Ep 8. Born to Walk

Buckle up for another wild ride with the Bundy family as they face new challenges in season 2, episode 8 of "Married...with Children," entitled "Born to Walk." In this episode, Al Bundy (Ed O'Neill) wants to break the record for walking the most miles in 24 hours, leading to a comical adventure that involves his family and friends.

The episode begins with Al Bundy's typical lazy routine on the couch, but he gets a spark of inspiration when he sees a news report about a man who has broken the world record for walking the most miles in a day. He decides he wants to beat the record, much to the disbelief and ridicule of his family, including his wife Peggy (Katey Sagal) and his children, Kelly (Christina Applegate) and Bud (David Faustino). Despite their disbelief, Al is determined to prove them wrong, and he sets off on his mission to walk his way into the record books.

As Al prepares for his feat, he seeks advice from his friend Griff (Harold Sylvester) who encourages him to do it for the fame and glory. Al also enlists the help of his walking coach, Mr. Suiter (Robert Torti), who sets up a 24-hour walking course around the back yard for Al to train on. The family watches in bewilderment as Al walks around and around their small yard, day and night, while Peggy tries to influence him with her own plans for the evening.

Meanwhile, Kelly and her school friends are trying to win tickets to a rock concert, which prompts them to get creative with their fundraising tactics. Bud also finds himself in a predicament after he accidentally hits his neighbor's dog with a frisbee, and must find a way to make it up to the owner.

As the hours tick down, Al's determination is put to the test as he faces numerous challenges including rain, blisters, and exhaustion. Peggy and the kids try to offer encouragement, but the mood turns sour when they realize the potential danger Al is in. The family dynamic shifts from poking fun at Al's goal to rallying behind him, as they all work together to help him break the record.

As the episode comes to a close, Al is pushed to his breaking point but is ultimately successful in breaking the world record. The family celebrates his achievement, but not without acknowledging the absurdity of Al's endeavor. The episode ends with the realization that no matter what crazy scheme Al comes up with next, his family will always be there to support him.

"Born to Walk" offers a classic example of the Bundy family's dysfunctional humor, with Al's absurd idea of breaking a world record leading to comical situations and mishaps. The episode showcases the strong bonds between the family members, highlighting their willingness to stand by each other even in the most absurd of circumstances. Fans of "Married...with Children" will not be disappointed with this episode, as it delivers on the show's signature blend of humor and heart.