University his apple growing techniques and will be receiving an honorary degree for his generous contribution. Meanwhile, Jason soon meets a new sergeant on the base and thanks to his music, they soon become friends.
Guest Stars: Ivor Francis as Dean Beck, John Furlong as Bohemian, Harry Basch as Harrington, Ross Elliott as Colonel Usselbury, Marshall Reed (2) as John Curtis Willard, Michael Reed as John Curtis Willard, Llynn Storer as The Lounger, Woodrow Chambliss as Cousin Zadok Walton, Lisa Harrison (1) as Antoinette "Toni" Hazelton
Director: Herbert Hirschman
Writer: Marion Hargrove
 
194 :08x19 - The Inspiration (Jan/31/1980)
When Miss Mamie learns she could lose her sight to cateracts if she doesn't have an operation, John enlists the help of Grandma to talk her into having the operation. She soon is able to convince the sisters that Mamie should have the operation and eventually returns to her sister's home in Buckingham County. Meanwhile, Elizabeth becomes interested in a boy at school, only to learn that his friend has feelings for her.
Special Guest Stars: Ellen Corby as Grandma, | Guest Stars: Mary Jackson (1) as Emily Baldwin, Helen Kleeb as Mamie Baldwin, Rebecca Perle as Norma, Arthur Hanson as Dr. Canfield, Philip Linton as Steve Prince, Tony Becker as Drew Cutler
Director: Ralph Waite
Writer: E. F. Wallengren
 
195 :08x20 - The Last Straw (Feb/07/1980)
Having to hire some help at the mill to get caught up on the workload, John eventually has to fire Easy after he breaks Jim Bob's arm and some of the mill equipment. After some old mill equipment breaks down in the middle of filling an order, John goes out drinking with Ike and then falls into Drucilla's Pond. Realizing what he was doing was wrong, John then resolves to fix his milling equipment, only to see that his friends and competitors are helping get everything fixed. Meanwhile, Jeffrey is building a car to race in the All American Soap Box Derby.
Guest Stars: Victor Izay as Dr. Vance, Britt Leach as Easy Jackson, Lewis Arquette as J.D. Pickett, Bob Hastings as Carl, Ted Gehring as Joe Murdoch
Director: Harry Harris (1)
Writer: Bill Parker (1)
 
196 :08x21 - The Traveling Man (Feb/14/1980)
While at Ike's store one day, Rose meets an old dancing partner from Baltimore and ultimately renews her friendship with him. The two eventually fall in love and plan on getting married, but Rose calls it off so he can take his dream job in California. Meanwhile, Jim Bob is having a problem of keeping Jeffrey's dog out of his clothes and decides to move into the barn's hayloft.
Guest Stars: William Schallert as Stanley Perkins
Director: Herbert Hirschman
Writer: Kathleen Hite
 
197 :08x22 - The Furlough (Feb/21/1980)
When John Boy comes home on furlough, he is having trouble remembering what happened the night of his plane crash. It is only when he looks at a model plane Jim Bob made that he is able to remember that night. Meanwhile, Ike gets called up for active duty. Thinking it is a mistake; Ike misses the date he is supposed to go for his physical and is ultimately arrested. When John shows up at the military office to help Ike out, they soon learn that a clerical error in Ike’s birthday is the reason why the U.S. Government wants Ike serving in the military.
Guest Stars: Michael Thoma as Mr. Truby, Stephen Keep as Bragdon, John Furey as Stewart, Diane Stilwell as Nan Bennett
Director: Harry Harris (1)
Writer: Juliet Packer
 
198 :08x23 - The Medal (Feb/28/1980)
When a Hispanic soldier Curt saved arrives on Walton's Mountain, he is met with prejudice by some soldiers stationed at a nearby Army base. Upon learning that he knew Curt at Pearl Harbor, Mary Ellen invites him to stay at the Walton home for a few days, and they eventually fall in love. Meanwhile, Corabeth crosses paths with an old beau and reminisce about old times before he goes overseas to fight in the war. After spending some time with him, Corabeth realizes just how much she loves Ike and eventually tells him so.
Guest Stars: Jordan Charney as Roger Westerby, Enrique Castillo as Eddie Ramirez, John Crawford (1) as Sheriff Ep Bridges
Director: Walter Alzman
Writer: Rod Peterson
 
199 :08x24 - The Valediction (Mar/13/1980)
As Jim Bob and his classmates get ready for their graduation ceremony, he and the other boys surprise their parents by signing up for Military service. Meanwhile, Erin gets a letter from Ashley Longworth Jr., informing her about his marriage to an English woman.
Special Guest Stars: Ellen Corby as Grandma, | Guest Stars: Gary Imhoff as Roland Piper, Tony Becker as Drew Cutler
Director: Harry Harris (1)
Writer: Claire Whitaker
 
A Decade of the Waltons (May/22/1980)
A look back on the first eight seasons of The Walton's, the Walton family reminisces about the important events of their lives while preparing for Grandma's birthday.
Guest Stars: Nancy Jameson as Herself, Earl Hamner, Jr. as Himself, Doris Hamner as Herself, Bill Hamner as Himself, Clifton Hamner as Himself, James Hamner as Himself
Directors: Philip Leacock (1), Harry Harris (1)
Writer: Earl Hamner, Jr.
 
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