Ep 26. Come Fly With Me

In the season 1 finale of the beloved 80s sitcom, "ALF," titled "Come Fly With Me," the Tanner family finds themselves in quite the predicament. As always, the loveable extraterrestrial ALF is at the center of the chaos, leading to a hilarious and heartwarming conclusion to the first season.

The episode begins with the Tanners' neighbor, Mrs. Ochmonek, sharing her plans for a trip to Hawaii with her husband, Trevor. Inspired by their neighbor's upcoming vacation, the Tanners decide to embark on a family trip of their own and choose a remote cabin as their destination.

However, just as the Tanner family is preparing for their getaway, ALF stumbles upon an aviation magazine and becomes fascinated with the idea of flying. It doesn't take long for his curiosity and mischievous nature to propel him into an unexpected adventure.

ALF, fueled by his newfound fascination with aviation, manages to get his hands on a pair of makeshift wings and plans to test them out for a flight in the backyard. Much to everyone's surprise, ALF successfully launches himself into the air, leaving the Tanners in awe and disbelief. Afraid that he may suffer harm or get caught by authorities, his family desperately tries to bring him back down to Earth.

Meanwhile, unbeknownst to them, their actions have led to a series of misunderstandings in their neighborhood. Thinking they witnessed a UFO, the Ochmoneks call the local news station, sparking a media frenzy. News reporters flock to the neighborhood, eager to capture evidence of the mysterious flying object.

As ALF remains airborne, the Tanners devise a plan to bring him back home safely. Brian, the youngest member of the family, takes it upon himself to learn how to fly a remote-controlled airplane to reach ALF mid-air. With the help of his siblings and parents, they design a contraption that they believe may be able to rescue ALF.

While Brian is nervously learning to control the airplane, Willie, the head of the Tanner household, deals with the mounting chaos around their neighborhood. He tries to explain that the supposed UFO is actually just ALF, their lovable, furry alien resident. However, skepticism and excitement abound, making it difficult for anyone to believe his story.

As the episode progresses, tensions rise and the stakes increase for the Tanner family. Brian manages to get the remote-controlled airplane airborne and takes the daring leap towards ALF, hoping to provide a safe landing for their alien friend before he runs out of fuel and plummets to the ground.

As the fateful moment arrives, viewers are left on the edge of their seats, uncertain of Brian's fate and whether he will be able to save ALF in time. The episode culminates in a thrilling, yet heartwarming climax as the Tanners finally reunite with their beloved extraterrestrial friend, and the neighbors finally realize the truth.

"Come Fly With Me" captures the essence of the entire "ALF" series, blending comedy and adventure with heartfelt moments of family unity. The episode showcases the unconditional love the Tanners have for ALF, as they go to great lengths to bring him back down to safety. It also highlights the humor and misunderstanding that ALF's presence often brings to their lives and the lives of those around them.

With its clever writing, engaging storyline, and endearing characters, "ALF" season 1 episode 26, "Come Fly With Me," is a fitting conclusion to the first season. It leaves audiences eagerly anticipating what other adventures the Tanner family and their furry alien friend will embark upon in seasons to come.