For five seasons, viewers hung on the grim antics of the Fisher family -- left to run a funeral home after the death of Dad. Living their own lives while putting to rest the loved ones of others poses constant (often comic) challenges to the clan.

1. In the Game - Rebecca Leah Milford, 1980-2001. Brenda and Nate seem to be in a bit of a slump, or rather Brenda is in the slump for both of them. David gets some good news, but then continues to get bad news of varying degrees. But if David's news is bad, Nate's could be considered slightly potentially devastating. And it doesn't help Nate that Brenda is being so detached and cold towards him. Ruth is trying to figure out ways she can be more accepting and open to David's homosexuality. In the process she questions Claire about her sexuality. Rico is trying to become more involved on the sales side of the business but strikes out. 4.63 stars (Dale-5, David-4.25)

2. Out, Out, Brief Candle - Joshua Peter Landmead, 1981-2001. Brenda is stressed about a dinner she is having for an ex-boyfriend and his wife. She wants to appear happier, more free, and generally just superior thus proving that he missed out by not being with her. Nate is attempting to deal with his condition with the help of a young man that died very young. Claire finds out that Gabe is changing in incredible ways, which includes stealing from her and her family. David and Keith are attempting a friendship again. 4.38 stars (Dale-4.5, David-4.25)

3. The Plan - Michael John Piper, 1952-2001. Nate and David have their first customer for the wall-o-caskets. This mourner is unlike most, though. She can still talk to her deceased husband, and he helps her pick out the casket of his choice. Ruth goes to a ceremony for graduates of a self-improvement class and decides it's something she needs to do too. Nate and David attend a lunch for the Independent Funeral Directors where they vent about their mutual hatred for Kroehner. David and Keith continue to play racquetball together. Claire gets into a bit of trouble because of Gabe and his continuing downward spiral. 3.88 stars (Dale-4.25, David-3.5)

4. Driving Mr. Mossback - Harold Mossback, February 1, 1942 - September 18, 2001. Nate brings Claire to his old stomping ground in Seattle to help him retrieve the body of a man who feared flying. There, they stay with Lisa (Lili Taylor), a woman who still carries a torch for Nate. 4 stars.

5. The Invisible Woman - Emily Previn, July 14, 1954 - September 2001. Claire gets extremely upset when her friend gets another girl to take her SATs for her. Ruth takes an odd interest in the death of a single woman that has no family. Keith needs temporary attention from David, which causes issues in his current relationship. Brenda gets particularly wrapped up with one of her clients who happens to be a prostitute. 3.88 stars (Dale-4, David-3.75)

6. In Place of Anger - Matthew Heath Collins, 1959-2001. Mitzi Hutley comes back into David and Nate's lives, bringing with her yet another offer from Kroehner. Ruth's estranged sister Sarah arrives for an unexpected visit, David considers giving his relationship with Keith another shot, and Brenda's feelings about her situation with Nate grow more muddled. A family dinner meant to announce some happy news about Nate and Brenda goes awry thanks, in part, to Nikolai's vodka pouring influence. 3.69 stars (Dale-3.5, David-3.88)

7. Back to the Garden - Jeffrey Marc Shapiro, 1963-2001. Nate is exposed to a friendly female rabbi at a funeral they have. Claire visits her Aunt Sarah's place and meets a boy that she isn't immediately disgusted by. Keith starts to get less icy towards David. 3.75 stars (Dale-4.25, David-3.25)

8. It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year - Jesse Ray Johnson, 1944-2001. It's the one year anniversary of Nathaniel Sr's death, and it gets the whole family reminiscing. Nikolai gets seriously injured and Ruth takes him into her home to take care of him. Claire gets sucked back into her love of the not-so-good boys. David and Keith continue to grow closer. Nate gets an unexpected gift that could possibly set him free. 4.5 stars.

9. Someone Else's Eyes - Dwight Edgar Garrison, 1945-2001. Ruth continues to help an injured Nikolai recover, but her patience is tested when she discovers just how he broke his legs. Brenda's escapades help her to write, but her feelings about being engaged grow more muddled--especially after Billy's release from the hospital. 4 stars.

10. The Secret - Benjamin Srisai, 1935-2002. Karla has a secret that will affect Keith and David. Ruth prepares to move ahead with Nikolai. Brenda faces anxiety about the engagement. 4 stars.

11. The Liar and the Whore - Edith Kirky, 1929-2002. David is having a rather interesting time trying to deal with Keith's niece. Nate has to leave work for a bit so he and Brenda can visit with his rabbi friend, but before he can leave he gets served with legal papers. They are getting sued by a former client. Keith's mother and father visit only to tell him how much they don't approve of his "lifestyle" and they don't want his niece exposed to it. 3.25 stars (Dale-3.5, David-3)



12. I'll Take You - Leticia Perfecta Perez, 1922-2002. Nate and Brenda begin to start over, but something comes in the way, a secret Brenda is hiding. David and Keith apply to adopt Taylor. But what will the social worker think about two men living together?
Federico and Vanessa gets an unexpected gift from a very unexpected place. Nikolai and Ruth's relationship takes a serious turn for the worse. Ruth also gets some wonderful news. 4.63 stars (Dale-4.75, David-4.5)

13. The Last Time - Aaron Buchbinder, 1976-2002. Nate is not feeling well, emotionally and physically. Something is going on inside him. Keith's work situation changes, and this creates some extra problems between him and David. Federico makes the Fisher's an offer they cannot refuse. Claire graduates from High School. 4.63 stars (Dale-4.5, David-4.75)

Disc 1-5: 4.42 stars

Season 2 (Disc 1-5): 4.42 stars

Collection (Season 1-2): 4.29 stars