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Think you've got what it takes to ace this "Home Improvement" quiz? Let's see just how sharp your memory is.
Did you know that the popular television series, "Home Improvement," launched the career of Pamela Anderson? "Scuse? Yup, it's true. Pamela Anderson was the original "Tool Time" Girl, Lisa, on the show, but left after two seasons for a role on Baywatch, which remains the role she is best remembered for.
But, more importantly, "Home Improvement" launched the career of comedian Tim Allen, who went on to star in films such as "The Santa Clause" movies, "Wild Hogs," "Toy Story," and now stars as Mike Baxter on "Last Man Standing." The show also made Patricia Richardson, who played Tim's wife, Jill Taylor, a household name.
"Home Improvement" first hit the small screen in 1991 and ran for eight seasons and a total of 204 episodes. The show was filmed in Burbank, California at Walt Disney Studios. "Home Improvement" won numerous awards during its eight seasons including Golden Globes, Emmys, and Kid's Choice awards. The show had several notable guest stars including Jenny McCarthy, Alan Jackson, Jay Leno, Bob Vila, and former US president, Jimmy Carter.
How well do you think you'll do on this quiz. Get started to find out.
Tim Allen's character is Tim the _________ Taylor.
Man
Tool Man
Tim Allen's full name is Timothy Allen Dick.
Neightbor
Tank
Who is Tim's friend and mild-mannered assistant on Tool Time?
Brad Taylor
Al Borland
Al Borland is a master plumber and licensed contractor who has the opposite of Tim's outgoing personality - Al is more reserved, quiet and less enthusiastic about their projects.
Wilson Willson, Jr.
Benny Baroni
What is the name of Tim's wife?
Susan
Jill
Jill Taylor is played by actress Patricia Richardson. She is the only other character besides Tim who appeared in every episode of the entire series.
Bridget
Rebecca
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Which of the following is NOT one of the sons of Tim and Jill?
Brad
John
The three boys from oldest to youngest were Brad, Randy and Mark. Brad and Randy always picked on little brother Mark.
Randy
Mark
Which famous actress was the first Tool Time Girl?
Pamela Anderson
Pamela Anderson portrayed Lisa the Tool Time Girl in 48 episodes during seasons 1, 2 and 6. She left the show to focus on her role in Baywatch.
Debbe Dunning
Patricia Richardson
Sherry Hursey
Which character never reveals the lower half of his face to the audience?
Tim
Al
Wilson
Wilson's full character name was Wilson Wilson Jr. He finally revealed his full face in the series finale.
Brad
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Which character was known for always wearing flannel?
Tim
Wilson
Randy
Al
Al Borland said he always wore flannel as a tribute to his late father.
Marty and Jeff Taylor are Tim's _________.
Uncles
Brothers
Their order of birth from oldest to youngest is Jeff, Tim, Marty.
Cousins
Business partners
Who is the lead male actor of Home Improvement?
Zachery Bryan
Jonathan Taylor Thomas
Earl Hindman
Tim Allen
Actor Tim Allen starred in all 204 episodes of Home Improvement.
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What is the name of Tim's home improvement show?
This Old House
Tim's Tool Shed
Home Improvement Time
Tool Time
Tool Time is a 'meta-program' - a show within a show. It was conceived as a parody of the PBS home-improvement show "This Old House!"
Who was Heidi Keppert?
Jill's sister
The 2nd "Tool Girl"
Heidi Keppert often showed much cleavage during Tool Time episodes - Tim speculated that many men came to the show just to see her!
Randy's girlfriend
Wilson's housekeeper
Who is the owner of Harry's Hardware store?
Tim Taylor
Al Borland
Harry Turner
Harry Turner was a recurring character played by actor Blake Clark. He appeared in 24 episodes throughout seasons 4-8.
Marty Taylor
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Which actor played the role of the youngest brother Mark Taylor?
Zachery Ty Bryan
Jonathan Taylor Thomas
Earl Hindman
Taran Noah Smith
Taran Noah Smith started acting in Home Improvement when he was just 7 years old, and the show ended when he was 16. At age 17, he married Heidi van Pelt who was 16 years his senior!
Which actor played the role of Wilson Wilson Jr?
Earl Hindman
Earl Hindman died of lung cancer in 2003 - he is best remembered for his role as Wilson Wilson Jr.
