Thunder Alley

Thunder Alley (1994-1995)

EndedScripted showComedy

Thunder Alley is an American sitcom which aired from March 9, 1994 to July 4, 1995 on ABC. The show stars Edward Asner as retired race-car driver Gil Jones. The unaired original pilot episode featured Felicity Huffman in the role of Bobbi Turner, Gil's daughter. When ABC picked up the series, Huffman was replaced with actress Diane Venora. The pilot was reshot and Venora played the role for eight episodes before she was replaced by Robin Riker, who played the role for the remainder of the series. The series also starred future Academy Award-nominee Haley Joel Osment.

The story involved Bobbi returning after a divorce to live with her father. In tow were her three children: Claudine (Kelly Vint); Jenny (Lindsay Felton); and Harry (Haley Joel Osment). The new family quintet lived in Gil's home above Thunder Alley, the specialty racing garage Gil operated. Rounding out the cast was Gil's dim-witted mechanic sidekick, Leland DuParte (Jim Beaver). In the show's second season, Andrew Keegan joined the cast as Jack Kelly, a local boy who helped around the garage.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E20No Swing SetJuli 4, 1995
S02E19Buzz off, Buzzard BoyMai 9, 1995
S02E18Just a VacationMai 2, 1995
S02E17Guess Who's Coming to DinnerApr. 25, 1995
S02E16I Am SpartacusApr. 18, 1995
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Thunder Alley premiere?

Thunder Alley premiered on March 9, 1994.

Who is the creator of Thunder Alley?

The creator of Thunder Alley is Kim Weiskopf.

Which network aired Thunder Alley?

Thunder Alley was aired on ABC.

What is the genre of Thunder Alley?

The genre of Thunder Alley is a sitcom.

Who stars as Ed Asner's son in Thunder Alley?

Edward Asner's son is played by Jim Beaver in Thunder Alley.

What is the premise of Thunder Alley?

Thunder Alley is about a widower and his children who move to Detroit after the death of his wife.

What is the name of the car repair shop owned by Edward Asner's character in Thunder Alley?

The car repair shop owned by Edward Asner's character in Thunder Alley is called "Gil's Garage."

Who plays the character Claudette in Thunder Alley?

Claudette is played by Diane Venora in Thunder Alley.

Who plays the character Gil Jones in Thunder Alley?

Gil Jones is played by Edward Asner in Thunder Alley.

Who plays the character Bobbi Turner in Thunder Alley?

Bobbi Turner is played by Robin Riker in Thunder Alley.

What is the relationship between Gil and Bobbi in Thunder Alley?

Gil and Bobbi are ex-spouses in Thunder Alley.

What is the profession of Gil's son in Thunder Alley?

Gil's son works as a mechanic in Gil's Garage in Thunder Alley.

What is the name of Gil's grandson in Thunder Alley?

Gil's grandson is named Bob in Thunder Alley.

What is the name of Gil's granddaughter in Thunder Alley?

Gil's granddaughter is named Lynnie in Thunder Alley.

Does Gil have a love interest in Thunder Alley?

Yes, in Thunder Alley, Gil has a love interest named Claudette.

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