Square Pegs

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  • TV-G
  • 1982
  • 1 Season
  • 7.3  (1,479)

Square Pegs is an American sitcom that aired on CBS from 1982 to 1983. The show follows a group of teenagers at Weemawee High School in a New York suburb as they navigate the ups and downs of adolescence. Starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Amy Linker, Jami Gertz, Tracy Nelson, and Merritt Butrick, this comedy-drama was noteworthy for addressing the challenges of being a teenager in the 1980s.

Square Pegs revolves around two best friends, Patty Greene (Linker) and Lauren Hutchinson (Parker), who are desperate to climb the social hierarchy at their high school. Patty is a smart but awkward girl who wants desperately to be popular, while Lauren is a confident and assertive student who is already established with the popular crowd. The girls form a club, the "Square Pegs," to try to improve their social status and meet new people.

Throughout the series, Patty and Lauren encounter a wide range of characters, each with their own quirks and challenges. Johnny Slash (Butrick) is a punk rocker who tries to bring Patty out of her shell, while Marshall Blechtman (John Femia) is a student who is constantly bullied by his peers. Muffy Tepperman (Gertz) is the stereotypical popular girl who is obsessed with becoming class president, while Jennifer DiNuccio (Nelson) is a studious overachiever who has a crush on one of the teachers.

One of the key themes of Square Pegs is the way social status affects teenagers. Patty and Lauren are desperate to fit in and be accepted, but they soon discover that the popular crowd is not always the best option. Through various misadventures, they learn the importance of being true to themselves and developing authentic relationships with others. The show also addresses issues like bullying, peer pressure, and teenage sexuality in a frank and realistic way.

One notable aspect of Square Pegs is its use of music. The series features a new wave soundtrack and frequently showcases performances by Johnny Slash and other music acts. In fact, Square Pegs was one of the earliest TV shows to incorporate MTV-style music videos into its episodes, helping to establish the trend for music videos in the 1980s.

Despite its short run, Square Pegs remains a cult classic among fans of 1980s pop culture. The show was a critical darling but struggled in the ratings, leading to its cancellation after just one season. However, its themes of adolescent insecurity and social awkwardness have resonated with audiences for decades. Moreover, its quirky humor and colorful characters have made it a beloved touchstone of 1980s nostalgia.

In conclusion, Square Pegs was a groundbreaking comedy-drama that addressed the challenges of teenage life in the 1980s. Starring Sarah Jessica Parker, Amy Linker, Jami Gertz, Tracy Nelson, and Merritt Butrick, the show followed a group of misfits as they navigated the world of high school. With its emphasis on music and frank discussions of social status, bullying, and teenage sexuality, Square Pegs helped to define the cultural landscape of the 1980s. Though it was canceled after just one season, its legacy endures to this day.

Square Pegs is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (20 episodes). The series first aired on September 27, 1982.