Tim Allen
Jimmy Labriola
Robert Picardo
What line does the Tool Girl say at the beginning of each episode of Tool Time?
Tim, you're up!
Time to break out your tools!
Does everybody know what time it is?
TOOL TIME!!
I'm the Tool Girl, here's Tim and Al!
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Which former late-night television host made two separate appearances on Home Improvement?
Jimmy Fallon
David Letterman
Jay Leno
Jay Leno appeared with his car collection in the season 4 episode "Brother, Can You Spare a Hot Rod?" Four years later, he appeared in the episode "Home Alone."
Bob Hope
Who married his girlfriend Trudy in the series finale?
Randy
Brad
Al
After breaking up with Dr. Ilene Markham to whom he was once engaged, Al met Trudy in season 7 and married her at the end of season 9.
Wilson
What is the name of the company that sponsors Tool Time?
CAT
Binford
"We'll be right back after a word from Binford Tools."
DeWalt
Stanley
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When Tim makes a smart comment on Tool Time, what is commonly Al's response?
I don't think so, Tim.
This line is a running gag on Home Improvement, always followed by an audience laugh!
Do it yourself, Tim.
That's right!
Not exactly.
Which Home Improvement actor later went on to record the voice of Simba in The Lion King?
Tim Allen
Jonathan Taylor Thomas
Jonathan Taylor Thomas won the 1998 Kids' Choice Award Blimp Award for Favorite Television Actor for his performance as Randy Taylor on Home Improvement.
Earl Hindman
Patricia Richardson
Where does Home Improvement take place?
Chicago
Detroit
Tim Taylor loves his local Detroit sports teams!
Los Angeles
Baltimore
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Which cast member more recently stars as Mike Baxter in another ABC sitcom Last Man Standing?
Earl Hindman
Patricia Richardson
Tim Allen
Jonathan Taylor Thomas guest-starred on Last Man Standing as "Randy" his old character from Home Improvement!
Richard Karn
Who does Tim generally go to for advice?
Wilson
Wilson serves as the all-wise sage on Home Improvement. He has a Ph.D. in Cultural Studies. He often greets Tim with, "Well, hi-dee-ho" or "Hi ho, there neighbor!"
Al
Jill
Randy
Teenage heartthrob Zachery Ty Bryan played the role of which brother?
Randy
Brad
Zachery Ty Bryan received a Young Artist Award in 1994 and 1999 for his role in Home Improvement as well as a Young Star Award in 1999.
Mark
Tim
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Which famous band appeared on Home Improvement as Wilson's cousins?
The Four Tops
The Beach Boys
The Beach Boys appeared as themselves in the season 6 episode The Karate Kid Returns.
Aerosmith
Journey
Which Taylor son left for an environmental study program in Costa Rica?
Jeff
Brad
Randy
Randy Taylor was written out of the series in the eighth season by leaving for Costa Rica. In real life, he was leaving to focus on academics.
Mark
Which Taylor son has the best relationship with their mother Jill?
Brad
Mark
Since his two older brothers taunt him so much, Mark who is much younger seems to have the best relationship with Jill.
Al
Randy
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What is the name of Tim's buddy who hangs out at Harry's Hardware store?
Al Borland
Colonel Fred Patterson
Benny Baroni
Benny Baroni was a recurring character played by Jimmy Labriola. He appeared in 16 episodes from 1994-1999.
Cal Borland
For how many seasons did Home Improvement air?
2
5
6
8
Home Improvement aired for 8 seasons, ending on May 25, 1999.
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On which network did Home Improvement air?
CBS
ABC
For all 8 seasons, Home Improvement aired on ABC and was later syndicated on other networks such as Disney-ABC, TBS, Nick, and The Hallmark Channel.
NBC
FOX
Which former US president once appeared on an episode of Home Improvement?
Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter appeared on the episode "Eve of Construction" during season 3. This episode brought awareness to national nonprofit organization Habitat for Humanity, with which Carter is highly involved.
Bill Clinton
George H. Bush
George W. Bush
What is the opening theme song of Home Improvement?
Day by Day
Comin' Home
Iron John's Rock
Iron John's Rock was written by composer Dominik Hauser.
Paint it Black
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In which year did Home Improvement premiere on television?
1989
1991
Home Improvement premiered on September 17, 1991 and had 18 million viewers in its first season!
1992
1995
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