Katie's mom is still living with the Ottos, so it looks like she'll be staying for Christmas. But things get so much worse for Katie when her beloved father Marty arrives; he'll be staying with them for Christmas as well. But Marty and Kathryn are oil and water and the sparks fly almost immediately. Meanwhile, Anna-Kat tries to help Trip get back together with Taylor, who is now the understudy for the lead female role in the school musical.
Patrick Duffy makes his only guest appearance as Katie's father, Marty.
Tropes:
- Ballet Episode: The Ottos attend a performance of The Nutcracker with Oliver playing the Mouse King.
- Christmas Episode: The third in an annual tradition for the show.
- Special Guest: Patrick Duffy as Marty.