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Seasons
The Arrangement
20. The Arrangement
March 7, 1983
Jennifer and LaDonna have invited Patty and Lauren to Vinnie's party. But will they still want to go when they find out they were only invited to be a lookout for Vinnie's parents?
No Joy in Weemawee
19. No Joy in Weemawee
February 21, 1983
Who knew that Johnny Slash had a hidden talent? He becomes a star on the school's baseball team but has a problem when he learns that half their games are at other schools.
No Substitutions
18. No Substitutions
February 14, 1983
A substitute teacher causes a riff in Lauren and Patty's friendship when he pays special attention towards Lauren.
To Serve Weemawee All My Days
17. To Serve Weemawee All My Days
February 7, 1983
The kids stage a sit-in when Mr. Donovan is fired for his radical teachings and style.
The Stepanowicz Papers
16. The Stepanowicz Papers
January 31, 1983
When the janitor becomes ill, his handsome son comes to Weemawee as a replacement, causing all the girl's in school to swoon when he is near...including Lauren and Ms. Loomis.
It's Academical
15. It's Academical
January 24, 1983
Patty and Muffy may be teammates for Weemawee's academic team, but they are rival's for the affection from their handsome male partner.
Merry Pranksters
14. Merry Pranksters
January 10, 1983
Patty and Lauren play a bunch of practical jokes in hopes of becoming popular in school. But when they paint graffiti in the hallways, it is Vinny who gets in trouble.
It's All How You See Things
13. It's All How You See Things
December 27, 1982
Lauren convinces Patty to remove her glasses as a way to attract guys. But Patty trips over Muffy's bake sale table and breaks Lauren's leg. Although Lauren is upset with Patty, this seems to have won her sympathy among the cool kids. Meanwhile, LaDonna wants to become a DJ at the school, in which Lauren can convince Marshall to let her give it a try.
A Child's Christmas in Weemawee (2)
12. A Child's Christmas in Weemawee (2)
December 20, 1982
Patty is depressed and Lauren is moping when Patty is told she is going ice fishing for Christmas vacation. Meanwhile, Muffy is escorting a group of child carolers around the school as the students prepare for the school Christmas gift exchange.
A Child's Christmas in Weemawee (1)
11. A Child's Christmas in Weemawee (1)
December 20, 1982
Patty and Lauren make plans for the Christmas holidays. But when Patty's father comes to town, he makes plans of his own...sitting in a cabin on a lake, silently ice fishing with eel chunks and his daughter.
Hardly Working
10. Hardly Working
December 13, 1982
Muffy plans a telethon for Jennifer when it's discovered that she must get a job as a waitress at a diner because her family is destitute for money.
Muffy's Bat Mitzvah
9. Muffy's Bat Mitzvah
November 29, 1982
Muffy is throwing an exclusive new wave Bat Mitzvah which includes everyone in school except for Patty, Lauren, Marshall and Johnny Slash. but when Devo can't make the gig, Johnny's band is asked to sit in, which he accepts as long as his friends can come too.
Open 24 Hours
8. Open 24 Hours
November 22, 1982
When a class assignment reveals that Johnny wants to be in a new wave band after he graduates high school, Marshall acts as his manager and sets up a show for him in a super market. Problem is, Johnny has no band...yet.
Weemaweegate
7. Weemaweegate
November 15, 1982
Patty and Loren investigate when the search for a new school mascot comes down to Johnny and Vinny, leading to a case of sabotage against Vinny, but by who?
A Simple Attachment
6. A Simple Attachment
November 8, 1982
Marshall plans on proving that he and Lauren are made for each other when he brings a "love detector'' to school for a science experiment. But when the machine goes haywire, the social status of the school is up in arms.
Halloween XII
5. Halloween XII
November 1, 1982
A Halloween slumber party at Ms. Loomis' home seems to be a chance for Patty and Lauren to mingle with the popular girls. But instead turns out to be a fright fest, as the holiday was intended.
Square Pigskins
4. Square Pigskins
October 18, 1982
LaDonna ropes Patty and Lauren into joining the all-girl football team, believing that she is finally beginning to accept them. But LaDonna is really interested in being the star.
Pac Man Fever
3. Pac Man Fever
October 11, 1982
Marshall becomes obsessed with playing Pac Man when the school adds the video game in the cafeteria. Fearing he is losing it, Johnny gets Father Guido Sarducci to hold an intervention.
A Cafeteria Line
2. A Cafeteria Line
October 4, 1982
Patty lands the lead in the school play along side of Vinnie, which confuses her when she believes he may actually like her.
Pilot
1. Pilot
September 27, 1982
The first day at Weemawee finds Lauren and Patty trying to ease their way into the popular clique. Patty is attracted to the most popular guy in school and believes he has asked her to attend the school dance with him.
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Square Pegs is available for streaming on the CBS website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Square Pegs on demand at Amazon, FuboTV, Apple TV and Crackle.
  • Premiere Date
    September 27, 1982
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (1,479)
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